BestFest 2026 

Benefit for Hospice of Dubuque

BestFest 2026, the annual celebration recognizing “the best” of more than 50 area businesses, will take place Thursday, March 26, from 5:00–7:30 p.m. at the Dubuque County Fairgrounds.

During the month of January, tri-state patrons voted for their favorite local businesses in a wide variety of categories. Winners will be recognized at BestFest and will showcase samples of their products throughout the evening.

Tickets are $40 and will be available at the Hospice of Dubuque office and online at hospiceofdubuque.org beginning on Tuesday, February 17. Tickets are limited and early purchase is encouraged.

One highlight of BestFest is the “Party Bus to BestFest” online auction, courtesy of Robb Munter and the Morgan Ann Party Bus. Bidding is open February 17 through 8:00 p.m., Friday, February 27, and includes transportation to and from the event for 12 people, early-entry event tickets, and designated seating. Bidders must be 21 or older. Details are available at hospiceofdubuque.org.

All proceeds benefit Hospice of Dubuque, supporting care for seriously ill patients and their families throughout the tri-state area.

Hospice of Dubuque extends a special thank you to the BestFest 2026 sponsors:

Gold Sponsors: Bud Light/7G Distributing, Coca-Cola, Dupaco Credit Union, Diamond Jo Casino, Dubuque County Fairgrounds, AY McDonald, Home+Floor Show, Kendall Hunt, Kuhlman Financial, Assured Partners, Radio Dubuque, OnMedia, and The Dubuque Advertiser.

Silver Sponsors: Conlon Construction, Giese Companies, Hammer Law, Honkamp & Co., and Theisen’s

Bronze Sponsors: Beichler Electric, American Realty, Tri-State Shred, Flexsteel, Straka Johnson Architects and Access Systems