Atlanta Hawks Forkside Seats 2026, Fueled by Georgia Natural Gas

The Atlanta Hawks Forkside Seats is a culinary event at State Farm Arena that kicks off with pre-dinner bites from some of Atlanta’s boldest restaurants followed by a seated dinner on the floor, music and a live auction.

On November 1, 2026, Atlanta’s culinary elite will unite for a celebration unlike any other at State Farm Arena. We’ll begin our four-course experience in a private club space where handcrafted cocktails, delicious wines, and a curated experience with «True to Atlanta» bites from the city’s culinary scene await you.

The Atlanta Hawks then clear the floor where guests will proceed to enjoy a seated (tables of 10) dinner showcasing bold flavors and the essence of Southern dining, followed by dessert, a live auction and music.

Atlanta Hawks Forkside Seats is not just an event—it’s a love letter to the city’s dynamic food scene, a testament to Southern hospitality, and an evening designed to leave lasting impressions. This is one night you won’t want to miss.

Guests are encouraged to wear festive or smart casual attire.

Individual tickets and group packages for Ultra-VIP and VIP avaliable.

All guests must be 21 or older to attend.

Enjoy all of the benefits of VIP guests along with these additional pro-level perks:

• Locker room access
• Custom Jersey
• VIP Keepsake Box
• Shoot hoops on the Atlanta Hawks practice court
• Sign your very own “Hawk for a day” contract
• Custom Giving Kitchen/Atlanta Hawks locker room slides, only available at Forkside Seats
• Interview experience in the Hawks media room
• and even more suprises in store!

“Being ‘True to Atlanta’ means showing up for the people, culture and communities that make this city special. Forkside Seats is an opportunity to celebrate Atlanta’s vibrant culinary identity while supporting Giving Kitchen’s meaningful work for food-service workers facing crisis,” said Steve Koonin, CEO of the Atlanta Hawks & State Farm Arena. “This event is especially important to the Hawks as it extends our commitment to Atlanta beyond the court, and we’re proud to partner with Giving Kitchen to honor the people who bring the city’s food and hospitality scene to life every day.” 

Before dinner, guests will enjoy an elevated cocktail hour in exclusive State Farm Arena spaces featuring handcrafted drinks, delicious wines, and curated tastings from Atlanta’s culinary staples including bites from Bankhead Seafood · COSM · King of Pops  Holeman & Finch · Magic City Kitchen · Ruki’s Kitchen · Tandoori Pizza & Wing Co. · Woody’s · Your 3rd Spot and drinks from Campari · Creature Comforts Brewing Company · Jeff Banks of King Cube and Kirk Gibson of Lucky Star · Kursten Berry of Twisted Soul Cookhouse & Pours ·Minhwa Spirits ·  Nico Julia of Sakura Sake Bar · Tito’s · Wine Group. 

A curated dinner will be served on the arena floor starting with bread service from Mary Mac’s Tea Room and Bomb Biscuits, and a salad course curated by Chef G. Garvin, State Farm Arena’s Chief Culinary Officer.  The surprise main course will be provided by participating chefs and restaurants including: 

• Chef Matthew Basford of Canoe  

• Chef Terry Koval of The Deer and The Dove  

• Chef Josue Peña of the Iberian Pig  

• Chefs Carlo Gan and Mia Orino of Kamayan ATL   

• Chef Jimbo Irvin of Local Three Kitchen & Bar  

• Chef Yoshi Kinjo of Nakato Japanese Restaurant  

• Chef Chris Gillis of Ruth’s Chris 

• Chef Robert Butts of Station 11 / Argile 

• Chef Duane Nutter of Southern National  

• Chef Woody Back of Table & Main 

• Chef Deborah Van Trece of Twisted Soul Cookhouse & Pours  

The night will conclude with desserts from Cake Pharmacy, Sweet Auburn Bread Company, and The Chai Box, followed by music and a live auction benefiting Giving Kitchen.