ABOUT
Join us for the Sarasota Wine Festival on Saturday, March 22, 2025 at Selby Five Points Park in Downtown Sarasota. This is your chance to sample wines from around the world, taste fine spirits, enjoy live music, indulge in food from local food trucks, shop lifestyle vendors, attend expert-led tasting seminars and so much more! Gather your friends and experience an unforgettable day of wine, food, and fun at the Sarasota Wine Festival!
Start: Saturday, March 22, 2025 5:00PMEnd: Saturday, March 22, 2025 10:00PM
FREE to attend to listen to live music, browse our local vendors, and purchase some great food from our assortment of food trucks. Want to Sip & Savor? A ticket is required to participate in the wine experience. Two ticket levels are available: General Admission Ticket gets you wine tastings from unique vineyards from around the world, a souvenir wine glass, tote bag, food truck voucher*, craft cocktail samples, and freebees. Tastings from 6-9PM. $125 VIP Ticket gets you everything above PLUS exclusive access one hour before general admission, private lounge area, private bathrooms, special wines, access to sommelier, heavy hors d'oeuvres, and swag bag. There are a limited number of VIP tickets available. Tasting access one hour early - from 5-9PM. $250 Tickets are non-transferable. Valid for date on ticket only. Must present e-ticket along with valid ID at check-in booth to receive souvenir glass and wristband. Must purchase ticket for access to wine vendors! Drink Responsibly. Do not drink and drive. *fixed entree of vendor's choice.
FREE to attend to listen to live music, browse our local vendors, and purchase some great food from our assortment of food trucks. Want to Sip & Savor? A ticket is required to participate in the wine experience. Two ticket levels are available: General Admission Ticket gets you wine tastings from unique vineyards from around the world, a souvenir wine glass, tote bag, food truck voucher*, craft cocktail samples, and freebees. Tastings from 6-9PM. $125 VIP Ticket gets you everything above PLUS exclusive access one hour before general admission, private lounge area, private bathrooms, special wines, access to sommelier, heavy hors d'oeuvres, and swag bag. There are a limited number of VIP tickets available. Tasting access one hour early - from 5-9PM. $250 Tickets are non-transferable. Valid for date on ticket only. Must present e-ticket along with valid ID at check-in booth to receive souvenir glass and wristband. Must purchase ticket for access to wine vendors! Drink Responsibly. Do not drink and drive. *fixed entree of vendor's choice.
MISSION
Our mission is to create an immersive and joyful wine festival experience that not only celebrates the artistry of winemaking but also serves as a catalyst for positive change in our community. We are dedicated to blending the richness of wine culture with the pursuit of education, creating a community-oriented celebration that not only tantalizes the senses but also opens doors to brighter futures for our community.
The Sarasota Wine Festival is proud to partner with the Women's Resource Center of Sarasota County, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides critical programming to individuals in Manatee & Sarasota Counties. Their programs include Mental Health & Wellness initiatives, resource counseling, financial and legal consultations, life skills coaching, career guidance, and scholarships for education. This year the festival will highlight local women entrepreneurs and women owned businesses.
FEATURING
Unique vineyards and wines from around the world
Live Entertaiment
Wine Seminars from Sommelier, Brent Schneider
Food Trucks
Opportunity to Vote for your Favorite Wine
VIP and Sponsorship Opportunities