Autentico Aruba Culinary Festival 2026
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Organized by the Aruba Tourism Authority, the 3rd annual Autentico Aruba Culinary Festival runs from October 3 to 11, 2026. The multi-day celebration kicks off with island-wide Restaurant Week features and exclusive chef collaborations, then peaks on October 10 and 11 with an open-air pavilion finale along historic Wilhelminastraat in downtown Oranjestad. Expect live cooking competitions, international guest chefs and Michelin-starred icons, interactive tasting stations using a cashless RFID wristband system, and nightly live entertainment. Highlights include the Bartender Brawl and an Iron Chef competition, alongside renowned restaurants from across the island.
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Date
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Time
18:00
Location
Downtown Oranjestad
Wilhelminastraat, Downtown Oranjestad, Aruba
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Capacity
500+ guests
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