Head to South Charlotte for an incredible culinary afternoon at The Wine and Food Festival at Ballantyne! Pack your bags for live chef demonstrations, Rosé Garden sips, and souvenir glasses. Loosen your belt for all-you-care-to-taste wine, craft spirits, and bites from Charlotte’s hottest food trucks today!
Key Takeaways
- All-You-Care-To-Taste Beverage Selection: Features unlimited sampling of over 100 international and local wines, craft beers, and spirits throughout the afternoon.
- Celebrity & Local Chef Demonstrations: Chef Odhie Fields of Postino Ballantyne presents a live bruschetta masterclass at 1:00 PM, followed by WBTV QCLife hosts Jorge Andres and Jana Angel at 3:30 PM for a live “Meet and Eat” recipe showcase.
- Charlotte Culinary Highlights: Showcases top eats from Charlotte area restaurants, culinary pop-ups, and local food trucks alongside a dedicated Rosé Garden and live musical performances.
- Tiered Ticket Options: General Admission ($45 plus fees) includes entry from 1:00–5:00 PM with a souvenir glass. VIP Admission ($75 plus fees) unlocks early 12:00 PM entry, VIP Champagne Lounge access, a complimentary bottle of wine, and upgraded amenities.
- Prime Charlotte Location: Hosted in the vibrant neighborhood of Ballantyne, making it an easily accessible day trip for local food lovers and visiting travel enthusiasts.
Charlotte, NC
September 26, 2026
Charlotte foodies, get ready for an afternoon of wine, food, music and fun at The Wine and Food Festival at Ballantyne. This culinary experience brings together Charlotte’s hottest chefs, local artisans and food lovers for an all-you-care-to-taste celebration featuring more than 100 international and local wines, craft beers and spirits.
Guests can enjoy food from Charlotte’s restaurants, pop-ups and food trucks, along with live music, a Rosé Garden and plenty of surprises throughout the day.
The festival will also feature live chef demonstrations. At 1 p.m., Chef Odhie Fields of Postino Ballantyne will present a creative take on a classic with a Postino Bruschetta Bite. At 3:30 p.m., WBTV’s Jorge Andres and Jana Angel of QCLife will host a Meet and Eat, sharing their favorite recipes with guests.
General Admission is $45 plus fees and includes all-you-care-to-taste beverages, a souvenir wine glass and entertainment from 1–5 p.m. VIP Admission is $75 plus fees and includes an extra hour of tasting from 12–5 p.m., VIP Champagne Lounge access, a bottle of wine, wine bag, free water and VIP washrooms.
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