Great Wine Capitals

Blended Art & Wine
2026-03-22 12:00 - 16:00 UTC
BLENDED returns to Havelock North in March 2026, bringing together local artists, wineries, and hospitality for an afternoon of creativity, flavour, and connection.
Stroll down Treachers Lane and discover pop-up art displays and live painting, alongside Hawke’s Bay’s finest wine, food, and music. It’s a celebration of local talent and the perfect way to spend one of the last Sundays of summer.
Enjoy art in the open air, taste wines from some of Hawke’s Bay’s top producers, and unwind with delicious bites and live entertainment throughout the day.
This year’s participating local venues include:
Giants Public House (with Gina’s Kitchen), The Loading Ramp, Rose & Shamrock Village Inn, Bellatino’s Food Lovers Market and Smith & Sheth.
Lots more wineries, vendors and entertainment to be announced.
Pre-purchase your glass & tokens to skip the queue and get straight to the fun. Walk-up sales will be available on the day, if not sold out prior.
Ticketing options are: Free entry event

National Wine Harvest Festival Main Celebration
2026-03-07 20:00 - 23:30 UTC
Known as the “Acto Central,” this spectacular event combines music, dance, and visual artistry to honor the region’s winemaking tradition. Thousands gather to witness a vibrant stage performance featuring hundreds of artists, culminating in the election and coronation of the National Harvest Queen. The show ends with an impressive fireworks display that lights up the night sky, symbolizing the pride and joy of Mendoza’s wine culture.

Black Barn Vineyards Summer Concert series
2026-03-07 17:00 - 22:00 UTC
Enjoy the summer concert series at Black Barn Vineyards award-winning amphitheatre.

Saturday 7 March: Bic Runga

Bostock Wines Polo Event
2026-03-07 12:00 - 22:00 UTC
A weekend of polo and wine in a beautiful setting at the Bostock Grounds.
Experience the excitement of fast‑paced polo as New Zealand polo teams compete in action‑packed matches. Polo games are free to attend, making it the perfect Hawke’s Bay day out.
Saturday 7 March | 6.00pm – Bostock Cocktail Party
As the sun sets over the historic Bostock Wines estate, join us for an evening celebration featuring delicious canapés and a cash bar serving premium Bostock wines and cocktails
Tickets: $60.
Limited door sales available
An exciting weekend of polo, wine, and celebration—don’t miss it

Harvest Festival Concert
2026-03-04 21:00 - 23:30 UTC
The Fiesta de la Cosecha is an annual concert organized by the Fondo Vitivinícola Argentino, held in the vineyard located at the Mendoza International Airport. Since its inception in 2002, this unique event takes place among rows of Malbec vines and combines classical and popular music in a spectacular setting.

The concert features the Mendoza Philharmonic Orchestra and often includes collaborations with renowned popular artists performing symphonic arrangements. For example, in 2025, the iconic band Los Auténticos Decadentes joined the orchestra for a special performance.
Beyond its artistic value, the event has a strong social component: attendees are encouraged to donate food items such as powdered milk or long-life milk to support the Food Bank. Overall, the Fiesta de la Cosecha celebrates the grape harvest, promotes Mendoza’s wine culture, and offers an unforgettable musical experience in a truly distinctive venue.

Coonawarra Vintage Launch
2026-03-01

Napa Valley Marathon
2026-03-01
Following the famed Silverado Trail from Calistoga to Napa, our point to point marathon passes beautiful scenery, vineyards, and some of the most world-renowned wineries along the way. Established in 2019 and beginning from Conn Creek Winery on the Silverado Trail, our half marathon offers a fast, gorgeous tour through wine country. And don’t miss out on the Kiwanis Club of the Greater Napa Valley 5K, a quick out-and-back from the main finish line. With three speedy courses lined with stunning vineyard scenery to choose from, there’s a race for runners and walkers of every ability!

Haro Wine Carnival 2025 invites you to experience “The Festival of Light”
2026-02-28

Essência do Vinho - Porto
2026-02-26 18:30 - 2026-03-01 21:00 UTC
Essência do Vinho – Porto 2026 will take place from February 26 to March 1, 2026, at the Palácio da Bolsa in Porto, as part of Wine & Travel Week. The event will bring together hundreds of producers, thousands of wines available for tasting, the TOP 10 Portuguese Wines competition, and exclusive tasting experiences in an event that is a benchmark for wine tourism in Portugal and Europe.
Dates: February 26 to March 1, 2026
Location: Palácio da Bolsa, Porto
What to Expect
Producers: Around 400 national and international producers
Wines: Over 4,000 wines available for complimentary tasting
Highlights: Guided tastings, the Revista de Vinhos’ TOP 10 Portuguese Wines awards ceremony, and integration with Wine & Travel Week, an event dedicated to wine tourism in Portugal

Bridge Pa Sculpture Trail
2026-02-26 08:00 - 2026-03-22 17:00 UTC
Set among the vineyard landscape of Paritua, the Bridge Pa Sculpture Trail brings outdoor sculpture together with Hawke’s Bay wine and open summer spaces.
Explore a curated trail of almost 30 artworks by some of New Zealand’s leading sculptors positioned across the lawns, vines and streamside paths of this working winery. Stop in at the cellar door for a tasting, enjoy a glass on the lawn, or settle in with a picnic or a build-your-own Paritua platter as part of the experience.
At just $15 per person, the Sculpture Trail offers an accessible way to enjoy outdoor art in a beautiful vineyard setting with wine tastings, glasses and platters available to purchase on site.
Children 12 and under are welcome and attend by koha (please book a ticket for each child, with a maximum of two children per paying adult).
The Bridge Pa Sculpture Trail runs from 26 February to 22 March 2026.

Casablanca Valley's Heritage Fair: Quintay, Tunquén and El Batro
2026-02-21 12:00 - 21:00 UTC
An event where tourists can enjoy live music, local gastronomy, handicrafts, and various family-friendly activities, in the coastal side of the Casablanca Valley.

Adelaide Fringe Festival
2026-02-20 - 2026-03-22

ArtDeco Festival Napier
2026-02-19 08:00 - 2026-02-22 17:00 UTC
New Zealand’s Art Deco capital, Napier, celebrates its annual festival in February with more than 200 events, including entertainment experiences, outdoor concerts, vintage car parades, fashion shows, wine and food experiences and so much more!

Wine & Travel Week
2026-02-19 - 2026-02-25
Wine & Travel Week is an innovative event dedicated to promoting global wine tourism, bringing together influential professionals and decision-makers from around the world.

Rose Monday parade
2026-02-16
One of Germany’s most traditional carnival celebrations with street and pub festivities across Mainz and the region. The undisputed highlight is the famous Rose Monday parade.

Te Awanga Wine Festival
2026-02-14 10:30 - 17:30 UTC
Here’s what you can look forward to:
🍷 7 Wineries
🍸 2 Gin Distilleries
🍴 Local Eats
🎶 Live Music
✨ Pop-ups + surprises!

Black Barn Vineyards Summer Concert series
2026-02-13 17:00 - 22:00 UTC
Enjoy the summer concert series at Black Barn Vineyards award-winning amphitheatre.

Friday 13 February: Carl Cox

Wine Paris 2026
2026-02-09 - 2026-02-11
The international wine expo that’s shaping the industry
This year’s refreshed format hosts Wine Paris, Be Spirits Paris and Be No Paris as three co-events at Paris Expo, Porte de Versailles, for professionals to target wine and spirits, as well as no-alcohol alternatives in their own dedicated, yet complementary spaces.
Wine Paris 2026 is empowering a community of forward-thinking brands and experts to shape the future of the industry.

16th International Conference of the Academy of Wine Business Research
2026-02-03 - 2026-02-06

Amarone Opera Prima
2026-01-31 16:00 - 2026-02-01 17:00 UTC
The most important event dedicated to Amarone della Valpolicella is scheduled to take place in Verona on Saturday, January 31 and Sunday, February 1, 2026, at the Gallerie Mercatali of Veronafiere. A unique opportunity to discover and taste the 2021 vintage of Amarone della Valpolicella, along with a selected vintage presented by each producer. This event is is an academic and sensory exploration of the appassimento technique – the unique process of drying grapes on bamboo racks for months to concentrate sugar, tannins, and soul. The tastings will be accompanied by delicious culinary offerings inspired by local tradition.

Cellar Door Fest
2026-01-30 - 2026-02-01

Yountville International Short Film Festival
2026-01-29 08:00 - 2026-02-01 17:00 UTC
Celebrate cinema January 29–February 1, 2026, with world-class short films and exclusive wine events hosted by Yountville wineries. The festival takes place in Yountville, located in the heart of Napa Valley, a world-renowned destination celebrated for its exceptional wines, culinary excellence, and vibrant arts scene. Set against the valley’s scenic vineyards and charming town centers, the location offers an intimate and inspiring backdrop for a celebration of cinema. Guests can enjoy film screenings alongside curated wine experiences from Yountville wineries, making the festival a uniquely Napa Valley event.

Agrovina Martigny Switzerland
2026-01-27 - 2026-01-29
The international event for all professionals in the fields of oenology, viticulture and arboriculture.

Global Wine Tourism Report 2025: First Full Presentation Webinar
2026-01-26 18:00 - 19:00 (Europe/Paris)
A full presentation of the Global Wine Tourism Report 2025 is offered in a dedicated webinar – the first opportunity for the international wine tourism community to explore the complete results of this landmark study. As the most comprehensive global survey ever conducted in the field, with input from 1,310 wineries across 47 countries, the report provides an unprecedented overview of the current state of wine tourism and the trends shaping its future.

Napa Lighted Art Festival
2026-01-17 17:00 - 2026-02-15 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Bring the family and experience the magic of lighted art at the 2026 Napa Lighted Art Festival!
The Napa Lighted Art Festival is a celebration of creative arts, technology and lights, and supports innovative techniques using light and light technologies as a growing art medium.
This walkable outdoor experience is FREE in Downtown Napa featuring 15 lighted art installations for 5 weeks from January 17 – February 15, 2026. Projection artwork will be displayed on three iconic downtown buildings for the first 9 nights of the festival.

Bridge Pa Wine Festival
2026-01-17 10:30 - 17:00 UTC
Join us for the 12th Annual Bridge Pa Wine Festival 2026 hosted by the wineries of the Bridge Pa Triangle Wine District, Hawkes Bay, on Saturday 17th January 2026. Venues open at 10:30am and the festival closes at 5:00pm.

Black Barn Vineyards Summer Concert series
2026-01-16 17:00 - 22:00 UTC
Enjoy the summer concert series at Black Barn Vineyards award-winning amphitheatre.

Friday 16 January: Th’ Dudes, Mockers & Stellar

Napa Truffle Festival
2026-01-16 08:00 - 2026-01-19 17:00 UTC
Experience the magic of truffles while savoring some of the finest truffle cuisine in the world paired with magnificent wines amidst the splendor of world-class Napa wineries. Learn firsthand how to work and cook with truffles from the best Michelin star / master chefs. Explore a working truffle orchard, see where and how truffles are harvested, and meet the trained truffle dogs who find them (petting allowed).

McLaren Vale Summer Vines
2026-01-16 - 2026-01-26

Coonawarra Vignerons Cup
2026-01-16
