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Plan Your Visit – 2022 WCDF

Your one-stop shop for ticketing information, hotel rooms, day-of schedule, FAQ’s and more!

Offering three ticket types, so everyone 21+ can enjoy the Wine Country Distillery Festival.

DD Tickets ($15) – Enjoy beverages from our Non-Alcoholic purveyors, as well as small bites, BIG bites, live music, and other artisan vendors during the festival.

General Admission ($88) – Enjoy regional craft distilled spirits, low ABV & Non-Alcoholic purveyors, cocktail competition, small bites, BIG Bites live music, and other artisan vendors during the festival.

Les Dames d’Escoffier VIP Ticket – Limited Availability ($123) – VIP Tickets include all the elements of General Admission plus access to:

Stay the Weekend

Make a weekend out of your visit to the Wine Country Distillery Festival when you book a two-night stay at The Sandman or Flamingo Resort. Receive the best available rate plus a pair of tickets to the Festival. 

Flamingo Resort – The newly reimagined Flamingo Resort is a mid-century marvel in Sonoma Wine Country. This iconic oasis offers immersive wellbeing and outdoor experiences, and features 170 sanctuary guest rooms, Lazeaway Club restaurant, a rejuvenating spa, full fitness center, and a year-round heated pool & hot tub.

The Sandman Voted Top 5 Best Roadside Motels by USA Today in 2021, the Sandman Santa Rosa is a charming motor lodge inspired by the Spanish Mission Revival buildings found throughout California. Serving as an ideal launch pad for exploring Sonoma Wine Country, the hotel is imbued with original art, vintage character and bohemian flare.

At the Event

As you enter the festival stop by the Robert Ferguson Observatory booth for some solar observation as well as check out the raffle table. Then stop by the Magic Mirror Photo Booth to capture all the fun. As you make your way on the main tasting “floor” enjoy a mix of regional craft distillers, artisan food & beverage vendors, as well as other makers, including our 1 pm cocktail competition and live music from The Lost Church stage.

Magic Mirror Logo in Neon

Magic Mirror Photo Booth – Sonoma County, Ca                                                    Offering a variety of interactive photo booths that create memorable experiences that your guests won’t forget! Whether you are planning the wedding of your dreams, hosting a corporate or social event, The Magic Mirrors can be 100% customized to provide you and your guests with the most memorable interactive experiences possible.

Cocktail Competition - Starting at 1 pm

Third Pig – Sebastopol, Ca                              A cocktail lounge inspired by The Three Little Pigs. With the help of Good Folks Hospitality Co., Sonoma County natives Alex & Katie Bowman, owners of Bowman Cellars, have turned the historic site of 116 S. Main Street into a sweet escape for all to enjoy. Showcasing a playful and inventive menu featuring seasonal & classic cocktails, a hand-picked wine list, and a revolving beer selection, Third Pig offers a little something for everyone. Brick by Brick, Drink by Drink. 

Lo & Behold – Healdsburg, Ca                        Locally owned and operated by two of Sonoma County’s top bartenders Laura Sanfilippo & Tara Herrenon, and veteran Sonoma County Chef Sean Kelley, Lo & Behold is a vibrant cocktail bar and restaurant in the heart of Healdsburg, serving global comfort food and cultivated cocktails in an inviting and vibrant setting.

The Matheson – Healdsburg, Ca                  Featuring modern Wine Country cuisine, The Matheson and Roof 106 offer an ever-changing micro seasonal menu, both in the plate and in the glass. Enjoy classic cocktails with a modern twist.

Local Honey – Santa Rosa, Ca                        A pop up concept presented by Chef Jeremy Cabrera and Melissa Matteson that demonstrates everything Sonoma County has to offer through food and drink. 

Sweet T’s – Windsor, Ca                           Sweet T’s Restaurant + Bar is a smokehouse and southern eatery that prides itself in bringing southern comfort and hospitality to Sonoma County. Featuring craft cocktails using fresh, locally sourced ingredients, Sweet T’s bar program boasts delicious southern inspired cocktails and so much more.

Live Music

Visit The Lost Church stage during your visit to the Wine Country Distillery Festival and enjoy live music from local musicians. 

The Lost Church serves the community by creating, sustaining, and defending places for live performance. Our intimate theater in downtown Santa Rosa hosts regional and touring artists performing music, poetry, comedy, magic and more!

Nate Lopez sitting in armless chair with 8 string guitar
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Nate Lopez – With the aid of his unique 8-string hybrid guitars, Nate Lopez creates original music and solo arrangements of timeless favorites from every genre. 
 
Winner of the Arkansas Contemporary Fingerstyle Guitar Competition in 2015, and was voted Best Jazz musician or group in the North Bay, 2019 and 2020. Nate focuses on groove, and the ability to play bass and guitar on one instrument at the same time, delivering a sound that is much more than a typical solo artist.

The Sean Carscadden Trio – Three-time winner of the North Bay Bohemian Norbay’s award and two-time winner of Sonoma Index Tribunes Best Local Performer.  The Sean Carscadden Trio plays an eclectic mix of New Orleans Funk, Soul, and Blues.

Featuring Mikey Lee Cannon on drums and bassist extraordinaire Cliff Hugo whose resume includes Ray Charles and Supertramp to name a few.  Not to be missed!

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FAQ's

  • Who will be there?

Our list continues to grow. To see the full list of vendors and other fun visit:

www.winecountrydistilleryfestival.com

  • What is included in the ticket price?

Souvenir tasting glass, unlimited tastes (Distilleries, Low ABV, N/A beverages & snack food vendors), one BIG Bite ticket, live music & cocktail competition.

  • What time does the festival start?

Doors open at 12 pm, with the festival running until 4 pm, with last call at 3:30 pm. 

  • Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?

Yes, must be 21+ to attend. Valid ID required at the door. 

  • What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?

DD tickets are available for purchase, with ample parking available at the venue. 

Uber and Lyft credits will be available the day of the event and sent to valid ticket holders prior to the start of the event.

  • Attire

The festival is 100% outside, SUNSCREEN and a HAT are recommended. As we all know the weather has been a bit odd this summer, so dress comfortably and in layers. The festival is on mixed terrain, including grass, concrete, and gravel, so choose your footwear accordingly.

  • How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Email at info@poppyandvine.life or you can text or call 707.543.1113

  • Will tickets be available the day of the event?

Yes, day of tickets will be available at the door.

  • What is the day of ticket cost?

 $98.00 per person for General Admission

  • Will there be ‘last call’?

Yes, tastings will stop at 3:30 pm with the event officially wrapping up at 4:00 pm.

  • Are dogs allowed?

This is not a pet-friendly event, with the exception of service animals.

  • What’s the refund Policy?

All ticket sales are final. In the event of postponement, tickets will be valid for the rescheduled event. 

  • What’s the COVID-19 Policy?

We will comply with Sonoma County Department of Health policies, as well as the Luther Burbank Center for the Arts policy. As requirements are ever-changing, we recommend you check back for updates from time to time. 

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