Celebrate and uplift Black-owned food businesses.
KICK-OFF EVENT
$5 Food taste jamboree

BUSINESS NETWORKING & MORE
As part of our Black Restaurant Week celebration, we're hosting special events designed to uplift local businesses, build community, and celebrate culinary excellence.
What to Expect:
Meaningful connections with local Black-owned businesses
Delicious tastings from celebrated caterers & food creatives
Interactive conversations on culture, agriculture, and impact
Festive atmospheres with purpose-driven celebration
SAVE THE DATES
Heirloom Collard Greens Networking Mixer
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Location & Time TBD
Connect with business owners, restaurants, and community supporters during a flavorful networking experience centered around the Heirloom Collard Greens tradition.
Madison Black Restaurant Week: Winner Reveal
Friday, September 18, 2026
Location & Time TBD
Join us after Restaurant Week as we celebrate community favorites, participating businesses, and the impact of the 2026 campaign.
WHy it matters
For over 10 years, Madison Black Restaurant Week has been a platform to:
Encourage residents and visitors alike to explore new dining experiences.
Drive economic impact and visibility for local entrepreneurs.
Showcase the cultural richness and resilience of Madison’s Black community.
Help Us Bring Black Restaurant Week to Life
Volunteers help make the week run smoothly, from event setup and registration to guest support, vendor assistance, and cleanup. If you want to support Black-owned food businesses and be part of a community-centered celebration, we’d love to have you involved.
Take Black Restaurant Week beyond the plate with official MBRW gear! We’ve got a limited batch of vintage tees and apparel from past years — available while supplies last.
Every purchase helps support our mission and keeps the spirit of MBRW alive all year long.
Quantities are limited — grab yours before they’re gone!
