Upcoming Events

Macy Award & Student Recognition Night

Como Zoo & Conservatory – Bullard Rainforest Auditorium Thursday, April 23, 2026 6:00 PM – 8:15 PM Join MNIFT for an inspiring night of recognition, connection, and community Learn More

Second Harvest Heartland

Second Harvest Heartland Thursday, May 7, 2026 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM Join us for an afternoon of service with MN IFT New Connections as we volunteer at Second Harvest Heartland! Learn More

Bring on the Summer Bash

Minneapolis Cider Company Wednesday, May 13, 2026 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Network & Give Back Fundraiser. Kick off summer with MNIFT at our most fun event of the year! Learn More

Suppliers’ Expo 2026

Monday, September 28, 2026 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Exhibitor registration opens March 4!.

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Past Events
Food Law & the Current Impacts from Recent Changes Cargill Office Center Friday, September 19, 2025 5:00PM – 7:00PM With speaker Dr. Diana Winters, Deputy Director of Resnick Center for Food Law and Policy. Learn More
MN-IFT x RCA | Post Supplier Show Happy Hour PURIS HQ Wednesday, October 8, 2025 5:00PM – 7:00PM After the MN-IFT Supplier Expo, MN-IFT is hosting a free networking Happy Hour in partnership with the Research Chefs Association (RCA) at the PURIS headquarters. Learn More
New Professionals Pumpkin Painting La Doña Brewery Wednesday, October 29, 2025 4:00PM – 6:00PM This pumpkin painting activity is a casual, holiday-themed event designed to foster community and connection. Learn More
Lunch & Learn Virtual Friday, November 14, 2025 12:00PM – 12:30PM Join a conversation with our 2025 Macy Award Recipient Dr. Joe M. Regenstein – Professor Emeritus, Department of Food Science Head of Cornell Kosher and Halal Food Initiative. Learn More
What’s Really in Your Food? General Mills HQ Tuesday, December 2, 2025 4:00PM – 7:00PM What’s Really in Your Food? Learn More
SK Coffee: Tour & Tasting SK Coffee: Coffee Bar & Roastery Wednesday, December 17, 2025 5:00PM – 6:30PM Join MN IFT New Professionals at SK Coffee’s Vandalia Tower Coffee Bar & Roastery for a guided tasting and tour. Learn More
The Evolution of Dairy Sustainability Land O’Lakes Wednesday, January 21, 2026 5:00PM – 7:30PM Addressing the ever-relevant topic of dairy sustainability from farm to end use. Learn More
Fueling the Future: Protein, Sustainability & Entrepreneurship with MBOLD + PLUS Tour of SunOpta Labs SunOpta Headquarters Thursday, February 12, 2026 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM Overview: Unlocking Protein Innovation: MBOLD + MNIFT at SunOpta. Join us for an exciting and educational gathering designed to bring together Minnesota’s vibrant food science, technical, and innovation community with l Learn More
Foundations of Investing Seminar by Edward Jones Actalent Wednesday, February 25, 2026 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM Join MNIFT New Connections for an engaging session on the fundamentals of investing, hosted in collaboration with Edward Jones. Learn More
Culinary Arts & the Food Industry Collaboration HTC – Brooklyn Park Campus Wednesday, March 18, 2026 5:00 PM – 7:15 PM This session will provide a comprehensive look at the HTC Culinary Arts program, followed by an exploration of the distinctions between the Baking & Pastry and Culinary pathways. We will outline the key differences betwe Learn More
Mérieux NutriSciences Lab Tour & Networking Mérieux NutriSciences Thursday, March 19, 2026 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM Join MNIFT New Connections for an evening of networking, industry insights, and an exclusive behind‑the‑scenes lab tour at Mérieux NutriSciences! Learn More