Schedule of Events:

Thursday, November 7th, 2024

7:00pm-10:00pm: Grand Tasting

Get an early start to the weekend at Grand Tasting, Highlands Food & Wine’s kick-off event. Enjoy exquisite small plates from world-class chefs from the Cashier-Highlands Plateau and throughout the Southeast. Sample red, white and sparkling wines from around the world, craft cocktails craft brews, plus craft cocktails and brews.

-Access to Highlands Food & Wine’s premiere kick off event
-Opportunity to sample small plates from featured local and regional chefs
-Sample wines from around the world, while meeting wine makers and suppliers
-Enjoy craft beer and cocktails

Featuring performances by

-Love Canon

Location: The Bascom, Center for the Visual Arts

Cost: $270 per person

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Friday, November 8th

1:00pm-4:30pm: Truckin

Keep Truckin’ along at our Friday afternoon funfest in Highlands. Nosh on dishes from innovative food trucks and vendors while enjoying craft cocktails and the “Highway to Ale” craft brews area.

-Menu selections from multiple food trucks and food partners
-Beer, wine, and cocktails including access to the “Highway to Ale,” featuring tastings from numerous craft breweries

Featuring performances by

-Wilder Woods
-Alex Lambert

Location: Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park

Cost: $270 per person

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Saturday, November 9th

12:00pm-3:30pm: Main Event

Welcome to The Main Event, where foodies and wine lovers alike will gather to jam on Highlands’ iconic Main Street. Partake in the ultimate oyster roast, savor small plates by esteemed chefs, and enjoy craft cocktails, cold brews, and of course fantastic wines.

-Access to the ultimate oyster roast
-Small plates featuring local and regional chefs
-Enjoy a selection of wines, craft beer, and spirits

Featuring performances by

-Greensky Bluegrass
-Larry Keel and Jon Stickley

Location: Main Street, Highlands, NC

Cost: $325 per person

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Sunday, November 10th

12:00pm-3:00pm: A Shot at Redemption

You might have heard the term ‘Shot at Redemption’ and we’ve all needed one at some point. Like Paul Simon’s call to turn outward in his iconic ‘You can call me Al’ song (where we got the inspiration for Sunday’s soulful soirée), we’re here to ask you to join us in the same spirit.

Starting today through November 7, $125 from every ticket sold for Sunday November 10th’s, ‘Shot at Redemption‘ goes to these relief organizations:

-Highlands Emergency Council
-Highlands Food Pantry
-BeLoved Asheville
-Equal Plates Project
-Southern Smoke Foundation

We’ll be announcing special guests and event partners in the coming weeks, so don’t miss this Sunday show. Want to get involved? Email [email protected] to see how you can support.

Can’t make it to the event, but want to give? Donate directly to the HFW Hurricane Relief Fund. 100% of donations will go directly to these critical organizations.’

Go to church Highlands Food & Wine-style at A Shot at Redemption, our take on Sunday brunch. Wrap up your Highlands Food & Wine experience in one beautiful and delicious bow. Let’s pack the park and give back to Appalachia: $125 of every ticket sold from 10/10 to the festival goes to charities.

-Small plates featuring local and regional chefs
-Shot at Redemption’s famous Bloody Mary Bar presented by Tito’s Handmade Vodka
-Enjoy a selection of wines, craft beer and spirits

Featuring performances by

-Lee Fields
-Abraham Alexander

Location: Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park

Cost: $270 per person

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VIP Weekender

November 7-10th

-Includes VIP access to 4 signature events: The Grand Tasting, Truckin’, Main Event, and A Shot at Redemption
-Inclusive of all food and beverage – including beer, wine, and spirits
-Ability to pick up wristbands in advance of The Grand Tasting and other events to allow for quick entry
-Exclusive VIP “Fast Lane” entry at each event
-VIP Gift Bag with special gifts from our sponsors
-Access to VIP area at Truckin’ with dedicated bar, exclusive food & beverage offerings, and prime stage viewing
-Access to VIP area at Main Event with dedicated bar, exclusive food & beverage offerings, and prime stage viewing
-Access to VIP area at A Shot at Redemption with dedicated bar, exclusive food & beverage offerings, and prime stage viewing

Featuring performances by

-Lee Fields
-Abraham Alexander
-Greensky Bluegrass
-Larry Keel and Jon Stickley
-Love Canon
-Wilder Woods
-Alex Lambert

Location: Various Locations, Highlands, NC

Cost: $1500 per person

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Date: November 7-10, 2024

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