Launch of the Lakes
Turn out on Friday night in your best toga as Bacchus blesses the festival and you may just be crowned the festival King & Queen! Yancey's Fancy Cheese will be on hand with free samples, with wine available from several festival wineries, plus concessions, live music and of course our popular fireworks display.
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Wine Seminars
The New York Wine & Grape Foundation presents FREE educational seminars for Finger Lakes wine lovers! It's first come, first served inside the Great Room on the second floor of the festival Culinary Center. Classes are offered on Sunday only at 11am, 12:30pm and 2pm.
Culinary Events
We've partnered with regional chefs, The New York Wine & Culinary Center, Finger Lakes Culinary Bounty and Cargill, Inc. to bring you a hands-on, delicious and free cooking classes and demonstrations. Information and sign ups for the indoor classes at the reception desk inside the festival Culinary Center.
Taster's Banquet
Join us in the casual environment of the Crown Royal Club for a delicious meal on Saturday night. Your dinner is prepared by Chef Paul Mach of Pennsylvania College and features regional food products paired with specific New York wines. Seating is limited and advanced reservations are required.
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PACE CAR RIDES
See the world-famous road course from the same vantage point as professional NASCAR drivers! Take a ride in an official Watkins Glen International vehicle and hold on tight!!
$10 passes are available onsite at Pit Road entrance in the Cabernet Courtyard. First come, first served and you may ride as many times as you like.
