2026 CNE Food Hall of Fame

Inspired by the 70th anniversary of the CNE Food Building and the ever-growing food obsession of not only CNE Visitors but the media as well — the CNE Food Hall of Fame Awards is returning to the 2026 CNE! The objective is to celebrate and recognize the contributions (and creativity) of our valued food vendors (indoors and outdoors), with the goal of continuing this program annually as a CNE tradition and legacy.

A handful of food items will be selected by the Senior Leadership team to be inducted to the HOF during a ceremony on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in the Food Building.

The CNE Food Hall of Fame will have a permanent place in history, represented by a branded pennant which will hang from the rafters in the iconic CNE Food Building.

Vendors were selected based off of criteria related to:

• Longevity
• Innovation
• Popularity
• Taste

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