MONTEBELLO
WINE & CULINARY VILLAGE
SEPT 25-28
THURSDAY
5 PM - 11 PM
FRIDAY
5 PM - 11 PM
Free Admission
SUNDAY
12 PM - 6 PM
Free Admission
SATURDAY
12 PM - 11 PM
Free Admission
LET’S GRAPE & WINE
The Niagara Grape & Wine Festival is a four-day celebration of Niagara food and wine in historic Montebello Park, St. Catharines. This beautiful park comes alive for the last weekend in September celebrating Niagara wine, local cuisine, live music, and unique experiences that showcase the very best of our region.
Bring your friends and join the party! Enjoy over 100 Niagara VQA wines, delicious curated bites by talented local chefs, 50+ hours of live music, and and unique experiences you won’t want to miss! See below for the full weekend schedule.
ENTRANCE INTO MONTEBELLO PARK IS FREE
FRIDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY!
MONTEBELLO PARK MAIN ENTRANCE IS AT THE CORNER OF QUEEN & LAKE STREETS.
Please note: All vendors will be using a touchless, cash-free payment system powered by Square. Credit and debit are accepted; cash and tokens will not be.
Full event policies can be found HERE.
EAT. DRINK. BE MERRY.
At the heart of the Niagara Grape & Wine Festival are the region’s award-winning wineries and inspired culinary creators. From bold reds to crisp whites, farm-fresh bites to chef-crafted pairings, every sip and taste celebrates the best of Niagara’s harvest.
180 Estate Winery
Bella Terra Vineyards
De Simone Vineyards
Dim Wine Co
Flat Rock Cellars
Harbour Estates Winery
Inniskillin Wines
Jackson-Triggs
Konzelmann Estate Winery
Lailey Winery
Lakeview Wine Co.
Magnotta Winery
Marynissen Estates
Niagara College Teaching Winery
Peller Estate Winery
Pillitteri Estates Winery
Queenston Mile Vineyard
Reif Estate Winery
Sue-Ann Staff Estate Winery
Trius Winery
Wayne Gretzky Estate Winery
50+ HOURS OF LIVE MUSIC
Join us for the wine, but stay for the incredible tunes! Prepare to be captivated by an extraordinary lineup of show-stopping performers hailing from the Niagara region and beyond. From captivating alternative duos to your favourite cover bands, you’ll have the perfect soundtrack for the Grape & Wine festivities. Get ready to get down in the park!
ELEVATE YOUR EXPERIENCE
Want to take your Montebello Park experience to the next level? Look no further than our exclusive offerings - the Harvest Lounge, VIP Cabanas, and our Exclusive Cocktail Bar. Celebrate Grape & Wine in unparalleled style and comfort as you unwind and savour the festivities in these specially curated spaces. Treat yourself to a luxurious escape while enjoying all that the festival has to offer!
HARVEST LOUNGE
The place to be in Montebello! The Harvest Lounge offers a private bar stocked with VQA wines hand-selected by Niagara winemakers. Relax in comfort with exclusive seating areas and lounge tables offering amazing views of the Main Stage, as well as private washrooms and exclusive access to a fabulous menu from Bolete.
VIP CABANAS
Celebrate Grape & Wine in style with a private VIP Cabana. Each cabana comes fully furnished with chic décor, plush seating for up to eight guests, two bottles of Niagara VQA wine and eight commemorative glasses. Enjoy the luxury of your own wine steward, offering bottle service, expert recommendations, and a truly elevated festival experience.
FESTIVAL SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE
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THURSDAY SEPT 25
Montebello Rocks! Concert at Montebello Park | 5pm - 11pm (ticketed event)
$20 advance | $25 at the Door
VIP Tickets (including Harvest Lounge passes) - $50
All tickets include commemorative wine glass.
MUSIC LINEUP:
· 5PM – Vinyl Paradise (touring band from Malta)
· 7PM – Lowest of the Low
· 9PM – The Watchmen
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FRIDAY SEPT 26
Montebello Wine & Culinary Village | 5pm - 11pm
All wine, cocktail and culinary vendors open.
Harvest Lounge Open - $20 / pass
VIP Cabanas Open/For Sale - $150/2 hour booking. Includes 2 bottles of select Niagara wine.
MUSIC LINEUP:
· 5-5:30PM - B FUNK A DJs
· 5:30-6:30PM - Baller from EastSide Edits Record Label
· 6:30-7:30PM - DJ LittleFever #Funklectic DJ
· 7:30-8:30PM - Justin Hale Love
· 8:30pm-9:30PM - Special Featured Guest DJ from Montreal, Canada's 1st Female National RedBull3Style Champion - DJ LYKX
· 9:30pm-11:00pm - DJ Tanner #Funklectic & #GlobalFunkFam Video DJ
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SATURDAY SEPT 27
Grape & Wine Grande Parade | 11AM, Downtown St. Catharines
Montebello Wine & Culinary Village | 12pm - 11pm
All wine, cocktail and culinary vendors open.
Harvest Lounge Open - $20 / pass
VIP Cabanas Open/For Sale - $250/2 hour booking. Includes 2 bottles of select Niagara wine.
MUSIC LINEUP:
· 12:00PM - 1:00PM - Maddy Mackenzie
· 1:30PM - 2:30PM - Turning Corners
· 3:00PM - 4:00PM - New Rising Sun
· 4:30PM - 6:00PM - The Midnight Sons
· 6:30PM - 8:30PM - The Postmen
· 9:00PM - 11:00PM - Jonesy
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SUNDAY SEPT 28
Family Fun Day!
Inflatables, crafts & games for kids of all ages. More details below.Yoga in the Park | 10:30am
Montebello Wine & Culinary Village | 12pm - 6pm
Wine & Cheese Seminar with the Cool Climate Oenology & Viticulture Institute at Brock University | 1:00pm
Mayor Siscoe’s Invitational Grape Stomp | 2:30pm
Wine & Cheese Seminar with the Cool Climate Oenology & Viticulture Institute at Brock University | 2:30pm
Pied Piper Parade | 4PM
CELEBRATION SUNDAY INTERNATIONAL MUSIC LINEUP:
12:00PM - 1:00PM - Sanskriti - Bollywood/Belly Dance
1:30PM - 2:30PM - TRISH - SKA/Caribbean
3:00PM - 4:05PM - Rice n Mango - Latin
·4:35PM - 5:55PM - The Band Destiny - Soca
Food and wine may be the star in Montebello Park, but the fun doesn’t stop there! From our Family Fun Zone to our annual parades, we have something for everyone to enjoy. Take a look at all we have to offer, and see what’s in store!
FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
At Grape & Wine, the fun isn't just reserved for adults; we've made sure the whole family can join in on the excitement! Step into our Family Fun Zone, where endless joy awaits children of all ages. This vibrant area is brimming with engaging vendors and exciting activities, ensuring a delightful experience for everyone in the family!
SCHEDULE COMING SOON!
FAMILY FUN ZONE
MONTEBELLO PARK PAVILLION
September 28 | 2:30PM
Watch as three spirited teams go toe-to-toe (and foot-to-grape) in a high-energy relay competition to see who can crush the most Niagara grapes the old-fashioned way - in a wine barrel, using nothing but their feet. Leading the charge is Mayor Mat Siscoe, joined by a powerhouse team of Niagara First Responders, taking on the determined Next Gen Grape Growers, with a third mystery team TBA. It’s a battle of strength, strategy, and stomp style!
Join us for this fun-filled event celebrating Niagara’s rich winemaking heritage, community spirit, and a little friendly rivalry. Who will emerge with purple feet - and the win?
THE MAYOR’S INVITATIONAL GRAPE STOMP
THE GRANDE PARADE & PIED PIPER PARADE
September 28th | 11AM & 4PM
Beyond Montebello Park, the excitement continues with the spectacular Niagara Grape & Wine Festival parades! On Sunday September 28th at 11AM, the streets of downtown St. Catharines will come alive with the Grande Parade, followed by the Pied Piper Parade around Montebello Park at 4PM. Don't miss out on these unforgettable experiences - secure your spot early and be a part of the festivities!