One of the pleasures of traveling is experiencing wonderful food and drink. Enjoying both in a beautiful setting just amplifies the pleasure of it all. That’s why we’re excited to tell Real Food Traveler readers that one of our favorite culinary travel events is back. The Park City Wine Festival: Fall Edition returns to Park City, Utah in October 2026 with a variety of varied experiences that let you immerse in the historic, chic mountain town, enjoy local cuisine, delicious wines and beautiful nature during one of Park City’s most beautiful seasons. We’re proud to partner with the event again to bring you everything you need to know about it, to make your plans. Our thanks to Park City Wine Festival for offering an exclusive discount code too (details below).

Keep this article handy to help you plan to attend the Park City Wine Festival: Fall Edition.

WHEN IS THE PARK CITY WINE FESTIVAL: FALL EDITION?
October 1-3, 2026

WHERE IS IT HELD?
In a variety of locations, all within Park City, Utah (around an hour away from the Salt Lake City International Airport)

Park City, Utah is a beautiful setting for the Park City Wine Festival.

WHAT IS THE EVENT ABOUT?
Celebrating its seventh year, the Park City Wine Festival’s Fall Edition combines James Beard chefs, volcanic wines and a private wine vault with adventures in the Wasatch Mountains.

“We designed this year’s paired experiences to reflect the full spectrum of what Park City does best: world-class cuisine, stunning mountain terrain, and serious wine,” says Park City Wine Festival Event Director Kristen Slater. “Whether you’re sitting down for a James Beard chef-led dinner or lacing up your boots for a ridge hike followed by rosé, every experience is built around one idea: the best wine moments happen when the setting is extraordinary.”

WHO ORGANIZES THE PARK CITY WINE FESTIVAL: FALL EDITION?
Founded more than 25 years ago in Denver, Team Player Productions (TPP) has produced and managed more than 400 events around the country, raising more than $2 million for its various nonprofit partners. TPP produces beloved annual events including Vail Wine Classic, Breckenridge Wine Classic, and Vail Craft Beer Classic. For more information, visit TPPEvents.com.

WHAT HAPPENS AT THE PARK CITY WINE FESTIVAL: FALL EDITION?

There are a variety of events that combine food, drink and outdoor experiences. Event organizer, Kristen Slater recommends picking one “culinary experience” and one “main event” per day, depending on your interests. Here’s the schedule:

Thursday, October 1

CULINARY EXPERIENCES

An Evening of DAOU at Riverhorse on Main
Indulge in a five-course paired dinner at one of Park City’s most distinguished restaurants. Each course will be served with a perfectly paired wine from DAOU Vineyards.

There will also be an exclusive experience in the private wine vault of RIME by St. Regis Deer Valley with Chef Jason Lahrman. Details will be announced at a later date. Follow @parkcitywinefestival on Instagram for updates.

Big Reds & Bold Cuts Wine Dinner at Butcher’s Chop House & Bar
This restaurant, named Park City’s Best Steak in 2025 presents a five-course dinner with wines from J. Lohr Vineyard & Wines, named 2025 Domestic Winery of the Year at the Sommelier Challenge International Wine Competition. The wines are also certified sustainable by the California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance.

Boutique Producer Wine Dinner at LOMA
One of Park City’s Top 3 Best New Restaurants 2025, LOMA is making its festival debut. A five-course Italian menu from Chef Adam Ross will be paired with wines from Ricochet Wine Company’s portfolio of 93+ point wines. Guiding guests through the experience will be Chef Sommelier and SommSchool founder, Kellie Martin.

Volcanic Wines & Parisian Plates at Le Depot Brasserie
Connect the bold terroir of volcanic growing conditions of wines from Brassfield Estate Winery with five courses of classic French cuisine by James Beard Award-winning Chef Galen Zamarra. Wine educator Julie Minadeo leads the pairing exploration.

The paired dining experiences are informative, delicious and fun.

Friday, October 2

CULINARY EXPERIENCES

Rosé & Ridge Hike and Lunch at Hyatt Centric EPC
Take a moderate, three-mile hike guided by the Mountain Trails Alliance through sweeping views of the Wasatch Range. Then enjoy a three-course rosé-paired lunch at EPC Restaurant, focused on Utah-cuisine. Award-winning Chef Cris Sibaja Aragon leads the meal with Chief Sommelier Kellie Martin guiding the wine pairings from Acquiesce Winery & Vineyards.

Sparkle & Savor Wine Lunch at Glitretind Restaurant by Stein Eriksen Lodge
Enjoy a three-course still and sparkling wine lunch at this restaurant that has held its Forbes Five-Star rating for 18 years. Executive Chef Zane Holmquist pairs locally sourced cuisine with wines from J Vineyards & Winery, led by Head Winemaker Nicole Hitchcock, named 2022 Winemaker of the Year by Wine Enthusiast.

MAIN EVENTS

Best of Fest
Celebrate wine, food, art and music in this signature event celebrating the craft of pairing food with wine and spirits to traditional art forms. Experience art being created before your eyes, while hearing the tunes of local musicians and a delicious, curated pairing menu. Tickets sold at this event support the event’s non-profit partner, Arts Council Park City + Summit County and their mission to support the Park City Arts & Culture community by driving creative programming, providing valuable resources, and cultivating connections.

Grand Tasting
Meet the people behind the wines and spirits featured at the Park City Wine Festival’s Fall Edition through conversation and unlimited tastings at this core event. Enjoy bites from local restaurants too plus live music and entertainment. The Grand Tasting is your opportunity to explore new sips, purveyors and regions.
Tickets come in three levels, First Sip, Early Access and General Admission. First Sip offers earliest entry, and therefore the smallest crowds, to be the first to experience the Grand Tasting. Nab a table or spot to call your own for the three-hour experience. Early Access provides 2.5 hours at the event, a full half-hour before GA admission opens. And General Admission receives two hours of tasting, bites, live music and entertainment and a curated shopping marketplace. Take advantage of our exclusive discount code “realfoodtraveler” to receive $10 off of any of these events at checkout.

Throughout the Park City Wine Festival: Fall Edition, you can meet the winemakers and learn about their wines, wineries and wine regions all while tasting.

 Saturday, October 3

CULINARY EXPERIENCES

Sips & Switchbacks Hike and Lunch at Alpinist Deer Valley
Go on a scenic, guided hike before sitting down to lunch at the restaurant that’s the newest venture of James Beard-nominated Chef James Dumas. DeLille Cellars wines from the Pacific Northwest will be paired with a fusion of 1970s-inspired Alpine nostalgia and contemporary elegance.

Transcending the Glass Dinner at Le Depot Brasserie
A five-course meal of classic French cuisine presented with a modern twist by James Beard Award winning Chef Galen Zamarra will be presented paired with wine and cocktails from Foley Family Wine and Spirits.

Uncorked Utah Luncheon at Boneyard Saloon
Feast on a family-style meal from this local favorite while exploring a tasting of local Utah suppliers, Terra 5047 (Utah’s highest elevation winery), Dendric Estate, and Purple Sky Winery.

Vino Venture Hike and Lunch at Deer Valley Café at Deer Valley Resort
Go on a three-mile guided hike before settling in on the lakeside patio for a three-course meal. Enjoy pairings from winemaker Michael Oravecz and Mila Family Vineyards which produces fewer than 200 cases of each varietal using biodynamic farming, prioritizing long-term soil health.

In addition to wine-enjoyment, the Park City Wine Festival also offers opportunities to shop for art, enjoy live music and socialize.

MAIN EVENTS

The Night Cap
This new event is hosted at Alpine Distilling, Park City’s premier lounge from the celebrated, local, family-owned distiller. Enjoy spirits straight or in cocktails with treats from the dessert bar. 

Grand Tasting
Meet the people behind the wines and spirits featured at the Park City Wine Festival’s Fall Edition through conversation and unlimited tastings at this core event. Enjoy bites from local restaurants too plus live music and entertainment. The Grand Tasting is your opportunity to explore new sips, purveyors and regions.
Tickets come in three levels, First Sip, Early Access and General Admission. First Sip offers earliest entry, and therefore the smallest crowds, to be the first to experience the Grand Tasting. Nab a table or spot to call your own for the three-hour experience. Early Access provides 2.5 hours at the event, a full half-hour before GA admission opens. And General Admission receives two hours of tasting, bites, live music and entertainment and a curated shopping marketplace.

Take advantage of our exclusive discount code “realfoodtraveler” to receive $10 off of any of these events at checkout.

The paired dinners and lunches are available as ticketed experiences alongside the Grand Tasting, which features 300+ wines, live music, and on-site activations including the returning Bubble Bar favorite and new Lodi Uncorked exploration.

WHERE CAN YOU STAY WHILE ATTENDING THE PARK CITY WINE FESTIVAL: FALL EDITION?
The Festival has preferred lodging partners, making it easy and relaxing to enjoy whatever events you’re attending at the Festival, as well as the rest of your time in Park City. Visit the link to get to know each one.

The scenery is beautiful for the Park City Wine Festival: Fall Edition.

WHERE CAN YOU GET ALL THE DETAILS AND PURCHASE TICKETS FOR THE PARK CITY WINE FESTIVAL: FALL EDITION?
Simply visit parkcitywinefest.com or follow @parkcitywinefestival on Instagram and @parkcitywinefestival on Facebook. And don’t forget to use our exclusive discount code “realfoodtraveler” to receive $10 off any and all events at checkout.

-By Courtney Drake-McDonough, Publisher & Managing Editor, Real Food Traveler

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