Willcox Wine Country

Birds & Barrels Vineyards – Late Night Music at the Vineyard
2021-06-12 16:00 - 23:00 (America/Phoenix) | 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 (America/Phoenix) | 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 (America/Phoenix) | 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 (America/Phoenix) | 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/

March Passport Promotions & Specials
2021-03-01 - 2021-03-31 | Willcox Wine Country, 157 N. Railroad Avenue, Willcox, 85643, United States
March Passport Discounts and Specials
Bodega Pierce – Wine Club Every Day Tasting Rooms Are Open | Passport 5% Off 3-Bottle Purchase ~ 10% Off 6-Bottle Purchase
Carlson Creek Vineyards – Sundays Tastings are 2 for 1
Coronado Vineyards – Happy Hour all month from 3-6pm

$5 glasses of wine
20% off flatbread pizzas

Keeling Schaefer Vineyards – Spring Forward

2 for one tasting fees
10% off any purchase
Saturday open till 6pm

Pillsbury Wine Company – 2 for 1 Tastings | 10% Off 3+Bottle Purchase
Zarpara Vineyard – Wine of the Month 5% discount off 3 bottles (tasting room only – not online)
1764 Vineyards – Buy 1 Get 1 Free tasting
Barrelhead Farms Winery – Happy Hour All Month 3 – 6 PM
Copper Horse Vineyard – TBA
March Events
Birds & Barrels Vineyards – Grand Opening and ribbon cutting Rail Road Avenue Tasting Room
Golden Rule Vineyards – 20th – Vertical Tasting – Golden Rule Syrahs
Strive Vineyards – 13th – Pim’s & Port Party

Port Release Party
Music and Food

Golden Rule Vineyards - Chocolate and Wine Pairing
2021-02-20 | Golden Rule Vineyards, 469 S. Haskell Avenue, Willcox, Arizona, 85643, United States
Come and pair wines and chocolate! Learn more at https://www.goldenrulevineyards.com/

Barrelhead Farms Winery Whiskey & Wine
2021-02-13 12:00 - 18:00 (America/Phoenix) | Barrelhead Farms, 4923 E. Arzberger Road, Willcox, Arizona, 85643, United States
Barrelhead Farms Winery and Elgin Distillery will team up for a fun-filled afternoon of “Whiskey and Wine” tasting on Saturday, February 13th, from 12 to 6 pm. Advanced tickets are not needed but masks are required. Thanks so much!

The Elgin Distillery was named Arizona Distillery of the Year, and it produces World class handcrafted Arizona Bourbon & Rye, Brandy, Rums, Vodka, Gin.

The cost of the event is $20 for a souvenir wine glass, 5 wine tastes, plus 5 distillery tastes. For information, please call at 520-253-3231or email info@barrelheadfarms.com

Directions: The address is 4923 E. Arzberger Road, Willcox, AZ 85643 From Phoenix or Tucson: From Highway 10, take exit #336 – Take Haskell Avenue to Maley St, head south on 186. Turn right on Kansas Settlement Road. Make a Left on Arzberger (A paved road). At Mile marker 3 (look for the 3 silos) turn right into Wayward Winds and Barrelhead Farms will be on your left.

Coronado Vineyards Weekends - Wine and Chocolates | Rose' and Roses
2021-02-05 - 2021-02-27 | Coronado Vineyards, 2909 E Country Club Dr., Willcox, Arizona, 85643, United States
February is for Lovers – Wine, Chocolate and Roses. Please check our website or Facebook for more details. http://coronadovineyards.com/index.html

Pillsbury Vertical Chardonnay Tasting
2021-02-05 - 2021-02-07 | Pillsbury Wine, 6450 S Bennett Pl,, Willcox, Arizona, 85643, United States
Save these Dates: February 5th, 6th ,and 7th!
Vertical Tasting of 3 gorgeous Pillsbury Chardonnays, Vintages 2017, 2018, 2019 at Pillsbury Wine Company, 6450 S Bennett Place, Willcox. These hand harvested White Burgundy style Dijon Clone sustainably grown wines were wild yeast fermented in stainless steel and neutral oak barrels. With Sam and Teresa, only $10!
https://www.pillsburywine.com/

February Passport Promotions & Specials
2021-02-01 - 2021-02-28 | Willcox Wine Country, 157 N. Railroad Avenue, Willcox, 85643, United States
February Passport Discounts and Specials
Zarpara Vineyard – Wine of the Month 5% discount off 3 bottles (tasting room only – not online)
1764 Vineyards – Give the gift of Rose’ – 5% off Cochise Sunset Rose’ Bottles – Tasting Room ONLY
Barrelhead Farms Winery -13th – Whiskey and Wine 12-6 PM
Copper Horse Vineyard – Saturday 2/13 and Sunday 2/14: “A two for one tasting to any couples”.
Strive Vineyards – Feel the Love Special- 10% off any purchase of 3 bottles & all retail items
February Events
Birds & Barrels Vineyards – 20th & 21st – Sushi at the Vineyard
Carlson Creek Vineyards – 14th – Valentines day celebration-2 for 1 tastings, rose for the ladies and fudge available
Coronado Vineyards – Wine and Chocolates | Rose’ and Roses

Every Weekend in February

Golden Rule Vineyards – 20th Chocolate and Wine Pairing
Keeling Schaefer Vineyards – 13th & 14th – Sweet Wines and Sweethearts

Featuring Coatimundi and Kokopelli Sweet wines
2 for one tasting fees
10% Off any purchase
Saturday open till 6pm

Pillsbury Wine Company – 5th – 7th – Vertical Chardonnay Tasting

The Arizona Wine Festival
2021-01-30 - 2021-01-31 | Heritage Square, 113 N 6th St., Phoenix, AZ, 85004, United States
This event has been cancelled. We are waiting on the city of Phoenix to reschedule. Thanks for your interest.

2021 Willcox Wine Passport
2021-01-01 - 2021-03-31 | AZ
The 2021 Willcox Wine Country Passport is Here!

We are excited to announce our first ever Willcox Wine Country Passport!
This is your pass to exclusive discounts, invitations and specials at one of our participating wineries! Currently there are 12 wineries participating with monthly promotions and 2 others that will have a couple of featured vineyard activities throughout the year.
In addition to the wineries’ promotions and events, Willcox Wine Country has six “Signature” events planned for 2021. They are:
April – Bud Break Electronic Scratcher Game: Reg. Price $35 | Passport Price $25
May – Spring Festival: Reg. Price $25-$35 | Passport Price $15-$25
July – Veraison Poker Run: Reg. Price $35 | Passport Price $25
Sept – Harvest Wineopoly: Reg. Price $35 | Passport Price $25
Oct. – Fall Festival: : Reg. Price $25-$35 | Passport Price $15-$25
Dec. – Winemaking Scavenger Hunt: Reg. Price $35 | Passport Price $25
The passport will be run digitally from your phone and/or computer. You will be able to visit and check-in at the wineries and your passport will be stamped! You will be able to see your collection of stamps from your passport.
Each winery participating will have a schedule of events for the whole year for you to plan your trips to Willcox! There are over 125 promotions listed in the passport. In addition to these promotions, passport holders will receive:

10 – $1.00 gift certificates redeemable at any of the participating wineries
$10 off per person at our signature events

To add some more fun and excitement, passport holders who visit and check-in at the most wineries throughout the year will be eligible for additional prizes in January of 2022. These prizes include an invitation to a private winemakers dinner, bottles of wine, hotel nights, restaurant gift certificates and more!
The Passport is $40 Per Person
Here are some links to our Instructional Videos (Written instructions below)
Registration Video
https://youtu.be/9ldz-i9QppI
How to Re-Enter Your Passport
https://youtu.be/5YDbNY6q8ls
Passport Navigation
https://youtu.be/IoMJtUPCAok
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When you sign up:

You will sign-up for the WWC Passport with an Email Address that you can access on your computer, phone or any other device of your choice. Please make note of this Email Address as it will be the Email Address that you will always use when prompted to get back into the WWC Passport. If you lose record of this Email Address, you will need to contact us at festivals@willcoxwinecountry.org to work out any issues. Important NOTE – Do not sign-up with a different Email Address in the future because we will not be able to merge your Passport Stamps with more than 1 Email Address.
Once you enter your Email Address and press the Submit button, you will be sent a unique Website Link to your Email Address. Please click on this Website Link and this will start the WWC Passport registration process.
In the next step, you will need to minimally fill out your First Name and Last Name and place a Check Mark in the box that indicates that you would like to continue to register for the WWC Passport. When finished, press the Submit button.
On the Next Page, you will be given the option to Pay for the WWC Passport (clicking this button will open another tab and take you to our Square credit card payment system — ** Please purchase ONLY 1 passport per entry as there is a unique registration Website Link sent for each person’s WWC Passport). Once you have successfully made your payment, you will then Click on your initial WWC Passport registration tab to place a Check Mark in the box to confirm that you have indeed PAID for your WWC Passport. You will then press the Continue button for the final step of registration.
Please fill in your phone number (used only if we need to contact you about any issues) and place a Check Mark in the box indicating you are 21 years and older — also place a Check Mark to Opt-In to our Email list (based upon your choice this will enter you into our system to receive special promotional emails in the future). Once you have paid and registered, you will be automatically sent to the WWC Passport Home Page. You will notice various participating winery icons and additional navigation options indicated by the three dots in the top right corner of the WWC Passport Home Page.
We recommend you Bookmark the WWC Passport in your browser and star/save the email link that is sent to you. Both methods will take you back to your WWC Passport.
Additionally, you can always return to your WWC Passport through our Website located at willcoxwinecountry.org/passport/ (we also recommend that you Bookmark this page for future reference). You will then scroll to the bottom of this page and click on the RE-ENTER YOUR PASSPORT button. When you click on this button, you will be directed to enter an Email Address (NOTE: This must be the same Email Address used when you originally registered for the WWC Passport). Once this is done, a Website Link will be sent to your Email Address which will allow re-entry to your WWC Passport. (if you are prompted to Register for the WWC Passport, this indicates you have entered a different Email Address than what you entered from your initial registration and we recommend you contact us at festivals@willcoxwinecountry.org to get your issues resolved.)
As final reminder, you can follow steps 6 and 7 above to access your WWC Passport on any of your devices such as phone, computer or tablet.
In order to receive a Passport Stamp by visiting any participating winery and/or events – you will need to visit a tasting room associate on the premises and have the WWC Passport Home Page open on your phone in order to Check-In. You will follow further instructions from the tasting room associate.
To obtain a Passport Stamp, you may Check-In ONCE per Dated Promotion listed on the Calendar of Events for a participating winery and/or event. This One-Time Check-In is only valid whether it is listed as a 1-day promotion, 2-day promotion or a month-long promotion. Please remember there is only ONE Passport Stamp that will be issued for these events or promotions.
You can pick up your Gift Certificates at Keeling Schaefer Vineyards Tasting Room at 154 N Railroad Ave, Willcox, AZ 85643. You will use a similar method mentioned in Step 9 to Check-In for your Gift Certificates using the bottom right Gift Certificate icon.

Throughout the 2021 Calendar Year, please refer to the Calendar Events for each participating winery to view which Event(s) a particular winery is hosting. We will also have a listing of our WWC Signature Events as well (this listing can be found by clicking on the Signature Events icon at the bottom of the WWC Passport Home Page or by clicking the WWC logo). We are also working with local businesses that will be offering specials and discounts (these can be found on the WWC Passport Home Page by clicking the three dots in the top right corner and clicking the respective link)
Help us make 2021 the best year ever and help us make Willcox Wine Country the premier wine region in Arizona and the Southwest.
Sign-Up Re-enter Your Passport

Bravo Vino
2020-11-07 | AZ
Location: The Gregory School, 3231 N Craycroft Rd, Tucson, AZ 85712
Tickets: eventbrite.com
November 7, 2020 – Bravo Vino Wine Festival – Saturday 11 am till 6 pm – $20 to $25 per person pre-sale/$25 to $30 at the gate
The Cochise Graham Wine Council, Inc and the Tucson Opera League have teamed up for the second year to present this festival in Tucson. Along with the wineries, live music featuring some of Tucson and Arizona’s best band with popular Opera performances mixed it. This dynamic music line-up is a “Don’t Miss” opportunity to support the art.
The festival will feature over 40 non-wine vendors such as our vintage village, artisan culinary delights, fine artist and much more. More details to follow.

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 at the Gregory School.
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.

Willcox Wine Country Fall Passport/Poker Run Promotion - Oct. 17/18
2020-10-17 - 2020-10-18 | Willcox Wine Country, 157 N. Railroad Avenue, Willcox, 85643, United States
Every spring and fall, we look forward to seeing you at the Willcox Wine Country Festival. Given the uncertain times we are experiencing due to COVID-19, we’ve come up for an exciting promotion for fall festival dates.
There is nothing more important to us than ensuring the health and safety of guest, vendors and support team. When purchasing tickets you will be asked to agree to abide by our procedures and protocols.
While we cannot do a traditional festival, we have created an exciting Weekend in Willcox promotion!
Festival in the Park
At Railroad Park, we will feature craft, artisan and specialty vendors. (No wineries). There will also be two food trucks. Entry to the park is free.
Passport & Poker Run
Tickets on Eventbrite.
Each person that purchases the passport and poker run will get:

10 – $1 gift certificates redeemable at participating wineries
Passport to Willcox Wine Country
Entry into the Poker Run

One Designated Driver per two paid entries will be allowed to participate in the poker run and eligible for prizes. They must register on Eventbrite.
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.
Poker Run Through Willcox Wine Country
The poker run will be an exciting addition to the weekend. Each purchase enters the purchaser into the poker run. You will register at the Willcox Wine Country Information Booth located at the corner of Maley and Railroad Ave. At that time, you will be registered and the rules will be explained.
There will be 4 destinations where you can get cards. The best 5 card hand will wine great prices! We will have additional prizes for 2nd through 10th place. Here are some of the basic rules:

Destination 1 – Festival in the Park. 2 Vendors will be giving out cards.
Destination 2 – Wineries in Downtown Willcox – Carlson Creek, Golden Rule and Keeling Schaefer
Destination 3 – Coronado Vineyards + Page Springs Cellars
Destination 4 – Kansas Settlement Area – Birds and Barrels & Pillsbury Wine
You can choose your own path.

There will be an overview of the poker run 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

Hike The Ocotillo Trail
2020-05-23 10:00 - 17:00 UTC | Kartchner Caverns State Park, 2980 AZ-90, Benson, AZ, 85602, United States
Get a taste of the Whetstone Mountains backcountry on the Ocotillo Trail! Join an experienced park ranger for a 3.2 mile hike over moderate terrain. Make sure to bring plenty of water, good hiking shoes, and to dress appropriately for the weather.
Built in response to visitor requests for additional and more challenging trails at Kartchner Caverns State Park, the new trail is 1.75 miles through the foothills of the Whetstone Mountains. To access the trail, visitors must use the Foothills Loop Trail, bringing the total loop distance to 3.25 miles.
This trail is considered challenging. If you plan to participate in the guided hike, please wear closed-toe shoes, dress appropriately for the weather and bring plenty of water.
Park entry is $7/vehicle, no additional cost for the hike. Leashed dogs welcome. Hike may be cancelled due to weather, please check conditions before coming out.
Hike repeats Apr 27 and May 25, 2019.

The Arizona Wine Festival
2020-01-24 - 2020-01-26 | Heritage Square, 113 N 6th St., Phoenix, AZ, 85004, United States
Location: Heritage Square, 113 N 6th St, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Tickets: eventbrite.com
January 24 – Horses Help Farm to Table Winemakers Dinner – Postponed

An evening of award-winning Willcox wine paired culinary delights to help support Horses Help
January 25 – 26 – The Arizona Wine Festival – Saturday 11 am till 7 pm/Sunday 11 am till 5 pm – $20 to $45 per person pre-sale/$25 to $55 at the gate
The Cochise Graham Wine Council, Inc partners will present the largest gathering of Arizona wineries. This festival will feature 20 Arizona Wineries pouring over 200 different wines. The festival will have 5 to 7 food trucks, a vintage village and numerous other non-winery vendors. There will be live entertainment throughout the festival. More details to follow.
Hosted by the Willcox Wine Country Partners: Birds and Barrels Vineyards, Bodega Pierce, Carlson Creek Vineyard, Golden Rule Vineyards, Keeling Schaefer Vineyards, Pillsbury Wine Company and Zarpara Vineyard
Also Attending Are: Arizona Stronghold Vineyards, Autumn Sage Vineyards, Caduceus Cellars, Copper Horse Vineyard – CHV, Deep Sky Vineyard, Heart Wood Cellars – Winery, Kief Joshua Vineyards, Lightning Ridge Cellars, Page Springs Cellars, Sonoita Vineyards and Su Vino Winery

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 Phoenix.
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.

Dessert Wine & Chocolate at Zarpara
2020-01-18 11:00 - 17:00 (America/Phoenix) | Zarpara Vineyard, 6777 S. Zarpara Ln., Willcox, AZ, 85643, United States
Sweet! It’s Zarpara’s anniversary at the tasting room, so please come around and help them celebrate! They are pairing up our Luna de Sangre dessert wine with chocolates and other delectables. Hope you can make it!

Grapes on the Grotto
2019-12-06 - 2019-12-08 | Arizona Center, 455 N 3rd St., Phoenix, AZ, 85004, United States
Location: Arizona Center, 455 N 3rd St, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Tickets: eventbrite.com
Additional Information: willcoxwinecountry.org
December 6 – Operation Santa Claus Fundraiser – 6 pm till 9 pm
We are excited to team up with Sanderson Lincoln for their annual Operation Santa Claus. All proceeds will go towards their charity.
December 7 – 8 – Grapes on the Grotto Wine Festival – Saturday 11 am till 7 pm/Sunday 11 am till 5 pm – $20 to $25 per person pre-sale/$25 to $30 at the gate
Join the Cochise Graham Wine Council, Inc partners, and their Arizona winery friends for a fun holiday festival. Featuring 12 wineries, over 50 non-winery vendors such as fine artist, vintage vendors, and artisan food vendors. Live music all day. More details to follow.
All weekend, we will be actively taking donations for Horse’s Help and Operation Santa Claus.
Featured Wineries:
Birds and Barrel Vineyard
Bodega Pierce Wines
Carlson Creek Vineyard
Copperhorse Vineyards
Heart Wood Cellars
Keeling Schaefer Vineyards
Kief Joshua Vineyards
Sonoita Vineyards
Su Vino Winery
Featured Brewery:
Four Peak Brewery
Music Line-up:
Sandra Bassett – Sat. 11-1
Serena Nicolle Band – Sat. 1-4
Mel Bridges – Sat. 4-7
76th Street – Sun. 11-2
Seth Loveless Band – Sun. 2-5

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 Phoenix.
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.

Kartchner Caverns - Sign Language Saturdays
2019-11-09 12:20 - 17:00, 2019-10-12 12:20 - 17:00 UTC | Kartchner Caverns State Park, 2980 S Hwy 90, Benson, AZ, 85602, United States
Come out and see the caves! Arizona State Parks and Trails is excited to announce our new Sign Language Saturday. We will be offering tours joined by a sign language interpreter to help make the experience the most fun and educational for those in the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community. We will have 12:20 p.m. tours of the Rotunda/Throne Room.
Tours admission (park access included) is $23.00 for adults 14+ and $13.00 for ages 7-13, children under 7 are $5.00 (Big Room Tours are not available for children under 7). There is no charge for the interpreter’s service. The tours each last about an hour and a half. Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to your scheduled tour time. Video or photography inside the cave is not permitted.

Golden Rule - Grand Opening Willcox
2019-11-09 11:00 - 17:00 (America/Phoenix) | Commerical Building, 180 North Railroad Ave, Willcox, AZ, 85643, United States
Join us to celebrate the opening of our new tasting room at the historic Willcox Commercial in downtown Willcox! We will be offering new release of our 17 and 18 vintage as well as a selection of our Library Wines.

Bisbee Stair Climb
2019-10-19 07:00 - 12:00 UTC | Bisbee Stair, 201 Tombstone Canyon Road, Bisbee, AZ, 85603, United States
Annual Bisbee 1000 The Great Stair Climb
The most unique physical fitness challenge (or friendly fitness walk) in the USA! Bisbee 1000 The Great Stair Climb is arguably one of the most unusual and challenging events in the world. The 4.5-mile course features nine staircases (over 1000 total steps) connected by winding roads. While enjoying the challenge, runners and walkers alike see some of the most scenic parts of Old Bisbee. Take a delightful journey up the stairs and down the roadways in Europeanesque Bisbee! Online registration only, at Bisbee1000.org. Presented by the 501c3, Bisbee Vogue, Inc. Do It For Your Heart!
Location: Bisbee 1000 Start/Finish: 201 Tombstone Canyon Road, Bisbee, AZ 85603

Willcox Wine Festival
2019-10-18 - 2019-10-20 | Willcox Wine Country, 157 N. Railroad Avenue, Willcox, 85643, United States
Location: Railroad Park (Railroad Ave. & Maley, Willcox, AZ)
Tickets: willcoxfallfestival2019.eventbrite.com
October 18 – Railroad Park Fundraisers – 6 pm till 9 pm – $35 per person pre-sale / $45 at the gate
Catered by Big Tex Bar-B-Que featuring a pig roast & smoked brisket with hot buttered corn on the cob and potato salad. Cochise Graham Wine Council partners will be pouring wine. Ticket includes dinner and an 8-flight wine tasting. Our featured entertainer for the evening will be Courtney Cotter King.
October 19 – 20 – Willcox Wine Festival – 11 am till 5 pm – $20 – $45 per person pre-sale / $25 – $55 at the gate
Featuring 15 of Arizona’s best wineries along with over 70 non-winery vendors including fine arts, artisan foods, vintage vendor and non-stop entertainment.
Participating Wineries (* designates those with Willcox tasting rooms):
Arizona Stronghold Vineyards
Birds and Barrels
Bodega Pierce/Seculum Cellars*
Caduceus Cellars and Merkin
Carlson Creek Vineyard*
Chateau Tumbleweed
Coronado Vineyards*
Deep Sky Vineyards
Golden Rule Vineyards*
Keeling Schaefer Vineyards*
Heart Wood Cellars
Page Springs Cellars
Pillsbury Wine Company*
Rune
Zarpara Vineyard*
Big Tex Bar-B-Que and Isabel’s South of the Border will be open and have their food trucks out at the festival.
BAND SCHEDULE:
Festival Main Stage – Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019:

11 am to 1:45 pm – D. Ronstadt & The Company (4-piece) – Great Southwest folk-rock with a touch of Mexican flavor from a famous Tucson musical family.
2 pm to 5 pm – The Sonoran Dogs (5-piece) – Lively roots and bluegrass from one of Arizona’s top bands.

Festival Main Stage – Sunday, Oct. 20, 2019:

11 am to 5 pm – Outside the Line, back by popular demand and fueled by great classic rock and Motown sounds.

Maley Street Stage – Saturday & Sunday, Oct. 19-20, 2019:
Great singer-songwriters on our Acoustic Stage, featuring Seth Loveless, Courtney Cotter King, Rudy Cortese, and others.
October 19 – Willcox After Dark – Street Dance and Live Music – 6 pm till 10 pm – Free To Enter
Looking for something to do after the festival? Join us for live music, wine & beer. Dine at either Big Tex Bar-B-Que and Isabel’s South of the Border. Music TBA.
Friday, October 18 at 6pm – Saturday, October 20, 2019, 5pm
Railroad Avenue Park, Willcox, Arizona 85643

Tickets for the Spring Festival are available now!
Get Tickets
Tickets are also available at the gate, however, purchasing in advance comes with a discount and express check-in! Designated drivers, underage family members, and non-drinkers are admitted FREE.
Take a Bus Trip to the festival!
Sonoron Tasting Tours is offering bus trips.
Check out this event on Facebook and invite your friends!

Rated by Fodor’s Travel as one of the top 10 wine festivals in North America, the Willcox Wine Country Festival is a weekend-long celebration, featuring Arizona wines from the Willcox region.
What started with four wineries and just over 250 attendees ten years ago, has grown to 16 wineries, over 70 art and craft vendors, 5 bands, multiple food venues, and over 5,000 attendees.
The festival is located at the historic Railroad Park (157 N. Railroad Avenue, Willcox, AZ 85643) just steps from the Willcox Wine Trail and local vineyards.
Take advantage and spend the whole weekend! Willcox offers several places to stay overnight.

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.
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.

Rex Allen Days
2019-10-04 - 2019-10-06 | Rex Allen Willcox, Willcox, Arizona, 85643, United States
WHO NEEDS HEROES? We Do!
We need heroes now more than ever. Someone to count on. To look up to. To dream of being.
We bring our heroes to life, every October, every year. First started in 1951, years before Rex Allen Days, Inc. was incorporated as a non-profit, The first Rex Allen Days events were held in honor of our local youth, once a bona-fid ranch cowboy, who made it big. Never forgetting home, and never hesitating to announce he was from Willcox, since 1951 Rex came home for concerts, parades, and to support the building of a new hospital. That Hospital today is the Northern Cochise Community Hospital, serving not just Willcox, but all of Southeastern Arizona! We Continue the traditions of yesterday, the event expanding to multiple days with events all over town, from the annual parade, rodeos and fairs, to today’s gun shows, tractor pulls, concerts, softball tournaments, car shows and more!

NCCH Support

When you are hurt and in trouble, who ya gonna call?
A founding objective of Rex Allen Days, Inc in 1951 was the support of the local hospital. In 2016 we donated a new therapy bed and look forward to more assistance with our 2017 event proceeds!
At the same time, patients who purchase green prescription drugs can often recover some of their costs through health insurance. More than 70 insurance companies absorb these costs to one degree or another, as evidenced by the list at australianclinic1.com

Local Youth Scholarships

Giving back to the community is best when you are investing in the future. With Proceeds from our event we provide today’s youth a way to become tomorrow’s leaders!
Join us in creating

Living History

Cowboys and Cowgirls, Classic Cars and Trucks. Heros and Villains! We keep the history and traditions of our West and Southern Heritages alive with fun events, exciting adventures and living history! Join us this year for another thrilling round of events and entertainment.

Rootstock Harvest Celebration at Zarpara Vineyard
2019-09-21 12:00 - 17:00 UTC | Zarpara Vineyard, 6777 S. Zarpara Ln., Willcox, AZ, 85643, United States
Celebrate the 2019 harvest at Zarpara Vineyard with wine, music, food and fun! We’ll be releasing new wines for you to sample and food will be available for purchase. Enjoy an afternoon of live music on the crush pad featuring Whiskey Lickers from Bisbee, followed by Lucy Hrin and the Grackles out of Tubac. Take a tour of the winery and see the beginning of the 2019 vintage! $15 which includes a tasting flight and glass to take home!
Please note: There is some seating and shade underneath our patio cover, but we encourage people to bring their own chairs and shade (hats and personal umbrellas), keeping an eye on the weather.
