Ready for an evening of wining, dining, and dancing under the stars?

It’s all happening at The Taste of Carmel on Thursday, October 6 from 6-9 pm at the Carmel Mission.

The theme of this year’s annual food and wine celebration is “Footloose and Fancy Fare”—and attendees are encouraged to come dressed in their best 80s attire.

The fundraiser, which benefits the Carmel Chamber of Commerce, takes place in the lovely Mission courtyard.

Twenty local wineries will pour libations while more than thirty local chefs—including those from Aubergine, Basil, Bahama Island Steakhouse, Forge in the Forest, Highlands Inn, Fresh Cream, and Il Fornaio—serve “small bites” showcasing their cuisine.

And whether you want to take a spin at Laguna Seca—or attend next year’s Academy Awards—you’ll find a wide range of enticing items to bid on during the Silent Auction.

Tickets are available at www.tasteofcarmel.com or by calling 831.624.2522.