South Walton Beaches Wine & Food Festival At Grand Boulevard April 23-26

As the warm April breeze settles over the coast, the South Walton Beaches Wine & Food Festival is ready to pour out another world-class weekend of discovery. From April 23–26, 2026, Grand Boulevard’s Town Center transforms into a vibrant celebration of flavor, bringing together dozens of celebrity winemakers, master distillers, and regional chefs for an unforgettable four-day extravaganza.

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The festivities kick off on Thursday evening at Wine World in Destin with "Winemakers & Shakers," a high-energy event where guests can mingle with industry icons. On Friday, the focus shifts to the Grand Park at Grand Boulevard for the "Bitters, Brews & Bartenders" event, featuring a craft cocktail competition and local brews under the stars. The weekend reaches its peak with the Saturday and Sunday Grand Tastings, where hundreds of international wines are poured alongside gourmet bites in the Culinary Village.

By raising our glasses, we're raising hope for our community—one sip at a time. This is a festival with a heart; as a signature charity event, all proceeds benefit the Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation (DCWAF), which supports 17 local non-profit organizations dedicated to helping children in need across Northwest Florida.

Between tastings, attendees can duck into educational seminars led by vintners and experts or enjoy the live music that echoes throughout the boulevard. With its "come-as-you-are" coastal vibe and a dazzling roster of participants, it remains a "must-experience" highlight on the SoWal Events Calendar.

2026 SoWalWine Festival Schedule

Thursday, April 23

• 5 – 7 PM: Winemakers & Shakers at Wine World, Destin

Friday, April 24

• 4 – 6 PM: VIP Wine Tasting at Grand Park

• 5:30 – 8 PM: Bitters, Brews & Bartenders at Grand Park

Saturday, April 25

• 3 – 6 PM: Grand Tasting at the Culinary Village

• Seminars: Educational sessions with industry experts (times vary)

Sunday, April 26

• 1 – 4 PM: Grand Tasting at the Culinary Village

• Seminars: Continued wine and spirits education: The seminars are first come, first serve and no standing room. There are 72 seats for each seminar where attendees are treated to wine and spirits typically not available during the festival. We recommend grabbing your seat early!

Location & Parking: The festival is held at Grand Boulevard Town Center (585 Grand Blvd, Miramar Beach). Parking is available throughout the 52-acre development, though ride-sharing is highly recommended. For more details and to plan your stay, visit the SoWal Events Calendar.