Weekend Overview

Welcome Reception
Friday, September 18, 2026
Private Paradise Valley Estate

6:30pm – 9:00pm
Kick off the weekend with an exclusive evening of Sonoran-inspired cuisine and cocktails, superb wines, and meaningful connections at a spectacular private Paradise Valley estate. Celebrate the flavors of the Southwest while supporting the mission of the Aarón Sánchez Impact Fund.

Aarón y Amigos
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Tia Carmen at JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa

5:00pm – 9:30pm
Experience an extraordinary evening at Tia Carmen, where Chef Aarón Sánchez and an acclaimed roster of celebrity chefs come together for a one-night-only culinary event in support of Latino youth. Indulge in exclusive tastings, thoughtfully paired wines, handcrafted cocktails, live entertainment, and a premier silent auction—all while making a meaningful impact through the work of the Aarón Sánchez Impact Fund.

5:00pm
Celebrity chef tastings, exquisite wines, open bar, silent auction, and musical entertainment

7:00pm
Program and Live Auction benefiting Latino youth

8:30pm
Desserts and dancing!