Farm to Stable Benefit Dinner for the Great Lakes Culinary Institute
Flintfields Horse Park
6535 Bates Rd,, Williamsburg, MI, 49690
From $150.00
No upcoming date/times for this event.
ATTENTION:
We’ve made the difficult decision to cancel the September 20 Farm to Stable Benefit Dinner at Flintfields Horse Park. We remain deeply committed to supporting the Great Lakes Culinary Institute and will explore opportunities to reschedule this special evening in 2026.
After a successful inaugural season, Farm to Stable Dinners will return to Flintfields Horse Park next year—bringing more opportunities to gather, celebrate, and support local food and community.
An Evening of Purpose, Flavor & Community
Join us for the final event in this summer’s Farm to Stable Dinner Series—a chef-driven evening supporting the next generation of culinary talent in Northern Michigan.
This benefit dinner brings together chefs, students, and supporters who believe in the power of food to create opportunity. Set against the backdrop of Flintfields Horse Park, it’s a chance to slow down, share a meal, and invest in something meaningful.
What to Expect
🥂 Curated Wine Tasting & Passed Hors d’Oeuvres
Sip and savor selections from Great Lakes Wine & Spirits during a relaxed walk-around tasting. Bottles available for purchase—100% of proceeds go to the GLCI Scholarship Fund.
🍽 Long-Table Dinner
Gather for a seasonal, four-course meal prepared by GLCI students and alumni, working alongside celebrated guest chefs.
👩🍳 Culinary Connection & Community
Hear firsthand from the students your support benefits—and the chefs guiding them.
Featured Chefs
- Jimmy Schmidt – James Beard Award Winner
- Brian Fleuter – Nobo Riverside
- Tony Vu – The Good Bowl, MaMang
- Michelle Rodriguez – Amor Comida
- Stephanie Wiitala – Sugar 2 Salt
Local ingredients provided by Lakeview Hill Farm (Leelanau), Anavery Fine Foods (Traverse City), and Idyll Farms (Northport)!
Tickets Include
- Four-course chef-curated dinner
- Dinner prepared and served with GLCI students
- Wine pairing available for purchase
All proceeds from dinner and wine sales benefit the Great Lakes Culinary Institute Scholarship Fund.
A Few Notes
- Seating is limited to 250 guests.
- Due to outdoor kitchen constraints, dietary accommodations may be limited.
- Refunds available up to 72 hours in advance.
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Traffic Advisory – Saturday, Sept. 20
U.S. 31 at 3 Mile will close for overnight bridge work beginning at 6 PM, with a signed detour in place. If you’re attending the dinner at Flintfields Horse Park, please plan for extra time and follow posted detours via Three Mile, Four Mile, and Hammond Roads. DNR Project Page
Policies
Refund Policy:
All events are held rain or shine. General Admission Tickets: Refund requests must be made at least one hour before the first horse enters the ring on the day of the event. Premium Hospitality Tickets (The Overlook, VIP Club, Box Seats, and special hospitality events): Refunds are available up to 48 hours prior to the scheduled event. Refunds requested outside these windows are not guaranteed. For questions or assistance, please contact: [email protected].
Cancellation Policy:
Weather & Schedule Policy Traverse City Horse Shows events are held rain or shine. In the event of severe weather, including heavy rain or lightning, competition may be delayed, paused, adjusted, or in rare cases rescheduled for safety. Schedule changes, including earlier start times or movement to another competition day, may occur based on weather conditions. Guests are encouraged to dress for changing conditions and monitor email and Traverse City Horse Shows social channels for event-day updates. Thanks to top-quality footing and experienced event management, weather-related disruptions are typically minimal.
