ChainFEST Launches in New York with Chrissy Teigen and Tim Hollingsworth

ChainFEST is headed to New York in September!
21. The world’s largest celebration of chain food will showcase 10,000 food and pop-culture fans for the inclusive food festival.

ChainFEST will take over Randall’s Island Park to feeature tantalizing takes on nostalgic favorites from the likes of KFC, Panda Express, Red Robin, Portillo’s, Krispy Kreme, Red Lobster, Chuck E. Cheese, Hot Dog on a Stick, and more as well as large scale immersive experiences, main stage moments, and custom cocktails.

Before the big day an exclusive event at the legendary Per Se brought together the stars of the industry to celebrate including Chrissy Teigen who enthusiastically backed the incredible day coming next month.

Founded by B.J. Novak and Michelin-starred chef Tim Hollingsworth, CHAIN has teamed up with Medium Rare – the award-winning live entertainment producers behind Shaq’s Fun House, Kelce Jam, and Guy Fieri’s Flavortown Tailgate – to redefine what a food festival looks like. By creating immersive, multi-generational nostalgic journeys through the flavors, dishes, and iconography that have defined American Pop-Cuisine, ChainFEST is both a food festival and a pop-culture experience.

“Chain restaurants are one of the great shared touchstones in our culture,” said B.J. Novak, “ChainFEST is a place for tens of thousands of people to come together over shared memories of these restaurants and dishes that we all love.”

Chain is collaborating with several beloved chains to create gourmet versions of iconic dishes, resurrect discontinued fan favorites, and debuting brand-new items that are headed to menus later in the year, including KFC, Krispy Kreme, Panda Express, Hot Dog on a Stick, Red Robin, Red Lobster, Portillo’s and Trader Vic’s.

“Even though many of the dishes are exclusive to the festival, I want every bite at ChainFEST to unlock a cherished memory,” said Chef Tim Hollingsworth.

Guests can also expect a taste of New York from Cash App, spicy trivia and gummy-infused goodness with TUMS, and a dash of childhood fun with Chuck E. Cheese.

The exclusive menu items will be paired with custom beverages and specialty cocktails from Pernod Ricard brands: Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey, Del Maguey Single Village Mezcal, Jameson Irish Whiskey, Malibu Rum, Kahlua Coffee Liqueur, Altos Tequila and Absolut Vodka.

“ChainFEST reimagines the typical food festival by flipping the experience on its head for its fans. As each restaurant partner will showcase a one-of-a-kind, culinary-led interactive activation, Tasting Tickets will offer fans gourmet and iconic dishes allowing fans to experience some of their favorite brands in all-new ways,” said Joe Silberzweig, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Medium Rare.

Cash App and VISA are bringing exclusive benefits to Cash App Card holders and ChainFEST fans alike! Cash App is offering an exclusive Cash App Card pre-sale beginning this Thursday for 24 hours. In addition to the exclusive pre-sale, Cash App Card holders will receive an exclusive 10% discount on beverage and merchandise at ChainFEST as well as receive a taste of iconic New York flavors at the Cash App Neighborhood.

As the official spirits partner of ChainFEST, Pernod Ricardis bringing its robust portfolio of spirits including Absolut Vodka, Jameson Irish Whiskey, Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey, Malibu Rum, Altos Tequila and Kahlua Coffee Liqueur to ChainFEST. Fans, ages 21 and older, will be able to head to any festival bar to pick up a custom cocktail featuring one of the iconic Pernod Ricard brands to enjoy while walking around the festival! Those 21+ can also come check out the ChainFEST inspired Skrewballexperience. Special collaborative drinks with chain restaurant partners will be available, as well as exclusive Chain signature cocktails.

Attendees can register online now at ChainFEST.com to sign up for tickets ahead of Friday’s on-sale. Tasting Tickets start at $99.99 with all food included in the price of entry, access to free games, rides, and other immersive experiences. All-Inclusive VIP Tickets start at $399.99 and include unlimited bites from all Chain restaurant partners, early festival entry, an open bar experience, and much more. Seeking the world’s most luxurious chain restaurant experience – reserve a seat at ChainFEST’s exclusive Chef’s Tasting VIP Table.

A seated, full service, non-stop chain food buffet, a never-ending supply of exclusive menu items from each of the participating chain restaurants begins at $1,299.99. Thanks to Cash App and Visa, Cash App Card holders will have first access to tickets for 24 hours beginning on Thursday, August 8. ChainFEST 2023 sold out within three hours, so guests are encouraged to immediately register to secure tickets ahead of the festival’s on-sale starting Friday, August 9.

Tickets for the first-ever ChainFEST New York are all-inclusive and start at $99 – GET THEM HERE.

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