Your ticket into one of Georgia’s most anticipated fall events. General Admission includes unlimited 1.5 oz pours of Chateau Elan wines, craft beers, and local spirits, plus chef-crafted bites from our restaurant partners, live culinary demonstrations, live music all day, backyard games, and exclusive Vineyard Fest swag to take home.
Why just attend when you can own the weekend? VIP guests get everything in General Admission, plus access to an exclusive VIP lounge with private bar and plush seating, private chef-curated culinary stations, and expanded access throughout the entire winery, unlocking spaces and activations most guests never see. New for 2026, VIPs also get into the Poolside Prelude on Saturday, turning this into a full two-day festival experience. This is Vineyard Fest, elevated.
Make it a full weekend. Our overnight packages pair elegant resort accommodations with two tickets to Sunday’s Vineyard Fest celebration, so the only thing you need to worry about is what to sip next. Packages available for both General Admission tiers.
Twenty-eight years of harvest tradition, and we’re just getting started.
VIP guests kick off the weekend Saturday at the Poolside Prelude, a sun-soaked pool party with a live DJ, chilled wines, and seasonal cocktails that sets the vibe for what’s ahead. Then on Sunday, the main event takes over the estate: 30+ award-winning Chateau Elan wines, chef-curated bites, live entertainment, hands-on workshops, and immersive activations spread across the vineyards. This is wine country at full volume.
Begin Vineyard Fest Weekend with an unforgettable evening of culinary artistry and exceptional wine. Join Chateau Elan’s culinary and winemaking teams for an intimate Chef & Winemaker Dinner featuring a thoughtfully curated multi-course menu paired with distinctive Chateau Elan wines.
Set against the backdrop of North Georgia wine country, this exclusive dinner offers an intimate introduction to the weekend ahead, bringing together the flavors, craftsmanship, and passion that define Chateau Elan.
Reserve Your SeatKick off Vineyard Fest weekend on Saturday, September 19, with the Poolside Prelude, a resort-style evening designed to set the tone for the celebration ahead. Enjoy live music from a DJ, seasonal cocktails, chilled estate wines, and light bites, all against the backdrop of a warm North Georgia evening. Relax poolside, mingle with fellow guests, and ease into the weekend before Sunday’s main event. Included with VIP tickets and VIP packages.
The main event arrives on Sunday, September 20. When the gates open, the entire Chateau Elan estate transforms into a full-scale harvest celebration. Taste through 30+ award-winning wines, graze on chef-driven culinary stations, and enjoy live music throughout the grounds. Discover curated workshops, wellness activations, and immersive vineyard experiences that capture the spirit of the season, along with horse-drawn carriage rides, tethered hot air balloon rides, giant beer pong, hatchet throwing, face painting, and more. More than a festival, Vineyard Fest is the fall tradition you’ll plan your whole season around.
Words only go so far. Watch the highlights from the 28th Annual Vineyard Fest and see why this event sells out year after year. The energy, the estate, the wines, the people. This year takes everything you see here and turns it up. Don’t watch from the sidelines.
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Make your Vineyard Fest arrival as seamless as the rest of your day. Premier Onsite Parking is available for $50 per vehicle, located just steps from the festivities.
Complimentary offsite parking is also available at the Braselton Civic Center, with transportation provided to and from the event. Guests may also park at the Hampton Inn and walk to the Vineyard Fest entrance.
Rideshare drop-off is available for guests arriving by Uber, Lyft, HERide, or other rideshare services. Please follow event signage and staff directions to the designated drop-off location.
Premier Onsite Parking includes parking only. Parking availability is subject to capacity.
Reserve Premier ParkingWe’re excited to partner with HERide, a convenient rideshare service designed to help guests get where they’re going safely and comfortably, to make getting to and from Vineyard Fest a little easier.
Vineyard Fest attendees receive 15% off rides when they pre-book their trip.
Use code CHATEAUELAN26 when booking to receive 15% off your ride.
Plan ahead, reserve your ride, and enjoy the festival without worrying about the drive home.
PRE-BOOK YOUR HERIDE
Since 1996, Chateau Elan Winery & Resort has brought wine lovers, food fans, and harvest enthusiasts together each fall for what’s become North Georgia’s most beloved festival tradition. Now in its 29th year, Vineyard Fest has grown into a full two-day celebration spanning the entire estate, featuring 30+ award-winning wines, chef-driven cuisine, live music, hands-on workshops, and curated experiences that make this the must-attend event of Georgia’s fall season.
If you are purchasing tickets without an overnight accommodation, you will receive a confirmation email with your electronic ticket from our ticketing platform. Please check your inbox and/or spam folder shortly after purchasing your ticket.
If you are purchasing a Rooms Package, with accommodations and ticketing bundled together, tickets will be automatically sent to your email address 48 hours after the rooms package is purchased online.
General Admission includes entry from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM with unlimited 1.5 oz pours of Chateau Elan wines, craft beers, and local spirits. You’ll also get chef-crafted bites from our restaurant partners, live culinary demonstrations, live music all day, backyard games, and exclusive Vineyard Fest swag to take home.
VIP Admission (SOLD OUT) includes everything in General Admission plus access to the exclusive VIP lounge with private bar and soft seating, private chef-curated culinary stations and tastings, and expanded access throughout the entire winery. VIP also includes entry to the Poolside Prelude on Saturday for the full two-day experience.
All tickets and packages are non-refundable and cannot be exchanged. If you can no longer attend, you may transfer your reservation by updating the name on your booking.
Vineyard Fest is a 21+ event. No one under the age of 21 will be admitted, including children in strollers or carriers. Valid photo ID is required for all guests at check-in, no exceptions.
Yes. Premier Onsite Parking is available for $50 per vehicle and is located just steps from the Vineyard Fest festivities. After booking, you’ll receive a confirmation with a parking QR code. Please print your confirmation and display the QR code on your dashboard upon arrival.
Complimentary offsite parking is also available at the Braselton Civic Center, with transportation provided to the event. Guests may also park at the Hampton Inn and walk to the Vineyard Fest entrance.
Vineyard Fest is a festive, vineyard-inspired celebration, so while there is no enforced dress code, we recommend comfortable, stylish attire suitable for spending the day outdoors. Think elevated casual with comfortable shoes for exploring the estate and enjoying the festivities.
Vineyard Fest takes place primarily outdoors, so we recommend checking the forecast closer to the event and dressing accordingly. Rain or shine, the party goes on.
Please drink responsibly and plan your ride home before the day gets started. If you need a safe way home, Safe Ride America at (404) 888-0887 is a nonprofit that provides free transportation when you need it. HERide is also offering all Vineyard Fest attendees 15% off rides with code CHATEAUELAN26. Advance booking is required. Uber and Lyft are also available throughout the event. Use the pick-up address: 100 Rue Charlemagne Drive, Braselton, GA 30517.
Take the elevator home. Book an overnight stay and enjoy the ease of ending the evening just steps from the festivities.
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