A Delicious Night Out – and a Great Way to Support Small Business!
September 28, 2026
31st Annual Auction & Taste of the North Shore
Presenting Sponsor: Bell Flavors & Fragrances Inc.
Thursday, October 29 - 5:00 to 7:30 p.m.
Renaissance Chicago North Shore Hotel
With 20 local restaurants serving small bites from their menus, the Annual Auction & Taste offers foodies plenty to sample and discover. Add in a lively silent auction, complimentary beer and wine, and a chance to win our $500 grand-prize raffle, and you have all the ingredients for a memorable night out. Proceeds support the Northbrook Chamber’s programs and services supporting the local business community.
Join Us! Bring Clients, Friends, Your Team
The Annual Auction & Taste is more than a fundraiser—it’s a great opportunity to entertain clients, connect with business associates, socialize with friends, or treat your employees to a fun night out. Every ticket helps support the Chamber’s programs and services for the local business community. Raise your business visibility with a sponsorship and receive two event tickets as part of your package!
Put Your Business in the Spotlight with an Auction Donation
The Silent Auction is the centerpiece of the event, with 300 guests browsing and bidding for their favorite items. Raise the visibility of your business and help make the silent auction a success by donating an item or experience valued at $50 or more. Gift cards, merchandise, dining, services, tickets, packages and unique experiences are all welcome. Each donor’s name is featured prominently on the auction tables, helping your business stand out to potential customers.
Have something to contribute? Download our donation form or contact the Chamber.
Enter the Raffle - You Might Win $500!
Purchase tickets for a chance to win $500 or other great prizes in our Raven Raffle Drawing! Tickets can be purchased online through October 26, at First Friday, or in person at the event.
- 1 ticket — $30
- 2 tickets — $50
- 5 tickets — $100
You don’t have to be at the event to win, so grab your tickets and take your chance!
Thank You Sponsors!
Auction & Taste Sponsors make this event possible! Join this group today - your business will be recognized in pre-event publicity and event signage.Â
- Presenting Sponsor: Bell Flavors & Fragrances
- Hungry Haunts Sponsor: UL Solutions
- All-Hallows Eve Sponsor: Allstate
- Raven Raffle Sponsor: Len Roofing & Remodeling
- Magic Potions Sponsor: Jos. Mullarkey Distributors and Sunset Foods
- Mystery Menu Sponsors: Homewatch CareGivers, The Krupnick Approach, and Ner Tamid Funerals
- Ghostly Gourmet Sponsors: Caroline Gau-REAL, CJE Senior Life Weinberg Community, Dundee Pharmacy, First Bank Chicago, Hammer & Nails Glenview, Lipschultz Levin & Gray LLC, Marsha Schwartz - Coldwell Banker Realty, Matt Settler-Dasco Insurance, PGA Tour Superstore, Rover’s Place, and Weiss & Company LLP
- Frenzied Foodie Sponsors: FGK Services, Inc. and Onward Technologies, Inc.
- Monster MC Sponsor: A-Z Entertainment
- Demonic Decor Sponsors: Windy City Linen and North Shore Balloon Decor
- Macabre Media Sponsors: Michael Delott Photography & Headshots, Sweet Melissa Media
Mark your calendar for October 29, gather your favorite people and join us for a wickedly delicious evening! For more information about sponsorship opportunities and other ways to get involved, contact the Chamber team.