Binghamton, NY: Little Venice Restaurant and Broadway In Binghamton are giving local residents a chance to enjoy a full night out without spending a dime.
The two organizations have partnered on a new giveaway that combines a restaurant meal with a Broadway musical, and the contest is already generating buzz among community members online.
The Prize Package
The winner of the contest will receive dinner for two at Little Venice Restaurant along with two tickets to see “Mystic Pizza: A New Musical” at the Broome County Forum. The show is scheduled for Tuesday, September 29 at 7:30 p.m. According to the official rules, the dinner portion of the prize is valued at up to $80. Organizers describe the giveaway as the “ultimate night out,” pairing a home-cooked Italian meal with a live theatrical performance based on the beloved 1988 film of the same name.
Entering the contest is simple. Participants only need to like the official post from Little Venice Restaurant on Facebook to qualify. For those who want to have a little fun with their entry, the restaurant is also inviting people to leave a comment naming who they would bring along if they win.
The responses so far have been lighthearted. One entrant joked that her “husband friend” guess was as good as anyone’s, while another commenter shared that her husband initially mistook Mystic Pizza for a new pizzeria opening in town rather than a musical. A third participant said she was still deciding between bringing her husband or a friend.
Contest Rules and Deadline
The contest officially began on September 8, 2026, and will run through September 15, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Organizers say the winner will be selected at random from qualifying entries and will be announced on Wednesday, September 16.
According to the posted terms, entrants must be residents of the United States to be eligible. No purchase is necessary to enter, and making a purchase will not improve anyone’s chances of winning. The winner will be contacted through a Facebook direct message or public post and will have 24 hours to respond before an alternate winner is chosen instead.
The promotion also notes that it is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or administered by Meta or Facebook, and that entrants agree to release both the platform and Little Venice from liability related to the contest or use of the prize.
A Local Pairing of Food and Theater
Little Venice has long been a fixture in the Binghamton dining scene, known for its Italian menu and family-friendly atmosphere. Broadway In Binghamton brings touring musical productions to the Broome County Forum throughout the year, giving residents access to national tours without needing to travel to larger cities. The pairing of the two for this contest reflects a growing trend among local businesses to team up on cross-promotional events that highlight multiple parts of the community at once.
“Mystic Pizza: A New Musical” follows the story of three young waitresses working at a small pizzeria in a Connecticut coastal town as they navigate love, ambition, and self-discovery. The stage adaptation has drawn interest from fans of the original film as well as new audiences discovering the story for the first time.
For residents hoping to enjoy dinner and a show without the cost, the contest offers a low-effort way to enter. Those interested have until September 15 to like the post on Little Venice’s Facebook page for a chance to be randomly selected. The winner will find out just days before the show, giving them plenty of time to decide who will join them for the evening.
