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June 2016
2nd Annual Among the Stars Celebration
This event celebrates all things local, featuring wines made from grapes grown in the Shawnee Hills region. Indulge in a variety of experiences, including great wines, local artisans, live music, and more! Increase your knowledge and enjoyment of our appellation.
Find out more »Corkless Galena Wine Festival
A Festival Celebrating the Wines and Food of Northern Illinois and Beyond Elegant wines made from American hybrid grapes will be showcased in the afternoon and early evening. Selections of wines represent unique wines produced by ten family owned Northern Illinois Wineries. In addition to Wine Tastings, there will be an art exhibit, light snacks available, and live music. $20 admission includes entry, festival wine glass and 7 tasting tickets.
Find out more »February 2017
2017 Winter Wine Festival
COME SAMPLE ILLINOIS WINE AT THE WINTER WINE FESTIVAL! Purchase your tickets by February 23!! Order your tickets today! This event is open to the public and is a great opportunity to discover a large variety of Illinois wines, all in one relaxed setting. This is one of the few times throughout the year when our industry gets together in one place to share our best wines with the public! This is not a traditional wine festival! While really great wine…
Find out more »March 2017
Cheese – Not a Solo Act: A Shawnee Hills Wine Trail Event
Is there anything more classic than the perfect wine paired with the right cheese? Enjoy a fun-filled weekend of cheese infused dishes that showcase how cheese can play the perfect supporting role to award-winning wines. This progressive tasting along the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail is a great weekend to explore different types of cheeses with different styles of Illinois wine. How it Works: Pre-purchase your ticket online and select your starting point. The first winery that you visit will…
Find out more »May 2017
Wine on The Fox Festival
Don’t miss this opportunity to sample award-winning Illinois wines from 14 Illinois wineries while enjoying live entertainment and delicious local fare. Saturday, May 6, 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. Sunday, May 7, Noon – 6 p.m. Free & Open to the Public. Wine Tasting is $15 per day for a souvenir wine glass, a wristband and 5 tasting tickets. An Advanced Two-Day Pass may be purchased for $25 at Oswego Village Hall and includes 1 souvenir wine glass and 20…
Find out more »June 2017
Uncork Urbana
Uncork Urbana Wine festival celebrates the diverse and delicious wines that the state of Illinois has to offer. Illinois wine-lovers can enjoy an afternoon/evening of wine tasting, live music, and food. Where: Main & Race Streets in downtown Urbana When: Saturday, June 17, 1 - 9 pm
Find out more »September 2017
Wine Garden at the Du Quoin State Fair
Join us at the Wine Garden during the Du Quoin State Fair, September 2-3, where you can taste wines from several Illinois wineries. Wine garden hours are noon – 7 pm on Saturday and noon – 4 pm on Sunday.
Find out more »The Great River Grape Escape
A celebration of Illinois wine, food and music! This annual wine festival, located along the scenic Quincy riverfront, will be held this year on Saturday, September 23 from noon - 7 pm and on Sunday, September 24 from noon - 5 pm. Participating Wineries: Coming soon!
Find out more »October 2017
Halloween Illinois Wine & Ethnic Food Festival
SPECIAL UPDATE: Due to inclement weather in the forecast, we are happy to announce we are moving the event indoors to The Shed (at the Illinois State Fairgrounds). Seating is limited so remember that advance ticket holders get in an hour early (both days) to begin enjoying the festival. To order your advance tickets, go to https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/3052595 ** ONLINE ADVANCE TICKET SALES CLOSE ON FRIDAY, OCTOBER 27, AT NOON ** Join us for our first annual Halloween Illinois Wine & Ethnic Foods Festival…
Find out more »February 2018
2018 Winter Wine Festival
2018 Winter Wine Festival - February 23, 7-10 pm Crowne Plaza 3000 s. Dirksen Pkwy Springfield, IL COME SAMPLE ILLINOIS WINE AT THE WINTER WINE FESTIVAL! Please join us, taste Illinois wine, listen to great music, and get a glimpse behind the curtain to re-discover this amazing industry, and the people that work diligently to put great wine in your glass! This is not a traditional wine festival! While really great wine is assured, this is one of the few opportunities…
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