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UNITED WE COOK

SATURDAY, May 02, 2026 - DAVID S. PALMER ARENA

JOIN US AT UNITED WE COOK.

United We Cook is one of our community’s most flavorful nights of the year. Local volunteer chefs, home cooks, and food lovers come together to serve their favorite dishes and raise support for United Way of Danville Area. Guests enjoy an incredible variety of creative bites, a lively atmosphere, and the chance to directly support programs that strengthen families across our region. UWAY_'26 United We Cook_Event F…

Whether you love food, love cooking, or love giving back, this event brings all three together for a night you will not forget.

WHAT HAPPENS AT UNITED WE COOK?

United We Cook is designed to be fun, welcoming, and full of energy. Each ticket includes:

• Entry to the event
• Tastes from any dish prepared by our local chefs
• Access to a cash bar
• The opportunity to support chefs with tip jars that go directly to United Way programs

Guests can sample everything from family recipes to creative culinary experiments, all made by people who care deeply about giving back.

The Palmer Arena is now a clear bag facility. Purses and backpacks must be clear and any bag exceeding certain sizes are not allowed. In addition, patrons will be asked to pass through the arena’s metal detectors when entering the arena. Diaper bags are allowed but are subject to a wand scan and search by security.

Tickets can be purchased online or in person at the David S. Palmer Arena box office beginning 10:00am on Monday, May 1, 2025.


David S. Palmer Arena
Days: Monday - Friday
Times: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Phone: (217) 431-2424

Purchasing tickets through the box office is the most cost-effective way.

General Admission
Tickets: $50

Must be 21 to enter.

FAQ

  • No. There is not an ATM inside the David S. Palmer Arena. Please come prepared as there is a cash bar and tip jars which accept cash only.

  • The Palmer Arena is now a clear bag facility and purses and backpacks exceeding certain sizes are not allowed within the arena. In addition, patrons will be asked to pass through the arena’s metal detectors when entering the arena. Diaper bags are allowed but are subject to a wand scan and search.

    View the policy here.


    What is acceptable?
    Clear Tote: 12" x 12" x 6"
    Clear Drawstring Bag: 12" x 12"
    1 Gallon Clear Plastic Storage Bag
    Clutch: No Larger Than 4.5" x 7"

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  • You can visit the David S. Palmer Arena box office Monday - Friday from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. or call at (217) 432-2424.