World-class chefs creating one incredible meal, supporting outdoor education for thousands of San Mateo County students.

Dinner | Drinks | Silent Auction

March 25, 2026
6:00 - 9:00 pm

Same event, new location!
Sam’s Chowder House
4210 N. Cabrillo Hwy (Hwy 1)
Half Moon Bay, CA 94019

Tickets to Spring Ahead 2026 are sold out!  We may add additional tickets the week of the event, depending upon weather.  If you'd like to be added to the waitlist for purchasing a ticket to this event, please use the registration button above.  For questions, you can reach out to us at development@thehealproject.org.

Join us for our fan-favorite annual fundraising gala! At Spring Ahead, a group of extraordinary chefs from our community will create a scrumptious, multi-course dinner sourced from local producers.

Start your evening with music and a signature cocktail or mocktail while you peruse a silent auction filled with unique art and experiences.

An online auction with even more special items up for bid will launch soon.

Tickets on sale now!
Early bird pricing until February 26.

Questions? Reach out to us at development@thehealproject.org.

Thank you to all of our generous 2026 Spring Ahead sponsors.

18 Carrot Sponsors

14 Carrot Sponsors

10 Carrot Sponsors

2026 Chef Lineup:

Lewis Rossman
Sam’s Chowder House

Kim Levin
Pasta Moon | 845

Javier Arrebolo Serrano
The Ritz-Carlton Half Moon Bay

Jose Luis Ugalde
Gibraltar Gems

Roberto Rodriguez
Mullins Steakhouse

Joy Portelli and her team at
Event Savvy Catering

Brittney Ray
Twelvemonth

Featuring:

Craft Cocktails from:
Jetty Wave Distillery

Local Beer from:
Half Moon Bay Brewing Co.

Wine from:
Half Moon Bay Winery

Music from:
Mike McCall

Learn more about our mission to teach kids where their food comes from and why it matters.