A huge thank you to everyone who joined us at the 3rd annual Chicago Tea Festival on April 11-12, 2026, at the Copernicus Center! From our amazing visitors to our dedicated vendors, inspiring speakers, and hardworking volunteers, you made this two-day event truly special.

This year's festival was a beautiful tribute to tea, honoring its diverse forms, rich cultures, and vibrant flavors.We loved seeing everyone explore the exhibit floor with over 30 vendors,participate in educational workshops, and enjoy our cultural showcasesfeaturing Nihon Buyo (Classical Japanese Dance) and Taiko drumming. A specialshoutout to our keynote speakers, Steve Lorch and Michael Harney, for sharingtheir incredible insights into the tea industry.

We also want to extend our deepest gratitude to our generous sponsors who helped make this event possible: Chicago Teahouse (Platinum Sponsor), Harney & Sons Fine Teas (Gold Sponsor), Steep N’ Clay (Silver Sponsor), and TeaTime Magazine.

From sampling exquisite blends to connecting with fellow tea enthusiasts, every moment was as refreshing as a perfectly brewed cup. We are already looking forward to welcoming you back next year for another unforgettable celebration of sustainability, diversity, and connection.

Until next time,

The Chicago Tea Festival Team
Agnieszka Rapacz (Festival President), Julie Tiu, Thometra Foster, Barbara Banaszczyk, Jeff Jackson, and Mike Cuevas