The Pizza Institute

Upcoming Pizza Events

Join us for workshops, festivals, symposiums, and tastings celebrating the art and science of pizza-making. From hands-on masterclasses to international gatherings, there's something for every pizza enthusiast.

March 2026

festival

Detroit Pizza Festival & Competition

📅 March 14 - March 16, 2026
📍 Detroit, Michigan
👥 Max 500 attendees

Join us for the ultimate celebration of Detroit-style pizza! This three-day festival features competitions, tastings, and workshops from the best pizz...

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April 2026

workshop

Sourdough Starter Masterclass

📅 April 22, 2026
📍 Pizza Institute Labs, Detroit
👥 Max 30 attendees

Learn the art of creating and maintaining the perfect sourdough starter for pizza dough. This hands-on workshop covers fermentation science, feeding s...

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July 2026

symposium

International Pizza Symposium

📅 July 15 - July 17, 2026
📍 Detroit Convention Center
👥 Max 1000 attendees

The premier gathering of pizza professionals, researchers, and enthusiasts from around the world. Three days of presentations, tastings, and networkin...

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September 2026

tasting

Pizza and Wine Pairing Experience

📅 September 18, 2026
📍 Pizza Institute Labs, Detroit
👥 Max 40 attendees

Discover the perfect wine pairings for different pizza styles. Led by our sommelier and pizza chef, this intimate evening explores flavor combinations...

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