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Thursday, November 5, 2026

Welcome Party

7–9 PM

$65per ticket

Friday, November 6, 2026

Hosted Mini Sessions

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Restaurant Showcase

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$150per ticket

Club Sugar

9–11:30 PM

$65per ticket

Saturday, November 7, 2026

Grand Tasting

Noon–4 PM

$295per ticket

Gallery Showcase

6:30–8:30 PM

$65per ticket
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Friday, November 6, 2026

Hosted Mini Sessions

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Coffee cups arranged for a guided tasting

9 AM - 10 AM

Coffee Cupping & Tasting

Uncommon Coffee Roasters

127 Hoffman St., Saugatuck

Coffee contains more flavor compounds than any other beverage. Learn how coffee professionals identify flavor notes and develop tasting profiles in this guided cupping experience at Uncommon Coffee Roasters. Guests will gain a deeper appreciation for one of the world’s most complex beverages and how to better taste coffee at home.

Moroccan dishes served on a patterned table

10 AM - 12 PM

Moroccan Cooking Class

Lulu Cadieux

249 Mason St., Saugatuck

Discover the bold, warming flavors of Moroccan cuisine in this immersive cooking class at Lulu Cadieux, featuring tagine, couscous, harira, and more. Lunch is included following the class.

Painting workshop materials in a studio setting

10 AM - 1 PM

Oil Painting Demo & Workshop

James Brandess Studios & Gallery

238 Butler St., Saugatuck

Create your own original painting during this guided oil painting workshop with local artist James Brandess. All materials are included, and each guest will leave with a finished piece to take home.

Guest blending a custom fragrance

Open House: 10 AM - 5 PM

Cozy Coastal Perfume Bar Experience

Marie’s Green Apothecary

347 Water St., Saugatuck

Create a custom fragrance inspired by memory, creativity, and the lakeshore lifestyle in this intimate scent-driven workshop at Marie’s Green Apothecary. Guests will leave with a personalized perfume blend of their own.

Coastal Tours chauffeured winery and tasting tour

10:30 AM - 3:45 PM

Chauffeured Winery & Tasting Tour

Pickup at the Riverside Pavilion

48 Water Street, Saugatuck

Your Coastal Tours guide will take care of the driving and itinerary while you sit back and enjoy the experience.

James Lester tending vines at Wyncroft Winery

11 AM - 1 PM

Wyncroft Winery Tour

Wyncroft Winery

1055 64th Street, Pullman, Michigan

Two-hour winery tour at Wyncroft Winery, 1055 64th Street, Pullman, Michigan. Each tour requires a minimum of 6 guests to operate and is limited to 12 guests.

Uncommon Coffee Roasters sign outside the cafe

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Coffee Flight & Roastery Tour

Uncommon Coffee Roasters

127 Hoffman St., Saugatuck

Sample freshly roasted coffees while touring Uncommon Coffee Roasters’ production facility. Along the way, guests will learn more about sourcing, roasting, brewing, and packaging from the expert team behind the brand.

Wine barrels inside the Modales production space

12 PM

Modales Winery Tour

Modales

2128 62nd St., Fennville

Explore one of Michigan’s few certified organic wineries during a guided vineyard tour at Modales. Guests will sip wine while learning about sustainable farming practices and the connection between healthy soils and exceptional wines.

Brian Riggenbach and Mikey Corona

12 PM - 2 PM

FEATURED CHEF’S BRUNCH with Brian Riggenbach & Mikey Corona

SaugaTaco

650 Water Street, Saugatuck

From Chicago’s underground supper-club scene to becoming Nashville restaurateurs, Brian Riggenbach and Mikey Corona invite guests to gather around the table for a spirited, family-style brunch inspired by the cities, flavors, and experiences that shaped their culinary journey.

Zwilling Airstream demo kitchen outside Butler Pantry

12 PM - 12:40 PM

AirStream Demo Kitchen | Knife Skills with Zwilling

Butler Pantry

439 Butler St., Saugatuck

Sharpen your kitchen confidence with a live knife-skills demonstration hosted in the Zwilling Airstream at The Butler Pantry. Guests will explore essential techniques and tools alongside seasonal cooking inspiration, and each session includes a $5 in-store credit.

Panoramic Beverage Company logo

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

The Alchemist’s Aperitif: History, Craft, and the Art of Vermouth

Panoramic Beverage Company

118 Hoffman Street, Saugatuck

Unlocking the secrets of the world’s most versatile fortified wine, this course offers a peek at the rich heritage and modern revival of vermouth. You will explore vermouth’s journey from an ancient medicinal tonic to the cornerstone of European café culture and global mixology. The curriculum provides a practical overview of the production process, teaching you how base wines, fortification, and key botanicals—like wormwood, herbs, and spices—come together to create unique flavor profiles. Finally, you will master the art of the aperitif ritual with a guide to essential food pairings, learning how to pair vermouths with classic bites like olives, artisanal cheeses, and cured meats.

Zwilling Airstream demo kitchen outside Butler Pantry

1 PM - 1:40 PM

AirStream Demo Kitchen | Cooking with Staub

Butler Pantry

439 Butler St., Saugatuck

Join The Butler Pantry inside the Zwilling Airstream for seasonal cooking demonstrations featuring Staub cookware. Sessions will highlight comforting fall favorites, such as soups and sourdough bread baking, along with practical techniques for home cooks, and each session includes a $5 in-store credit.

Wine barrels inside the Modales production space

2 PM

Modales Winery Tour

Modales

2128 62nd St., Fennville

Explore one of Michigan’s few certified organic wineries during a guided vineyard tour at Modales. Guests will sip wine while learning about sustainable farming practices and the connection between healthy soils and exceptional wines.

Nina Weiss with paintbrushes in her studio

2 PM

Beyond the Palette, An Intimate Session with Nationally Acclaimed Landscape Painter Nina Weiss

J. Petter Galleries

161 N Blue Star Hwy, Douglas

Nina gives an in depth look into her unique approach to color theory and perspective in her stunning land scapes, with a curated wine selection to enjoy during the talk.

James Lester tending vines at Wyncroft Winery

2 PM - 4 PM

Wyncroft Winery Tour

Wyncroft Winery

1055 64th Street, Pullman, Michigan

Two-hour winery tour at Wyncroft Winery, 1055 64th Street, Pullman, Michigan. Each tour requires a minimum of 6 guests to operate and is limited to 12 guests.

Zwilling Airstream demo kitchen outside Butler Pantry

2 PM - 2:40 PM

AirStream Demo Kitchen | Knife Skills with Zwilling

Butler Pantry

439 Butler St., Saugatuck

Sharpen your kitchen confidence with a live knife-skills demonstration hosted in the Zwilling Airstream at The Butler Pantry. Guests will explore essential techniques and tools alongside seasonal cooking inspiration, and each session includes a $5 in-store credit.

Coffee cups arranged for a guided tasting

2 PM - 3 PM

Coffee Cupping & Tasting

Uncommon Coffee Roasters

127 Hoffman St., Saugatuck

Coffee contains more flavor compounds than any other beverage. Learn how coffee professionals identify flavor notes and develop tasting profiles in this guided cupping experience at Uncommon Coffee Roasters. Guests will gain a deeper appreciation for one of the world’s most complex beverages and how to better taste coffee at home.

Zwilling Airstream demo kitchen outside Butler Pantry

3 PM - 3:40 PM

AirStream Demo Kitchen | Cooking with Staub

Butler Pantry

439 Butler St., Saugatuck

Join The Butler Pantry inside the Zwilling Airstream for seasonal cooking demonstrations featuring Staub cookware. Sessions will highlight comforting fall favorites, such as soups and sourdough bread baking, along with practical techniques for home cooks, and each session includes a $5 in-store credit.

Dr. Sherry Seston with Veritas Estate wines

3 PM

Art in the Glass: A Blind Evaluation Masterclass

J. Petter Galleries

161 N Blue Star Hwy, Douglas

Compare Classic Old World Wines directly against their Michigan counterparts in a guided blind tasting with winemaker and WSET educator Dr. Sherry Seston of Veritas Estate Winery. Improve and test your sensory skills and wine knowledge across three interactive rounds, followed by a breakdown of the terroir, chemistry, and technique in every glass.

Guests making kokedama arrangements at a table

3 PM

Cocktails & Kokedama

New Holland Distilling - Saugatuck Tasting Room

201 Culver St., Saugatuck

Pair craft cocktails with a hands-on Japanese kokedama workshop in this creative session blending mixology and plant design. Guests will build their own moss garden arrangement while sipping signature seasonal cocktails from New Holland Spirits. Choose between two featured builds: an Amaryllis bulb arrangement at 3 PM or a Norfolk Island Pine at 5 PM, perfect for adding a seasonal touch to your home or holiday gifting.

Kristen Kish

3:30–4:30 PM Eastern

Fireside Chat with Kristen Kish

Wickwood Inn

Festival pass required. Maximum four tickets per purchase. Ticket sales open Friday, October 16, 2026 at noon Eastern.

Zwilling Airstream demo kitchen outside Butler Pantry

4 PM - 4:40 PM

AirStream Demo Kitchen | Knife Skills with Zwilling

Butler Pantry

439 Butler St., Saugatuck

Sharpen your kitchen confidence with a live knife-skills demonstration hosted in the Zwilling Airstream at The Butler Pantry. Guests will explore essential techniques and tools alongside seasonal cooking inspiration, and each session includes a $5 in-store credit.

Guests making kokedama arrangements at a table

5 PM

Cocktails & Kokedama

New Holland Distilling - Saugatuck Tasting Room

201 Culver St., Saugatuck

Pair craft cocktails with a hands-on Japanese kokedama workshop in this creative session blending mixology and plant design. Guests will build their own moss garden arrangement while sipping signature seasonal cocktails from New Holland Spirits. Choose between two featured builds: an Amaryllis bulb arrangement at 3 PM or a Norfolk Island Pine at 5 PM, perfect for adding a seasonal touch to your home or holiday gifting.

Pop-Up Caviar Pairing & Gallery Show at Red Horse Center

Open House: 6 PM - 9 PM

Pop-Up Caviar Pairing & Gallery Show

Red Horse Center

6171 122nd Ave., Fennville

Enjoy 4 small plates featuring sustainably wild-caught roe produced in Michigan by BLiS Gourmet, a unique culinary producer in Grand Rapids, MI, led by Steve Stallard and Sarah Sherman. Each BLiS-inspired plate integrates their house-cured roe (aka caviar) into a delicious bite, paired with local wine and beer by Red Horse’s very own Beervangelist and beverage pairing guide, Fred Bueltmann.

Wine poured into a glass during a tasting

Open House

Wine Tasting

Wine Sellers of Saugatuck

247 Butler St., Saugatuck

Stop by Wine Sellers of Saugatuck for a free open-house tasting with Advanced Sommelier Mike Gustaitis. Guests can explore distinctive pours while learning more about regions, varietals, and tasting notes.

Friday, November 6, 2026

Restaurant Showcase

Choose your restaurant, seating time, and number of tickets. Each seating is added separately. Learn more about Restaurant Showcase (opens a new tab)

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