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Le Creuset is famous for its equally stylish and functional cookware, but it often comes at a pretty high price (though fans will tell you it's worth it for its durability). Every so often, however, the brand hosts a Factory to Table Sale, an in-person event featuring "exclusive discounts" on a wide range of the brand's products and the chance to score a mystery box of items.

And the brand has announced the dates for its next event! From Sept. 12 to 15, the Le Creuset Factory to Table Sale will be held in Miami, Florida. Like previous events, it will feature exclusive discounts and, yes, opportunities to score the coveted mystery boxes, too.

Below, we're sharing everything you need to know about the event and the sought-after mystery boxes.

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The upcoming Factory to Table Sale will take place at the Fair Expo Center in Miami, Florida from Thursday, Sept. 12 to Sunday, Sept. 15. Tickets can be purchased here starting at 12 p.m. ET on July 15.

The previous Factory to Table Sale happened in the Washington D.C. area in June. Following the sale, videos of people unboxing their mystery boxes — unmarked boxes that contain various Le Creuset products (up to $350 worth, according to the brand) — have gone mega-viral with individual videos racking up hundreds of thousands of views each. Tickets for the event sold out in "record time," according to the brand, and tickets for the Miami sale will also likely sell out quickly.

As for how the locations are chosen, Le Creuset’s senior director of marketing communications, Nate Collier tells Shop TODAY that it originally started in areas where Le Creuset had minimal outlet stores or partner retailers, but as the event continues to grow, their strategy has had to shift. "We're now having to balance it with finding venues that are big enough to fit the product in, that are available in the timeframes that we want to do. The main thing now is that we're not going to repeat cities. And so we're trying to find new and different places to go to."

Le Creuset typically holds multiple Factory to Table Sales across the U.S. every year, with 2023 events taking place in Phoenix, Philadelphia and Minneapolis.

According to the Le Creuset website, at these events, you can shop items for up to 60% off their regular retail prices. The brand has an array of products and colors available at the sale and it says that items are restocked continually throughout the event, for those who come on a later day or time.

"We've got something for everybody," Collier says about the event. "We've got something for the collector that has everything here that they've never seen before. And we've also got deals on core products that somebody first coming into the brand feels more comfortable about taking the plunge to become a Le Creuset user."

During past Factory to Table Sales, the brand offered shoppers the chance to score a mystery box of the brand's merchandise (up to $350 worth) for $50. On social media, shoppers then shared unboxing videos showing off their hauls, which have included a mix of around three to seven products, ranging from the beloved Dutch ovens to casserole dishes, pans, stock pots and more.

Mystery boxes are only available during VIP sessions. During the most recent event, the session was held on the first day and cost $25 for a ticket (normal tickets were $10). Mystery boxes are limited to one per ticketholder and you have to be present to purchase it, so unfortunately you can’t stock up or buy for others.

"Our Factory to Table events offer a unique experience, allowing attendees to browse our assortment in person, discover exclusive deals and special pieces, and connect with both the brand and fellow Le Creuset enthusiasts," Collier previously shared in an email. "The introduction of our mystery boxes adds an extra layer of engagement to our special early sessions, offering an element of surprise and excitement."

While Collier shares that he would love to be able to bring the mystery boxes online for those who can't attend the in-person events, it likely won't happen (at least not in their current form).

For those who can't make the sale, there are still other opportunities to get steep discounts on your favorite products from the brand. "We do have an online version of the sale and it is branded as an FTT online event," Collier says. "[It's] typically during the summer months, we've bounced between July and August for those."

But, he shares that the product selection and deals are not quite the same. And for the deepest discounts, you'll probably have to make your way to one of the in-person events. "We do offer comparable things online," he shares. "The discounts, while not as deep will be very good and similar, it just won't be on the same breadth of assortment of products, specifically, from a color and a capacity standpoint."

In case you have product envy after seeing everyone's Le Creuset hauls, we're sharing some of the brand's bestselling items that are worth adding to your kitchen (and some are even on sale right now).

Le Creuset Mini Round Cocotte

What we like

• Multi-purpose
• Many colors available

Something to note

• Single serve

This mini cocotte not only looks super cute, but it's also the perfect size for making individual pot pies, single-serving cobblers, roasted garlic and more. The interior is designed to be nonstick so you can easily get food out once its done cooking.

Le Creuset Grill Pan Brush

What we like

• Durable bristles
• Dishwasher safe

Something to note

• Best for grill pans

Keep your grill pans in tip-top shape with this grill brush. According to the brand, the nylon bristles are designed to gently remove food debris without ruining your cast iron pans.

Le Creuset Cast Iron Cleaner

What we like

• Preserves cookware
• Lasts a while

Something to note

• Does not remove all stains

This cleaning must-have can remove stains and debris from your expensive cookware, says the brand. And that's not all, it also helps enhance the shine to keep the enamel looking new.

Le Creuset Straight Wall Ramekin

What we like

• Oven safe up to 500°F
• Resistant to chips

Something to note

• Small size

Senior editor Jess Bender loves these Ramekin bowls for a variety of dishes and spices. They're made of "premium stoneware" and can withstand heat up to 500 degrees, says the brand.

"Beyond having a 10-year warranty to back them up, I love how they’re the perfect size for mise en placing spices and herbs, making one-person marinades and dressings and baking up single-serve microwave cakes," says Bender.

Le Creuset Herb Planter

What we like

• Water tray
• Dishwasher-safe

Something to note

• Made for small plants, herbs

The brand doesn't just sell kitchenware, they also offer these planters for your herbs, house plants or flowers. Deputy editorial director Ali Deabler recently bought one for her home and she says she is very excited about it.

Le Creuset Pinch Bowls

What we like

• 6 bowls
• Nonstick glazed surface

Something to note

• Small, only for spices

Master the art of the mise en place and keep all your ingredients and spices in reach with these pinch bowls. When you're done cooking, you can also use the bowls to serve appetizers, condiments, salad dressings and more.

Le Creuset Demi Kettle

What we like

• Easy to clean
• Good heat retention

Something to note

• Heavy when full

Bender says she's owned one since college and it's stayed in "relatively good shape" and is nice enough to keep on her stovetop when not in use.

"It does an incredible job boiling water quickly and it’s able to retain heat for a decent amount of time (which is great for whenever I forget that I’m making tea)," says Bender.

Le Creuset Salt and Pepper Mill Set

What we like

• Can customize grind
• Resistant to moisture, grease

Something to note

• Wipe clean

These salt and pepper mills are designed with the same colorful enamel as the cookware, making them the perfect-yet-functional display piece for your kitchen. According to the brand, it even features an adjustable grinder for peppercorns and salt.

Le Creuset Signature Round Wide Oven

What we like

• Large size
• Requires no seasoning

Something to note

• Can get heavy

Whether your recipe calls for baking, roasting or frying, you can do that and more in this wide oven. The brand says that the wide base makes it ideal for browning meat or vegetables without crowding.

Le Creuset Round Dutch Oven

What we like

• Tight-fitting lid
• Lighter than others

Something to note

• May chip over time

If you only know Le Creuset for one thing, it’s likely their Dutch oven. It’s said to have “exceptional” heat retention to lock in moisture and flavor, whether you’re slow-cooking meats or making bread. There are tons of sizes and colors available, with prices ranging from $260 for a two-quart option to $625 for an extra-large 13-and-a-quarter quart option. 

Associate editor Shannon Garlin was recently gifted one and says it's really stepped up her cooking game. "I've been getting so much use out of this Dutch oven. I've cooked soups, lasagnas, chicken; it's really helped make meal prep easy!" she says.

Bender is also a fan. "This was my first big purchase after I secured my first 'adult' job post-college and it’s been with me through every significant milestone ever since. I pretty much cook the vast majority of my ambitious Sunday dinners with this since its enameled cast-iron material and generous heat distribution does a beautiful job braising, caramelizing, roasting, frying and just about everything else in between. While it is heavy by design, its handles are easy to navigate (and it looks really good on your stovetop if you don’t feel like storing it after every use)."

Le Creuset Signature Everyday Pan

What we like

• Versatile
• Easy to clean

Something to note

• Food may stick

Like many of the brand's products, this "everyday" pan is made to be suitable for all stovetops and oven-safe up to 500 F, so you can sear foods on the stove and then finish them up in the oven. While the brand recommends hand washing the pan, it is dishwasher-safe if you're in a pinch.

Le Creuset Signature Cassadou

What we like

• Made for all stovetops
• Range of colors available

Something to note

• Heavy when full

Le Creuset's Signature Cassadou was inspired by Provencal hunters and the stews they would prepare with their fresh catch, so it's the perfect choice for hefty soups and one-pot meals.

One shopper called it the "best pot I’ve ever owned," adding that it "works well for everything from soups to sauteeing. Things tend not to stick to or burn the bottom of the pan. Heat is evenly distributed and the size makes it very versatile for cooking many different things."

Le Creuset Traditional Skillet

What we like

• "Exceptional" heat retention
• Dishwasher-safe

Something to note

• Not non-stick

Unlike raw cast-iron pans, the surface of this skillet is finished with a black satin enamel to eliminate the need for regular seasoning. According to the brand, it's also the "lightest weight cast iron by quart on the market."

Le Creuset Stockpot

What we like

• Easy to clean
• High sides

Something to note

• Steel chips easily

This stockpot is made with lightweight carbon steel, so water boils quickly, the brand says. Plus, it's available in a range of colors and sizes to suit your needs.

"I’ve used this to make chicken soup, mushroom soup, borscht, all the soups! A major thing to note is that the enamel coating makes it super easy to clean and maintain," says social media video producer, Anita Chomenko, who has had hers for years.

The Shop TODAY team pulled products from bestsellers reported by Le Creuset, favorites used and loved by our editors and trending budget finds under $50.

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