Wine & Cheese Fest 2026

Melbourne’s Most Indulgent Day Out Returns for Its 13th Year! 🍷🧀

Mark your calendars for Saturday, 14 March 2026 at The Timber Yard, Port Melbourne — the home of Melbourne’s most delicious festival.

For over a decade, the Wine & Cheese Fest has been the go-to celebration of boutique wineries, cheesemakers, and artisan producers, bringing together the best of Victoria (and beyond) for one unforgettable day.

This year, expect more flavor, more fun, and more reasons to raise a glass. From over 200 wines and 50 cheeses to live music, masterclasses, and even the legendary Grape Stomp Competition, it’s a feast for all the senses.

🎉 Why You’ll Love It

Unlimited Tastings: Sip and savor your way through a curated lineup of wineries, cheesemakers, and cideries.
Learn & Discover: Free masterclasses hosted by experts who love sharing their craft.
Meet the Makers: Support boutique producers and take home unique bottles, wedges, and gourmet goods.
Entertainment All Day: DJs, live music, roving performers — the festival buzz goes beyond the glass.
Family-Friendly: Kids get in free and can enjoy games, face-painting, and more.

🥂 Ticket Options

General Admission

Festival entry (your chosen session)
A reusable Wine & Cheese Fest glass
A stylish festival tote bag to carry your purchases

VIP Experience

All-day entry
Exclusive access to the VIP Lounge overlooking the festival
A premium Riedel Overture wine glass to keep
A VIP Masterclass (2pm) with Matthew Barry from Mount Avoca, exploring rare ‘Museum’ wines paired with cheese
Private seating and tastings

Total Wine Indulgence (TWI)

Festival entry (session of choice)
Voucher for 1 bottle of wine + 3 glasses at the Wine & Cheese Fest Bar

🕒 Session Times

To keep things smooth and relaxed, we’ve split the day into two sessions:

Midday Session: 12:00 – 3:30pm
Afternoon Session: 4:00 – 7:30pm

All ticket holders can enjoy the outdoor courtyard from 11:30am – 9:00pm, with warehouse access for your session only.

🍇 Festival Highlights

Grape Stomp Competition (3:00pm in the courtyard) — cheer on the stompers or register to compete!
Masterclasses — free to all ticket holders, with 8–10 sessions throughout the day.
Music & Vibes — live DJs, bands, and roving artists to keep the atmosphere buzzing.

🌦 Rain, Shine & Everything in Between

The festival goes ahead in all weather. Our producers and entertainers are fully covered indoors and under marquees.

✅ Responsible Service

We’re here to celebrate, not overindulge. Tastings are included with your ticket, and all alcohol service follows RSA regulations. Our team and exhibitors are trained to ensure a safe, welcoming vibe for everyone — and may refuse service if required. Thanks for helping us keep the festival fun for all!

👨‍👩‍👧 Families Welcome

The Event is intended for Adults Only. However, if your babysitter cancelled for the day - you are welcome to bring children.
Children (0–18) enter free but must be with a parent/guardian at ALL times..
Kids will receive an U18 wristband on entry and must wear it throughout the event.

♿ Accessibility

All areas are wheelchair accessible, except for the upstairs VIP Lounge.

🐾 Dogs

Pups are welcome in the outdoor courtyard only.

📸 Photography & Media

Our photographers and videographers will be capturing the festival magic for social media and marketing. Prefer not to be included? Let us know before the event.

🎟 Don’t Miss Out

Past festivals have sold out quickly — with limited capacity per session, we recommend booking early to secure your place at Melbourne’s most indulgent day out.

Wine. Cheese. Music. Friends. Memories.
Join us for a day worth savoring.