High-calibre cuisine and the finest libations take centre stage at Eat to the Beat.

Now in its 31st year, Eat to the Beat has become a mecca for urban foodies who come out to experience the best that Ontario's culinary scene has to offer. It is still the only event in Canada that exclusively features the talent of 60 female chefs, women supporting women through the challenges that come with a breast cancer diagnosis.

Stroll through Roy Thomson Hall and enjoy bite-sized portions of specially crafted savoury and sweet dishes, along with wine, beer, spirits, and a selection of non-alcoholic libations from the finest beverage purveyors in the city.

Back once again are our favourite Corset Ladies, a group of supporters and survivors who design and wear beautiful, food-themed corsets. The Ladies will be circulating through the event, chatting with guests and selling raffle tickets for a chance to win one of three amazing prizes.

And do not forget to purchase your mystery bag. Remember those childhood surprise bags? You are all grown up now, and so are the prizes inside.

 

History

Eat to the Beat was founded as a fundraising event for Willow Breast and Hereditary Cancer Support by Lisa and Abigail Slater, sisters and business women who were inspired by the courage and strength of breast cancer survivors, and by the many people whose lives they knew had been touched by the disease.

Funds raised at Eat to the Beat help the Canadian Cancer Society continue to provide breast cancer information, support services, and programs. If you would like to learn more, please visit cancer.ca.

We look forward to seeing you at Eat to the Beat 2026. Friday, October 23, 2026.

 

Eat to the Beat at a Glance

Date:

Friday, October 23, 2026

Time:

7 pm - 10 pm

Venue:

Roy Thomson Hall, 60 Simcoe Street, Toronto (St. Andrew subway station)

Tickets include savoury and sweet dishes at 60 stations along with wine, beer, and a selection of non-alcoholic libations from 20 of the finest beverage purveyors.

(a tax receipt will be issued for the maximum allowable amount)

Dress:

Smart casual

 

Come Join Us

Whether you are a long-time guest or this is your first time hearing about us, we would love to see you there. Bring a friend, bring a colleague, bring someone who simply loves good food. Every ticket helps someone in our community who is facing a breast cancer diagnosis.

If you have questions about the event, want to get involved, or would like to know more about sponsorship and volunteer opportunities, please reach out. You can write to us, give us a call, or simply stop by our office. We are always happy to talk about Eat to the Beat and the cause behind it.