Colorado Mountain Winefest
Colorado's oldest and largest wine festival in the heart of Grand Valley
September 17 – September 20, 2026
Palisade, CO
From $45
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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
Food Vendors
- Palisade Peach vendors
- Local artisan food producers
- Colorado craft breweries
Entertainment
- Live music
- Winemaker dinners
- Vineyard tours
- Peach picking
Nearby Wineries to Visit Same Day
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Nearby Dining
- Palisade BasecampAmerican · 0.8 mi
- Wine Country Inn RestaurantAmerican · 1.4 mi
Nearby Hotels
- Wine Country Inn★★★ · 1.4 mi
- DoubleTree by Hilton Grand Junction★★★ · 14 mi
From $45
per person
Date
September 17 – September 20, 2026
Riverbend Park
33040 River Frontage Rd, Palisade, CO 81526
