One of Arvada’s favorite events is set to return, as Taste of Arvada — the annual showcase of the city’s best bites and sips — returns on July 10.
As usual, the event — which sees dozens of local restaurants, breweries, distilleries, coffee shops and bakeries offer samples to folks — is hosted by the Greater Arvada Chamber of Commerce and will be held at the Apex Center from 6 to 8 p.m., though VIP attendees can get in at 5 p.m. and will have access to special samples.
Some newcomers are going to be at Taste for the first time this year, including Freedom Street Social tenants Miss Amie’s Pizza and R!ot Grille, in addition to other local establishments like Heaven Creamery, Jackrabbit’s Coffee, Road Dips Mini Pancakes and Mad Macks Brewing.
Olde Town’s favorite taco spot, Cochino Taco, will be at Taste for the first time this year.
“The best thing about Taste is that you may have been to the event before, but it’s always going to be something new and different based on new vendors,” said Samantha Geerdes, the Chamber’s vice president of events and business services.
Geerdes also mentioned that while the bites and sips might be little, they’re abundant in quantity, so no one will go home hungry.
“It’s important to note that the price of admission gets you all of the samples of food and drinks that you could want,” Geerdes said. “So once you’re in the door, you’re not paying for anything. We promise you will not leave hungry or thirsty. There’s lots of different things to try, both food and drink-wise.”
Tickets usually sell out in advance of the event and are not available at the door, so folks must buy in advance. Geerdes said that VIP tickets typically sell out by the end of June.
The event will also feature a competition portion, which will see attendees vote on their favorite samples in a number of categories, including Best Overall Bites, Best Savory Bite, Best Sweet Treat and Favorite Cocktail.
Live music at the event will be provided by the student band from Deeply Rooted Music School and headliners Wichita Run.
Geerdes also said there are volunteer opportunities available for folks who want to help with checking IDs, stamping tickets and helping clean up.
Tickets for Taste of Arvada can be purchased at arvadachamber.org/taste.