Events

Harvest is the most colorful time of year, and we invite you to experience a bounty of hospitality, learning and merriment and discover the world-class wines hand-crafted in Paso Robles Wine Country during the annual Harvest Wine Tour.

Do you love great wine and food? If so, you won't want to miss this exciting event.

The 5th Annual Concours d' Italiano, with a Salute to Ferrari, brings an Italian flair to Santa Barbara. Approximately 200 cars with names like Ferrari, Lamborghini, Alfa Romeo, Abarth, Fiat, Lancia, Iso, Bizzarrini, De Tomaso, Pantera, La Forza, Lancia and Pinin Farina are expected to be displayed. Italian food, Italian music, opera singers, a fashion show featuring Italian designers and wine tasting will be available for guests to enjoy.

The 5th Annual Tribute to 1957 American Classics automobiles will bring a touch of Main Street, USA to the Santa Barbara area. Cars from American manufacturers with names like Ford, Chevrolet, Buick, Dodge, Oldsmobile, Pontiac, Chrysler, Lincoln, Kaiser, Frazer, Tucker, De Lorean and more are expected to be showcased. Stroll around to the sounds of a Dixieland Jazz band with the aroma of hot dogs and hamburgers grilling. Enjoy a cold beer or soda while you view a fashion show of contemporary American designers.

Lay and Wheeler would like to invite you to join us for the event of the year! With over 100 wines available for tasting, Masterclasses (see overleaf for full details), visiting wine growers and leading food merchants, as well as the opportunity to learn more about Lay & Wheeler’s services, this event is one you won’t want to miss. Bring along friends and family to this fascinating day in the impressive setting of the Great Halls of Vinopolis, next to the bustling Borough Market.

The Yadkin Valley Grape Festival is free and open to the public, including families with children (for your safety and the safety of others, please leave your pets at home). Vendor displays and music will take place adjacent to the wine tasting area. Food and non-wine beverages will be available for purchase from selected vendors. Wine tasters must be at least 21 years of age (all tasters will be required to show positive photo identification) to obtain a tasting wristband and Yadkin Valley Grape Festival engraved wine glass. Picnic tables will be available and there is plenty of lawn space for blankets. We will be having children's activities going on throughtout the day sponsored by the Yadkin County Partnership for Children.