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9th Annual Harvest Wine & Food Festival
Enjoy the 9th Annual Harvest Wine & Food Festival October 16–19, 2025, in WaterColor near Santa Rosa Beach. This four-day celebration features world-class wines, gourmet cuisine, and unforgettable experiences—all for a great cause.
🍽️ What to Expect
Celebrity Winemaker Dinners
Kick off on Thursday evening (October 16) with exclusive, curated dinners hosted by award-winning winemakers and chefs at local venues around South Walton.
Harvest After Dark
Friday’s soirée (7–9 PM) at Cerulean Park offers adults an elegant evening of elevated wine pairings, live music, and gourmet tastings from celebrity chefs.
Grand Tasting & VIP Tent
Saturday (1–4 PM) is the centerpiece event: tasting stations featuring wines from around the world, regional cuisine, and entertainment. Upgrade to the VIP Tent for deluxe seating, live music, and exclusive tastings.
Brunch Finale
On Sunday, wind down with brunch experiences like “A Taste of Italy” or “Brunch de Blanc,” featuring sparkling wines and chef-driven menus
📅 Dates & Times
| Day | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday | Oct 16, 2025 | 6–9 PM (Winemaker Dinners) |
| Friday | Oct 17, 2025 | 7–9 PM (Harvest After Dark) |
| Saturday | Oct 18, 2025 | 1–4 PM (Grand Tasting) |
| Sunday | Oct 19, 2025 | 11 AM–1 PM (Brunch Events) |
📍 Location & Parking
Cerulean Park & various venues in WaterColor, Santa Rosa Beach, FL
All events are within walking distance throughout WaterColor resort. Parking is available at WaterColor Inn or nearby lots.
🎟️ Tickets & Charity
- Tickets on sale from July 10 at Ticket Information.
- Options include: individual dinners, Harvest After Dark, Grand Tasting (general & VIP), brunch packages, and multi-day passes
- Rain or shine event—no refunds
- A portion of proceeds benefit Northwest Florida children via the Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation – charity web site.
🏖️ Stay Nearby – Crystal Dunes 503
Turn this into a luxury wine getaway by staying at Crystal Dunes 503, a beachfront condo in the heart of Destin and a scenic drive to WaterColor. Enjoy Gulf views, upscale amenities, and easy access to all festival events. Browse the photo gallery to see why guests love it.
