Southern Smoke Festival 2026 Tickets Are On Sale Now

Join us for an unforgettable experience of incredible food, drinks, and community on Saturday, October 3. This year, almost 100 celebrated chefs, beverage professionals, and hospitality visionaries will come together for an afternoon of world-class bites, libations, live music, immersive experiences, and more, all to raise critical funds for emergency relief and mental health support for food and beverage workers nationwide.

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Napa Valley, CA /
Todd Kerlin, Sales & Hospitality Director
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THE DEBATE is more than wine. It is a spark, an invitation, and a reason to linger at the table a little longer. It was created to provoke dialogue, stir curiosity, and bring people together, not to reach agreement, but to understand one another. Founded in 2010, THE DEBATE was never meant to follow trends or take the easy road. It was born from a desire to reclaim something timeless and essential, the art of meaningful conversation. Wine has always had a voice. We simply give it a stage.