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Wyoming is a state in the Mountain West subregion of the United States of America. Bordered by Montana, Nebraska, Idaho, Colorado, and South Dakota, this state is known for its seven national parks.

This state is home to Yellowstone national park which features the Old Faithful geyser, the Devil’s Tower, and the rock formation sacred to the Plains Tribes.

Wine festivals are a fun way for the whole family to enjoy good wine, good food, and entertainment to create a festive ambiance for the event.

In this article, we are going to look at some of the top wine festivals in Wyoming so you can plan your next visit around an unforgettable event.

List of the Top Wine Festivals in Wyoming

Sheridan Annual Wine Fest
Make-A-Wish Wyoming’s Stories of Light Gala
Jackson Hole Food and Wine Winter Fest
Jackson Hole Food and Wine Summer Fest

Deeper Look at the 4 Top Wine Festivals in Wyoming

1. Sheridan Annual Wine Fest

Location: Grinnell Plaza, Sheridan, Wyoming, 82801
Date: September 16^th, 2022
Time: 18:00 to 21:00
Price: $60 for General Admission

This event is hosted by the Downtown Sheridan Association each year. The wine festival acts as a fundraising event to generate downtown development projects within Sheridan.

These funds are used to benefit the ongoing efforts of the DSA to preserve and revitalize the historic downtown of Sheridan.

2022’s event had a theme of Fresh Harvest and had over 100 wines, beers, and spirits available for purchase by visitors to the festival. Hors d’oeuvres were provided for visitors to enjoy while exploring the entertainment provided for the event.

A silent auction was hosted where unique items were available for visitors to win and there was a wide array of games available for children to take part in. This festival was hosted at the Grinnell Plaza which is based in downtown Sheridan.

2. Make-A-Wish Wyoming’s Stories of Light Gala

Location: The Hangar, 1410 Prairie Lane, Bar Nunn, Wyoming 82601
Date: November 12, 2022
Time: 18:00 to 22:00
Price: $100 per person

The Make-A-Wish Foundation is a non-profit organization that helps chronically and critically ill children the chance to experience their ultimate wishes.

This event is a prime event for those over 21 to support a good cause and attend a fun gala. There will be a dinner with fine dining for all visitors to enjoy.

The food will pair well with the many wines that will be available for consumption. Visitors will get a chance to do some wine tasting, and if they discover one they like, they can purchase a bottle to take home with them.

As it is a gala, it is recommended that guests dress in black-tie clothing. This is a formal event that is sure to be a fun night out for visitors, a chance to enjoy fine dining and support a worthy cause.

3. Jackson Hole Food and Wine Winter Fest

Location: 3385 Cody Lane, Teton Village, Wyoming, 83025
Date: 9 to 11 March 2023
Time: 17:00 on 9 March to 21:00 on 11 March
Price: $250 per person with Early Bird tickets available at $225

Each event is hosted by Jackson Hole Food and Wine which has committed to celebrating good food and wine while expanding the culinary experience in Jackson Hold. There are bi-annual events held within Jackson Hole to create an innovative and distinctive experience for visitors.

The 5^th annual Winter Fest will be a 3-day event that will occur in Teton Village. Renowned winemakers and celebrated chefs will provide good food and fine wine for visitors to enjoy.

There will be a chance for visitors to take part in wine tasting which will allow them to try new wines and purchase them before leaving the event.

Past participants in the Jackson Hole festivals include chefs, Wineries, and Mixologists. These chefs include Adam Perry Lang from South Fork Lodge in Idaho and Evan Funke from Feliz in California. Wineries included Peay Vineyards, Figgins Family Wine Estates, and Vineyard Brands.

Given the extensive list of past participants, the 2023 event is sure to have a good lineup of chefs, vineyards, mixologists, spirits, and special guests.

4. Jackson Hole Food and Wine Summer Festival

Location: Has not been confirmed yet
Date: June 22 to 24, 2023
Time: 17:00 on 22 June to 21:00 on 24 June
Price: $185 to $850 depending on the event you choose to attend

The Taste of Jackson Hole is a fun evening out where visitors can enjoy local wines and culinary talent from local restaurants.

Dinner Series is a cocktail attire event where visitors can enjoy fine dining and good wine. The Savor event is held at the Jackson Hole ranch where it is suggested you wear your summer best to enjoy the day.

Each year this festival is held to raise money for the Jackson Hole Food’s beneficiaries, encourage local food and wine consumption, and support local chefs and restaurants.

A portion of the proceeds of the event in 2023 will support Hole Food Rescue. This organization has a mission of reducing food waste and cultivating food security.

Established in 2013, Hole Food Rescue rescues an average of 20 thousand pounds of food per month that would otherwise end up in a landfill.