Event Information

Pilot Light’s Feed Your Mind Gala 2026

DATE: November 6th, 2026

LOCATION: Rockwell on the River (3057 N Rockwell St, Chicago, IL 60618)
TIME: 6:00 PM 

ATTIRE: Formal dress. Coat check will be provided. 

The 2026 Feed Your Mind Gala will take place on November 6th, 2026! at Rockwell on the River (3057 N. Rockwell Street). An exuberant canape and cocktail hour will begin at 6:00 PM, followed by a seated dinner prepared tableside by Chicago’s most celebrated chefs, a thrilling live auction, and a celebratory program from Pilot Light, a leading Chicago-founded Food Education nonprofit that brings the power of food to thousands of students nationwide. 

The Feed Your Mind Gala has been noted by guests for its thrilling live auction, including one-on-one travel and culinary experiences with Pilot Light’s Founding Chefs Matthias Merges, Jason Hammel, Paul Kahan, and Justin Large. An additional silent auction featuring more luxury entertainment and culinary experiences will round out the exclusive festivities. 

Don’t miss the opportunity to experience an evening of food and drink from the brightest stars of Chicago’s vibrant food community. No other event offers the same chance to share the room – and eat the food – of multiple James Beard award-winners, nominees, and other rising chef stars while also investing in the future of Food Education. We hope to see you for this one-of-a-kind celebration of the power of food on November 6th!