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Cocktail Reception & Culinary Tour: An Evening to Benefit the Hospitality Advocacy Fund

Protecting & Promoting Our Industry at the State & Local Levels

Wednesday, September 9, 2026
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM (EDT)

Event Details

An Evening to Support Hospitality Advocacy
Join the Connecticut Restaurant & Hospitality Association's Board of Directors for an unforgettable evening.

Hosted by 85th Day Food Community, at Stone Acres Farm, Stonington, the evening includes a cocktail reception and curated culinary tour featuring exceptional bites, beverages, and hospitality from some of Connecticut’s top talent. Connect with fellow industry leaders as we unite to support the future of our industry.

Attire: Business Casual

Single Ticket: $150
Couple: $250
Plus-One Guest Ticket: $125 (Only available with purchase of Couple Ticket)

Note: Tickets are non-refundable.  If you can't attend, your ticket may be assigned to another guest upon request. 

Unable to attend, but still want to show your support?  Strengthen efforts by making a voluntarily contributionYour generous support is greatly appreciated.

For More Information:

Connecticut Restaurant & Hospitality Association Logo 100 Great Meadow Road, Suite 100
Wethersfield, CT 06109
United States
860.278.8008

Turn your evening into a getaway! Stay in downtown Mystic at the charming The Whaler’s Inn and save 20% with promo code CRHA26. Enter the code when choosing your dates, then click "Show Rates" on the rooms page to unlock your special rate.


The Hospitality Advocacy Fund (HAF) works to protect, strengthen, and advance the industry through effective advocacy at the state and local levels. Each year, legislators and special interest groups introduce proposals that can significantly impact the ability of restaurants, hotels, and other hospitality businesses to operate and succeed. HAF ensures our industry's voice is heard, advocating for policies that support business growth, protect jobs, and foster a thriving hospitality community.

HAF relies on contributions from those who work within and are associated with the hospitality industry. Unlike PAC, contributions to the Advocacy Fund may come from either personal or corporate sources. These funds provide our industry with the necessary resources to promote positive change for restaurants, hotels, our employees, and the people we serve.

The Hospitality Advocacy Fund empowers our association to provide clear, accessible, and timely information that strengthens our collective advocacy efforts and ensures the hospitality industry’s voice is heard.