Hidden Pourtals
Fine Wine Festival 2026
Three worlds. One festival. Which Pourtal will reveal itself to you?
September 5, 2026 • Central Park • New York City
The Fine Wine Series Festival is one of the largest minority-owned wine festival in the U.S., attracting over 5,000 attendees annually. Held at iconic venues like Citi Field, Central Park, and Mercedes-Benz Stadium, this immersive event offers a perfect blend of wine, culture and entertainment. Guests can enjoy wine tastings from local and international brands, including Fine Wine Series-certified Black-owned and women-owned wineries, alongside curated food pairings and crafted wine cocktails. The experience is elevated with live entertainment from top performers, luxurious VIP amenities, and theme-inspired decor featuring stunning photo-op installations.Before you enter Fine Wine Festival, your Pourtal must be revealed.
Choose Your Pourtal
Learn more about this year’s festival…
Ticket Options
GENERAL ADMISSION
Your General Admission Ticket Includes:
Entry to Fine Wine Festival
Full access to performances, food vendors, brand activations, and art installations throughout the festival.Official Wine Tasting Experience (3 PM – 6 PM)
Sample wines from across the globe—featuring Black-owned, Brown-owned, and women-led labels. Includes a souvenir wine cup to use during the tasting. First come, first serve.Live Music and Performances
Enjoy sets from top DJs, emerging artists, and special surprise performances across genres including R&B, hip hop, Afrobeats, Reggae and more.Immersive On-Site Experiences
Connect with brands, taste new products, capture content-worthy moments, and enjoy a full day of programming designed for the culture.Food Vendors and Bars
A selection of curated food vendors and culinary pop-ups offering everything from savory bites to sweet indulgences, plus full-service bars available throughout the event.
THE VIP EXPERIENCE
Your VIP Experience Ticket Includes:
Everything included in general admission
Access To 3-Hour Unlimited Wine Tasting: Immerse yourself in a three-hour journey of unlimited wine tasting, featuring a variety of fine wines
Private Bar: Enjoy exclusive service at our VIP bar
Festival Seating: Access to VIP Only Seating
Exclusive Installations & Activations: Gain access to our unique custom installations and activations, adding an artistic touch to your experience.
Fine Wine Series Merchandise Station: Explore our exclusive Fine Wine Series merchandise station and take home a memento of your experience.
Onsite Food Vendors: Discover a variety of food vendors offering delectable bites to complement your vibe.
THE VIP PLUS EXPERIENCE
Your VIP Experience Ticket Includes:
Everything included in general admission
Access To 3-Hour Unlimited Wine Tasting: Immerse yourself in a three-hour journey of unlimited wine tasting, featuring a variety of fine wines.
Curated Gift Bag: VIP Only Festival Giveaway Items
Private Bar: Enjoy exclusive service at our VIP bar
Catered Hors D’oeuvres: Indulge in a selection of catered hors d’oeuvres
Festival Seating: Access to VIP Only Seating
Exclusive Installations & Activations: Gain access to our unique custom installations and activations, adding an artistic touch to your experience.
Fine Wine Series Merchandise Station: Explore our exclusive Fine Wine Series merchandise station and take home a memento of your experience.
Onsite Food Vendors: Discover a variety of food vendors offering delectable bites to complement your vibe.
Giveaways: Participate in exciting prize draws and giveaways for a chance to win exclusive items.
Plus additional curated moments and surprise brand activations
What To Expect
A Wine Festival Unlike Anything We've Created Before
This year, Fine Wine Festival becomes a living world. Every guest enters through a different pourtal. Some will find themselves inside The Velvet Society. Others will discover The Realms of Rosé. Some will enter The Golden Ivory. Music, fashion, wine, design, and energy all collide inside a festival built around the idea that wine doesn't just reflect your taste. It reflects your world.
3-Hour Unlimited Wine Tasting (3pm–6pm)
The World's Largest Cultural Wine Celebration
Hidden Worlds & Immersive Installations
Fashion Moments Inspired By Your Pourtal World
DJs & Live Entertainment
Bottle Lounge Experience
Black-Owned, Women-Owned & Global Wine Brands
Food Village
Central Park Views
THE VIP EXPERIENCE
A VIP Experience Crafted for the Tastemakers
The VIP Experience Access is more than a ticket, it’s your passport to a higher tier of the Fine Wine Festival experience.
Where Culture Meets Luxury
The VIP Experience Access is the top-tier VIP experience at Fine Wine Festival, designed for guests who lead culture—not follow it. These are the tastemakers, early adopters, and influencers who expect intentional luxury, high-quality programming, and unforgettable moments.
Key Inclusions for Guests:
Everything included in general admission
Access To 3-Hour Unlimited Wine Tasting: Immerse yourself in a three-hour journey of unlimited wine tasting, featuring a variety of fine wines.
*Curated Gift Bag: VIP Only Festival Giveaway Items
Private Bar: Enjoy exclusive service at our VIP bar
*Catered Hors D’oeuvres: Indulge in a selection of catered hors d’oeuvres
Festival Seating: Access to VIP Only Seating
Exclusive Installations & Activations: Gain access to our unique custom installations and activations, adding an artistic touch to your experience.
Fine Wine Series Merchandise Station: Explore our exclusive Fine Wine Series merchandise station and take home a memento of your experience.
Onsite Food Vendors: Discover a variety of food vendors offering delectable bites to complement your vibe.
*Giveaways: Participate in exciting prize draws and giveaways for a chance to win exclusive items.
*Plus additional curated moments and surprise brand activations
*only available to VIP Plus ticket holders.
Our 2026 Pour Partners
Coming Soon…
The Festival Experience
Check out some of our past Fine Wine Festivals.
FAQs
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Each ticket includes access to the full Fine Wine Festival experience: live DJs, curated wine tastings from Black and Brown-owned wine brands, immersive brand activations, and premium vibes all day long. Select ticket tiers include additional perks such as souvenir wine glasses, VIP seating, and exclusive lounges.
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Yes, upgrades are available as long as VIP tickets are not sold out. Simply log in to your ticket account or contact customer support (boxoffice@finewineseries.com) to request an upgrade.
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Tickets are non-refundable. However, they may be transferred to another guest up until 48 hours before the event. Please follow the ticketing platform’s transfer process to ensure a smooth update.
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The Fine Wine Festival will be held at Citi Field, located at 41 Seaver Wy, Flushing, NY 11368. Rideshare is strongly encouraged. Drop-off and pickup zones will be clearly marked. Limited parking will be available on-site in Lot A for $30 (car) or $60 (bus). Valet not available.
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Yes. The Fine Wine Festival is a rain-or-shine experience. Portions of the event are tented or covered, but please dress accordingly.
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Yes. The Fine Wine Festival is a fashion-forward experience, and semi-formal to formal elevated attire is required. Think suits, dresses, and chic, expressive looks that match the mood and elegance of the day.
Themed, stylish, and fashion-conscious outfits are highly encouraged.Please note: Casual wear such as sweats, casual boots, hoodies, fitted hats, or overly relaxed clothing will not match the atmosphere of this event and is strongly discouraged.
Come dressed to impress—this is your moment to step out in style.
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Your ticket includes unlimited 2–3 oz pours from participating wine vendors during the tasting portion of the festival—while supplies last. Full glasses of wine will be available for purchase at designated cash bars throughout the event.
Bottles can only be purchased in two ways:
On-site: Only wines listed on the official Festival Wine Menu will be available for bottle purchase.
Online: All other bottles from participating brands can be purchased through our Virtual Wine Shop via QR code or link.
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Food is not included in general admission tickets, but a range of food vendors will be available throughout the festival for purchase. VIP guests receive access to complimentary bites.
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Absolutely. We’ll have a curated selection of non-alcoholic wine and beverages available, including water, juices, and specialty mocktails.
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We’d love to connect! Please click our vendor/partner inquiry link here to apply or learn more about partnership opportunities.
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Follow us on Instagram [@thefinewineseries] and join our broadcast channel in our bio for real-time updates, lineup drops, and exclusive announcements. You can also join our mailing list but be sure to add info@finewineseries.com as a contact so emails aren’t sent to spam.
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ENTRY: This event is 21+ and ID is required.
Acceptable forms of identification are government-issued photo IDs (Driver’s License, Passport, Military ID, etc..) that clearly has your photo, name and birth date.
Everyone is required to walk through metal detectors/magnetometers for entry into the Citi Field. The detectors are like those used by airports. Unlike at airports, fans will not have to remove their shoes.
ALL BAGS ARE SUBJECT TO SEARCH.
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BAGS ALLOWED:
• PURSES/ BAGS no larger than 14″x 6″x 14″.
• WAIST/FANNY PACKS
BAGS NOT ALLOWED:
• Backpacks are not allowed unless approved prior.
• Any bag that is larger than 14″x 6″ x 14″ is not allowed.
PROHIBITED ITEMS
Aerosol cans or sprays (including spray sunscreen)
Alcohol
No smoking of any kind, including cigarettes, cigars, and vaping
Any item that can be used to disturb the peace or endanger the safety of the crowd
Newborns/ Infants/Toddlers
Backpacks of any kind
Bicycles, rollerblades, or skateboards
Chairs
Coolers
Drones
Fireworks, sparklers, or incendiary devices
Flags
Focused-light devices, including laser pointers.
Glass containers
Guns
Illegal substances (including narcotics) or drug paraphernalia.
Items intended for sale/promotion.
Kites
Outside food or beverages, including alcohol.
Pets (except Service Animals)
Emotional Support Animals are not recognized by the ADA as Service Animals
Smoking
Soccer balls, footballs, Frisbees, or other projectiles
Strollers
Umbrellas
Vaping
Water guns, water balloons, and/or any other kind of water projectile
Weapons of any kind
OTHER INFORMATION
TICKETS & ENTRY
Do I need to print my ticket or can I use mobile entry? Tickets are available through email and eventbrite. Hard copies are not usable
Is re-entry allowed? No
Is the festival ADA accessible? Yes
Are there accessible restrooms and viewing areas? Yes
Can I bring my own drinks or snacks? We do not allow outside Food or drinks.
What happens if it rains? This event will happen rain or shine.
Will there be medical staff onsite? Yes
How can I contact the festival team? Please email info@finewineseries.com for general inquiries and boxoffice@finewineseries.com for ticketing.
Is this a cashless festival? Yes, please bring a credit or debit card.

