36 Years of Being the Best!
Thursday, April 13th – Sunday, April 16th | Friday 5-8 p.m. and Saturday 1-4 p.m. | The Village of Baytowne Wharf
Grab your friends and get ready to uncork some wine and fun in the sun in April at The Sandestin Wine Festival! Celebrating 36 years of being the best, the Sandestin Wine Festival is one of the most established and continuously running coastal wine festivals in the region as evidenced by its continued success; thousands know there’s no substitute for this coveted four-day event that takes place in the charming setting of The Village of Baytowne Wharf at Sandestin.
Regarded as one of the top wine festivals in the country, voted “Best Event” by Visit South Walton and known as the “Kentucky Derby of Wine Festivals,” the festival offers wine aficionados a wide range of experiences!
The main events, the Grand Wine Tastings, Friday, April 14th, 5-8 p.m., and Saturday, April 15th, 1-4 p.m., showcase more than 500 domestic and international wines throughout the weekend. You’ll enjoy the opportunity to talk to vineyard owners and wine makers about their favorite appellations in all varieties, styles and price ranges, and perhaps try something new. Treat yourself, family and friends to a gourmet experience courtesy of some of the best chefs on the Emerald Coast from your favorite local restaurants who pair delectable bite-sized appetizers with their current glass selections—the Savor South Walton experience! A festival favorite, the Bubbly & Boozy tent, returns to the Grand Sandestin Lawn, featuring bubbles and specialty liquors. Local and regional music also set the vibe for fun days of discovery.
All ranges of knowledge are encouraged to attend – wine novices to aficionados alike. Festival goers can learn more about wines and through tasting wines from a comprehensive selection from all major producing countries in all varieties, styles and price ranges. Guests are invited to find a favorite or several. Ticket holders also receive a beautiful Riedel glass etched to commemorate each year’s event for their tastings.
Wine novices are able to learn more about wines and sample from a comprehensive selection in all varieties, styles and price ranges. Wine aficionados enjoy meeting winemakers, asking detailed questions and acquiring hard to get selections. Everyone gets to enjoy the live music, interactive experiences at the Culinary tents, and shops and dining of the Village of Baytowne Wharf.
Featured event sponsored by Spa Lilianna at Hotel Effie—Seas The Day: Rejuvenate your body and mind with a special beachside yoga session complemented by the peaceful waves of the gulf and followed by mimosas to get in the spirit for a day of discovery at the Grand Tasting.
So, come on and join wine novices and connoisseurs to witness an event that has aged to perfection— just like a fine wine. Benefitting the Fisher House of the Emerald Coast and Sandestin Foundation for Kids, purchase your tickets at sandestinwinefestival.com.
Rain or Shine, we will have wine!
Spring has Sprung in Baytowne Wharf!
March Wednesday Night Concert Series
Wednesdays, March 8-29, 7-9 p.m.
Sit back and relax as you take in the cool crisp air and enjoy live entertainment. This concert series features both local and regional talent from a variety of genres. Concerts begin at 7 p.m. on the Events Plaza Stage each Wednesday!
March 8: Boukou Groove
March 15: Cadillac Willy
March 22: Six Piece Suits
March 29: Modern Eldorados
Bubbly Baytowne
Thursday, March 16, 5-7 p.m.
Join The Village of Baytowne Wharf for an evening full of FREE champagne and shopping during its Bubbly Baytowne. Sip and Shop through the village streets! Stop in various retail merchants as you enjoy a selection of premium champagnes.
* This event is free and for 21 and up only. The Village will be open to the public during this event.
St. Paddy’s Day Delight–Paint the Village Green!
Friday, March 17th, 6-9 p.m.
Celebrate the Luck of the Irish at The Village of Baytowne Wharf on Friday, March 17th from 6-9 p.m. featuring Carpenter Academy of Irish Dance and Live Music from Shenanigans!
Scallywag Sunday
Sundays, March 19th – April 2nd, 7-9 p.m.
Join the magic, music and mayhem! Watch as featured pirate Captain Davy takes you on an adventure with two magic shows on stage at 7 and 8 p.m.!
Movie Monday
Mondays, March 20th – April 3rd, 7:15 p.m.
Grab a lawn chair or blanket and cozy up on the Events Plaza Lawn for a featured film.
March 20 | Minions: The Rise of Gru
March 27 | Encanto
April 3 | Hop
Boomin’ Tuesday
Tuesdays, March 21 – April 4 | 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Enjoy singing and dancing with DJ Mike Whitty in the Events Plaza from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Then watch as we light up the night sky with a breath-taking fireworks show over the Lagoon at 8:30 p.m.
Fly Guy Thursday
Thursdays, March 23rd – April 6th, 6:30 and 8:30 p.m.
Enjoy shows from fly-board extraordinaire Ben Merrell over the lagoon! Watch as he soars to the sky and makes waves at Baytowne Wharf.
The Farmers Market at Baytowne Wharf
Come shop with local farmers and bakers on Saturdays and Sundays for local fresh seafood and gourmet beef, local honey, fresh pressed juices and much more all year long from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
All March Baytowne Wharf events are FREE to attend.
And, don’t forget to tune in on Beach TV to watch all that’s going on in The Village of Baytowne Wharf LIVE—each day all year long!
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