Willcox Wine Country

Willcox Wine Festival - Oct. 20 - 22
2023-10-20 18:00 - 2023-10-22 17:00 (America/Phoenix) | Willcox Wine Country, 157 N. Railroad Avenue, Willcox, 85643, United States
rtWineAArizonai. Oct. 20 – 6:00 pm till 9:00 pm – Chamber of Commerce Wine Benefit Dinner – Details and Location TBD
Sat. Oct. 21 – 11:00 am till 5:00 pm – Wine Festival – $35 per person pre-sale / $45 at the gate. Each ticket includes a commemorative wine glass and ten tasting tickets.
Sun. Oct. 22 – 11:00 am till 5:00 pm – Wine Festival – $30 per person pre-sale / $40 at the gate. Each ticket includes a commemorative wine glass and ten tasting tickets.
Featuring 16 of Arizona’s best wineries along with over 30 non-winery vendors including fine arts, artisan foods, vintage vendors, and non-stop entertainment along with 2 food trucks.
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Participating Wineries (Tentative):

1764 Vineyards
Birds & Barrels Vineyards
Bodega Pierce
Carlson Creek Vineyards
Copper Horse Vineyard
Coronado Vineyards
DA Vines Vineyard
Golden Rule Vineyards
Keeling Schaefer Vineyards
Page Springs Cellars
Pillsbury Wine Company
Soaring Wines
Strive Vineyards
Vino Stache
Zarpara Vineyard

ABOUT WILLCOX WINE COUNTRY:
Willcox Wine Country is Arizona’s premier wine region. It is a wine region located in Cochise and Graham counties in far southeastern Arizona. The Willcox area leads Arizona wine grape production by growing 74% of the state’s wine grapes. Wines from the region and wines made with Willcox grapes have been highly rated by Wine Spectator, San Francisco Chronicle, tastings.com and the Arizona Republic.
The area includes the Willcox AVA (American Area), making it federally recognized as a unique and distinctive wine growing region in the United States. Willcox Wine Country features 14 tasting rooms, tours, locally grown and produced wines and the semi-annual Willcox Wine Country Festival (held in May and October), which has been rated by Fodor’s Travel as one of the top-ten wine festivals in North America. For more information visit www.willcoxwinecountry.org.
ABOUT THE CITY OF WILLCOX
At the Center of the Willcox Wine Country region, the City of Willcox is the historic, cultural, and economic hub of far southeastern Arizona.
Established as a Railroad terminal in 1880, Willcox became a small rural community supporting local Farms, Orchards, Vineyards and Ranches in a vast region of high-altitude basins and mountain ranges. Willcox is the hospitality gateway to Willcox Wine Country, the Chiricahua National Monument, Ft Bowie National Historic Site, and the Coronado National Forest. For more information visitwillcox.az.gov

Willcox Wine Festival - Spring 2023
2023-05-19 18:00 - 2023-05-21 17:00 | Willcox Wine Country, 157 N. Railroad Avenue, Willcox, 85643, United States
Fri. May 19 – 6:00 pm till 9:00 pm – Wine Benefit Dinner – Chamber Of Commerce – $82
Sat. May 20 – 11:00 am till 5:00 pm – Wine Festival – $35 per person pre-sale / $45 at the gate. Each ticket includes a commemorative wine glass and ten tasting tickets.
Sun. May 21 – 11:00 am till 5:00 pm – Wine Festival – $30 per person pre-sale / $40 at the gate. Each ticket includes a commemorative wine glass and ten tasting tickets.
Featuring 16 of Arizona’s best wineries along with over 40 non-winery vendors including fine arts, artisan foods, vintage vendors, and non-stop entertainment along with 2 food trucks.
Tickets: https://willcox_spring_2023.eventbrite.com
Participating Wineries (Tentative):
Birds & Barrels Vineyards
Bodega Pierce | Carlson Creek Vineyards
Coronado Vineyards | Golden Rule Vineyards
Keeling Schaefer Vineyards | Pillsbury Wine Company
Zarpara Vineyard | 1764 Vineyards
Copper Horse Vineyard
Strive Vineyards | Page Springs Cellars
Caduceus Cellars
Band Schedule:
Saturday, May 20, 2023:
11am to 1:45pm – Posterchild
2pm to 5pm – Blonde Ambition
Sunday, May 21, 2023:
11am to 1:45pm – Seth Loveless Band
2pm to 5pm – Honeygirl
More information coming in March 2023!
FAQs
This is a rain or shine event!
Refund Policy
Refunds will be honored until 48 hours prior to the festival. No refunds after Oct. 16.
Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?
Anyone can enter the event free, however, you must be 21 to taste wine. Please bring ID.
What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?
There are plenty of free parking spaces in downtown Willcox.
My partner doesn’t drink wine, can they get in? What about our designated driver?
In both cases, that person will be allowed in. One per group. We will be offering beer. If you have any questions at the festival, our front gate team has worked with us for the past 8 years and is well trained on how this festival will be operated.
General Information:
You cannot enter the event with alcoholic beverages purchased elsewhere or leave the event with an open container.
Friendly Dogs on leash are welcome.
Persons under 21 must be accompanied by Parent or Guardian.
Where can I contact the organizer with any questions? festivals@willcoxwinecountry.org
ABOUT WILLCOX WINE COUNTRY:
The Cochise Graham Wine Council, Inc. dba Willcox Wine Country, is a region and association of Arizona Farm Wineries and Vineyards located in Cochise and Graham counties in far southeastern Arizona. The Willcox area leads Arizona wine grape production by growing 74% of the state’s wine grapes and is the source of the most highly rated Arizona wines by Wine Spectator, San Francisco Chronicle, tastings.com and the Arizona Republic.
The area includes the Willcox AVA (American Viticultural Area), making it federally recognized as a unique and distinctive wine growing region in the United States. Willcox Wine Country features 10 tasting rooms, tours, locally grown and produced wines and the semi-annual Willcox Wine Country Festival (held in May and October), which has been rated by Fodor’s Travel as one of the top-ten wine festivals in North America. For more information visit www.willcoxwinecountry.org.
ABOUT THE CITY OF WILLCOX
At the Center of the Willcox Wine Country region, the City of Willcox is the historic, cultural, and economic hub of far southeastern Arizona.
Established as a Railroad terminal in 1880, Willcox became a small rural community supporting local Farms, Orchards, Vineyards and Ranches in a vast region of high-altitude basins and mountain ranges. Willcox is the hospitality gateway to Willcox Wine Country, the Chiricahua National Monument, Ft Bowie National Historic Site, and the Coronado National Forest. For more information visitwillcox.az.gov/

The Arizona Wine Garden Party
2023-02-25 11:00 - 2023-02-26 17:00 | Singh Meadows, 1490 E Weber Dr., Tempe, 85281, United States
Willcox Wine Country to Host The Arizona Wine Garden Party February 25th & 26th 2023, at Singh Meadows in Tempe
Two-day festival to benefit The Joy Bus & two-days of wine tasting with 15 Arizona wineries pouring over 150 wines in the Garden setting at Singh Meadows along with Arts and Crafts from Arizona Artists
Contact: 480-516-8848
Email: festivals@willcoxwinecountry.org
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-arizona-wine-garden-party-2023-tickets-502773006597
(Tempe, AZ) On Saturday February 25th & Saturday February 26th, 2023, The Wilcox Wine Country Partnership along with other wineries from around Arizona will host The Arizona Wine Garden Party at Singh Meadows. The Two-day Festival will feature AZ Wineries pouring over 150 Wines, Artists, Food Trucks, and live music.
The Garden Party will support: The Joy Bus Charity that is a nonprofit organization whose sole purpose is to relieve the daily struggles of people with cancer by delivering a fresh meal with a friendly face. Their mission is to improve the lives of their patrons through good food and company.
The Joy Bus was founded by award winning chef Jennifer Caraway whose tireless pursuit to help cancer patients is an inspiration.
The Garden Party is a 2nd time event being held at Singh Meadows a 72 acre oasis in North Tempe. This is a space where the community can come reconnect with nature while enjoying some great AZ Wine, Food and Live Music. Some of the Featured wineries include:
1764 Vineyards, Birds and Barrels Vineyards, Strive Vineyards, Coronado Vineyards, Cove Mesa Vineyard, Copper Horse Vineyard – CHV, Keeling Schaefer Vineyards, Arizona Stronghold Vineyards, Coatimundi Cellars, Cella Wines LLC, Su Vino Winery, Kokopelli Winery, DA Vines Vineyard, Soaring Wines, and Sonoita Vineyards
Our music schedule:
Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023:
11am – Shawn Johnson – Passionate folk-rock from a Tempe favorite
2pm – Honeygirl – Engaging new band with great vocals and excellent musicianship
Sunday, Feb. 26, 2023:
11am – Notes from Neptune – Interplanetary pop, rock and soul from a fun Valley band.
2pm – Jeordie & The Mixology Project – This lady is a pre-eminent Southwest folk-rocker with a strong musical pedigree.
The modern AZ Wine Industry started in the early 1980’s however viticulture originally began in Arizona in the 16th century when missionary Spanish Jesuit priests began to plant grapevines and make wine for sacramental use, now the wine industry in AZ has grown into over 100 licensed and bonded wineries, many have received national and international attention and accolades for their wines.

Kierland Fine Art & Wine Festival - Feb. 2023
2023-02-04 11:00 - 2023-02-05 17:00 | Kierland Commons, 15205 N Kierland Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ, 85254, United States
Get ready to raise a glass on February 4 & 5 at the Kierland Fine Art & Wine Festival!
Be inspired by the beauty taking over Main Street. More than 100 world-class artists will showcase their hand-created pieces, ready for you to take home. Savor wine tasting from Arizona’s top wineries and enjoy live music performances by popular Valley Artists.
This event is free and open to the public! Those 21 and older are welcome to purchase wine and beer-tasting tickets. Carpool, Uber or LFTY are recommended.
Saturday, February 4
Art Festival 10a-5p
Wine Garden 11a-5p
Wine Tasting : $35 per person pre-sale / $45 at the gate. Each ticket includes a commemorative wine glass and ten tasting tickets.
To ensure a great wine tasting experience, pre-sale tickets for Saturday may be limited. Tickets will still be available at the gates.
Sunday, February 5
Art Festival 10a-5p
Wine Garden 11a-5p
Wine Tasting : $30 per person pre-sale / $40 at the gate. Each ticket includes a commemorative wine glass and ten tasting tickets.
Saturday and Sunday
Beer Tasting $20. Each ticket includes a commemorative beer glass and ten tasting tickets.
*Last purchase of wine will be 30 minutes before closing.
Patrons will have the opportunity to explore Arizona’s wine regions with wine tasting from 15 of the state’s best wineries while strolling along Main Street, listening to live music, and enjoying Art from around the globe, including collections of original art representing various cultures and a range of subjects matter and media, including still life, landscape, portraiture, nature, and abstract. Original works include bronze, clay, glass, metal, and wood sculptures. Other works include paintings on canvas, mixed media, fiber art, hand-blown glass, handcrafted jewelry, photography and more.
This event is hosted by the Wilcox Wine Country Partnership in partnership with Vermillion Promotions, benefitting Horse’s Help.
Participating Wineries (TENTATIVE – MORE TO COME):

1764 Vineyards
Arizona Stronghold
Birds and Barrels
Caduceus and Merkin
Carlson Creek Vineyard
Copper Horse Vineyard
Cove Mesa Vineyard
DA Vines Vineyard
Keeling Schaefer Vineyards
Lightning Ridge Cellars
Provisioner Wine
Soaring Wines
Sonoita Vineyards
Strive Vineyards
Su Vino Winery

Band Schedule:
To Be Announced
Festival Add-Ons:
Extra Tasting Tickets – 5 for $10
FAQs
This is a rain or shine event!
Refund Policy:
Refunds will be granted up to January 29, 2023. No refunds once the event starts.
Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?
Anyone can enter the event free, however, you must be 21 to taste wine. Please bring ID.
What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?
There is parking around the Kierland Commons and in adjacent parking lots. You might also consider using Ride Share.
My partner doesn’t drink wine, can they get in? What about our designated driver?
The event is free to enter. We will be offering beer. All beer profits support Horses Help. If you have any questions at the festival, our front gate team has worked with us for the past 6 years and is well trained on how this festival will be operated.
General Information:
You cannot enter the event with alcoholic beverages purchased elsewhere or leave the event with an open container.
Are pets allowed?
Leash Only and Service Dogs only.
No Commercial Photography.
Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?
arizonawineevents@gmail.com
ABOUT WILLCOX WINE COUNTRY:
The Cochise Graham Wine Council, Inc. dba Willcox Wine Country, is a region and association of Arizona Farm Wineries and Vineyards located in Cochise and Graham counties in far southeastern Arizona. The Willcox area leads Arizona wine grape production by growing 74% of the state’s wine grapes and is the source of the most highly rated Arizona wines by Wine Spectator, San Francisco Chronicle, tastings.com and the Arizona Republic.
The area includes the Willcox AVA (American Viticultural Area), making it federally recognized as a unique and distinctive wine growing region in the United States. Willcox Wine Country features 10 tasting rooms, tours, locally grown and produced wines and the semi-annual Willcox Wine Country Festival (held in May and October), which has been rated by Fodor’s Travel as one of the top-ten wine festivals in North America. For more information visit www.willcoxwinecountry.org.
ABOUT HORSE’S HELP:
Horses Help serves the special needs and at-risk community by using horses and people to improve quality of life.
Our vision for the future is to provide the special needs community a therapeutic and recreational equine environment where collaborative efforts of likeminded organizations and volunteers can work together to design, construct and implement unique animal assisted opportunities maintaining the highest industry standards, while providing professional development of its participants, therapists, instructors, staff and volunteers, ensuring growth and diversity of the organization for years to come. For more information, visit www.horseshelp.org/.
ABOUT THE CITY OF WILLCOX
At the Center of the Willcox Wine Country region is the City of Willcox which is the historic, cultural, and economic hub of far southeastern Arizona.
Established as a Railroad terminal in 1880, Willcox became a small rural community supporting local Farms, Orchards, Vineyards and Ranches in a vast region of high-altitude basins and mountain ranges. Willcox is the hospitality gateway to Willcox Wine Country, the Chiricahua National Monument, Ft Bowie National Historic Site, and the Coronado National Forest. For more information visitwillcox.az.gov/

The Arizona Wine Festival
2023-01-28 - 2023-01-29 | Heritage Square, 113 N 6th St., Phoenix, AZ, 85004, United States
Willcox Wine Country to Host The Arizona Wine Festival January 28-30, 2023 at Heritage Square Park
Two-day festival to include a Winemakers Dinner to benefit Horses Help Foundation & two-days of wine tasting with 20 Arizona wineries pouring over 150 wines in downtown Phoenix
On Saturday, January 28 (11-7:30) – Sunday, January 29, 2022 (11-5:30), the Willcox Wine Country Partnership along with other wineries from around Arizona will host The Arizona Wine Festival at Heritage Square Park in downtown Phoenix. The two-day festival features Horses Help Foundation, Arizona’s premier accredited therapeutic and recreational agency that serves the special needs population through a unique collaboration of horses and people. The two-day festival will featuring 20 Arizona wineries pouring over 150 wines, along with live music, food trucks, artist, and other local vendors.
“This is the biggest celebration of Arizona wine in the state.” said Rod Keeling, president of the Willcox Wine Country Partnership and owner of Keeling Schaefer Vineyards. “Two years ago, we had a record number of wine tasters attend the festival. We are excited that festivals are once again being produced and we will have a chance to share our wines with everyone. This is our biggest event of the year and it’s wonderful to be able to share the story and evolution of the Willcox, Arizona wine industry with so many people.” This year, the festival has added “Beer Tastings” for those in your group that don’t care for wine.
What started as just a few wineries in the early 1980’s,the modern Arizona wine industry (viticulture originally began in Arizona in the 16th century when missionary Spanish Jesuit priests began to plant grapevines and make wine for sacramental use) has since grown into over 100 licensed and bonded wineries, many of which are receiving national and international attention and accolades for their wine.
With the recent approval of the Verde Valley as an American Viticultural Area (AVA), Arizona now has three AVAs: Sonoita, Willcox and the Verde Valley. This brings increased awareness distinction of Arizona wines.
The festival is sponsor by:

Arizona Wines

Visit Arizona

Master Mechanical HVACR

Willcox AZ

Some of the wineries participating include (Final list coming soon):

1764 Vineyards *
Arizona Stronghold Vineyards *
Birds and Barrel Vineyards *
Bodega Pierce
Caduceus Cellars *
Carlson Creek Vineyard *
Cella Winery
Copper Horse Vineyard *
Coronado Vineyards *
DA Vines Vineyard
Golden Rule Vineyards *
Keeling Schaefer Vineyards *
Page Springs Vineyards & Cellars *
Pillsbury Wine
Provisioner Wine
Sonoita Vineyards
Soaring Wines
Strive Vineyards *
Su Vino Winery
Vino Stashe

* Denotes Willcox Wine Country member. More wineries to be announced.
To purchase tickets to The Arizona Wine Festival, visit: https://the_arizona_wine_festival.eventbrite.com For more details on the event or Willcox Wine Country, visit https://willcoxwinecountry.org/ or connect with them on Facebook and Instagram.
In February, Willcox Wine Country and friends will be hosting our first wine and art festival at Singh Meadows. More information about this festival will be published on our websites: https://willcoxwinecountry.org/ and http://experiencearizonawine.com/.
About Willcox Wine Country
The Cochise Graham Wine Council, Inc. dba Willcox Wine Country, is a region and association of Arizona Farm Wineries and Vineyards located in Cochise and Graham counties in far southeastern Arizona. The Willcox area leads Arizona wine grape production by growing 74% of the state’s wine grapes and is the source of the most highly rated Arizona wines by Wine Spectator, San Francisco Chronicle, tastings.com and the Arizona Republic.
The area includes the Willcox AVA (American Viticultural Area), making it federally recognized as a unique and distinctive wine growing region in the United States. Willcox Wine Country features 10 tasting rooms, tours, locally grown and produced wines and the semi-annual Willcox Wine Country Festival (held in May and October), which has been rated by Fodor’s Travel as one of the top-ten wine festivals in North America. For more information visit www.willcoxwinecountry.org.
About the City of Willcox
At the Center of the Willcox Wine Country region, the City of Willcox is the historic, cultural, and economic hub of far southeastern Arizona.
Established as a Railroad terminal in 1880, Willcox became a small rural community supporting local Farms, Orchards, Vineyards and Ranches in a vast region of high-altitude basins and mountain ranges. Willcox is the hospitality gateway to Willcox Wine Country, the Chiricahua National Monument, Ft Bowie National Historic Site, and the Coronado National Forest.
For more information visitwillcox.az.gov/
About the Cochise County Tourism and Economic Council
The Council is an inter-governmental association of Cochise County and partner communities, including Willcox. Funds received from each entity are cooperatively invested in marketing efforts to promote Cochise County as a destination for tourists and economic investment. The communities are bound by geography and a common vision to enhance the regional economy. The Council and shares its passion for the region with potential visitors, businesses and residents.
For more information visit www.explorecochise.com

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Peoria Art &Wine Festival
2022-11-19 - 2022-11-20 | Centennial Plaza Park, 9875 N 85th Ave., Peoria, AZ, 85345, United States
Join us for the inaugural Fine Art & Wine Festival, featuring 15 of the best Arizona Wineries & more than 40 artist, crafts people & artisan
Get your Tickets today and discover why Peoria is a must-stop for Art and Wine lovers!
Saturday, Nov. 19
11a-5p
Wine Tasting : $35 per person pre-sale / $45 at the gate. Each ticket includes a commemorative wine glass and ten tasting tickets.
Sunday, Nov. 20
11a-5p
Wine Tasting : $30 per person pre-sale / $40 at the gate. Each ticket includes a commemorative wine glass and ten tasting tickets.
Beer Tasting $20. Each ticket includes a commemorative beer glass and ten tasting tickets.
Tickets include a commemorative wine glass and ten tasting tickets. Tickets will be available at the event for $10 for five additional tastings.
Patrons will have the opportunity to explore Arizona’s wine regions with wine tasting from 15 of the state’s best wineries while strolling & listening to live music, and enjoying art, crafts, and artisan vendors.
This event is hosted by the Wilcox Wine Country Partnership benefiting Silver Lining Riding .
Participating Wineries (TENTATIVE – MORE TO COME):
Aridus Winery
Arizona Stronghold
Caduceus Cellars
Copper Horse
Coronado Vineyards
Keeling Schaefer Vineyards
Page Springs
DA Vines Vineyard
Sonoita Vineyards
Su Vino Winery
Oak Creek Vineyards & Winery
Winery 101
Band Schedule:
To Be Announced
Festival Add-Ons:
Extra Tasting Tickets – 5 for $10
Sponsored byFAQs

FAQ
This is a rain or shine event!
Refund Policy:
Refunds will be granted up to Nov. 11, 20221. No refunds once the event starts.
Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?
Anyone can enter the event free, however, you must be 21 to taste wine. Please bring ID.
What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?
There is parking around the park including two parking garages.. You might also consider the Ride Share.
My partner doesn’t drink wine, can they get in? What about our designated driver?
In both cases, that person will be allowed in. One per group. We will be offering beer. All beer profits support Silver Lining Riding. If you have any questions at the festival, our front gate team has worked with us for the past 6 years and is well trained on how this festival will be operated.
General Information:
You cannot enter the event with alcoholic beverages purchased elsewhere or leave the event with an open container.
Are pets allowed?
Leash Only and Service Dogs only.
Persons under 21 must be accompanied by Parent or Guardian.
No Commercial Photography.
Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?
arizonawineevents@gmail.com
ABOUT WILLCOX WINE COUNTRY:
The Cochise Graham Wine Council, Inc. dba Willcox Wine Country, is a region and association of Arizona Farm Wineries and Vineyards located in Cochise and Graham counties in far southeastern Arizona. The Willcox area leads Arizona wine grape production by growing 74% of the state’s wine grapes and is the source of the most highly rated Arizona wines by Wine Spectator, San Francisco Chronicle, tastings.com and the Arizona Republic.
The area includes the Willcox AVA (American Viticultural Area), making it federally recognized as a unique and distinctive wine growing region in the United States. Willcox Wine Country features 10 tasting rooms, tours, locally grown and produced wines and the semi-annual Willcox Wine Country Festival (held in May and October), which has been rated by Fodor’s Travel as one of the top-ten wine festivals in North America. For more information visit www.willcoxwinecountry.org.
ABOUT THE CITY OF WILLCOX
At the Center of the Willcox Wine Country region is the City of Willcox which is the historic, cultural, and economic hub of far southeastern Arizona.
Established as a Railroad terminal in 1880, Willcox became a small rural community supporting local Farms, Orchards, Vineyards and Ranches in a vast region of high-altitude basins and mountain ranges. Willcox is the hospitality gateway to Willcox Wine Country, the Chiricahua National Monument, Ft Bowie National Historic Site, and the Coronado National Forest. For more information visitwillcox.az.gov/

Kierland Fine Art & Wine Festival
2022-10-29 - 2022-10-30 | Kierland Commons, 15205 N Kierland Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ, 85254, United States
Join us for the inaugural Fine Art & Wine Festival, featuring 15 of the best Arizona Wineries & more than 100 artists from around the globe.
Get your Tickets today and discover why Kierland Commons is a must-stop for Art and Wine lovers!
Saturday, October 29
Art Festival 10a-5p
Wine Garden 11a-8:30p
Wine Tasting : $35 per person pre-sale / $45 at the gate. Each ticket includes a commemorative wine glass and ten tasting tickets.
Sunday, October 30
Art Festival 10a-5p
Wine Garden 11a-5p
Wine Tasting : $30 per person pre-sale / $40 at the gate. Each ticket includes a commemorative wine glass and ten tasting tickets.
Beer Tasting $20. Each ticket includes a commemorative beer glass and ten tasting tickets.
*Last purchase of wine will be 30 minutes before closing.
Tickets include a commemorative wine glass and ten tasting tickets. Tickets will be available at the event for $10 for five additional tastings.
Patrons will have the opportunity to explore Arizona’s wine regions with wine tasting from 15 of the state’s best wineries while strolling along Main Street, listening to live music, and enjoying Art from around the globe, including collections of original art representing various cultures and a range of subjects matter and media, including still life, landscape, portraiture, nature, and abstract. Original works include bronze, clay, glass, metal, and wood sculptures. Other works include paintings on canvas, mixed media, fiber art, hand-blown glass, handcrafted jewelry, photography and more.
This event is hosted by the Wilcox Wine Country Partnership in partnership with Vermillion Productions, benefitting Horse’s Help.
Participating Wineries:
Arizona Stronghold
Caduceus Cellars
Copper Horse
Coronado Vineyards
DA Vines Vineyard
Keeling Schaefer Vineyards
Golden Rule Vineyards
Page Springs
DA Vines Vineyard
Sonoita Vineyards
Sunset Ride
Su Vino Winery
Oak Creek Vineyards & Winery
Band Schedule:
To Be Announced
Festival Add-Ons:
Extra Tasting Tickets – 5 for $10
FAQs
This is a rain or shine event!
Refund Policy:
Refunds will be granted up to October 20, 20221. No refunds once the event starts.
Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?
Anyone can enter the event free, however, you must be 21 to taste wine. Please bring ID.
What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?
There is parking around the Kierland Commons and in adjacent parking lots. You might also consider the Ride Share.
My partner doesn’t drink wine, can they get in? What about our designated driver?
In both cases, that person will be allowed in. One per group. We will be offering beer. All beer profits support Horses Help. If you have any questions at the festival, our front gate team has worked with us for the past 6 years and is well trained on how this festival will be operated.
General Information:
You cannot enter the event with alcoholic beverages purchased elsewhere or leave the event with an open container.
Are pets allowed?
Leash Only and Service Dogs only.
Persons under 21 must be accompanied by Parent or Guardian.
No Commercial Photography.
Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?
arizonawineevents@gmail.com
ABOUT WILLCOX WINE COUNTRY:
The Cochise Graham Wine Council, Inc. dba Willcox Wine Country, is a region and association of Arizona Farm Wineries and Vineyards located in Cochise and Graham counties in far southeastern Arizona. The Willcox area leads Arizona wine grape production by growing 74% of the state’s wine grapes and is the source of the most highly rated Arizona wines by Wine Spectator, San Francisco Chronicle, tastings.com and the Arizona Republic.
The area includes the Willcox AVA (American Viticultural Area), making it federally recognized as a unique and distinctive wine growing region in the United States. Willcox Wine Country features 10 tasting rooms, tours, locally grown and produced wines and the semi-annual Willcox Wine Country Festival (held in May and October), which has been rated by Fodor’s Travel as one of the top-ten wine festivals in North America. For more information visit www.willcoxwinecountry.org.

ABOUT HORSE’S HELP:
Horses Help serves the special needs and at-risk community by using horses and people to improve quality of life.
Our vision for the future is to provide the special needs community a therapeutic and recreational equine environment where collaborative efforts of likeminded organizations and volunteers can work together to design, construct and implement unique animal assisted opportunities maintaining the highest industry standards, while providing professional development of its participants, therapists, instructors, staff and volunteers, ensuring growth and diversity of the organization for years to come. For more information, visit www.horseshelp.org/.
ABOUT THE CITY OF WILLCOX
At the Center of the Willcox Wine Country region is the City of Willcox which is the historic, cultural, and economic hub of far southeastern Arizona.
Established as a Railroad terminal in 1880, Willcox became a small rural community supporting local Farms, Orchards, Vineyards and Ranches in a vast region of high-altitude basins and mountain ranges. Willcox is the hospitality gateway to Willcox Wine Country, the Chiricahua National Monument, Ft Bowie National Historic Site, and the Coronado National Forest. For more information visitwillcox.az.gov/
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Willcox Wine Festival - Fall 2022
2022-10-14 - 2022-10-16 | Willcox Wine Country, 157 N. Railroad Avenue, Willcox, 85643, United States
Willcox Wine Festival – Fall 2022 – Save the Date!

Fri. Oct. 14 – 6:00 pm till 9:00 pm – Wine Benefit Dinner – Willcox Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture

Sat. Oct. 15 – 11:00 am till 5:00 pm – Wine Festival – $35 per person pre-sale / $45 at the gate. Each ticket includes a commemorative wine glass and ten tasting tickets.
Sun. Oct. 16 – 11:00 am till 5:00 pm – Wine Festival – $30 per person pre-sale / $40 at the gate. Each ticket includes a commemorative wine glass and ten tasting tickets.
Beer Tasting – $20. Each ticket includes a commemorative beer glass and ten tasting tickets.
Featuring 16 of Arizona’s best wineries along with over 30 non-winery vendors including fine arts, artisan foods, vintage vendors, and non-stop entertainment along with 2 food trucks.
Sponsored by VisitArizona.com
Participating Wineries:
Birds & Barrels Vineyards | Bodega Pierce | Carlson Creek Vineyards
Coronado Vineyards | Golden Rule Vineyards | Keeling Schaefer Vineyards
Pillsbury Wine Company | Zarpara Vineyard | 1764 Vineyards
Copper Horse Vineyard | Strive Vineyards | Page Springs Cellars
DA Vines Vineyard | Sunset Ride Vineyards
Band Schedule:
Friday night:

6 – 9 pm – Jeordie

Sat 10/15:

11am Jeordie+ Band
2pm Fringe Benefit 3pc

Sun 10/16:

11am Liz & Pete
2pm Baja Caravan

Benefit Dinner Menu

Beef Tenderloin
Grilled Chicken Pesto
Sweet Chili Smoked Meatballs
Bacon Infused Brussel Sprouts
Southwestern Cream Corn
Tossed Green Salad
Green chili rice pilaf

Silent Auction

Private Wine Tastings
Mixed Cases of Wine
Tickets to Local Attractions
Many More Items!

FAQs
This is a rain or shine event!
Refund Policy
Refunds will be honored until 48 hours prior to the festival. No refunds after Oct. 16.
Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?
Anyone can enter the event free, however, you must be 21 to taste wine. Please bring ID.
What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?
There are plenty of free parking spaces in downtown Willcox.
My partner doesn’t drink wine, can they get in? What about our designated driver?
In both cases, that person will be allowed in. One per group. We will be offering beer. If you have any questions at the festival, our front gate team has worked with us for the past 8 years and is well trained on how this festival will be operated.
General Information:
You cannot enter the event with alcoholic beverages purchased elsewhere or leave the event with an open container.
Friendly Dogs on leash are welcome.
Persons under 21 must be accompanied by Parent or Guardian.
Where can I contact the organizer with any questions? festivals@willcoxwinecountry.org

ABOUT WILLCOX WINE COUNTRY:
The Cochise Graham Wine Council, Inc. dba Willcox Wine Country, is a region and association of Arizona Farm Wineries and Vineyards located in Cochise and Graham counties in far southeastern Arizona. The Willcox area leads Arizona wine grape production by growing 74% of the state’s wine grapes and is the source of the most highly rated Arizona wines by Wine Spectator, San Francisco Chronicle, tastings.com and the Arizona Republic.
The area includes the Willcox AVA (American Viticultural Area), making it federally recognized as a unique and distinctive wine growing region in the United States. Willcox Wine Country features 10 tasting rooms, tours, locally grown and produced wines and the semi-annual Willcox Wine Country Festival (held in May and October), which has been rated by Fodor’s Travel as one of the top-ten wine festivals in North America. For more information visit www.willcoxwinecountry.org.
ABOUT THE CITY OF WILLCOX
At the Center of the Willcox Wine Country region, the City of Willcox is the historic, cultural, and economic hub of far southeastern Arizona.
Established as a Railroad terminal in 1880, Willcox became a small rural community supporting local Farms, Orchards, Vineyards and Ranches in a vast region of high-altitude basins and mountain ranges. Willcox is the hospitality gateway to Willcox Wine Country, the Chiricahua National Monument, Ft Bowie National Historic Site, and the Coronado National Forest. For more information visitwillcox.az.gov/

Willcox Wine Country Spring Festival
2022-05-20 - 2022-05-22 | Willcox Wine Country, 157 N. Railroad Avenue, Willcox, 85643, United States
Fri. May 20 – 6:00 pm till 9:00 pm – Wine Benefit Dinner – To benefit the Northern Cochise Community Hospital – $75 advance | $85 at the door (We have a combination dinner and festival ticket for $100+
Sat. May 21 – 11:00 am till 5:00 pm – Wine Festival – $38 per person pre-sale (fee included) / $45 at the gate. Each ticket includes a commemorative wine glass and ten tasting tickets.
Sun. May 22 – 11:00 am till 5:00 pm – Wine Festival – $33 per person pre-sale (fee included)/ $40 at the gate. Each ticket includes a commemorative wine glass and ten tasting tickets.
Featuring 16 of Arizona’s best wineries along with over 30 non-winery vendors including fine arts, artisan foods, vintage vendors, and non-stop entertainment along with 2 food trucks.
Participating Wineries:
Birds & Barrels Vineyards | Bodega Pierce | Carlson Creek Vineyards
Coronado Vineyards | Golden Rule Vineyards | Keeling Schaefer Vineyards
Pillsbury Wine Company | Zarpara Vineyard | 1764 Vineyards | Copper Horse Vineyard
Strive Vineyards | Page Springs Cellars
Band Schedule:
Friday Evening:
Laura Joy
Saturday:
Laura Joy Duo, 11 – 2
Fringe Benefit Duo, 2 – 5
Sunday:
Damon McLaughlin, 11-2
Crystal Stark , 2-5
More information coming in March 2022!
FAQs
This is a rain or shine event!
Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?
Anyone can enter the event free, however, you must be 21 to taste wine. Please bring ID.
What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?
There are plenty of free parking spaces in downtown Willcox.
Are masks required?
Masks are optional.
Will you have hand sanitizer available?
Sanitizer stations will be spread out throughout the festival. We are also asking all vendors to have hand sanitizer available for you.
My partner doesn’t drink wine, can they get in? What about our designated driver?
In both cases, that person will be allowed in. One per group. We will be offering beer. If you have any questions at the festival, our front gate team has worked with us for the past 6 years and is well trained on how this festival will be operated.
General Information:
You cannot enter the event with alcoholic beverages purchased elsewhere or leave the event with an open container.
Friendly Dogs on leash are welcome.
Persons under 21 must be accompanied by Parent or Guardian.
Where can I contact the organizer with any questions? festivals@willcoxwinecountry.org
ABOUT WILLCOX WINE COUNTRY:
The Cochise Graham Wine Council, Inc. dba Willcox Wine Country, is a region and association of Arizona Farm Wineries and Vineyards located in Cochise and Graham counties in far southeastern Arizona. The Willcox area leads Arizona wine grape production by growing 74% of the state’s wine grapes and is the source of the most highly rated Arizona wines by Wine Spectator, San Francisco Chronicle, tastings.com and the Arizona Republic.
The area includes the Willcox AVA (American Viticultural Area), making it federally recognized as a unique and distinctive wine growing region in the United States. Willcox Wine Country features 10 tasting rooms, tours, locally grown and produced wines and the semi-annual Willcox Wine Country Festival (held in May and October), which has been rated by Fodor’s Travel as one of the top-ten wine festivals in North America. For more information visit www.willcoxwinecountry.org.
ABOUT THE CITY OF WILLCOX
At the Center of the Willcox Wine Country region, the City of Willcox is the historic, cultural, and economic hub of far southeastern Arizona.
Established as a Railroad terminal in 1880, Willcox became a small rural community supporting local Farms, Orchards, Vineyards and Ranches in a vast region of high-altitude basins and mountain ranges. Willcox is the hospitality gateway to Willcox Wine Country, the Chiricahua National Monument, Ft Bowie National Historic Site, and the Coronado National Forest. For more information visitwillcox.az.gov/

The Arizona Wine Garden Party
2022-02-26 11:00 - 2022-02-27 17:00 | Singh Meadows, 1490 E Weber Dr., Tempe, 85281, United States
Willcox Wine Country to Host The Arizona Wine Garden Party February 26th & 27th 2022, at Singh Meadows in Tempe
Two-day festival to benefit The Joy Bus & two-days of wine tasting with 15 Arizona wineries pouring over 150 wines in the Garden setting at Singh Meadows along with Arts and Crafts from Arizona Artists
Contact: 480-516-8848
Email: festivals@willcoxwinecountry.org
Tickets: https://the_arizona_wine_garden_party.eventbrite.com
(Tempe, AZ) On Saturday February 26th & Saturday February 27th, 2022, The Wilcox Wine Country Partnership along with other wineries from around Arizona will host The Arizona Wine Garden Party at Singh Meadows. The Two-day Festival will feature AZ Wineries pouring over 150 Wines, Artists, Food Trucks, and live music.
The Garden Party will support: The Joy Bus Charity that is a nonprofit organization whose sole purpose is to relieve the daily struggles of people with cancer by delivering a fresh meal with a friendly face. Their mission is to improve the lives of their patrons through good food and company.
The Joy Bus was founded by award winning chef Jennifer Caraway whose tireless pursuit to help cancer patients is an inspiration.
The Garden Party is a 1st time event being held at Singh Meadows a 72 acre oasis in North Tempe. This is a space where the community can come reconnect with nature while enjoying some great AZ Wine, Food and Live Music. Featured wineries include:
Birds and Barrels Vineyards, Strive Vineyards, Coronado Vineyards, Cove Mesa Vineyard, Barrelhead Farms Winery, Copper Horse Vineyard – CHV, Carlson Creek Vineyard, Keeling Schaefer Vineyards, Arizona Stronghold Vineyards, Coatimundi Cellars, Cella Wines LLC, Su Vino Winery, Kokopelli Winery, and Sonoita Vineyards
Our music schedule:
Saturday, Feb. 26, 2022:
11am to 12:45pm – Ramsey Roberson – The combination of award-winning bluesman Eric Ramsey and gifted strings player Robby Roberson is always a genuine treat.
1pm to 3:45pm – The Owls, featuring Amelia McLean – This up-and-coming singer songwriter is fun, original and a must-see among new, young talent in the Valley.
4pm to 7pm – The Sugar Thieves – When it comes to an authentic band with great vocals, excellent musicianship and a get-down spirit, these guys are it.
Sunday, Feb. 27, 2022:
11am to 1:45pm – Jeordie & The Mixology Project – This lady has become a pre-eminent Southwest folk-rocker and brings a strong pedigree from a famous musical family.
2pm to 5pm – Walt Richardson – There are only two stars carved into the concrete on Mill Avenue, and this is one of them. An Arizona musical legend with a world beat behind him

The modern AZ Wine Industry started in the early 1980’s however viticulture originally began in Arizona in the 16th century when missionary Spanish Jesuit priests began to plant grapevines and make wine for sacramental use, now the wine industry in AZ has grown into over 100 licensed and bonded wineries, many have received national and international attention and accolades for their wines.

Keeling Schaefer Vineyards - Sweet Wines and Sweethearts
2022-02-12 - 2022-02-13 | Keeling Schaefer Tasting Room, 154 N Railroad Ave., Willcox, Arizona, 85643, United States
Sweet Wines and Sweethearts
Featuring Coatimundi and Kokopelli Sweet wines

2 for one tasting fees
10% Off any purchase

Saturday open till 6pm

The Arizona Wine Festival
2022-01-28 18:00 - 2022-01-30 18:00 | Heritage Square, 113 N 6th St., Phoenix, AZ, 85004, United States
Willcox Wine Country to Host The Arizona Wine Festival January 28-30, 2022, at Heritage Square Park
Three-day festival to include a Winemakers Dinner to benefit Horses Help Foundation & two-days of wine tasting with
20 Arizona wineries pouring over 150 wines in downtown Phoenix
On Friday, January 28 – Sunday, January 30, 2022, the Willcox Wine Country Partnership along with other wineries from around Arizona will host The Arizona Wine Festival at Heritage Square Park in downtown Phoenix. The three-day festival will kick off with a winemakers’ dinner to support Horses Help Foundation, Arizona’s premier accredited therapeutic and recreational agency that serves the special needs population through a unique collaboration of horses and people. The two-day festival on Saturday, January 29 – Sunday, January 30 featuring 20 Arizona wineries pouring over 150 wines, along with live music, food trucks, artist, and other local vendors.
“This is the biggest celebration of Arizona wine in the state.” said Rod Keeling, president of the Willcox Wine Country Partnership and owner of Keeling Schaefer Vineyards. “Two years ago, we had a record number of wine tasters attend the festival. We are excited that festivals are once again being produced and we will have a chance to share our wines with everyone. This is our biggest event of the year and it’s wonderful to be able to share the story and evolution of the Willcox, Arizona wine industry with so many people.”
What started as just a few wineries in the early 1980’s,the modern Arizona wine industry (viticulture originally began in Arizona in the 16th century when missionary Spanish Jesuit priests began to plant grapevines and make wine for sacramental use) has since grown into over 100 licensed and bonded wineries, many of which are receiving national and international attention and accolades for their wine.
With the recent approval of the Verde Valley as an American Viticultural Area (AVA), Arizona now has three AVAs: Sonoita, Willcox and the Verde Valley. This brings increased awareness distinction of Arizona wines.
Some of the wineries participating include:

1764 Vineyards *
Aridus Wine Company *
Arizona Stronghold Vineyards *
Barrelhead Farms Winery *
Birds and Barrel Vineyards *
Caduceus Cellars *
Carlson Creek Vineyard *
Cella Winery
Copper Horse Vineyard *
Coronado Vineyards *.
Cove Mesa Vineyards
Golden Rule Vineyards *
Keeling Schaefer Vineyards *
Page Springs Vineyards & Cellars *
Sonoita Vineyards
Strive Vineyards *

* Denotes Willcox Wine Country member. More wineries to be announced.
To purchase tickets to The Arizona Wine Festival, visit: https://thearizonawinefestival2022.eventbrite.com. For more details on the event or Willcox Wine Country, visit https://willcoxwinecountry.org/ or connect with them on Facebook and Instagram.
In February, Willcox Wine Country and friends will be hosting our first wine and art festival at Singh Meadows. More information about this festival will be published on our websites: https://willcoxwinecountry.org/ and http://experiencearizonawine.com/.
About Willcox Wine Country
The Cochise Graham Wine Council, Inc. dba Willcox Wine Country, is a region and association of Arizona Farm Wineries and Vineyards located in Cochise and Graham counties in far southeastern Arizona. The Willcox area leads Arizona wine grape production by growing 74% of the state’s wine grapes and is the source of the most highly rated Arizona wines by Wine Spectator, San Francisco Chronicle, tastings.com and the Arizona Republic.
The area includes the Willcox AVA (American Viticultural Area), making it federally recognized as a unique and distinctive wine growing region in the United States. Willcox Wine Country features 10 tasting rooms, tours, locally grown and produced wines and the semi-annual Willcox Wine Country Festival (held in May and October), which has been rated by Fodor’s Travel as one of the top-ten wine festivals in North America. For more information visit www.willcoxwinecountry.org.
About the City of Willcox
At the Center of the Willcox Wine Country region, the City of Willcox is the historic, cultural, and economic hub of far southeastern Arizona.
Established as a Railroad terminal in 1880, Willcox became a small rural community supporting local Farms, Orchards, Vineyards and Ranches in a vast region of high-altitude basins and mountain ranges. Willcox is the hospitality gateway to Willcox Wine Country, the Chiricahua National Monument, Ft Bowie National Historic Site, and the Coronado National Forest.
For more information visitwillcox.az.gov/
About the Cochise County Tourism and Economic Council
The Council is an inter-governmental association of Cochise County and partner communities, including Willcox. Funds received from each entity are cooperatively invested in marketing efforts to promote Cochise County as a destination for tourists and economic investment. The communities are bound by geography and a common vision to enhance the regional economy. The Council and shares its passion for the region with potential visitors, businesses and residents.
For more information visit www.explorecochise.com

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Winemaking Scavenger Hunt
2021-12-11 - 2021-12-12 | Willcox Wine Country, 157 N. Railroad Avenue, Willcox, 85643, United States
On Hold – More information coming soon.

Time to learn more about winemaking! More information coming soon.

Willcox Wine Country Fall Festival
2021-10-16 - 2021-10-17 | Willcox Wine Country, 157 N. Railroad Avenue, Willcox, 85643, United States
Friday, October 15 – 6:00 pm till 9:00 pm – Railroad Park
Rex Allen Chuckwagon Wine Benefit Dinner
Saturday, October 16 – 11:00 am till 5:00 PM – Wine Festival
Sunday, October 17 – 11:00 am till 5:00 PM – Wine Festival
REX ALLEN CHUCKWAGON WINE BENEFIT DINNER DETAILS:
Friday, October 15: Rex Allen Museum Fundraisers – 6 pm till 9 pm – $45 per person pre-sale / $50 at the gate. Each ticket includes a commemorative wine glass and 8 tasting tickets.
Catered by Hawk’s Chuckwagon featuring authentic country and western culinary delights. Willcox Wine Country partners will be pouring wine. Ticket includes dinner and an 8-flight wine tasting. Live entertainment.
Guests are encouraged to dress in their best Country Attire. Dancing is optional!
All proceeds go to the Rex Allen Museum to help with their upcoming remodeling of the museum and Windmill Park.
WILLCOX WINE FESTIVAL DETAILS:
Saturday, October 16: Willcox Wine Festival – 11 am till 5 pm – $35 per person pre-sale / $40 at the gate. Each ticket includes a commemorative wine glass and ten tasting tickets.
Sunday, October 17: Willcox Wine Festival – 11 am till 5 pm – $30 per person pre-sale / $35 at the gate. Each ticket includes a commemorative wine glass and ten tasting tickets.
Featuring 16 of Arizona’s best wineries along with over 30 non-winery vendors including fine arts, artisan foods, vintage vendors, and non-stop entertainment along with 2 food trucks.
Participating Wineries:
Aridus Wine Company | Birds & Barrels Vineyards
Bodega Pierce | Carlson Creek Vineyards
Coronado Vineyards | Golden Rule Vineyards
Keeling Schaefer Vineyards | Pillsbury Wine Company
1764 Vineyards
Barrelhead Farms Winery | Copper Horse Vineyard
Strive Vineyards | Page Springs Cellars
Arizona Stronghold
Band Schedule:
To Be Announced
Festival Add-Ons:
The Willcox Fall Festival POKER RUN – $10 – Hit all the wineries and gather cards! Challenge your friends and family.
Cellar Selection Sunday – 5 Cellar Tastings – $15
Tour the Rex Allen Museum – $2
FAQs

This is a rain or shine event!
Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?
Anyone can enter the event free, however, you must be 21 to taste wine. Please bring ID.
What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?
There are plenty of free parking spaces in downtown Willcox.
Are masks required?
Masks are optional.
Will you have hand sanitizer available?
Sanitizer stations will be spread out throughout the festival. We are also asking all vendors to have hand sanitizer available for you.
My partner doesn’t drink wine, can they get in? What about our designated driver?
In both cases, that person will be allowed in. One per group. We will be offering beer. All beer profits support the Rex Allen Museum. If you have any questions at the festival, our front gate team has worked with us for the past 6 years and is well trained on how this festival will be operated.
General Information:
You cannot enter the event with alcoholic beverages purchased elsewhere or leave the event with an open container.
Friendly Dogs on leash are welcome.
Persons under 21 must be accompanied by Parent or Guardian.
Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?
festivals@willcoxwinecountry.org
ABOUT WILLCOX WINE COUNTRY:
The Cochise Graham Wine Council, Inc. dba Willcox Wine Country, is a region and association of Arizona Farm Wineries and Vineyards located in Cochise and Graham counties in far southeastern Arizona. The Willcox area leads Arizona wine grape production by growing 74% of the state’s wine grapes and is the source of the most highly rated Arizona wines by Wine Spectator, San Francisco Chronicle, tastings.com and the Arizona Republic.
The area includes the Willcox AVA (American Viticultural Area), making it federally recognized as a unique and distinctive wine growing region in the United States. Willcox Wine Country features 10 tasting rooms, tours, locally grown and produced wines and the semi-annual Willcox Wine Country Festival (held in May and October), which has been rated by Fodor’s Travel as one of the top-ten wine festivals in North America. For more information visit www.willcoxwinecountry.org.
ABOUT THE REX ALLEN MUSEUM:
The museum is dedicated to be a living history of Willcox’s Rex Allen. He was born in Willcox in 1920 and spent his younger years playing and signing along Railroad Avenue. Stardom beckoned and although Rex found fame in music, movies and television, he never forgot his hometown. Since 1951, Willcox has celebrated Rex Allen Days the first full weekend in October. The museum was opened in 1989 to home Rex and the Arizona Cowboy Hall of Fame. For more information, please visit www.rexallenmuseum.org.
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ABOUT THE CITY OF WILLCOX
At the Center of the Willcox Wine Country region, the City of Willcox is the historic, cultural, and economic hub of far southeastern Arizona.
Established as a Railroad terminal in 1880, Willcox became a small rural community supporting local Farms, Orchards, Vineyards and Ranches in a vast region of high-altitude basins and mountain ranges. Willcox is the hospitality gateway to Willcox Wine Country, the Chiricahua National Monument, Ft Bowie National Historic Site, and the Coronado National Forest. For more information visitwillcox.az.gov/

Harvest Wineopoly
2021-09-25 - 2021-09-26 | Willcox Wine Country, 157 N. Railroad Avenue, Willcox, 85643, United States
Saturday & Sunday Sept. 25 & 26 11:00 am till 5:00 PM
Check-in at Birds and Barrel Tasting Room
100 N Railroad Ave, Willcox, AZ 85643
HARVEST WINEOPOLY
$20 per person pre-sale / $30 day of event. Each ticket includes a commemorative wine glass and ten tasting tickets.
It is our take on a classic game. Harvest starts in August and can go through October. It is the one time a year when wines are produced. Guests will visit our vineyards, wineries and tasting rooms to Wineopoly pieces. At the vineyards, they can learn about the harvest process and taste grapes straight from the vines. The winners will be determined by the total value of the pieces they collect.
Collect properties (vineyards, wineries and tasting rooms) by visiting the Willcox vineyards, wineries and tasting rooms. The person with the highest property value wins! Prices include tickets to the wine festival, dinners and hotel stays.
Watch out there are some cards that will devalue your property like Late Spring Frost or Hailstorm. Likewise, you can increase the value of your properties by collecting all of a certain winery or duplicates.
Participating Wineries:
Aridus Wine Company | Birds & Barrels Vineyards
Bodega Pierce | Carlson Creek Vineyards
Coronado Vineyards | Golden Rule Vineyards
Keeling Schaefer Vineyards | Pillsbury Wine Company
Zarpara Vineyard | 1764 Vineyards
Barrelhead Farms Winery | Copper Horse Vineyard
Strive Vineyards

FAQs
This is a rain or shine event!
Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?
Anyone can enter the event free, however, you must be 21 to taste wine. Please bring ID.
What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?
There are plenty of free parking spaces in downtown Willcox. You will need to provide your own transportation to the wineries.
Are masks required?
Masks are optional.
Will you have hand sanitizer available?
Sanitizer stations will be spread out throughout the festival. We are also asking all vendors to have hand sanitizer available for you.
My partner doesn’t drink wine, can they get in? What about our designated driver?
In both cases, that person will be allowed in. One per group. We will be offering beer. All beer profits support the Rex Allen Museum. If you have any questions at the festival, our front gate team has worked with us for the past 6 years and is well trained on how this festival will be operated.
General Information:
You cannot enter the event with alcoholic beverages purchased elsewhere or leave the event with an open container.
Friendly Dogs on leash are welcome.
Persons under 21 must be accompanied by Parent or Guardian.
Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?
festivals@willcoxwinecountry.org
ABOUT WILLCOX WINE COUNTRY:
The Cochise Graham Wine Council, Inc. dba Willcox Wine Country, is a region and association of Arizona Farm Wineries and Vineyards located in Cochise and Graham counties in far southeastern Arizona. The Willcox area leads Arizona wine grape production by growing 74% of the state’s wine grapes and is the source of the most highly rated Arizona wines by Wine Spectator, San Francisco Chronicle, tastings.com and the Arizona Republic.
The area includes the Willcox AVA (American Viticultural Area), making it federally recognized as a unique and distinctive wine growing region in the United States. Willcox Wine Country features 10 tasting rooms, tours, locally grown and produced wines and the semi-annual Willcox Wine Country Festival (held in May and October), which has been rated by Fodor’s Travel as one of the top-ten wine festivals in North America. For more information visit www.willcoxwinecountry.org.
ABOUT WEBDECODER
WebDecoder® provides unique and innovative interactive solutions to all types of businesses which allow them to engage with their customers across multiple advertising mediums.
WebDecoder specializes in programs that promote and enhance brand awareness, optimize interactivity and customer engagement, and drive traffic to websites, retail stores and departments, trade show booths, restaurants, kiosks, and a variety of sporting venues and specialty events. For more information visit www.webdecoder.com
ABOUT THE CITY OF WILLCOX
At the Center of the Willcox Wine Country region, the City of Willcox is the historic, cultural, and economic hub of far southeastern Arizona.
Established as a Railroad terminal in 1880, Willcox became a small rural community supporting local Farms, Orchards, Vineyards and Ranches in a vast region of high-altitude basins and mountain ranges. Willcox is the hospitality gateway to Willcox Wine Country, the Chiricahua National Monument, Ft Bowie National Historic Site, and the Coronado National Forest. For more information visitwillcox.az.gov/

Birds & Barrels Vineyards – Pickin' and Sippin'
2021-08-21 11:00 - 17:00 | Birds & Barrels Tasting Room, 100 N Railroad Ave., Willcox, Arizona, 85643, United States
Harvest Party Event- Pickin’ and Sippin’. Help us bring in the harvest. Check our site for more information. https://birdsandbarrels.com/

Keeling Schaefer Vineyards - Monsoon Harvest
2021-08-21 - 2021-08-22 | Keeling Schaefer Tasting Room, 154 N Railroad Ave., Willcox, Arizona, 85643, United States
Monsoon Harvest
2 for one tasting fees
10% off and purchase
Saturday open till 6pm
More information coming soon at https://keelingschaefervineyards.com/

Coronado Vineyards Saturdays - Green Chile Burgers and Wine
2021-08-07 - 2021-08-28 | Coronado Vineyards, 2909 E Country Club Dr., Willcox, Arizona, 85643, United States
Green Chile Burgers and Wine every Saturday. Please check our website or Facebook for more details. http://coronadovineyards.com/index.html

Veraison Poker Run
2021-07-24 - 2021-07-25 | Willcox Wine Country, 157 N. Railroad Avenue, Willcox, 85643, United States
Join us for our second Poker Run through the Vineyards, Wineries and Tasting Rooms.
In viticulture, veraison is the onset of the ripening of the grapes. The official definition of veraison is:
“change of color of the grape berries”.
Each winery and select Willcox locations will be giving out cards when you check in. The best hand will win wonderful prizes.
Each ticket comes with a commemorative Willcox Wine Glass + 10 – $1 Gift Certificates that can be used for tastings.
Check in will be at Keeling Schaefer Tasting Room – 154 North Railroad Ave.
Willcox, AZ 85642
Participating Wineries:
Aridus Wine Company
Birds & Barrels Vineyards
Bodega Pierce
Carlson Creek Vineyards
Coronado Vineyards
Golden Rule Vineyards
Keeling Schaefer Vineyards
Pillsbury Wine Company
Zarpara Vineyard
1764 Vineyards
Barrelhead Farms Winery
Copper Horse Vineyard
Strive Vineyards

Birds & Barrels Vineyards – Sushi at the Vineyard
2021-07-17 11:00 - 23:00 | Birds & Barrels Tasting Room, 100 N Railroad Ave., Willcox, Arizona, 85643, United States
Join us in the vineyard for some great sushi and wine. Check our site for more information. https://birdsandbarrels.com/

Keeling Schaefer Vineyards - Daddy's Wine Weekend
2021-06-19 - 2021-06-20 | Keeling Schaefer Tasting Room, 154 N Railroad Ave., Willcox, Arizona, 85643, United States
June 19/20 Sat/Sun
Daddy’s Wine Weekend
2 for one tasting fees
10% off and purchase
Saturday open till 6pm
More information to come. Visit us at https://keelingschaefervineyards.com/

Birds & Barrels Vineyards – Late Night Music at the Vineyard
2021-06-12 16:00 - 23:00 | Birds & Barrels Tasting Room, 100 N Railroad Ave., Willcox, Arizona, 85643, United States
Join us in the vineyard for some great music and wine. Check our site for more information. https://birdsandbarrels.com/

Coronado Vineyards Weekends - Sun, Sangrias and Wine Slushies
2021-06-05 - 2021-06-27 | Coronado Vineyards, 2909 E Country Club Dr., Willcox, Arizona, 85643, United States
Sun, Sangrias and Wine Slushies all month long. Please check our website or Facebook for more details. http://coronadovineyards.com/index.html

Barrelhead Farms Winery - Wine Shooter Day
2021-05-31 | Barrelhead Farms, 4923 E. Arzberger Road, Willcox, Arizona, 85643, United States
Bloody Mary wine shots and hot pepper shooters from $5 a shot.

Willcox Wine Country Spring Festival
2021-05-15 11:00 - 2021-05-16 17:00 | Willcox Wine Country, 157 N. Railroad Avenue, Willcox, 85643, United States
We are excited to announce, THE SPRING FESTIVAL IS HAPPENING! MAY 15 & 16 (11am till 5pm both days)!
We have worked hard to layout a festival that is fun, exciting while ensuring everyone’s safety!
Participating Wineries:
Birds & Barrels Vineyards | Bodega Pierce
Carlson Creek Vineyards | Coronado Vineyards
Golden Rule Vineyards | Keeling Schaefer Vineyards
Pillsbury Wine Company | 1764 Vineyards
Barrelhead Farms Winery | Copper Horse Vineyard
Deep Sky Vineyard |Page Springs Cellars
Strive Vineyards
We will have over 20 non-winery vendors along with 2 food trucks.
We are currently working on our music schedule and will release it on our social media sites. We will not be having the “big bands” in the later afternoon this time. The music will mainly be solo artist, duets or trios.
This festival will look a little different:

Smaller in size, we will only be utilizing Railroad Park and Railroad Ave. between Maley and Stewart.
Our booths will be spaced out to ensure we minimize lines. Each vendor will have the option to serve off of a minimum of two sides in their booth.
We will not have chairs in the park. If you would like to bring a blanket or chair, please feel free. There will be limited tables and chairs for dining around the street.
Lighter music. We will still have open till close music.
Sanitizer stations will be spread out throughout the festival.
We are asking our vendors and servers to wear mask or have a protective barrier between them our their guests. Mask for guests are optional.
The entrance will be across from Windmill park (next to the Rex Allen Museum). Exits will be located at Railroad Ave & Maley along with Railroad Ave and Stewart.
There is only one ticket for sale – Wine Tasting + 10 Tasting Tickets. Glass glasses can be purchased for an additional cost. All credit card and event site fees are included. Additional tickets can be purchased for 5 tasting tickets for $10.
We will be offering beer. All beer profits support the Sulfur Springs Historical Society.
General Admission tickets will cost $5 and will only be sold at the entry gate.

We have a maximum capacity we are working with. Wine tasters with tickets will be allowed in. If we sell out of wine tasting tickets, general admission will be limited and their will be a $5 charge for general admission.
Tickets available at: https://www.tix.com/ticket-sales/willcoxwinecountry/6552
ABOUT COCHISE GRAHAM WINE COUNCIL, INC | WILLCOX WINE COUNTRY:
Cochise Graham Wine Council (formally Willcox Wine Country Partnership) is a consortium of Arizona Farm Wineries located in the Willcox area, Cochise and Graham counties in southeastern Arizona. The Willcox area leads the industry’s grape production by growing 74% of the state’s wine grapes and is the source of the most highly rated Arizona wines by Wine Spectator, with 45 wines rated 88-90 over the past 10 years. The area is designated the Willcox AVA (American Viticultural Area), making it federally recognized as a unique and distinctive wine growing region in the United States. Local wineries feature 10 tasting rooms, tours, locally grown and produced wines and the semi-annual Willcox Wine Country Festival (held in May and October), which has been rated by Fodor’s Travel as one of the top-ten wine festivals in North America. For more information visit www.willcoxwinecountry.org.
FAQs
Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?
Anyone can enter the event free, however, you must be 21 to taste wine. Please bring ID.
What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?
There are plenty of free parking spaces in downtown Willcox.
I see you are offering tickets by time, what does that mean and how long can I stay?
To help with ensuring NO-LINES we are only letting a set number of people in per hour. You are free to stay as long as you like. Remember there are a number of tasting rooms in downtown Willcox to visit along with wineries with tasting rooms located within 20 minutes of the festival.

Are mask required?
We are asking our vendors and servers to wear mask or have a protective barrier between them our their guests. Mask for guests are optional.
Will you have hand sanitizer available?
Sanitizer stations will be spread out throughout the festival. We are also asking all vendors to have hand sanitizer available for you.
Are you having your dinner on Friday or the Saturday after dark activities?
We are not going to have these events at this festival. We are hopeful they will return for the October festival.
What happens if you sell out of wine tasting tickets?
If we sell-out, general admission will be cut-off. We will be monitoring the total capacity of the festival throughout the day. With the smaller festival, we want to ensure the people that do attend have a great time and have plenty of space for social distancing.
My partner doesn’t drink wine, can they get in? What about our designated driver?
In both cases, that person will be allowed in. One per group. We will be offering beer. All beer profits support the Sulfur Springs Historical Society. If you have any questions at the festival, our front gate team has worked with us for the past 6 years and is well trained on how this festival will be operated.
What can/can’t I bring to the event?
You cannot enter the event with alcoholic beverages purchased elsewhere or leave the event with an open container. Friendly Dogs on leash are welcome. Persons under 21 must be accompanied by Parent or Guardian.
Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?
www.willcoxwinecountry.org

Golden Rule Vineyards - Barrel Tasting and Blending Seminar
2021-05-08 11:00 - 17:00 | Golden Rule Vineyards, 469 S. Haskell Avenue, Willcox, Arizona, 85643, United States
Barrel Tasting and Blending Seminar- limit 12 guests, starts at 11 AM. https://www.goldenrulevineyards.com/

Sparkling Saturdays at Bodega Pierce
2021-05-01 - 2021-05-29 | Bodega Pierce, 4511 East Robbs Road, Willlcox, AZ, 85643, United States
Sparkling Wine Every Saturday in May
Bodega Pierce is excited to release our first sparkling wines. We are making the most of our winery in Clarkdale and trying some new things. In 2020, three new sparkling wines came to life. Multiple small trial batches helped create the ultimate style.

Please join us at our Clarkdale and Willcox tasting rooms in May as we open the wines to share with our guests. Each week one of the three wines will be showcased alongside our other great wines. All three are available for purchase. Make an appointment on our website and we will have a spot ready for you.

Bud Break Promotion
2021-04-10 - 2021-04-11 | AZ
There is no mistaking it—bud break is that glorious moment that happens in the vineyard each spring as the vines wake up from their winter dormancy. All winter long, grapevines stood lifeless and bare, but as the temperature rises and the days lengthen, they are suddenly bursting with vitality.
Like our Poker Run, you chance to tour wineries and vineyards. Meet the winemakers. Learn about Willcox Wine Country and so much more.
Tickets available at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/willcox-wine-country-bud-break-promotion-april-1011-tickets-143524005163
Participating Wineries:
Birds & Barrels Vineyards | Bodega Pierce
Carlson Creek Vineyards | Coronado Vineyards
Golden Rule Vineyards | Keeling Schaefer Vineyards
Pillsbury Wine Company | Zarpara Vineyard
1764 Vineyards | Barrelhead Farms Winery
Copper Horse Vineyard | Strive Vineyards
Bud Break
Each person that purchases a ticket will get:

10 – $1 gift certificates redeemable at participating wineries
Unique opportunities to search the vineyards for bud breaks
A chance to talk winemaker and vineyards management with the owners
Travia Questions
A chance to win and earn great prizes. At each stop you can win instantly and the person with the most correct trivia answers wins a grand prize.

Don’t forget to get a passport to Willcox Wine Country.
https://willcoxwinecountry.org/passport/
Passport to Willcox Wine Country
This passport will give you special deals at participating Willcox Wine Country Wineries. In the future, we are working with the City of Willcox on monthly promotions! Passport holders will get special invitations, discounts and other surprises.
Visit Wineries & Vineyards Through Willcox Wine Country
The bud break promotion will be an exciting time at the vineyards. Each purchase enters the purchaser into the promotion. You will register at the Willcox Wine Country Information Booth located on Railroad Ave. at the Rex Allen Muesum. At that time, you will be registered and the rules will be explained.
There will be 3 “destination areas” where you can taste wine and play the promotion. Here are some of the basic rules:

Destination 1 – Wineries in Downtown Willcox – Carlson Creek, Golden Rule and Keeling Schaefer, Strive Vineyards, Copper Horse and Birds & Barrel.
Destination 2 – Coronado Vineyards
Destination 3 – Kansas Settlement Area – Birds and Barrels, Pillsbury, Zarpara, Bodega Pierce, Barrelhead Farms along with 1764 Vineyards.
You can choose your own path.

There will be an overview of the bud break promotion given every half hour at the Information Booth.
Complete details are available on our Website www.willcoxwinecountry.org. Check back occasionally to stay up to date. We will be announcing other participants soon.
Our Safety Procedures
Our goal is to put on a safe and socially distancing promotion/festival. We are concerned about our customers and vendors safety. In order to ensure these goals, the following guidelines must be adhered to:

If you are sick, please stay home. If you have tested positive for Covid-19 within the previous two weeks, please stay home.
Everyone must wear a mask! Mask may be removed to sample wine and eat. Please wear your mask when going from vendor to vendor.
Social distancing markers must be adhered to. We have spaced out our booths and given extra travel paths between vendors.
No groups over 10 people.
Avoid congregating in the park or at the wineries.
There will be a basic health screen at the entry and at the wineries, all vendors and customers must pass the screen to enter the festival grounds.

COVID-19 RELEASE & HOLD-HARMLESS AGREEMENT
This document has legal consequences. If you do not understand it, consult your attorney. The current world-wide Coronavirus (“COVID-19”) pandemic and Arizona’s Governor’s Executive Orders are affecting operations of businesses and events in many communities. These Orders underscore the risks associated for individuals attending festivals, and the risks for vendors; by allowing customers to enter the festival grounds. By procedure with your ticket purchase, you understand that exposure to disease-causing organisms and objects, such as COVID-19, and personal contact with others, including but not limited to vendors, other customers, event staff and others associated with the promotion/festival, involves a certain degree of risk that could result in illness, permanent disability or death. By proceeding with your ticket purchase, you also acknowledge that it is impossible to screen and/or monitor all such individuals. After fully and carefully considering all the potential risks involved, I hereby assume the same and agree to release and hold-harmless Cochise Graham Wine Council, (dba Willcox Wine Festival), the City of Willcox, AZ, all participating wineries and vendors, and its employees, officers, agents, and vendors from and against, all claims and liability resulting from exposure to disease-causing organisms and objects, such as COVID-19, associated with me either viewing and/or inspecting property occupied by others, or allowing others to enter property which I own or occupy. You further agree to share this information with any customers you are purchasing tickets for.
Thank you for your patience. We appreciate your continued loyalty and understanding during this difficult time. Stay safe and healthy, we’ll see you soon.
ABOUT COCHISE GRAHAM WINE COUNCIL, INC | WILLCOX WINE COUNTRY:
Cochise Graham Wine Council (formally Willcox Wine Country Partnership) is a consortium of Arizona Farm Wineries located in the Willcox area, Cochise and Graham counties in southeastern Arizona. The Willcox area leads the industry’s grape production by growing 74% of the state’s wine grapes and is the source of the most highly rated Arizona wines by Wine Spectator, with 45 wines rated 88-90 over the past 10 years. The area is designated the Willcox AVA (American Viticultural Area), making it federally recognized as a unique and distinctive wine growing region in the United States. Local wineries feature 10 tasting rooms, tours, locally grown and produced wines and the semi-annual Willcox Wine Country Festival (held in May and October), which has been rated by Fodor’s Travel as one of the top-ten wine festivals in North America. For more information visit www.willcoxwinecountry.org.
FAQs – This is a Rain Or Shine Event
Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?
Anyone can enter the event free, however, you must be 21 to taste wine. Please bring ID. The festival in Railroad Park is free to attend.
What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?
There are plenty of free parking spaces in downtown Willcox.
What can/can’t I bring to the event?
You cannot enter the event with alcoholic beverages purchased elsewhere or leave the event with an open container. Friendly Dogs on leash are welcome. Persons under 21 must be accompanied by Parent or Guardian.
Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?
www.willcoxwinecountry.org

Birds & Barrels Vineyards - Tasting Room Grand Opening
2021-03-20 11:00 - 17:00 | Birds & Barrels Tasting Room, 100 N Railroad Ave., Willcox, Arizona, 85643, United States
Come out and help us celebrate the opening of our new tasting room in downtown Willcox.

Golden Rule Vineyards - Vertical Syrah Tasting
2021-03-20 | Golden Rule Vineyards, 469 S. Haskell Avenue, Willcox, Arizona, 85643, United States
A great chance to taste Syrah from various vintages. Learn more at https://www.goldenrulevineyards.com/
