Events

Events

Events

Located in the heart of Nantucket, 30 miles off the coast of Cape Cod, we bring you this boutique experience of world class wines and food. Over the past 16 years the Nantucket Wine Festival has become one of the nation's most celebrated wine and food events. 

The Grand Tastings
Held under the tents at the WHITE ELEPHANT, The Grand Tastings feature wines from over 150 prestigious wineries from around the world. Local and regional artisan foods will be served throughout.
Great Wines in Grand Houses Tastings
Taste and learn about wines from the masters!  Hosted in some of the most spectacular homes and unique settings on the island.  There are over 15 different educational tastings, each featuring one of our guest winemakers from around the world.  Tastings are limited to 20 people.  
GWIGH tasting
Great Wines in Grand Houses Dinners
One of the most unique features of the Nantucket Wine Festival, these extravagant wine dinners are interactive and educational. The dinners include 5-6 courses - with each course presented by the featured chef.  The dishes are perfectly paired with select wines presented by the guest winemaker or winery principal.  Elegantly set and fully staffed, these dinners for 20 are intimate and lively.  One-of-a-kind experience!
Harbor Gala
The Harbor Gala is the signature event of the Nantucket Wine Festival. Experience 40 stations of mouth watering dishes prepared by the best chefs in the country with selected wines from around the world.  Interact with winemakers and chefs, and meet the masters and the creators behind the pairings.
Damaris Colhoun at the Harbor Gala
Seminars
Choose from an outstanding selection of educational food and wine seminars, led by renowned winemakers and chefs from across the globe.
Seminar 1
Special Events
Off the beaten track from the mainstay events, we feature special experiences in food and wine. 
Restaurant Wine Events
In celebration of the Nantucket Wine Festival, the restaurants of Nantucket host their own wine dinners and tastings throughout the weekend. Stay up to date with what's happening on island through this listing of Restaurant Wine Events.

Attendance to all events is limited. Purchase tickets in advance. Must be 21 to attend all Nantucket Wine Festival Events – valid ID required.

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