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SPECIAL NOTE: The event schedule below and the content on the Expo website in general is under construction in preparation for the 2022 Virginia Wine Expo. In mid-October we expect the new website will be complete with all-new content for the event.

The Expo will be held February 26-March 6 in Richmond. Please save the date!

We expect to open ticket sales on October 20. The 2022 Expo schedule will feature a cache of new events, some spectacular new venues, the Virginia Wine Expo Academy, and an extraordinary remote and in-person Auction. Our two biggest signature events, SMOKED! and the Walk-Around Grand Tastings, will return to beautiful Main Street Station. Please join us!

A Premier Destination Wine, Spirits & Food Event

Highlighted by the Walk-Around Grand Tastings, the 2022 Virginia Wine Expo presented by Publix is a nine-day, immersive and educational craft beverage and culinary experience showcasing Virginia's renowned wines, spirits and ciders, and impeccable local cuisine. There are more than 300 wineries and cideries in Virginia.

The event is best known for the Walk-Around Grand Tastings and SMOKED!, which will be held at beautiful Main Street Station, intimate wine dinners with Richmond's acclaimed chefs, masterclass seminars led by a highly-qualified seminar faculty, and thematic wine and food pairing events held at unique, beautiful and historic venues throughout Richmond. Every event is curated. Most Virginia wines and all Virginia spirits and ciders will be available to taste and buy (to take home) at the Walk-Around Grand Tastings.

Over 7,500 passionate wine lovers and foodies will experience Richmond's vibrant and flourishing culinary scene presented by the regions hottest chefs and pitmasters at our signature dinners, lunches, brunches and larger culinary events like SMOKED!, Bacchanalia, and POP NAPA!.

Heart of the Expo

The heart of the Expo is the Walk-Around Grand Tasting (there are 3 sessions) at beautiful Main Street Station, where you'll taste hundreds of the finest Virginia wines, spirits and ciders, as well as selections from 2022 National Guest Region, Napa Valley, and 2022 International Guest Region, Argentina. In addition, the Grand Tastings feature artisan specialty food and products, and an incredible new Auction.

Auction

New for 2022, we are introducing a remote and in-person silent Auction via an online bidding platform. The remote Auction will begin on February 17 and the in-person auction, which will have the same items available to bid on as the remote Auction, will be held at SMOKED! (March 4) and the Walk-Around Grand Tastings (March 5-6) at beautiful Main Street Station. You will not have to be an attendee to bid on and win auctioned items. Learn more about the Virginia Wine Expo Auction here.

Academy

Also, new for 2022 is the Virginia Wine Expo Academy, an in-depth course for consumers and the trade who want to learn more about Virginia wine. Those who complete the two-class course receive a Certificate and become Members of the Academy, joining an exclusive club whose membership includes discounts on Virginia Wine Expo events held during the main Expo week and throughout the year.

Important Notes

Proof of vaccination or a negative PCR or Rapid Test within 48 hours of the event is required to attend the Virginia Wine Expo. Information regarding the verification of vaccination and negative tests will be shared closer to the event
Must be 21 or older for all events, except under 21, including infants and babies, are permitted at the Sunday VIP Walk-Around Grand Tasting Locals Sunday Special (must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian 21 or older)
Tickets are immediately e-mailed to you upon purchase. You may print out the e-ticket or bring it on your phone
Tickets are available in advance but not necessarily at the door. Ticket availability at the door will be announced in early March at the event and online on the website
All ticket sales are final unless the event is cancelled. No refunds, exchanges or replacement tickets
Ticket prices are all-inclusive - no additional charges at the event unless noted

Full Event Schedule

Saturday February 19th

VWE ACADEMY: All About Virginia Wine with Jay Youmans MW & Caroline Hermann MW, Online - Class #1

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

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VWE ACADEMY: All About Virginia Wine with Jay Youmans MW & Caroline Hermann MW, Online - Class #1

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Saturday February 26th

Bacchanalia Reception & Dinner at Upper Shirley Vineyards with Chef Carlisle Bannister

6:00 pm - 9:30 pm

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Bacchanalia Reception & Dinner at Upper Shirley Vineyards with Chef Carlisle Bannister

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Sunday February 27th

Signature Wine Brunch with Chef Kara Gavitt & Barboursville Vineyards

11:00 am - 1:00 pm

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Signature Wine Brunch with Chef Kara Gavitt & Barboursville Vineyards

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Monday February 28th

Signature Cider Dinner with Chef David Dunlap

6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

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Signature Cider Dinner with Chef David Dunlap

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A Natural & Biodynamic Wine Pairing Dinner hosted by Chef Mike Lindsey & RichWine

7:00 pm - 9:30 pm

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A Natural & Biodynamic Wine Pairing Dinner hosted by Chef Mike Lindsey & RichWine

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Tuesday March 1st

The Broken Tulip Signature Wine Dinner with Chefs Sariann Lehrer & David Crabtree Logan

7:00 pm - 9:30 pm

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The Broken Tulip Signature Wine Dinner with Chefs Sariann Lehrer & David Crabtree Logan

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Peter Chang’s Family Reunion Signature Wine Dinner

6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

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Peter Chang’s Family Reunion Signature Wine Dinner

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The Stables at Belmont Signature Wine Dinner with Chef Evan Campbell

6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

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The Stables at Belmont Signature Wine Dinner with Chef Evan Campbell

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Wednesday March 2nd

POP NAPA! Sparkling & Champagne Celebration with Chef Bryan McClure

6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

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POP NAPA! Sparkling & Champagne Celebration with Chef Bryan McClure

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Virginia’s Surf & Turf Signature Wine Dinner with Chef Mike Ledesma

6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

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Virginia’s Surf & Turf Signature Wine Dinner with Chef Mike Ledesma

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Thursday March 3rd

Icons of Napa Valley, Virginia & Argentina Signature Wine Dinner with Chef Lee Hendrickson

6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

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Icons of Napa Valley, Virginia & Argentina Signature Wine Dinner with Chef Lee Hendrickson

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The Art of Wine Signature Wine Dinner with Chef Greg Haley

6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

The Art of Wine Signature Wine Dinner with Chef Greg Haley

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The Goddin-Taylor House Natural & Biodynamic Wine + Food Mingler in Historic Jackson Ward

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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The Goddin-Taylor House Natural & Biodynamic Wine + Food Mingler in Historic Jackson Ward

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Friday March 4th

The Lusty Oyster Sparkling Wine Lunch at Upper Shirley Vineyards

12:00 pm - 1:30 pm

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The Lusty Oyster Sparkling Wine Lunch at Upper Shirley Vineyards

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Masterclass Seminar with Ron Edwards - Mendoza’s Greatest Reds: Why Sub-region Matters

5:15 pm - 6:30 pm

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Masterclass Seminar with Ron Edwards - Mendoza’s Greatest Reds: Why Sub-region Matters

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Sunset Rooftop Happy Hour Hosted by RichWine & The Black Restaurant Experience

6:00 pm - 8:30 pm

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Sunset Rooftop Happy Hour Hosted by RichWine & The Black Restaurant Experience

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VIP/Early SMOKED! - A Whiskey, Wine & Global Smoked Cuisine Experience

6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

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VIP/Early SMOKED! - A Whiskey, Wine & Global Smoked Cuisine Experience

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General SMOKED! - A Whiskey, Wine & Global Smoked Cuisine Experience

7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

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General SMOKED! - A Whiskey, Wine & Global Smoked Cuisine Experience

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General Evening Walk-Around Grand Tasting

6:30 pm - 10:00 pm

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General Evening Walk-Around Grand Tasting

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No Drink or Food Admission

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Sunday March 6th

Masterclass Seminar: Tour Argentina presented by Sommelier Erin Scala

10:30 am - 11:45 am

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Masterclass Seminar: Tour Argentina presented by Sommelier Erin Scala

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VIP Walk-Around Grand Tasting Locals Sunday Special

12:00 pm - 4:30 pm

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VIP Walk-Around Grand Tasting Locals Sunday Special

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Sub Rosa Bakery’s Signature Wine Dinner with Bakers Evrim & Evin Dogu & Guest Chef Benjamin Burakoff

6:15 pm - 8:30 pm

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Sub Rosa Bakery’s Signature Wine Dinner with Bakers Evrim & Evin Dogu & Guest Chef Benjamin Burakoff

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+ Combo Package
M Main Street Station
B Craft Beer
E Educational
F Food
♪ Music
N New Event
S Seminar
W Wine
D Distilled Spirits
A Auction
C Cider

Advance tickets will only be available for sale on this website. Tickets may be available at the door at an increased price unless sold out. All tickets to the Virginia Wine Expo are nonrefundable.

Attendees must be 21 years of age or older to attend all Expo events, except the Sunday Walk-Around Grand Tasting