Wine events in Niagara Wine Country are perfect for fall 2021. With many events taking place outside, you can safely explore the region and its wineries, and have plenty of fun along the way. Summer might be the preferred time to visit the region for many people, but fall offers some great reasons to check out the area too. The cooler days are more pleasant for people who aren’t so fond of the heat, and it’s also the start of the grape harvest.
The season offers a variety of fun and interesting things to do, from attending festivals to trying your hand at stomping your own grapes. Take a look at these Niagara Wine Country events to discover some of the things that you can do over the next few months.
Niagara Grape & Wine Festival – September 18th-19th, 25th-26th
The Niagara Grape & Wine Festival is the one event that you don’t want to miss in the fall. This year, the parade and park events are on hold to keep everyone safe, but there are still plenty of other things to do. With a Discovery Pass, you get six culinary and wine experiences, which you can redeem at 20 participating wineries across Twenty Valley and Niagara-on-the-Lake. On the first weekend, you can also enjoy the Best of Montebello Park Outdoor Concert Series at the St. Catharines‘ First Ontario Performing Arts Centre.
Find out more here.
Howl at the Moon Dinner at Oxley Estate Winery – October 20th
If you’re looking for an enjoyable dinner this fall, the Oxley Estate Winery is offering the Howl at the Moon Dinner. The event involves live music and allows for reservations from 5 pm to 8 pm, with live music during these hours.
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Trivia Night at Lakeview Wine Co. – September 29th, October 20th
For anyone who enjoys a trivia experience to flex your general knowledge skills, head to Lakeview Wine Co. for some themed trivia nights. There’s music trivia in September and spooky movie trivia in October, offering something fun to do on a weeknight. Wine and snacks are provided.
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Cabernet Franc Masterclass at Two Sisters Vineyards – September 25th
Real wine buffs can learn from the team at Two Sisters, including Head Winemaker Adam Pearce, and Estate Sommeliers Dieter Unruh and Lorie O’Sullivan. The evening will be a study of the Cabernet Franc grape and will include tastings, food pairings, and more.
Find out more here.
Taste the Season – November
The Wineries of Niagara-on-the-Lake offer beautiful settings to enjoy some delicious food paired with VQA wines. There are 28 wineries in total with unique pairings designed to help you celebrate the harvest season.Find out more here.
Lawn Concerts at Jackson-Triggs Niagara Estate – September 24th, 25th, 26th
Jackson-Triggs has been running their lawn concert series of events during the summer, and there’s just time to catch the last few. Taking place on their patio, the events offer live music, wine, and food offerings. If you miss these, you can check out their Charcuterie Board Mini Workshop, which runs on Fridays in October.
Find out more here.
Fall Flights Outdoor Experience at Konzelmann Estate Winery
Enjoy seasonal wines at the Konzelmann Estate Winery during the fall season. This seated experience takes place on the estate’s enclosed patio, with distancing to help maintain safety. The wines are paired with locally sourced charcuterie. You’ll also be able to take home some mulling spice so that you can make your own seasonal wine. Reservations are available for a maximum of four people.
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Paint with Wine at Lakeview Wine Co. – October 17th
Art lovers will enjoy this experience at Lakeview Wine Co. Paint with Wine is a chance to make some art and have a glass of wine while you paint. All of the materials that you need are provided, along with the wine tastings.
Find out more here.
Saturdays at Flat Rock
Experience music and wine at Flat Rock Cellars every Saturday. The winery invites you to the casual experience on their Green Roof Patio. If you would like a tasting experience, be sure to book ahead. No reservations are needed for wine by the glass.
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Harvest Celebration Weekend – October 1st to 3rd
Join Westcott Vineyards to celebrate the harvest season on the first weekend of October. You can book for Friday, Saturday, or Sunday, and drop in between 12 pm to 6 pm on each day. There will be live music every day, wine sampling, and discussion on the half-hour and delicious food pairings to go with the wines at each station. Club members get a discounted price and get to sample newly bottled wines.
Find out more here.
Happy Hour Fridays at GreenLane Estate Winery
If you’re looking for a casual event to drop into every Friday, happy hour at GreenLane Estate Winery is perfect. Turn up between 4 pm and 7 pm for a relaxed evening on their covered patio. You can enjoy 9oz glasses of wine for the price of 6oz and there are food specials available too. Seating is limited and reservations are recommended, but walk-ins are welcome too.
Find out more here.
The Pinot Affair
While the dates and schedule for this event have yet to be announced, they are promising big plans for their 2021 event. You can keep up with the latest news by going to their website and signing up for their newsletter. In previous years, multiple wineries have participated to celebrate their love of the Pinot Noir grape, with prix fixe menus to enjoy at several of them.
Annual and exclusive events are fewer in number this year, due to the pandemic. However, there are still plenty of events that are running in a safe manner for you to attend. Additionally, many wineries are still running tastings in a Covid-safe manner, so you can try wines and food pairings without worry. Look out for more events in 2022, including the return of many favourites and perhaps some brand new events to try too.
