It’s almost time for the Michiana Wine Festival. Are you ready? Use the 2025 map to plan your route through the park.
Visit 22 wineries and non-alcoholic Indiana Tea!
It’s almost time for the Michiana Wine Festival. Are you ready? Use the 2025 map to plan your route through the park.
Visit 22 wineries and non-alcoholic Indiana Tea!
It’s almost time for the Michiana Wine Festival. Are you ready? Use the 2024 map to plan your route through the park.
Visit 19 wineries and non-alcoholic Indiana Tea!
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FORT WAYNE, Ind. (APRIL 1, 2024) — The Michiana Wine Festival is back for another year of wine in downtown Fort Wayne! Returning for its eighth year on Saturday, April 27, the annual festival celebrates Indiana’s locally crafted wine, offering attendees the chance to sample and take home their favorite local wines, and maybe discover a few new favorites!
The festival will take place at Headwaters Park from 1-5 p.m., with a VIP experience beginning at noon and Very VIP guests admitted at 11 a.m. Wine-lovers will have the opportunity to sample blends from 19 wineries from across Indiana, including some of the Hoosier state’s favorite producers like Easley Winery and Winzerwald Winery (full list here). In addition to wine, the festival will also feature local food trucks, a spring craft market with more than 20 unique vendors, and local musicians playing live music throughout the day.
The Michiana Wine Festival is Fort Wayne’s only festival dedicated to wine, with the mission of introducing and promoting the rich variety of wineries across the state. The festival encourages the exploration of local wine, fostering a deeper appreciation for the state’s wine production and the agricultural heritage that supports it.
Tickets for the festival are on sale now and can be purchased online through the festival’s website at www.michianawinefestival.com. All tickets include a free souvenir wine glass. VIP tickets are $50 and have limited availability. General admission tickets are $30 in advance or $15 for designated driver tickets. Ticket prices increase $5 the day of the event.
The festival weekend kicks off with a 5K run on Friday, April 26, beginning at Headwaters Park and ending at Rudy’s Shop in downtown Fort Wayne. The Wine at the Line participants receive a tech t-shirt, finisher medal, glass of wine at the finish line and post-event block party with live music at Rudy’s. Race registration begins at 6:30 p.m. and the 5K starts at 7 p.m. A shuttle will be available for transportation from the finish line back to Headwaters Park until 9 p.m. Registration for the 5K is $35 per person while spots remain available.
The 8th Annual Michiana Wine Festival is sponsored by Fort Financial Credit Union, Sassie’s Sweets and Coffee Boutique, Mutton Party Rentals, Rudy’s Shop, Magic 95.1, Classic Hits 101.7 and 3Barrels Events.
As spring blossoms in Fort Wayne, so does the anticipation for the 2024 Michiana Wine Festival, a celebration that swirls together community, fun, and the finest wines Indiana has to offer. Behind the scenes, a dedicated crew of volunteers is essential to uncorking the festival’s success. This year, we’re calling on more than 60 people to to lend a hand and volunteer at the Michiana Wine Festival – we promise it’s one pour decision you won’t regret!
Volunteers are the backbone of the festival, ensuring every attendee’s experience is smooth and enjoyable. From guiding guests through the gates and checking IDs to make sure everyone is legal age to partake, to managing the flow of wine purchases in the VIP tent and helping serve Very VIPs in the outdoor lounge, volunteers are really the people who make the magic happen. Whether you’re a fan of the frontline action, like ticket scanning and ID checking, or prefer to support behind the scenes in the wine pickup tent or merchandise booths, there’s a role that fits your taste.
Volunteering isn’t just about giving your time; it’s about the rewarding experiences you gain, too. Not only do volunteers receive a FREE ticket to the festival, allowing them to explore the event after their shift, but they also have the chance to meet new friends, learn about the Indiana wine scene, and contribute to creating an unforgettable event.
Are you ready to blend fun, friendship, and philanthropy? The 2024 Michiana Wine Festival is calling for volunteers to help make this year’s event a vintage year. This is your chance to be part of Fort Wayne’s first toast of the season at Headwaters Park.
For those interested in volunteering, sign up now to make new friends, enjoy great wine, and help make the Michiana Wine Festival an event to remember.
Are you ready to embark on a spirited journey in the heart of downtown Fort Wayne? The 2024 Michiana Wine Festival promises to be the ultimate event for wine lovers and festival-goers alike. As we eagerly anticipate the FIRST festival of the season at Headwaters Park on Saturday, April 27, we have compiled the top five reasons to mark your calendars and get your tickets for the 8th Annual Festival:
There are SO many more reasons to attend – for instance, the live, local music you can enjoy while you sip and savor, or even VIP options with early entry and a special VIP gift.
General admission tickets are only $30 in advance (or $35 on the day), and every ticket includes a free souvenir wine glass, wine samples, access to the vendor market, live music, and food trucks. Designated Driver tickets come in at $10 in advance and $15 on the day, offering FREE non-alcoholic beverage options alongside the other festival benefits. For an elevated experience, VIP tickets provide early admission and exclusive perks.
For more details or to get your tickets to this must-attend event, click here.