produced by Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation
Location: Pandora's Steakhouse
Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us for an intimate multi-course dinner presented by DCWAF board members Stephen & Joan Carter, featuring culinary creations by Chef Tim Creehan paired with wines from Pahlmeyer as part of the 10th Anniversary Harvest Wine & Food Festival.
Location: VUE on 30a
Join us for an intimate multi-course dinner at VUE on 30a featuring culinary creations by Chef Christopher Mayhue as part of the 10th Anniversary Harvest Wine & Food Festival. Featured wines and additional event details will be announced soon.
Location: The Wine Bar at WaterColor
Join us for an intimate multi-course dinner at The Wine Bar at WaterColor featuring culinary creations by Chef Max Morrison as part of the 10th Anniversary Harvest Wine & Food Festival. Featured wines and additional event details will be announced soon.
Location: Indaco Alys Beach
Join us for an intimate multi-course dinner at Indaco Alys Beach as part of the 10th Anniversary Harvest Wine & Food Festival. Featured wines and additional event details will be announced soon.
Location: Private Residence in WaterColor, FL
Join us for an intimate multi-course dinner presented by 360 Blue, Setco Services, and Dahler & Co. as part of the 10th Anniversary Harvest Wine & Food Festival. Hosted in a beautiful private residence in WaterColor, FL, this special evening will feature Sign of the Dove wines paired with a thoughtfully curated dinner experience.
Location: Cerulean Park, WaterColor, FL
Time: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Groove into Harvest After Dark, a lively yet elevated tasting experience inviting a limited crowd to indulge in an evening of standout wines, unexpected pairings, and culinary creations crafted by talented celebrity chefs from across the Southeast. In celebration of Harvest Wine & Food Festival’s 10th anniversary, this signature evening brings extra sparkle with glamorous after-hours energy, shimmering details, and a touch of disco-era flair, setting the stage for an unforgettable night of wine, food, and celebration under the lights.
Time: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Celebrate 10 years of Harvest Wine & Food Festival at the Grand Tasting, the festival’s signature afternoon of wine, food, and celebration in WaterColor. Enjoy wines from around the world, fresh seafood, barbecue, artisanal provisions, and culinary creations from celebrated chefs and makers across the Southeast. Whether you’re a devoted wine lover, a local foodie, or simply looking for one of 30A’s best fall events, the Harvest Wine & Food Festival's Grand Tasting offers a lively way to sip, savor, and celebrate.
Presented by The Dahler & Co. Team with Scenic Sotheby’s and Emerald Coast Magazine, the Grand Tasting VIP Tent offers an elevated way to experience Harvest Wine & Food Festival’s signature afternoon in WaterColor. VIP guests will enjoy premium wine, beer, and culinary selections, plus access to a dedicated lounge area, live music, and a cocktail bar, creating an exclusive space to sip, savor, and celebrate in style.
Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Presented by 360 Blue, let the good times roll with a spirited New Orleans-inspired brunch featuring ingredient-driven cocktails created by the talented Better Together Beverage team and a menu curated by celebrity chef Tory McPhail.
Included Events:
Enjoy two of Harvest Wine & Food Festival’s most popular events and save when you purchase a multi-day pass. This General Admission bundle includes access to Friday evening’s Harvest After Dark and Saturday afternoon’s Grand Tasting.
Harvest After Dark - Friday, October 16 | 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Grand Tasting (VIP) - Saturday, October 17 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Enjoy two of Harvest Wine & Food Festival’s most popular events and save when you purchase a multi-day pass. This VIP bundle includes access to Friday evening’s Harvest After Dark along with Saturday afternoon’s Grand Tasting and VIP Tent.
Rated as one of the premier wine and food festivals in the Southeast, Harvest Wine & Food Festival returns to WaterColor for its 10th anniversary celebration. This milestone year will feature four days of epicurean excellence designed to delight both wine lovers and food enthusiasts. The 2026 schedule includes intimate wine dinners, the festival’s signature Grand Tasting, Harvest After Dark, and a carefully curated lineup of wine and cocktail experiences.
Proceeds from Harvest Wine & Food Festival benefit Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation’s mission of helping children in need in Northwest Florida. DCWAF currently supports 16 Northwest Florida children’s charities and has donated more than $38 million to the local community through the production of world-class wine and culinary events.
Tickets are nonrefundable and cannot be exchanged or transferred. Harvest Wine & Food Festival will occur rain or shine.