CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - Drink. Eat. Relax. is bringing its Wine & Food Festival to Charlotte this weekend!
The culinary event will bring together Charlotte’s top chefs, local wines, craft beers and spirits. If you are a foodie, this event is for you!
Event details
- Day: Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026
- Time: Noon to 5 p.m.
- Location: Ballantyne’s Backyard in Charlotte
- What to expect: Taste your way though local beverages and food! Expect pop-up restaurants, food trucks, live music and more.
Festival tickets + what they get you
General admission tickets cost $45 plus fees, and grant access to the festival between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.
General admission tickets include a souvenir wine glass, all-you-care-to-taste wines, beers, and spirits, plus access to all performances.
VIP admission tickets cost $75 plus fees, and grant access to the festival from noon to 5 p.m.
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VIP admission tickets include all-you-care-to-taste wines, beers, and spirits; a souvenir wine glass and wine bag; a bottle of wine; free bottled water; access to VIP Champagne Lounge and Washrooms; plus access to all performances.
Click here to buy tickets to the Wine & Food Festival in Ballantyne.
Entry-only tickets are available for $25 on site on the day of the event. Those tickets do not include any extras.
All guests must be 21 years old or older to sample alcohol at the festival.
More about the event
Here’s more about the event, from coordinators Drink. Eat. Relax.:
Come to a world-class, backyard culinary event; bringing together Charlotte’s hottest chefs, artisanal craftsmen, and culinary pioneers with thousands of Charlotte’s foodies.
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Enjoy over 100 different international and local wines, craft beers, and craft spirits in an all-you-care-to-taste affair.
The title says wine but don’t worry, there are all types of adult beverages offered, sampled, and compared. Come and let your taste buds be amazed at this delicious culinary experience.
The wines are fine, just served in a fun environment.
Click here to learn more about the festival.
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