Niagara Grape and Wine Festival

Celebrate the harvest season in the heart of wine country at Canada’s largest wine festival. From September 5 through September 28, 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 5–7, 12–14, 19–21, 2025

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 • De Simone Vineyards • Flat Rock Cellars • Harbour Estates Winery • Inniskillin Winery • Jackson-Triggs Niagara Estate • King’s Court Estate Winery • 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

Montebello Rocks – Live Music Kickoff

Thursday, September 25 – Doors 5:00 PM
Tickets: $20 in advance / $25 at the door

The festival weekend launches with a high-energy concert at Montebello Rocks. Canadian icons The Watchmen and Lowest of the Low headline the night, joined by Vinyl Paradise on tour from Malta.

• General admission, includes a commemorative wine glass
• Wine and food available for purchase throughout the park

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

Montebello Wine & Culinary Village

September 25–28, 2025

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 Hours:

• Thursday, Sept 25: 5 PM – 11 PM (Ticketed)
• Friday, Sept 26: 5 PM – 11 PM (Free Admission)
• Saturday, Sept 27: 12 PM – 11 PM (Free Admission)
• Sunday, Sept 28: 12 PM – 6 PM (Free Admission)

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.