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Festival of the Vine

Name: Festival of the Vine
Start: 2026-09-11
End: 2026-09-13
Location: Geneva

The 44th annual Festival of the Vine is a three-day celebration in downtown Geneva, Illinois. It features a "Flavor Fare" tent with wine and food tastings, an arts and crafts show, live music, and various family activities.

Date: Sep 11-13, 2026
Location: Geneva
Status: Recently ended

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Event summary

Highlights

Wine and food "Flavor Fare" tent
Arts and crafts show
Live music performances
Children's activities and horse-drawn carriage rides

Held from Friday, September 11 to Sunday, September 13, the Festival of the Vine takes place in downtown Geneva, primarily at James and South Fourth Streets. This annual event offers an extensive "Flavor Fare" tent where guests can sample food and beverages from local vendors like Tacatz Tacos, Inglenook Pantry, Kernel’s Gourmet Popcorn & More, and Paizao Gaucha Brazilian Steakhouse, alongside various wines and sangrias. Tickets are purchased for food and drink samples, with alcohol purchases restricted to individuals 21 years and older.

In addition to the culinary offerings, the festival hosts an arts and crafts show on South Third and Campbell streets, live musical performances, merchant booths, children’s activities, and horse-drawn carriage rides. The Flavor Fare and wine tents operate from noon to 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and from noon to 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, with ticket sales concluding shortly before closing times.

Practical details

Location described by the source: James and South Fourth Streets; www.shawlocal.com
Area for browsing nearby events: Geneva

Before attending

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