Ramenfest

The noodle-palooza that is Ramenfest finds a new home at Time Out Market Chicago for its sixth year. Chef Bill Kim (urbanbelly) once again hosts an epic ramen showdown with 20 of the city's biggest and brightest culinary masterminds, including Time Out Market chefs Abe Conlon, Brian Fisher, Edward Kim, Brian Enyart and Jennifer Jones Enyart, Thai Dang and many more. Kim promises some surprise guest chefs to shake up the lineup as well. General admission tickets guarantee a tasting portion of each ramen creation, as well as two drink tickets and a gift card to urbanbelly. VIP guests get early access to the fest with an hour-long open bar and urbanbelly swag. Proceeds from the belt-busting event support Inspiration Kitchens and its programs for those affected by homelessness. If you want to get in on the slurping action, act fast: This star-studded event always sells out fast.