Signature Events
NEW FOR 2023
VIP Weekender Plus
November 9th-12th, 2023
Various Locations, Highlands, NC
$2100 per person
($125 charitable donation included) + taxes & fees
- Includes VIP access to 5 signature events: The Grand Tasting, Truckin’, Main Event,
Shot of Redemption, and A Generous Pour - Inclusive of all food and beverage – including sponsored beer, wine, and spirits
- Ability to pick up wristbands in advance of The Grand Tasting and other events at festival box office to allow for quick entry
- Exclusive VIP “Fast Lane” entry at each event
- VIP Gift Bag with special gifts from our sponsors
- Access to VIP area at Truckin’ with dedicated bar, exclusive food & beverage offerings, and prime stage viewing
- Access to VIP area at Main Event with dedicated bar, exclusive food & beverage offerings, and prime stage viewing
- Access to VIP area at A Shot at Redemption with dedicated bar, exclusive food & beverage offerings, and prime stage viewing
A portion of your ticket purchase will benefit Highlands Festivals’ charitable beneficiaries. We thank you for your generosity. If you would like a receipt for tax purposes, please email us at info@highlandsfoodandwine.com.
VIP Weekender
Does not include A Generous Pour
November 9th-12th, 2023
Various Locations, Highlands, NC
$1600 per person
($100 charitable donation included) + taxes & fees
- Includes VIP access to 4 signature events: The Grand Tasting, Truckin’, Main Event, and
A Shot at Redemption - Inclusive of all food and beverage – including beer, wine, and spirits
- Ability to pick up wristbands in advance of The Grand Tasting and other events at festival box office to allow for quick entry
- Exclusive VIP “Fast Lane” entry at each event
- VIP Gift Bag with special gifts from our sponsors
- Access to VIP area at Truckin’ with dedicated bar, exclusive food & beverage offerings, and prime stage viewing
- Access to VIP area at Main Event with dedicated bar, exclusive food & beverage offerings, and prime stage viewing
- Access to VIP area at A Shot at Redemption with dedicated bar, exclusive food & beverage offerings, and prime stage viewing
A portion of your ticket purchase will benefit Highlands Festivals’ charitable beneficiaries. We thank you for your generosity. If you would like a receipt for tax purposes, please email us at info@highlandsfoodandwine.com.
Thursday, November 9, 7-10:00pm
The Bascom: A Center for the Visual Arts
$295 per person
($25 charitable donation included) + taxes & fees
Featuring Southern Avenue
Get an early start to the weekend at Grand Tasting, Highlands Food & Wine’s kick-off event. Enjoy exquisite small plates from world-class chefs from the Cashier-Highlands Plateau and throughout the Southeast. Sample red, white and sparkling wines from around the world, craft cocktails craft brews, plus craft cocktails and brews.
Friday, November 10, 1:00 - 4:30 pm
Kelsey-Hutchison Founders Park, Highlands, NC 28741
$295 per person
($25 charitable donation included) + taxes & fees
Featuring Matt Koziol
Keep Truckin’ along at our Friday afternoon funfest in Highlands. Nosh on dishes from innovative food trucks and vendors while enjoying craft cocktails and the “Highway to Ale” craft brews area.
Saturday, November 11, 12:00 - 3:30 pm
Main Street
$350 per person
($25 charitable donation included) + taxes & fees
Featuring Grace Potter
Welcome to The Main Event, where foodies and wine lovers alike will gather to jam on Highlands’ iconic Main Street. Partake in the ultimate oyster roast, savor small plates by esteemed chefs, and enjoy craft cocktails, cold brews, and of course fantastic wines.
Saturday, November 11, 8:00 - 10:00 pm
Highlands Performing Arts Center
$500 per person
($25 charitable donation included) + taxes & fees
Featuring Chuck Leavell
Highlands Food & Wine is proud to announce the return of A Generous Pour, our concert with a heart. Guests will enjoy hosted beer, wine, spirits, and culinary surprises, all while supporting the Louis Osteen Legacy Scholarship at Culinary Institute of America. Bottoms up!
Sunday, November 12, 12:00 - 3:00 pm
Kelsey-Hutchinson Park
$295 per person
($25 charitable donation included) + taxes & fees
Featuring The War & Treaty
Go to church Highlands Food & Wine-style at Sunday Shindig. Our famous Bloody Mary bar, flavorful bites, and groovy jams by The California Honeydrops will wrap up your Highlands Food & Wine experience with one beautiful and delicious bow.