2026 Annual RAM Gala Awards

Sunday, April 19th, 2026 | 6:30PM - 10:30PM | Maryland Live! Casino in Hanover, MD

Join the party as we celebrate the restaurant and foodservice industry like never before! More than 600 restaurant employees, chefs, owners, and industry supporters will enjoy a variety of food stations, an open bar, live music, industry awards, and more.
Suggested Dress Code: Cocktail Attire

Band performing live at the Gala

John Fager among a group a people at the Gala

Chef Zack Mills receiving the Chef of the Year award

A photo recap of Gala 2025 has been uploaded via KRR's EnjoyPhotos. Username is RAMGALA25 and password is 3141 to access the photos. To access the photo booth gallery, click here.

Purchase Tickets and Sponsorship

While Gala is RAM's largest and most exciting annual event, space is limited, and tickets will sell out! All sponsorships include a branded table reserved specifically for your guests. We also have individual tickets available, along with other opportunities for logo placement and recognition. Got a product you'd like to feature? Be sure to check out our Product Sponsor option as well!

We look forward to seeing you all there!

PLEASE NOTE: Our system will ask you for all names associated with your table. Please enter TBD for any guests whom are not confirmed yet.

Please email Cori at cgrafer@marylandrestaurants.com with any questions and final attendee lists.

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2026 Award Nominations

Each year, the Restaurant Association of Maryland presents annual awards for the following FOH and BOH positions: Chef of the Year, Restaurant Manager of the Year, Server of the Year, and Bartender of the Year. These awards are for those who relentlessly prove their skills and dedication to the industry while demonstrating top-notch leadership qualities. After public nominations, RAM selects five (5) finalists from each category for a public vote. You select the winners.