Join the fun at an exquisite Labor Day Weekend of wine filled with wildlife, and culinary delights!
Experience the Galveston Island Wine Festival! Indulge in over 100 wines, including bourbon and beer tastings. Witness top chefs from Houston-Galveston showcase their sensational dishes. Immerse yourself in the stunning Moody Gardens’ Four Diamond Hotel and its captivating attractions. Get up close with animals from all over the globe.
Don’t miss out on this unforgettable 3-day event!
Friday, August 29
WELCOME RECEPTION – Hotel Lobby Bar, 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm – Start your weekend off right with complimentary beverages from sampling activations by our event sponsors. (Moody Gardens Hotel Guest Exclusive).
WHITE LINEN SEAFOOD EXTRAVAGANZA – 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm – An evening of refined indulgence. Delight in a stand-and-taste culinary experience featuring top-tier chefs as they present sensational seafood dishes. Each creation is expertly paired with select varietals from the world’s premier wine regions. Dress Code: White Linen Attire
WINE’D DOWN WITH APERITIF’S – 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Transition to a more relaxing atmosphere, “wine’ d down” as you enjoy complimentary aperitif samples accompanied by live entertainment.
Saturday, August 30
RESTORATIVE YOGA – 8:30 am
BRUNCH AND BUBBLES – 10:00 am – 12:00 pm – Featuring a complimentary mimosa! Brunch not included.
OFFICIAL WINE STORE HOURS – 11:00 am – 5:00 pm – Take your favorite bottle of wine home! Featuring participating festival wines. Located in the Moody Gardens Hotel Lobby.
CLASSIC CARS, WINE & TEXAS COUNTRY – 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm – Sip on wine while enjoying classic car previews and live Texas country music. Wine Festival guests can also enjoy a waived bidder registration.
PENGUINS & PINOT: GRAND TASTING AT THE AQUARIUM PYRAMID – 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm – A delightful evening awaits at this stand-and-taste event as you tour the Oceans of the World with wine and spirit tastings, food bites from Gulf Coast restaurants, and marine animal encounters. This experience will take you to new depths!
WINE’D DOWN AFTER HOURS – 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm – Enjoy fantastic live entertainment with the opportunity to relax, chill out or kick up your heels and dance!
Sunday, August 31RESTORATIVE YOGA – 8:30 am
BRUNCH AND BUBBLES – 10:00 am – 12:00 pm – Featuring a complimentary mimosa! Brunch not included.
OFFICIAL WINE STORE HOURS – 11:00 am – 3:00 pm – Take your favorite bottle of wine home! Featuring participating festival wines. Located in the Moody Gardens Hotel Lobby.
CAR AUCTION – 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm – Classic car auction bidding fee waived for Wine Festival attendees.
BOURBON TASTING – 3 pm – Bourbon sampling in the Moody Gardens Hotel Lobby.
PIATTELLI VINEYARDS WINE DINNER AT SHEARN’S – 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm – Enjoy an exceptional wine paired dinner.
GRAND FINALE: AN EVENING WITH SUZY BOGGUSS – 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Cap off your unforgettable weekend with an exclusive performance by the legendary Suzy Bogguss.
