Hilton Head Island Wine & Food Festival
Hilton Head Island’s wine and food enthusiasts greet the Island’s popular spring season every March with a week-long celebration to embrace the fruits of global wine partnerships, signature Lowcountry cuisine, grassroots cultural happenings, and the authentic fabric of a unique community. What unfolds is an inspiring series of events that draw guests to Hilton Head Island from not only across the country but even from far corners of the globe.
Join us as we celebrate our 41st anniversary of this annual Hilton Head Island rite of passage. Experience for yourself this year’s schedule of events including spectacular celebrity chef showcases, intriguing wine education sessions, live entertainment, and of course the famed Grand and Public Tasting events.
Uncorked
This joyous kick-off event will “uncork” our 2026 festival with sips and snacks among friends!
Craft Beer Event
Enjoy the afternoon sipping your way through over 50 offerings from multiple local craft breweries to find your new favorite beer to kick off the spring season on the Island.
Sip & Stroll
The onset of spring is the perfect time to stroll the Shops at Sea Pines Center with a glass in hand and friend by your side.
Stay Gold
Taking place at golden hour, this one-of-a-kind experience will feature the best in local live music and Double Gold wines.
Grand Tasting
The Grand Tasting event is a culmination of award winning wines from our international judges competition.
Public Tasting
Come ready to sip and sample to the Festival’s largest event, celebrating our 41st anniversary at Celebration Park!
VIP Lounge
The Pavilion at Celebration Park is the setting for the VIP Lounge at The Public Tasting, featuring additional tastings.
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