Yorktown shares more than just history with our sister cities Zweibrücken and Port-Vendres. In a nod to both countries, you can sample Rieslings and Gewürztraminers from Germany and indulge bubbly from France—the only place where true champagne is created! Enjoy live music, great food from local restaurants, and the work of talented artisans. 

The Fifes and Drums of York Town will perform.

Admission includes Virginia Craft Beer Garden and Virginia's Finest Distilleries. 

Tickets:

• $35 on or before Aug. 30
• $40 after Sept. 1 & at the event

Purchase tickets here.

This is a closed-ticketed only event. Everyone must purchase a ticket to enter the event area. There will be a limited number of non-drinking tickets available this year. No outside food, drink, tables, tents, or umbrellas. Unopened bottled water and a small folding lawn chair will be permitted. Service pets only. Proceeds benefit York Foundation for Public Education, Sister Cities Yorktown, and other local nonprofits.

Wineries and Spirits Line-up 

(Subject to change.)

• Castle Glen Estates Winery
• Copper Fox Distillery
• Good Luck Cellars
• Grayhaven Winery
• Hampton Roads Winery
• Mattaponi Winery
• Notaviva Vineyards
• Rebec Vineyards
• Saude Creek Vineyards
• Virago Spirits
• Vintner's Cellar Winery of Yorktown
• Virginia Barhamsville
• Williamsburg Winery
• Zoll Vineyards
• French and German selections
• Domestic offerings

Beer Garden 

(Free samples are limited.)

• Tradition Persnickety Witch
• Tradition IPA
• Oozlefinch Lady
• Oozlefinch Boozy Soda
• New Realm Psycadelic Rabbit IPA
• New Realm Hazy Like A Fox
• Back Bay The Palm Gose
• Back Bay Apple Blossom
• Billsburg Classic Lager
• Billsburg Oktoberfest

Musical Entertainment: 

• 12:30 p.m. - Wonderland
• 3:30 p.m. - Brasswind

FAQs

• Will a limited number of Grand Tasting event tickets be sold for this event? Yes.
• Does every attendee have to purchase a ticket and need a wristband? Yes. We check all IDs at the entrances.
• Can I bring my own wine, beer, or other alcohol? No, ABC regulations forbid any outside alcohol from being brought in.
• Is outside food permitted? Only bottled water will be allowed.
• Are tables, coolers, tents, or large umbrellas allowed? No, only folding lawn or beach chairs will be allowed.
• How long can we taste? The tasting lasts until 5:30 pm. If you purchased an alcoholic beverage, you must be finished before 6 pm.
• Can I bring in my picnic basket? Not this year, but water is permitted. No coolers.
• Can I buy a glass/bottle of wine and drink it? Yes, if you have a ticket and an appropriate wristband.
• Can I buy a wine glass? No – We only give glasses out with an event ticket purchase.
• I broke my glass, can I get another one? There is a charge for replaced glasses, while supplies last.
• Can my younger children (under 13 years old) come in with me without charge? Yes, but this is not a kid-friendly event. Individuals 13 and up are required to purchase tickets, while supplies last.
• Can our designated driver come in without charge? They must purchase a non-drinking ticket.
• Can an extra person sit at our VIP table? We strictly enforce the number of people allowed in the VIP area. Since those tickets cost more, we want to ensure everyone is comfortable and enjoys the event. We also have to ensure that a chair from another table isn’t taken.
• Can I bring my pet in? No, this is not a pet-friendly event. Service animals are allowed. There are no water stations and the area can be crowded.
• Is food included in the ticket price? No, food must be purchased from the vendors of your choice.