19 Wine Events to Attend This Summer [UPDATED]

Summer is in full swing, and you know that means–it’s absolutely the time to drink wine outside.

I wish I had a few clones I could disperse all over the globe so that I could attend all of these amazing celebrations. (le sigh)

At any rate, I will continue to add to this list as the summer continues–so if you’re hosting a wine event before September 23, please don’t hesitate to DM me or comment on this post with more information.

Drink responsibly, be safe, and have lots of fun!
–CC

JULY 

Sunset Sundays presented by Mike G – July 16 (McCordsville, Indiana)

Jazz en Hospitalet – July 16 - 21 (Narbonne, France)

Prosecco DOC Week  – July 17, 19, 21
For the second year in a row, Jermaine Stone is partnering with the Prosecco DOC consortium to bring really dope activations around everyone’s favorite Italian sparkling wine. Events will be taking place in LA, Chicago, and NYC.

Tales of the Cocktail - July 23-28 (New Orleans) 

Summer WineFest at Lincoln Park Zoo - July 28 (Chicago) 

**International Pinot Noir Celebration - July 28-30 (McMinnville, OR) 
I missed IPNC last year (read: I was too outside) but I’m thrilled to be pulling up this year and can’t wait to taste as much Pinot Noir that my palate can take.

Wine & Culture Fest - July 24 - 30 (ATL) 

Blue Note Jazz Festival - July 28-30 (Napa, CA) 

AUGUST

**A Taste of Sicily – August 2 (Chicago) 
Major shout-out to Melissa at BottlesUp! in Lakeview for being a dope collaborator! I’ll be hosting a workshop on Sicilian wines and sharing a little bit more about my experience on the island back in May. Tickets are $45/pp and seats are limited, so get yours today!

**An Ode to Oysters – August 4 (Chicago)
FarrinCurated present a four-course meal and after-hours raw bar for those who love all things oysters. Chef Lance Watson has created a decadent menu and yours truly will be pouring up the perfectly paired wines. Tickets for the full experience are $125, but if you want to pull up for the after-hours

BlacOak Summer Wine Festival – August 5 (Philadelphia, PA)

The Family Reunion - August 17-20 (Middleburg, VA) 

Sangria Festival Chicago - August 19 - 20 (Chicago) 

Fine Wine Series - August 19 (New York City)

**Dine out on Broadway – August 26 (Chicago)
At BottlesUp!, I’ll be pouring a few wines as part of the Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce’s summer series. This event is FREE.99, so stop by!

SEPTEMBER

Denver Food & Wine Festival - September 6-9 (Denver) 

Wine & Food Fest - September 9-10 (Hudson Valley, NY)

Fredericksburg Cheese and Wine Festival - September 11-12 (Fredericksburg, Texas)

**CLINK Festival: A Wine & Spirits Festival Experience - September 17 (Chicago, Illinois) 
Last year’s event was a great time and I’m thrilled that co-founders Chrishon Lampley and Joyce Dawkins are bringing it into the city!

Grapefest – A Texas Wine Experience - September 14-17 (Grapevine, Texas) 

Atlanta Food & Wine Festival - September 20-24 (Atlanta, Georgia)

The Inaugural Chicago Black Beer & Wine Festival (Chicago, Illinois) 

**I’ll be hosting the event or in the building, so pull up!