Atlanta Food & Wine Festival

While you can't take any leftovers home, you can snag a few freebies (think: koozies, hand fans, matchboxes, and stickers), so you might want to bring a small bag to carry things in. – Christina Maggitas, Editor

Overview of the Atlanta Food & Wine Festival

Spanning multiple days in September each year, the Atlanta Food & Wine Festival is one of the city's (and state's) most notable foodie events. It features a smorgasbord of gourmet bites, high-quality wines, and innovative cocktails from more than 150 unique vendors. Various tasting tents are set up so attendees can sample the delectable offerings while learning more about the flavors from esteemed chefs, sommeliers, and mixologists.

Immersive Culinary Experiences

Beyond tasting tents, the festival includes live cooking demonstrations and competitions, enhancing the immersive culinary experience. Additionally, more intimate, in-restaurant events occur throughout the festival's duration at various locations across the city.

Visitor Feedback

Past visitors have praised the extensive array of food and drink options, as well as the lively atmosphere of the festival. The friendly staff and quick-moving lines contribute to an overall positive experience. Visitors also appreciate the festival's organized nature.

Locations and Gatherings

The festival's smaller gatherings, such as brunches and dinners, take place in restaurants throughout the Atlanta area and require individual tickets (prices vary). However, the main tasting tents are set up at Historic Fourth Ward Park. Guests can enter at the park's northern entrance across the street from Ponce City Market, which offers paid garage parking. Street parking is also available around the park, though festival staff recommends rideshare options.

Tickets

Tickets for the tasting tents are priced at $135 for general admission or $185 for VIP for one-day access to the festival (hours depend on the day). For those looking for a more comprehensive experience, all-weekend access is available for $325 for general admission or $465 for VIP. These tickets include unlimited access to all food and drink offerings. For more information, visit the official Atlanta Food & Wine Festival website.