Niagara Grape and Wine Festival

Celebrate the harvest season in the heart of wine country at Canada’s largest wine festival. From September 4 through September 27, St. Catharines welcomes wine lovers to the annual Niagara Grape & Wine Festival, featuring more than 100 curated experiences that pair world-class Niagara vintages with the vibrant energy of fall in the region.

Grape & Wine Discovery Pass

September 4–6, 11–13, 18–20, 2026

Unlock Niagara’s harvest with the Discovery Pass, a self-guided tasting journey through six of the region’s celebrated wineries. From bold reds to crisp whites and sparkling pours, each stop features thoughtfully paired seasonal bites that highlight the character of Niagara’s terroir.

Participating Wineries Include:
180 Estate Winery • Alvento Winery • Bella Terra Vineyards • Chateau des Charmes  • Creekside Estate Winter • Harbour Estates Winery • Inniskillin Winery • Jackson-Triggs Niagara Estate • Konzelmann Estate Winery • Lakeview Wine Co. • Magnotta Winery • Malivoire Wine Co. • Marynissen Estates • Niagara College Teaching Winery • Peller Estates Winery • Pillitteri Estates Winery • Shiny Apple Cider (Home of FRESH Wines) • Sue-Ann Staff Estate Winery • Trius Winery & Restaurant • Wayne Gretzky Estates Winery • Wending Home Estate Vineyards • Riverview Cellars Winery • Reif Estate Winery • Redstone Winery • NC Craft @Niagara College Teaching Winery • Flat Rock Cellars

Montebello Rocks with SLOAN

Thursday, September 24 – Gates open at 7:30 PM
General Admission: $20 in advance / $25 at the gate

The festival weekend launches with a high-energy concert at Montebello Rocks. Toronto-based, Canadian quartet, SLOAN, headlines the night

VIP Pass: Admission + Harvest Lounge Pass & Commemorative Glass
$50 plus applicable taxes (while supplies last)

Venue: Montebello Park, 64 Ontario Street, St. Catharines, ON

Montebello Wine & Culinary Village

September 25–27, 2026

Montebello Park transforms into the ultimate open-air wine and culinary experience, where more than 100 Niagara VQA wines, local bites, and nonstop entertainment fill the weekend.

Festival Schedule:

Thursday, Sept 24: 7:30 PM (Ticketed Event)

Friday, Sept 25: 5 PM – 11 PM 

Saturday, Sept 26: 12 PM – 11 PM 
Grape & Wine Grande Parade 11:00 AM
Telus Family Zone 12 PM - 6 PM

Sunday, Sept 27: 12 PM – 6 PM 
Yoga in the Park 10:30 AM | Harvest Lounge (Ticketed Event)
Telus Family Zone 12 PM - 6 PM
Pied Piper Parade 2 PM
The Mayor's Invitational Grape Stomp 2:30 PM

Let’s Grape & Wine

Over four days, Montebello Park comes alive with Niagara wine, regional cuisine, and more than 50 hours of live music. From acoustic sets to powerhouse bands, the entertainment lineup delivers the perfect soundtrack to your wine country weekend.

Highlights Include:

• 100+ Niagara VQA wines poured by expert winemakers
• Curated dishes from top local chefs
• 50+ hours of live performances across genres
• Free admission to the park (except for Thursday’s ticketed kickoff)

Entrance: Main gate at Queen & Lake Streets, St. Catharines
Payments: All vendors use touchless, cash-free transactions powered by Square (credit and debit accepted).

Raise a glass to harvest season at the Niagara Grape & Wine Festival, where the flavors of Niagara meet an unforgettable celebration of music, food, and community.