Wine Country Is Always in Season

Old Mission and Leelanau wineries open their doors for the season with complimentary tastings, vineyard walks among the blossoms, and new vintage releases. A beloved tradition marking the start of Michigan wine season.

Wineries across the state uncork their new rosé vintages. Special flight pricing, rosé-paired small bites, and patio season officially begins at dozens of participating tasting rooms.

Intimate multi-course dinners hosted by winemakers at vineyards across Lake Michigan Shore and Fennville. Paired wines, sunset vineyard views, and the stories behind each bottle straight from the people who made them.

Live bands, local food trucks, and pours from 30+ Michigan wineries on the Open Space in downtown TC. The biggest gathering of Michigan wine in one place — two days of tastings, music, and summer energy.

Guided twilight walks through the vines at Old Mission Peninsula's most scenic vineyards. Learn about viticulture, taste wine at golden hour, and watch the sun set over Grand Traverse Bay.

A five-course meal featuring hyper-local ingredients paired with estate wines, served al fresco in the vineyard. Celebrated chefs partner with winemakers for one unforgettable night under the stars.

An outdoor market showcasing wines from the Lake Michigan Shore AVA alongside local artisan foods, cheeses, and crafts. Meet the winemakers, sample new releases, and stock up for summer entertaining.

The original Michigan wine celebration in Paw Paw — grape stomping competitions, wine seminars, live entertainment, and tastings from 40+ Michigan wineries all in one weekend.

Go behind the scenes during peak harvest. Wineries open their production areas for cellar tours, barrel samples of wine still in progress, and the chance to see (and smell) a working crush pad in action.

A candlelit four-course dinner celebrating the fall harvest, held at vineyards with stunning autumn color views. Each course paired with limited-production wines. Reservations fill fast.

Michigan is one of the few states that produces true ice wine — grapes harvested frozen on the vine. Taste this rare delicacy at participating wineries, served alongside ice sculptures, winter hikes, and fireside lounges.

Cozy up to fireplaces, mulled wines, and hot chocolate flights across Northern Michigan's tasting rooms. A winter-wonderland spin on wine touring with snowshoe vineyard walks and cheese pairings.

An intimate dinner where winemakers preview their upcoming spring releases before they hit the tasting room. Barrel samples, unreleased wines, and exclusive first-access to new vintages.