Cheers to the 30th Annual Food & Wine Experience, hosted by Minnesota Monthly! This sensational weekend celebration promises a delightful exploration of flavor, featuring expertly curated wine selections and gourmet dishes crafted by top chefs. Immerse yourself in the world of culinary artistry as you sip, savor, and learn from renowned wine makers and more. With the Omni Viking Lakes Hotel – Home of the Minnesota Vikings providing the perfect ambiance, this event is a must for food lovers and wine enthusiasts alike. Don’t miss a chance to be part of this milestone event – get your tickets today!

All Food & Wine Experience events are all-inclusive and include:

Samples of unique varietals of local, regional, and national wines
Tastings of mouth-watering food from award-winning culinary experts
Pours of specialty beers and spirits
Locally crafted gifts for purchase
FREE parking
Commemorative tasting glass
& more!

Ticket Options:

GRAND VINE TASTING

The Grand Vine Tasting serves as the official kickoff to the 30th Annual Food & Wine Experience and takes place on Friday evening. This intimate, high-end wine tasting pairs fine red, white and sparkling wines with delectable bites. All wines poured at Grand Vine retail at $20+ and showcase the best from local, regional and national vineyards. These tickets sell out every year, so get them early.

Grand Vine tickets include:

Unlimited wine and food samples
Commemorative Riedel wine tasting glass
Music & entertainment
Red carpet photo wall
Free parking
And more!

Date: Friday, March 21, 2025

Time: 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM

Location: Valhalla Ballroom, Omni Viking Lakes Hotel

Cost: $100.00 per person (plus tax & fees)

DRAG SHOW BRUNCH

Food & Wine Experience is thrilled to host this new event in 2025. This Drag Show Brunch will take place on Saturday before the main show in the stunning Kyndred Hearth restaurant, located within the Omni Viking Lakes Hotel. Guests will enjoy a delicious buffet of brunch favorites, while being dazzled by some of the fiercest queens in the scene with a high energy performance filled with lip-syncs, comedy, and stunning looks. Whether you’re a first-timer or a longtime fan of drag, you’ll enjoy this show. Seats are limited and assigned; you will make seat selections in checkout.

Drag Show Brunch tickets include:

Mouthwatering brunch menu
Cocktails
Music & entertainment
Assigned seating
Free parking
& more!

Date: Saturday, March 22, 2025

Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Location: Kyndred Hearth, Omni Viking Lakes Hotel

Cost: $90.00 per person (plus tax & fees)

FOOD & WINE EXPERIENCE

On Saturday, March 22 and Sunday, March 23, be our guests for the main show experience. The Omni Viking Lakes Hotel will be transformed into a food and wine mecca, featuring iconic food and beverage brands that will sample their food, wine, brews, spirits, and more. In addition, you can browse artisan products from local vendors, shop for gifts, and take part in all the activations available for a fun-filled day. There are two ticket types available for this years' experience.

Food & Wine Experience General Admission tickets include:

Unlimited food & beverage sampling
Commemorative wine tasting glass
Reusable fabric tote shopping bag
Music & entertainment
Photo booth with take-home photo strips
& more!

Food & Wine Experience VIP Admission tickets include:

Unlimited food & beverage sampling
Commemorative wine tasting glass
Reusable fabric tote shopping bag
Music & entertainment
Photo booth with take-home photo strips

PLUS, these additional VIP benefits:

Complimentary coat check
Two complimentary Wine Wall raffle tickets
VIP Entrance
VIP Gifts
Access to a VIP Lounge with charcuterie, snacks, & an exclusive VIP drink
Opportunity to win a VIP gift basket worth over $499 (several winners each day)

Dates: Saturday, March 22 & Sunday, March 23, 2025

Time: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM daily

Location: Omni Viking Lakes Hotel — Home of the Minnesota Vikings

Cost:

VIP: $135.00 per person (plus tax & fees)

General Admission: $100.00 per person (plus tax & fees)

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Additional Ticket Information:

Tickets are non-refundable

All guests must be 21 years of age or older and show a valid ID upon entry

NOTE: Discount codes are not applicable to Drag Show Brunch.

Learn more at FoodWineExperience.com