In celebration of the 10th anniversary of its presenting sponsor, The Carriage Wine and Market, Florence Wine Fest is headed back  on for its sixth exciting installment. Organizers are thrilled to bring you a reimagined, thrilling, and mostly air-conditioned weekend of fabulous wine, food, music, and community in the heart of downtown Florence. 

Florence Wine Fest is a beloved celebration of wine, food, and community in downtown Florence, AL. Attendees can explore a huge selection of fantastic wines from around the globe, engage with world-renown winemakers and pros, and enjoy local fare from some of the Shoals' best chefs all while soaking in the electric atmosphere of historic downtown Florence, AL.

Schedule:

August 16, 2024

5:30pm: V.I.P. Premium Wine Dinner
5:30pm: Extra Special Guest
Master Sommelier Emmanuel Kemiji
Owner Of Miura Vineyards & Managing Director Of Clos Pissarra
And 5:00 Exquisitely Paired Dinner Courses By Chef Josh Quick, Odette
8:00-10:00pm: V.I.P. Black & White Wine Ball
8:00-10:00pm: Live Musical Entertainment By Christopher-Joel Carter, Iv and Friends
8:00-10:00pm: Wine Ball Music Stage
8:00-10:00pm: Premium Bubbles, Beer, and Cocktails
8:00-10:00pm: Exclusive Art Exhibition
8:00-10:00pm: Floral Art Installation By Hart Floristry

August 17, 2024

1:00-2:00pm: Premium Early Access Tasting Hour
Featuring Specialty Passed Hors D'oeuvres From Chef Jack White Of Jack's Place Bistro And Exclusive Early Access To The Festival's Full Wine Lineup Of Wines, This Is Your Chance To Beat The Crowd And Get A Jump Start On Your Florence Wine Fest Journey.
2:00-5:00pm: Florence Wine Fest Grand Tasting
Featuring A Huge Array Of Hand-Selected Wines From Around The Globe, Special Guest Wine Pros, Delicious Bites From Our Friends At Jack's Place Bistro, Special Discounts On Wine Orders, And More, You Don't Want To Miss This Opportunity To Taste Through A Whole World Of Wine.
5:00-7:00:30pm: Dine Downtown
Keep The Good Times Flowing, Visit Your Favorite Downtown Eateries, And Be Sure To Ask About Wine Fest Specials.
7:00-10:00pm: Wine Fest Block Party
Celebrating 10 Years Of Great Wine & Good Times Atthe Carriage Wine & Market.
7:00-10:00pm:Live Musical Entertainment By The Funk Brotherwood
Grab A Blue Cup At The Carriage Or Your Favorite Downtown Bar, And Head Over To Mobile Plaza For A Good Ole Fashioned Block Party Featuring To-Go Bites and Beverages From Block Party Eateries And Live Music By The Funkiest Band Around, The Funk Brotherhood.

Date: August 16-17, 2024

Location: Pickett On Court,
218 N. Court St.
Florence, AL 35630

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