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Plates & Playmakers is a luxury charity dining event that brings together 12 of the Twin Cities' most celebrated chefs for one unforgettable evening. Each VIP table seats 8 guests and is assigned a sports celebrity who joins your table's reception at 5:30 PM before dinner begins. Guests enjoy unlimited tastings, curated wine and spirits pairings, and live programming — all in support of Minnesota hunger relief, benefiting Every Meal, ICA Food Shelf, and The Food Group.

Your table includes reserved seating for 8 guests, early entry at 5:30 PM, and access to the pre-dinner reception where your assigned sports celebrity will be present to meet your group. From there, enjoy unlimited tastings from all 12 chef stations, curated wine and spirits pairings, and full access to all evening programming.

Early entry and the VIP reception begin at 5:30 PM — this is when your assigned sports celebrity will be present to meet your table. Dinner and chef stations open to all guests and the full evening runs until approximately 10:30 PM. We encourage you to arrive early and savor every station. This is the kind of evening worth lingering in.

Business casual. Think polished and comfortable—nothing too formal, nothing too relaxed. Come hungry, come curious, and come ready to be amazed.

Tables are reserved by email. Click BUY A TABLE anywhere on the site and an email to our team will open pre-filled and ready to send. Availability is extremely limited — we strongly encourage early reservation.

Tickets are non-refundable. However, your ticket is fully transferable — simply contact us with the new guest's name and contact information prior to July 9. We're happy to make the change.

Yes — tables seat 8 guests and are the only way to attend. Supporting Sponsor tables are $10,000, payable to Hunger Related Events (501c3). Each table comes with a sports celebrity assigned, early 5:30 PM entry, logo on your VIP table, logo on video screens, Master of Ceremonies recognition, and inclusion in event marketing. To reserve a table, reach out to Pete Kostroski at pete.kostroski@rokosadvisors.com or Wayne Kostroski at Wayne@HungerRelatedEvents.org.

Plates & Playmakers is a 21+ event. Valid ID will be required at check-in. There are no exceptions — please plan accordingly.

Quincy Hall is located at 400 N 1st Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55401 — in Northeast Minneapolis. It is easily accessible from downtown Minneapolis, with several nearby hotels if you're making a night of it (which we highly recommend).

Yes — free valet service will be provided at Quincy Hall for the evening. Simply pull up and you're taken care of. Northeast Minneapolis also has several public parking ramps and surface lots nearby if needed, but we recommend taking advantage of the complimentary valet or a rideshare — it's an evening of wine and spirits, after all.

Yes. Quincy Hall is fully ADA accessible. If you have specific accessibility needs or requests, please contact us in advance at hello@platesandplaymakers.com and we will ensure you have the best possible experience.

Our 12 chefs represent a wide range of cuisines and techniques — there will be considerable variety across all stations. While we cannot guarantee options for every dietary restriction, many stations will offer vegetarian-friendly selections. Please note that our environment is not allergen-free. For specific concerns, contact us in advance.

Proceeds support tackling hunger across Minnesota through our three food bank partners — Every Meal, ICA Food Shelf, and The Food Group. All funds are administered by Hunger Related Events, the 501(c)(3) organizing nonprofit.

Absolutely. Visit our Donate page to make a direct gift to the cause. No ticket required, no minimum. Any amount makes a real difference for a real family.

Yes. Proceeds benefit Hunger Related Events, a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit — all donations are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. You will receive a receipt for tax purposes. For table purchases, a portion of your investment may be deductible; please consult your tax advisor for guidance specific to your situation.

Funds are administered by Hunger Related Events in service of tackling hunger — supported through our three food bank partners: Every Meal, ICA Food Shelf, and The Food Group. This event continues a tradition that, across more than 30 years of hunger-relief events, has created over 100 million meals for families in need.