Now in its 17th year,
this Festival has established itself as Michigan’s annual tasting event, measured by more than 1,200 wines, beers, ciders and spirits from around the world, along with creations from the area’s finest restaurants. From the connoisseur who lives and breathes for the finer things in life to the novice looking for an introduction to the world of food and spirits, this Festival will deliver a grand experience that is sure to please every palate.
Festival Schedule:
Tasting Session:
4:30 pm - 5:00 pm: Caviar Trio: Sparkling Wine, Caviar & Wine Chips - Ray Isle at The Vineyard: Wine
4:30 pm - 5:00 pm: Scotch: Not Your Grandparents’ Tipple - Rob Hanks at The Vineyard: Spirits
4:30 pm - 5:00 pm: The Journey to Long Drink - Ere Partanen at Beer City Station
5:30 pm - 6:00 pm: Caviar Trio: Sparkling Wine, Caviar & Wine Chips - Ray Isle at The Vineyard: Wine
5:30 pm - 6:00 pm: Michigan’s Spirited Agricultural Heritage - Nate Blury at The Vineyard: Spirits
5:30 pm - 6:00 pm: Exploring Barrel Aged Beers - John Gautraud at Beer City Station
Meijer Food Stage:
4:30 pm - 5:00 pm: Collaborative Cooking - AJ Shepler & Erica King
5:30 pm - 6:00 pm: Tasty Thai Flavors - Robert Strong
6:30 pm - 7:00 pm: Jamming with Jambalaya - Julie Ndjee
7:30 pm - 8:00 pm: Elevating Espresso Martinis - Gina Ferwerda
Music:
4 - 6 pm: The: Chris Corey Duo at The Grand Gallery Music Stage
6:15 - 8:30 pm: Dutcher Snedeker at The Grand Gallery Music Stage
6:30 - 8:30 pm: Fred Knapp Trio at The Vineyard Music Stage
6:30 - 8:30 pm: Jake and Jimmy Ban at Beer City Station Music Stage
Tickets
Single Day Admission (Fri/Sat): $25 per person
Tasting Tickets: $0.50 per credit
Pairing Dinners: $90-$100
VIP Night (Thursday): $150