Make plans to enjoy some great local wines, food, and music at the Newburgh Wine Fest celebrating their 14th year on Saturday, May 18th.

Don't miss this year's annual event at the Old Lock and Dam in downtown Newburgh presented by Historic Newburgh, Inc.  As part of the festivities, you can also attend Friday's "Grapes on the Grass Soiree" which is traditionally held the day before the Wine Fest.  It is also a 21+ event from 6:30 pm - 9 pm which includes:

  • Wine tastings from Indiana wineries
  • Food from local restaurants
  • Music by Troy Miller
  • Vote for your favorite wines

You're invited to wear your favorite coastal attire for this event.  The cost of tickets is $50 per person and includes your own wine glass, food, and wine sampling.  Grapes on the Grass Soiree will be held on Fri. May 17th at Newburgh's Old Lock and Dam.  Purchase tickets for GOTG HERE.

The Newburgh Wine Fest kicks off Saturday, May 18 with festivities beginning at 12 pm.

Entertainment on The Wine Down stage:

  • 12:30 pm - 3 pm - Monte Skelton
  • 3:30 pm - 6 pm - Bob Minnette Ensemble
  • 6:30 pm - 9 pm - Casey Williams Trio

The following wineries are participating:

Blue Heron Vineyard & Winery
Buck Creek Winery
Cedar Creek Winery
Easley Winery
Heagy Vineyards
Indian Creek Winery
Monkey Hollow Winery
Patoka Lake Winery
Pepper's Ridge Winery
Retting Hill Winery
TJ Haase Winery
Windy Knoll Winery
Winzerwald Winery
Maiden's Brewery will be located in the courtyard for those who prefer beer.

Advance tickets are available through May 17 for $25 and can be purchased online, by phone 812-853-2815 or in person at 333 State St., Unit B, Newburgh.

Purchase advance tickets by phone and in person will end at 8:00 pm on Thursday, May 16. Advance purchase tickets online end at 11:59 PM on Friday, May 17.

Tickets are $30 at the door on the day of the event. Cash and credit card will be accepted at ticket booths. Ticket price includes free wine glass, live music, and wine sampling.

Parking will be available at Newburgh Elementary School with shuttles running from the school to the riverfront starting at 11:30 am.

This is a 21 and over only event from 12 pm - 9 pm.The 2019 Newburgh Wine Fest will be celebrated at the Old Lock and Dam and presented by Evansville Living Magazine with T.R.U. Event Rental, Inc., and by MY 105.3 WJLT.

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