Saturday Wine Festival in the Park
Saturday, September 17, 2011 • 10:30 am - 5:00 pm • Riverbend Park, Palisade, Colorado
Events in the Park
A celebration of food and wine featuring the participation of 56 wineries and their winemakers, this festival features the best venue to learn about and taste how Colorado’s wine scene has matured over the past 19 years. Meet winemakers, cheese makers, peach growers, painters, ice carvers, chefs, and Bacchus; and feel what it’s like to stomp grapes. A specially designated tent to store your wine purchases will be available.
Saturday Wine Festival in the Park Events:
Grape Stomp, Live Music, Chef Demonstrations, Winery Tastings, Food and Art Vendors
VIP First Class Pass, Riedel Wine Tasting, Food and Wine Paring
Click here to view the Vendor and Winery Map for the Saturday Festival in the Park!
Best of Fest
Free – Pick up judging results from the professional winemaking competition at the C.A.V.E. retail booth. You can taste and buy winning wines at the winery booths. Sponsored by Moody-Valley Insurance Agency.
Live Music
If you like funk, if you like rockin' jazz, if you like to groove--get ready for a fun musical journey! Fun music and the perfect compliment to a lively atmosphere, beautiful scenery and great Colorado wines!
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MATTHEW MOON 10:30AM-1PM |
DOTSERO 2:00PM-5PM |
Chef Demonstrations
The Colorado Mountain Winefest brings two of the best to headline the chef demonstrations. From SALT, a true bistro-style neighborhood restaurant in Boulder, Colorado, Executive Chef Kevin Kidd and Beverage Manager Evan Faber will demonstrate the best in Colorado food and wine pairings. Event attendees will learn how to make the best fresh and local pairings from these advocates of Colorado-grown food and wine.
2011 Fesitval Chefs:
Wayne Smith, CEC CCE, Assistant Technical Professor, Culinary Arts, Western Colorado Community College
Elise Wiggins, Executive Chef, Panzano
Chef Eddie Allen, Executive Chef, Ameristar, Casino, Hotel and Spa, Black Hawk
Chef Klaus Krebs, Executive Chef, Isle Casino and Hotel, Black Hawk
The VIP First Class Pass
Tickets are limited, VIP entry to the park, Close-in parking, Sumptuous, ever-changing buffet, Admission to comfortable tented area with plenty of seating, Reserved cabaret-style seating near Main Stage, Entry to the beverages and wine tasting, Protected wine storage, Concierge service – Click here to read more!
Picnic Box Lunch Available
$14, can be purchased in advance or at the front gate ticket office
The lunch includes: Sliced sausages/salami; Brie and Gouda cheeses; A bunch of grapes; Green salad with tomatoes, cucumbers, shredded carrots and dressing; Assorted olives; La brea dinner roll; Palisade peach streusel bar
Festival Rules and Regulations
- Non-drinker ticket holders may not consume wine in the park
- Wine served only to those aged 21 and over; IDs are required and will be checked at the gate
- Chairs are allowed, but NO STROLLERS, DOGS, TABLES or COOLERS
- Not responsible for lost or stolen tickets
- Photos will be taken throughout the day. All rights remain the ownership of Winefest and may be used for promotional material.
Location
Riverbend Park, Palisade Colorado – For directions and event maps, see our Plan Your Trip section.
Helpful information
- Wine will only be served to those 21 and older who have purchased an Adult ticket. ID is required and will be checked.
- Feel free to bring a lawn chair for your comfort.
- PLEASE – NO STROLLERS, DOGS, TABLES OR COOLERS are permitted in the park.
- Improperly parked cars will be ticketed.
- The Bike Corral is managed by the Center for Independence as a fundraiser for their recreation program for people with disabilities. A $5 donation per bike is suggested and receipts are available for your taxes. Thank you for your support.
- Book your hotel room now. Accommodations go quickly! See our Plan Your Trip section for lodging and accomodations!
