Washington Wine Country Calendar of Events
 

Washington Wine Country
Calendar of Events
(Last updated: 05/08/2008 )

Click on the map below for details of events in the wine region of your choice.
You can also check for wine events outside official Appellations.


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Puget Sound/Seattle Area                Woodinville 

 Yakima Valley & Rattlesnake Hills      Red Mountain     Horse Heaven Hills

Tri Cities/Columbia Valley        Walla Walla Valley

Columbia Gorge      Spokane Area

North Central Washington & Chelan Valley Wine Region

Wine Events Outside official Northwest Wine-Regions



 

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Wine Events Outside Northwest Wine Regions...
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May 16 "Live At The Cellar" at Cave B Estate Winery.  Enjoy great music and wine in an intimate setting.  With an easy style and warm stage presence, singer/songwriter T.J. Sherrill has been a favorite at such Seattle venues as the Triple Door and Experience Music Project.  For more information, call (509) 785-3500

Cave B Estate Winery

348 Silica Road
Quincy

May 31 Saint Laurent Winery “Lucky White” Release Party There is a new way to get Lucky at Saint Laurent! Building on the popularity of its award-winning 2004 Lucky Red, Saint Laurent Winery is proud to announce its 2005 Lucky White. The Saturday night release party at the winery includes Lucky tastings, a live performance from local band Night Heart and delicious appetizers.  For more information call 509-888-WINE

Saint Laurent Wine Making Facility
9224 Road "S" N.W.
Quincy

June 20 "Live At The Cellar" at Cave B Estate Winery.  The second musical performance in our dynamic Cellar is pop/folk musical band The Bradfords. Frequent performers in Seattle and Spokane , the band—formerly called The Side Project—will rock the Cellar while the Cave B wine flows. A perfect Friday night event for those 21 and over.  For more information, call (509) 785-3500

Cave B Estate Winery

348 Silica Road
Quincy

 

Select Days in August Saint Laurent Winery Summer Concert Series.  What better way to enjoy your summer evenings.  Four live performances where music and wine lovers can sip vino and dine al fresco in the gardens overlooking the Columbia River.

 

      August 2  Slack Daddy  Wenatchee's own classic rock and blues band. Always a local favorite.  Sold out last summer!

 

      August 9  The Fiasco   A popular acoustic trio created from the trenches of Seattle, The Fiasco has been compared to the likes of Marvin Gaye, The Police, and Ben Harper. The band lives by the slogan ‘no rehearsal, no discussion’.

 

      August 19  Becki Sue And Her Big Rockin' Daddies  Known as the Pacific Northwest’s premier high-energy, hip-shakin’ blues band, Becki Sue and Her Big Rockin’ Daddies is knockin’ ‘em dead everywhere with their onstage antics and ferocious blues chops.

 

      August 23  JR Cadillac  Rhythm and blues fans will enjoy the tunes of JR Cadillac, one of Seattle’s most respected bands that has been filling the Northwest with good time rock ‘n roll dance music for three decades

For more information call 509-888-WINE.

Saint Laurent Wine Making Facility
9224 Road "S" N.W.
Quincy

November 6-9 Yoga and Wine at Cave B Estate Winery.  Join Angela Gargano for a weekend of flowing yoga, amazing wine, great music and gourmet food at Cave B Inn at SageCliffe. Let the practice of yoga bring you into the present moment and help you to fully appreciate and experience all that wine country has to offer!  For more information, call (509) 785-3500

Cave B Estate Winery

348 Silica Road
Quincy

 

Seattle-Area and Puget Sound
Wine Region Events

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May 10 Careers in Wine Symposium.  a daylong event exploring career paths and opportunities in the wine industry.   Panelists and attendees will examine various aspects of the wine trade and the opportunities available in this growing profession.

Panelists, representing many of Washington's top wine professionals, will discuss their personal experiences and make suggestions for those just beginning their careers. Selected panelists include: Cyril Frechier of Campagne, Karen Graf of Brian Carter Cellars, Lucas St. Claire of Triage Wines, Linda Conklin of Columbia Winery, author and columnist Braiden Rex-Johnson, and Hilary Sjolund of Distefano Winery.  For more information contact The Wine and Spirit Archive www.wineandspiritarchive.com
503-764-7698

Northwest Wine Academy at South Seattle Community College, 6000 16th Avenue SW

Seattle

May 14
Sip For A Cure. Join us for this 3rd annual event featuring BOTH local Breweries AND Wineries!  “Sip for A Cure, a Wine, Beer, & BBQ Tasting Festival” is a fun evening of wine and beer tastings at this lovely waterfront venue, Shilshole Bay Beach Club (near Ray's Boathouse).  Feast on a plate of delicious BBQ from the Beach Club's outdoor grill.  Help raise money for the Expedition Inspiration’s Breast Cancer Research Fund!  Wines from the featured wineries will also be available for purchase after the tasting!  Funds raised at this fun evening event will support promising new research at The University of Washington/Seattle Cancer Care Alliance Women’s Cancer Clinic (www.seattlecca.org), under the leadership of Julie R. Gralow, MD, and the Expedition Inspiration Fund. Get your $45 tickets today before they sell out at www.expeditioninspiration.org. 6:30 - 9:00 pm
Shilshole Bay Beach Club 6413 Seaview Ave NW Seattle

 

May 21 The Seattle Area Chapter of Women For WineSense Welcomes Braiden Rex-Johnson.   Author of "PACIFIC NORTHWEST WINING AND DINING..."  Very much in demand, Braiden writes on wine and food pairing for Wine Press Northwest, and has been heard on National Public Radio and Sirius radio. She has made appearances on Food Network, The Travel Channel, and Seattle's Public Television station.  Pacific Northwest Wining and Dining has 88 recipes with wine pairings, and Braiden has worked with Steelhead Diner to create some of those dishes paired with wines for you to try. Please RSVP by May 18th. To RSVP and pay by credit card go to www.womenforwinesense.org then click on Event Calendar on the left. Click on our event and you will be taken to the registration section or call at 425 882-1621 to RSVP.

Steelhead Diner

95 Pine Street

Seattle

 

May 24 - 26 Olympic Peninsula Spring Barrel Tasting.  Visit all of the North Olympic Peninsula Wineries for our Spring Barrel Tasting Tour.  For more information visit http://www.olympicpeninsulawineries.org. Various Olympic Peninsula Wineries
May 24 - 26 Spring Release Weekend.  Join us for our "Tip & Sip" as we release our 2006/2007 wines: 2006 C'est Syrah Belle, 2006 C'est Syrah Beaux, 2006 C'est Syrah Magnifique, 2006 Sangiovese, 2007 Viognier & 2007 Roussanne. Enjoy live music on our patio while feasting on fresh basil steamer clams and artisan garlic French bread.  For more information call 360-426-5913 Walter Dacon Winery 
50 SE Skookum Inlet Rd 
Shelton
May 28

Alexandria Nicole Winemaker Dinner at 0/8 Seafood Grill.   Alexandria Nicole Cellars partners with Chef Dan Thiessen of 0/8 to create an unforgettable night of fine wine smartly paired with classic dishes. Winemaker Jarrod Boyle will be on hand, mingling with guests and discussing his wines. For more information call (425) 637-0808.

0/8 Seafood Grill and Twisted Cork Wine Bar, 900 Bellevue Way, Bellevue
May 29 - June 1

Culinary and Wine Showcase.  Venture to the Eastside and taste Washington's finest wines, experience culinary excellence. This seven-day event includes wine tasting, winemaker's dinners, cooking demonstrations and an outdoor grilling demo.

     May 29 – The Showcase: A Night of Perfect Pairing. Celebrate Seattle Magazine's 2008 Washington Wine Award winners! The evening will include award-winning wine tastings expertly paired with foods from the finest restaurants in Bellevue. Tickets are $50. The Westin Bellevue Grand Ballroom, Bellevue

      May 30 – Viking Cooking Stage.  Watch the accomplished chefs of Bellevue-area restaurants whip up some of their favorite dishes. Chef Dan Thiessen will be on stage from 7 to 7:30 p.m.  Admission is complimentary. Five tastes of Washington wines are available for $5.  Bellevue Square Center Court, Bellevue

       May 31   0/8 Seafood Grill Wine and Food Pairing.  Chef Dan Thiessen and Wine Director Michael Anderson will teach how to pair Washington wine and food with a guest wine expert. The event starts at 3 p.m. and costs $15.  0/8 Seafood Grill, 900 Bellevue Way, Ste. 100, Bellevue

        May 31 – Woman, Wine and Shopping: Dishing with Kathy Casey.  Kathy Casey is a pro when it comes to hosting a fantastic party. Learn how to create tasty cocktails, great menus, and festive decorations. The $35 admission includes chatting with Kathy, do-it-yourself tablescape design, Washington wines, tasty treats, and a swag bag. The event starts at 7 p.m.  The Westin Bellevue Grand Ballroom, Bellevue

        June 1 – How to Grill Like a Pro.  John Sarich, Culinary Director of Chateau Ste. Michelle, Jack Gilmore, Founding Corporate Executive Chef for Z'Tejas Southwestern Grill, and Dan Thiessen, Chef/Owner of 0/8 Seafood Grill will be showing guests some of the best grill techniques for the upcoming summer months. Admission is complimentary.  The event is from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.  Bellevue Square Fountain Court, Bellevue

To view a full schedule, or purchase tickets, visit www.bellevuecollection.com/event or call 425 454-8096.

Various Locations, Bellevue

 

 

May 31

Waterbrook Winery Winemaker Dinner at Maggiano's Little Italy.  Waterbrook Winery, which has been creating award-winning wines in the Walla Walla Valley since 1984, is teaming up with Bellevue's Maggiano's Little Italy to present a four-course wine dinner. Reception at 6 p.m.; dinner begins at 6:30 p.m. Reservations are required.  For more information call 425 519-6476.

Maggiano's Little Italy, 10455 N.E. Eighth St., Bellevue
June 21

Northwest Corks & Crush.  A benefit gala featuring selections of fine Washington wines for tasting and bidding, spectacular local cuisine, classic and unique automobiles, and extraordinary community members. Proceeds benefit Pediatric Services at Good Samaritan Hospital and The Puyallup Fair Scholarship Program. Join us in raising a glass to these great community programs. For more information, visit our website http://www.nwcorksandcrush.com or call 253-697-5090.

Showplex at Puyallup Fair & Events Center, Puyallup WA
July 12 - 20 Lavender Celebration Tour Of Wineries.  Enjoy the Sequim lavender fields in bloom and enhance your visit as you discover new hidden gems – award winning artisan wineries on the scenic North Olympic Peninsula. For more information visit http://www.olympicpeninsulawineries.org. Various Olympic Peninsula Wineries
July 18-20 Kirkland Uncorked Kirkland Uncorked is a festival of style and taste that celebrates wine, art, food, music and lifestyle benefiting Hope Heart Institute. Although the main activities will happen in Marina Park, Kirkland Uncorked is a celebration of all Kirkland has to offer. Kirkland Marina Park and Downtown Kirkland
5811 Lake Washington Blvd NE
July 18 - 20 Squim Lavender Festival Wine Garden & Street Fair.  Come to the wine garden after meandering through the street fair and relax!  Lavender, lavender products and more.  Art and natural crafts. Music and food.  All abound at the Street Fair, plus agricultural products from the farmers of the Olympic Peninsula!  Friday - Saturday, 9am - 7pm; Sunday, 9am to 6pm. For more information visit http://www.lavenderfestival.com/street-fair/index.html. Squim, WA
Oct 11 - 12 Dungeness Crab & Seafood Festival Tour Of Wineries.  The Dungeness Crab & Seafood Festival along with the Olympic Peninsula Enological society celebrates the harvest season with the opportunity to discover perfect pairings of fresh Seafood and fine wine. At the wine tasting booth, you will find a selection of wines to fit any palate. Wines made of grapes from the best vineyard appellations in Eastern Washington and estate grown fruit from our own appellation will be featured.  Before, during or after you feast on the bounties of our Olympic Coast Cuisine of local seafood, freshly grown produce, and delicious hand crafted wines at the Crab and Seafood Festival… we invite you to continue your exploration of the special flavors of our unique and superb local wines on-site at our wineries. Port Angeles City Pier

Ongoing Events in Seattle-Area Wine Country

  New Wine Bar At The Federal Way WineStyles.  Come in anytime for a flight of wine. ( Either 3 whites or 3 reds or do all 6 ) We have an area with several tables so if you’re waiting for your buzzer to go off at Jimmy Mac's, come sit & relax with wine from around the world. We're open Sundays also 12-5pm so grab some brunch & finish it off with some wine.  For more information call 253-874-5595 Wine Styles 
35002 Pacific Hwy S Ste. A103 
Federal Way
     

North & Central Washington
Columbia River, Ancient Lakes,
Leavenworth and Chelan Valley Regions

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May 16 CWU Wonderful Washington Wine & Cuisine - Ellensburg, WA. Don't miss our third annual wine tasting event at Central Washington University featuring more than 30 wineries and restaurants. Sample some of the best of Washington. Short educational sessions will be offered and live music will round out the event. Hours: 5:00-8:00 p.m. $35. Call 1-800-720-4503,
e-mail worldwineprogram@cwuce.org  or go to http://www.cwuce.org/wine-education/wwash/wwash.asp
Central Washington University SUB REC.
May 16 Bon Vivant Wine Tours - Leavenworth/Wenatchee Valley Day TourThe Wenatchee Valley has long been famous for its apple and other fruit orchards. Recently, it has been turning into a very interesting grape-growing and winemaking area. We will visit picturesque wineries and vineyards from the Bavarian-themed village of Leavenworth to the confluence of the Wenatchee and Columbia Rivers. Call us at 206-437-1298 or e-mail bon.vivant.tours@comcast.net  to make your tour and lodging reservations soon. Pick-up and return at the Bavarian Lodge
810 Highway 2
Leavenworth
May 16 - 18 Spring Barrel Tasting - This is a wonderful event where you will sample wine directly from the barrel, which is a real treat. You will also have the opportunity to sample other wines. This is a great time to taste great wine and to meet our wine makers. Lake Chelan,
Leavenworth,
June 7 Chelan Wine Tasting and Party. Wine tasting on the shores of beautiful Lake Chelan featuring thirteen wineries surrounding the lake and special guest, international award-winning wine expert and lecturer, Amy Mumma. Appetizers will be served. Other events at the historic Campbell's Resort include games on the beach with hula hoop and limbo contests, beach volley ball and classic car show. Concluding the festivities will be a lakeside concert that evening with popular acoustic-based singer and songwriter Vicci Martinez. For more information call 800-53-8225. Campbell's Resort on Lake Chelan
104 W. Woodin
Chelan
October 3 - 4

October 10 - 11

October 17 - 18

OktoberfestCelebrate in Leavenworth, the ideal setting for you and your family to enjoy the great tradition of Oktoberfest! Live music, German food and beer, arts and crafts, used Bavarian clothing sale, musical groups from Germany and the US and a traditional Oktoberfest celebration.  For more information call 509-548-5807.

Leavenworth
Ongoing Events in North & Central Washington Wine Country
Tuesdays - Ongoing
Tuesday Wine & Dine.   Join us Tuesday evenings from 7:00 - 9:00 PM for a gourmet meal paired with our fine wines.  Relax over a Prime Rib dinner, live music, and each of our four wines.   Childcare is provided to insure that your evening is care-free.  This all-inclusive event is $35 per person.  To make reservations please call 509-687-4000.
Wapato Point Cellars,
200 S. Quetilquasoon Road, Manson
Thursdays - Ongoing
Thursday Wine & Dessert.  For those who have a bit of a sweet tooth, we are dedicating our Thursday nights to Wine and Dessert.  Join us and treat yourself to three specialty desserts and a glass of     wine.  The cost is $15 per person.  Please RSVP by Wednesday so we know how many pieces of cheesecake to cut. To make reservations please call 509-687-4000.
Wapato Point Cellars,
200 S. Quetilquasoon Road
Manson

Tri Cities and other Columbia Valley
Wine-Region Events

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Ongoing Events in Tri Cities & other Columbia Valley areas

June - July Every Friday Second Annual Jazz In June Smooth Jazz Concert Series Showcasing up and coming local Jazz artists, June is the perfect time for these artists to build a following and increase awareness of the art of Jazz. Every Friday in June we provide the Tri-Cities a venue to enjoy our local talent, and the fruits of the vine. Join us this June for Smooth Jazz, Smooth Wine and local Micro Brews. From 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm.  For more information call 509-430-5862 or visit North West Alliance Entertainment John Dam Plaza located across from the Red Lion at Knight Street between George Washington Way and Jadwin Avenue, Richland
On-Going
Wednesdays - Saturdays
Live Music. 6:00 - 9:00 PM.  Various local & regional acts (guitar/keyboard/stand up bass) playing a mix of jazz standards, funk & soul. Call 509-627-5000 or 877-667-8300 toll free for more information. Bookwalter Winery,
710 S Windmill Road,  Richland

 

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