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Colorado Mountain Winefest
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Colorado Mountain Winefest

Colorado's oldest and largest wine festival in the heart of Grand Valley

Date

September 17 – September 20, 2026

Location

Palisade, CO

Price

From $45

Score

41/100

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Why This Event

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Recency
14/25
Distance
12/25
Popularity
13.1/20
Relevance
0/20

Wines You'll Likely Taste

Riesling Syrah Merlot Cabernet Franc

Best Time to Arrive

Arrive 30–45 min before opening to beat the crowds and get first access to pours.

About This Event

The Colorado Mountain Winefest has been the state's signature wine celebration for over three decades, held each September in the charming town of Palisade on the Western Slope. Surrounded by the Book Cliffs and Colorado River, the festival showcases 20+ Colorado wineries alongside local peach orchards, artisan food producers, and live entertainment. It's the perfect harvest celebration in one of America's most scenic wine regions.

Schedule

Thursday

  • Winemaker Dinner (7pm)

Friday

  • Grand Tasting (5pm–9pm)

Saturday

  • Grand Tasting (11am–6pm)
  • Live Music all day

Sunday

  • Brunch Tasting (11am–3pm)

Participating Wineries

Carlson VineyardsCanyon Wind CellarsColterris WineryWhitewater Hill VineyardsBookcliff VineyardsTwo Rivers WineryPlum Creek Winery

Food Vendors

  • Palisade Peach vendors
  • Local artisan food producers
  • Colorado craft breweries

Entertainment

  • Live music
  • Winemaker dinners
  • Vineyard tours
  • Peach picking

Location & Directions

33040 River Frontage Rd, Palisade, CO 81526

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Nearby Dining

  • Palisade BasecampAmerican · 0.8 mi
  • Wine Country Inn RestaurantAmerican · 1.4 mi

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Date

September 17 – September 20, 2026

Riverbend Park

33040 River Frontage Rd, Palisade, CO 81526