Taste the Future returns Tuesday, August 18, 2026
Which ticket option is right for you?
General Admission - $175 (enjoy a special Early Bird rate through June 30)
- Admission to Taste the Future, with sample-size bites and sips from dozens of central Ohio's best food and beverage partners all included.
- Drink tickets are included and can be exchanged at our bar tent for a selection of beer, wine, or hard seltzer. Water and soft drinks are freely available throughout the event.
VIP Ticket - $325
- Admission to the event, plus early access to the exclusive VIP Reception—a curated experience with community leaders, donors, and college leadership.
Host Committee - $1,000
- Includes 4 VIP Tickets for you and your guests.
- President's Circle Membership with year-round VIP perks, including invitations to exclusive events, early access to college news and updates, and insider communications from Columbus State leadership.
- Public recognition on event signage, print invitations, and TasteTheFuture.com.
- Please contact Diane Sharp dsharp16@cscc.edu with questions about ajoining our Host Committee.
Purchase your Taste the Future tickets today—your tastebuds will thank you!
Your support helps our foundation:
- Remove non-academic barriers for students and provide emergency needs during crisis.
- Award scholarships for tuition, books, and supplies.
- Prepare students for in-demand jobs and continuing education, and more!
