The Shelby County community is gearing up for the 18th annual Taste of Shelby County, scheduled for 6 p.m. on Sept. 10 at the Invernewss Country Club, 1 Country Club Drive, Birmingham. The event, organized by the Shelby County Schools Education Foundation, provides a relaxed setting where families and friends can mingle while sampling dishes from a roster of local eateries and vendors.
Event details and ticket options
Advance tickets are $50 and can be purchased online at tasteofshelbycounty.com. Door tickets cost $60, and a VIP option is available for $75, which includes additional perks. An early‑bird discount is offered for those who buy tickets before the event.
Participating vendors
Roughly 20 restaurants, bakeries and beverage providers will be on hand. Confirmed participants include Charcuterie Pieces, East 59 Cafe, Good People Brewing Company, Hey Bébé, Board in Birmingham, La Paz, Bistro proVare, Freddy’s, Joe’s Kitchen Bar and Bakery, Chick‑fil‑A, Oak Mountain High School Career and Technical Education, Texas Roadhouse, Dread River, Half Shell Oyster House, Trampled by Tacos, Taziki’s, Cookie Fix, RnR Sushi, Perry’s Steakhouse and Grille, and Panther Bites. Many of these vendors have attended the festival for at least three consecutive years.
Community impact
In 2025, the festival attracted roughly 300 guests. Proceeds benefit the Shelby County Schools Education Foundation, strengthening programs that support local students. The event’s casual atmosphere, described by foundation executive director Bethany Ivey as “a favorite because of its relaxed casual atmosphere,” encourages attendees to move freely among tables, tasting a variety of dishes while supporting the schools.
How to attend
Tickets are available online through the event website. For those interested in sponsorship opportunities, the website provides contact information. The venue, Invernewss Country Club, offers ample parking and a spacious dining area suitable for the expected crowd.
Community members are invited to experience the culinary diversity of Birmingham while contributing to a cause that directly benefits local education. The Taste of Shelby County continues to be a highlight of the fall season, bringing together families, local businesses, and the school district in a celebration of food, fellowship, and community spirit.
Original reporting: Hoover Sun — read the source article.
