The Grand Tasting

It's the biggest and best culinary event of the year...

and it's only in Boston!

Enjoy unlimited bites by 50+ all-star chefs, plus samples of delectable drinks by incredible brewers, distillers, & winemakers

Presented by:

May 3rd & 4th

starting at

$95

A MASSIVE Culinary

Block Party Extravaganza

The Largest Celebration of the LGBTQIA+ Culinary Community

Join Big Queer Food Fest for an exciting, first of its kind, week-long festival that celebrates LGBTQIA+ chefs, winemakers, distillers, brewers, authors, and purveyors from Boston and beyond. This vibrant week will feature a variety of culinary and community happenings throughout the city, highlighting the diverse talents and contributions of the LGBTQIA+ community.

Events Across the City to Excite & Unite Us All

Chef & Author Discussions

One-of-a-Kind Chefs Dinners

Queer Parties, Cocktails & Happy Hours

BQFF's Grand Tasting

The most delicious party of the year!

Saturday & Sunday, May 3rd & 4th

An all-out, flavor-packed, high-energy weekend celebrating LGBTQIA+ chefs, restaurants, and entertainers.

Unlimited tastings of unforgettable food,

plus samples of delicious spirits, wines, and beers.

DJs, legendary talent, and sickening surprise guests.

Delicious cocktails, beers, and wine by the glass from Daiquiris & Daisies, Bubble Bath, and Alewives.

We're spilling out onto the streets for a food and drink block party, serving up heaps of bites, sips, & spectacles.

Meet the Fam

Incredible chefs, winemakers, tastemakers, brewers, restaurateurs, and writers from Boston and beyond are taking part in this first-of-its-kind food festival celebration!

New events being announced soon!

Subscribe to our mailing list to be the first to learn about BQFF events and be alerted the moment tickets go on sale.

Stay & Slay

We've teamed up with Boston's best hotel properties for exclusive rates during the festival so you can rest, recharge, and keep the partying going in style!

Giving Back to Those Who Support Our Community

BQFF is committed to empowering our community by supporting and amplifying our non-profit organization partners.

Delivers medically tailored meals to chronically ill individuals across Boston, promoting racial and economic justice. Since 1990, they’ve provided over 13 million meals to those with illnesses like HIV, cancer, and diabetes.

Boston Alliance of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Youth supports LGBTQIA+ youth in Boston by providing a safe space, mental health services, and educational programs. Their advocacy and peer support empower young people to thrive.

A national leader in advancing LGBTQ advocacy and representation. Through storytelling, media, and programs, GLAAD fosters acceptance, tackles challenging issues, and protects progress, striving for a world where everyone can live authentically.

GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders (GLAD Law) uses strategic litigation, legislation, and public education to fight LGBTQ+ and HIV discrimination. Our nearly 50-year legacy continues with six ongoing lawsuits against the Trump Administration.