7th Annual Crush Wine & Food Festival
September 25, 2021
Raise Your Spirits, we're back!
Partner Events start Thursday, September 23rd and run through Sunday, September 26th!
Main Festival: Saturday, September 25th - Huntsville, AL. Big Spring Park East
TICKETS
There's something for everyone, from general admission to the ultimate VIP weekend getaway!
Crush Wine & Food Festival
Presented by Progress Bank
Our staple event of the week! Enjoy over 100 wine labels from all over the world, live music, grape stomping, wine inspired food items and more! VIP tickets are available that include 30 additional high end wines to taste and our packages are the only way to experience the exclusive partner events throughout the week.
Saturday, Sept. 25th, 4:00-7:00pm | VIP access at 3pm
Big Spring Park East, Downtown Huntsville
Whiskey & Wild Game
VIP Area Hosted by SiP
Introducing our newest experience to Crush! This high-end VIP area will feature 10-12 spirits - throughout four tasting tents and each tent will feature a wild game tastings to pair with your pour. Chef Rene & SiP Lounge will be partnering to bring you an unforgettable experience in Big Spring Park!
Saturday, Sept. 25th, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Big Spring Park East, Downtown Huntsville
Thursday Regional Wine Pairing
Partner event by CSWS
Church Street Wine Shoppe on Gates will host a tasting with three different varietals of wine from three different regions so you can learn the difference in aromas and taste from each region. Each varietal tasting will also be paired with meats and cheeses along the way to compliment each varietal. It will be a beautiful evening set up outside in the park behind the wine shoppe and a great way to touch up on your tasting pallet so you look like an expert at Crush!Thursday, Sept 23rd 5:15-7:15pm
Church Street Wine Shoppe on Gates
Friday Meritage Chef Dinner
Partner Event by Revivalist
This VIP experience will showcase Chef Mohler, executive chef at Revivalist, as they prepare a 5 course Meritage dinner paired with wine and spirits along the way.
Friday, Sept. 24th | 5:30pm and 8pm seating available
Revivalist at 106 Jefferson
Sunday Brunch
Partner Event by BarVista
Enjoy the best brunch in town with Chef Lee and an amazing rooftop view of Big Spring Park while enjoying live music, a sparkling wine tasting and a Tito's bloody-mary bar! It's set to be the Ultimate Funday for sure!
Sunday, Sept 26th 12-2pm
BarVista and The Wescott
2021 Talent & Partners
Introducing the industry's best of the best! Our committee, community partners, chefs, winemakers, distillers, chocolatiers, dairy farmers and every vendor in-between is responsible for making this festival happen for Huntsville!
Highlighted Vendors
Chef Mohler
The Revivalist & Baker and Able
Friday - Chef Wine Dinner
Chef Rene Boyzo
Huntsville Country Club
Saturday - Whiskey & Wild Game Garden
Chef Lee Gregory
BarVista & The Wescott
Sunday - Brunch
Robert Garay
Certified Wine Judge, WSET Level 2
Steve Young
Certified Wine Judge, WSET Level 2,
French Wine Scholar, Certified Specialist
of Wine, Certified California Wine
Appellation Specialist, Italian Wine
Specialist, Court of Master Sommeliers
Stephanie Lowe & Emily Rogers
Cured Huntsville
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FAQ's
Can I bring my baby/children to an event?
Although cute, given the nature of the Crush Wine & Food Festival, we are required by the state of Alabama to check IDs for all attendees to verify that they are of legal drinking age to gain access to our event.
Can I bring my pet?
Also cute but sorry, no dogs (excluding service dogs)
I’m interested in volunteering with the Crush Wine & Food Festival. How do I sign up?
For more information regarding volunteer opportunities, email Ashley @ ashley@homegrownhuntsville.com! We’re always looking for great volunteers!
Smoking?
We will have designated smoking areas that are not near the wine tasting tents. Please be conscious of this so that you do not disturb the guests tasting wine.
Is there a “non-drinking” ticket price?
No, we do not offer a separate “non-drinking” ticket price.
Is it rain or shine?
Yes, tickets are non-refundable. However, they are transferable so if last minute you’re unable to attend, feel free to sell or give your ticket to a friend.
What about food?
Food is not included in admission tickets. Many of the gourmet specialty food vendors do offer small free samples of their products so you can taste before you buy. For meals, we have a fine selection of food trucks. No outside food or drinks will be permitted. Free bottles water is available at the water tent.
No weapons/firearms
No outside food/drinks
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