28th Annual Beaujolais & Beyond Returns to Denver for “A Night in Cannes”
Rocky Mountain French-American Chamber of Commerce brings together Colorado chefs, French wine, business leaders and cinema-inspired style on November 19 at ReelWorks Denver
DENVER, Colo. — September 2026 — The French-American Chamber of Commerce – Rocky Mountain Chapter (RMFACC) will host the 28th Annual Beaujolais & Beyond on Thursday, November 19, 2026, at ReelWorks Denver, bringing together approximately 700 guests for one of Colorado’s largest celebrations of French food, wine, business and culture.
This year’s theme, A Night in Cannes, draws inspiration from the glamour and creative energy of French cinema and the red carpet. Guests are invited to arrive in film festival chic for an evening that combines Colorado’s culinary talent with French wine, entertainment and the French-American business community.
“Beaujolais & Beyond has always been about bringing people together around food, wine and connection,” said Sacha Francois, Executive Director of RMFACC. “For 28 years, Colorado chefs, businesses and community partners have helped make this event a place where French-American relationships are celebrated and strengthened. A Night in Cannes gives us a fresh way to recognize that history while putting Colorado’s culinary community and our growing ties with France at the center of the evening.”
Colorado Chefs Take Center Stage
Beaujolais & Beyond will once again feature tastings from leading Colorado restaurants and chefs. Participating culinary partners will compete in the annual Beaujeu Awards, with guests and judges selecting winners in Savory and Sweet categories through both People’s Choice and Judges’ Choice awards.
The competition is designed not only to celebrate culinary excellence, but also to provide participating restaurants with meaningful exposure to business leaders, professionals and food-and-wine enthusiasts from across the Rocky Mountain region.
Participation is open to restaurants of all culinary traditions.
Beaujolais, French Wine and VIP Hospitality
The evening celebrates the annual release of Beaujolais Nouveau, alongside a broader selection of curated French and international wine pours.
General Admission guests will enter at 6:30 p.m. for the full event experience, including chef tastings, wine, live entertainment, the Silent Auction, raffle, vendors and brand activations.
A limited VIP experience begins at 5:30 p.m., offering early access to restaurant tastings before General Admission, premium Champagne and Beaujolais, and entry to a separate VIP Lounge featuring a sommelier-curated premium wine bar, artisanal cheeses and charcuterie, and additional VIP-only tastings and experiences.
More Than an Evening Out
Beaujolais & Beyond is RMFACC’s signature annual benefit event and supports the Chamber’s mission to strengthen commercial, professional and cultural ties between France and the Rocky Mountain region.
Throughout the year, RMFACC connects companies, entrepreneurs and professionals across Colorado, Arizona, Utah, New Mexico and Wyoming with opportunities involving French trade, investment, business development and international collaboration.
The event also gives companies and organizations opportunities to participate through corporate hospitality, sponsorship and branded activations, while schools, cultural organizations and community partners can use the evening to connect directly with attendees.
Event Details
28th Annual Beaujolais & Beyond: A Night in Cannes
Thursday, November 19, 2026
ReelWorks Denver, 1399 35th Street, Denver, Colorado
VIP Entry: 5:30 p.m. General Admission: 6:30 p.m. Event concludes: 10:30 p.m.
Tickets, culinary participation and sponsorship information are available at BeaujolaisDenver.com
About the French-American Chamber of Commerce – Rocky Mountain
The French-American Chamber of Commerce – Rocky Mountain Chapter promotes and develops commercial exchange, trade and investment between France and the Rocky Mountain region. RMFACC serves Colorado, Arizona, Utah, New Mexico and Wyoming and connects
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