Walk-Around Grand Tasting: VIP/Early Sunday Special

**Secure 20% off standard ticket pricing today; Early Bird rates of $79 are capped, and prices will soon increase to Advance pricing.

Gain Entry One Hour Early to The Expo’s Signature Wine, Spirits & Food Tasting Experience

If you can only attend one of the Expo's events, make it the Walk-Around Grand Tasting - the heart of the Expo, perfect for both passionate wine enthusiasts and novice drinkers. Sip and shop hundreds of wines, spirits, ciders, meads, and specialty foods from Virginia and around the world! 

VIP Early Entry & Exclusive Wine Access

VIP ticket holders enter the Grand Tasting one hour early and receive a special wristband for exclusive access to select highly regarded VIP wines throughout the entire 4-hour session. SIGNAGE WILL CLEARLY INDICATE WHICH EXHIBITORS ARE SERVING VIP WINES. 

Special Note: Add the Chardonnay Unmasked Masterclass to your Sunday itinerary; it concludes at 12 pm, just as the VIP Grand Tasting begins.

Here's what you'll enjoy at the beautiful Main Street Station:

• Taste and buy hundreds of highly-regarded wines, spirits, and ciders throughout the 4-hour session*, including 30+ Virginia wineries and 10+ Virginia distilleries
• Discover wines from France, New York, island regions, and other renowned wine regions
• Sample and purchase specialty foods from local and national artisan producers
• Complimentary wine check holds your bottle purchases until you're ready to leave

WHY Choose the Sunday Special? Sunday offers a more relaxed and intimate tasting experience, with more opportunities to connect with the winemakers, distillers, and makers, all at a lower ticket price than Saturday.

2027 Regions of Emphasis: Virginia wine is always featured, alongside rotating international and national Regions of Emphasis. In 2027, enjoy France and island wines from around the world, plus New York wines, along with selections from other renowned regions.

Additional Noteworthy Perks:  

• Complimentary crystal Stolzle wine glass to use and take home
• Enjoy a silent auction
• Coat check and artisanal water will be provided
• Seating and tables throughout the train station

Important: This is an event for those 21+ ONLY. *Tastings end ten minutes before each session concludes; Virginia wineries, distilleries, and cideries may continue bottle sales until the event ends. This is an all-inclusive event except for full meal items. Do note that there are five entry times for this event.