New Jersey Wine & Food Festival
Friday, May 1
Saturday Day Events, May 2
Saturday Night Events, May 2
Sunday, May 3
Friday Night Events
Cabaret & Cocktails
Our popular Opening Night Cabaret returns! Once again, top mixologists will take part in the Battle of the Bartenders competition and guests will judge the winner. Savor a bountiful array of food and raw bar plus innovative cocktails - all enjoyed with live entertainment from talented performers.
Time: 8:00pm - 11:00pm
Location: Big Sky
Price: $95++
{plus tax and administrative fee}
Guests may add on the Champagne Reception from 7:00-7:45pm for $65++ per person.
Dress code - cocktail attire.
Tickets are non-refundable. 21 & over only.
Top Chef + Top WInes
An #NJWFF tradition returns with three fan favorites from Season 22 of Top Chef collaborating with Restaurant Latour to serve a 5-course dinner paired with wines from some of the world's best winemakers. Guest chefs include Winner Tristen Epps, Bailey Sullivan and Lana Lagomarsini.
Time: 8:00pm - 11:00pm
Location: Chestnut Room
Price: $295++
{Plus tax & gratuity}
Guests may add on the Champagne Reception from 7:00-7:45pm for $65++ per person.
Dress code - cocktail attire.
Tickets are non-refundable. 21 & over only.
Wine Cellar Dinner
Indulge in a culinary experience like no other featuring the father of modern English cooking and three Michelin star recipient Marco Pierre White.
Check back soon for additional details.
Time: 8:00pm - 11:00pm
Location: The Wine Cellar
Price: Coming Soon
{plus tax and gratuity}
Includes the Champagne Reception from 7:00-7:45pm.
Dress code - cocktail attire.
Tickets are non-refundable. 21 & over only.
Saturday Day Events
Marketplace Lunch
Enjoy a feast of seasonal fare prepared by a team of chefs serving up spring dishes, fresh oysters, pasta, carved meats, artisanal cheeses and more, along with a selection of wine, spirits and cocktails.
Time: Seatings from 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Location: Big Sky
Price: $55+
{plus tax}
All tickets are prepaid and non-refundable. 21 & over only.
New Jersey's Culinary Stars Lunch
Join New Jersey Monthly Senior Editor Jacqueline Mroz and 4 top NJ chefs for a lunch celebrating the magazine’s Best Restaurants List. Gain insights into NJ’s booming culinary scene and how the list is compiled while enjoying dishes from Dan Richer (Razza), Tom Silvestri (ORA), Sean Yan (Rooster & Ram) and Matt Laurich (Restaurant Latour).
Time: 11:30am - 1:30pm
Location: Chef's Garden
Price: $115+
{plus tax}
Tickets are non-refundable. 21 & over only.
Experiences
Choose from experiences such as Goat Yoga, Art of Honey & Dessert Wines, Foraging, 90+ Wines and so much more.
Kentucky Derby Viewing Party
Join us for a viewing party of the 2026 Kentucky Derby. Grand Tasting ticket holders will be served mint juleps and bourbon tastings on a first come, first served basis.
Time: 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Location: Vineyard Tent
Price: Complimentary
Saturday Night Events
Main Event: The Grand Tasting
The culinary sensation of the year features 200+ tastings from leading wineries & distilleries, dozens of celebrated New Jersey chefs’ signature dishes plus extraordinary live entertainment and dancing.
Time: 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Location: Crystal Springs Clubhouse
Price: $185+
{plus tax}
Dress Code: Cocktail attire for women and jacket preferred for gentlemen. No jeans, please. Tickets are non-refundable. 21 and over only.
Main Event: VIP Grand Tasting
VIP ticket holders are granted early one hour VIP access to the Grand Tasting from 6pm - 7pm and exclusive entry into the 3rd Floor VIP lounge at 8pm with premium wines, rare spirits, tastings from Restaurant Latour and more. Includes special VIP gift at the door.
Time: 6:00pm - 10:00pm
Location: Crystal Springs Clubhouse + 3rd Floor VIP Lounge
Price: $375+
{plus tax}
Dress Code: Cocktail attire for women and jacket preferred for gentlemen. No jeans, please. Tickets are non-refundable. 21 and over only.
Biosphere After Party
After The Grand Tasting, it’s time to party in the tropical Biosphere. Meet and mingle with Chefs and Winemakers on the dance floor as the DJ spins all night. A jaw dropping troupe of entertainers will surprise and excite guests. Enjoy multiple bars while feasting on delicious late-night eats.
Time: 10:00pm - 1:00am
Location: Biosphere Pool Complex + The Chef's Garden
Price: $164+
{plus tax}
Dress Code: Cocktail attire for women and jacket preferred for gentlemen. No jeans, please. Tickets are non-refundable. 21 and over only.
Sunday Events
Sunday Brunch
Enjoy a Bubbly Brunch with all your favorites to close out this year's Festival!
Time: 10:00am - 11:00pm
Location: Emerald Ballroom
Price: $65 ++
{plus tax and administrative fee}