Belle Grove is proud to present the first-ever Shenandoah Sips Festival, a vibrant celebration of Virginia’s exceptional wines, spirits, ciders, and craft beverages. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Shenandoah Valley, this immersive tasting experience will take place on Saturday, August 23, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Tickets are available now at www.bellegrove.org or in person at the Belle Grove Museum Shop.

Guests with tasting tickets will receive a souvenir glass and access to samples from a curated lineup of Virginia’s finest beverage artisans, including:

Cideries & Meaderies: Cobbler Mountain Cidery, Misty Mountain Meadworks, Wild Hare Hard Cider, Winchester Ciderworks, Saga Meadery
Distilleries: Copper Fox, Mt. Defiance, Reservoir, Springfield, Your Pure Store
Wineries: Mattaponi Winery, North Mountain Vineyard, Twisted Pines Farm & Vineyard, Williams Gap Vineyard
Breweries: Honor Brewing, Port City Brewing, Aslin Beer Co.
Specialty Producers: Honey and Hops Brew Works

Tasting tickets also allow guests to purchase beverages by the glass, bottle, or case, with a complimentary bag check available for convenient storage while enjoying the festivities.

Enjoy a full day of live performances:

Meisha Herron & Band (11:30 AM – 2:00 PM): Acoustic blues, soul, jazz, and rock
Souled Out Band (2:30 PM – 4:45 PM): Funk, R&B, soul, and dance hits

Family-friendly fun includes activities hosted by Play Favorites toy store and rides on the White Lightnin’ Barrel Train.

Savor bites from top food trucks and vendors:

Daily Buzz Café: Hot dogs, nachos, churros, iced drinks
Billy Sous: Gourmet sandwiches
Wayne’s Delicious Eats: Lobster rolls, crab cakes
Laura’s Lemons: Lemonade & charcuterie
Plus: Josephine’s Kitchen (pierogies), Uncle Beehive’s Ice Cream, Happy Creek Cheeses, Blue Ridge Popcorn, Bad Ass Pickles

As part of the “Hungry for History” regional celebration, Shenandoah Sips will feature chef demonstrations throughout the day, including:

Chef Kari Rushing (Vault & Cellar)
Chef Jan Van Haute (Inn at Vaucluse Spring)
Baker Geisset LeJeune (Two Moms and a Cupcake)
Chef Paula McDade (Goldfinch Chef Services)
Valerie Haddox (Belle Grove’s historic recipe interpreter)
Beekeepers of the Northern Shenandoah

Browse over 20 artisan and merchandise vendors showcasing local crafts and products. The Belle Grove Museum Shop will be open, offering history books and handmade items from regional artists.

Ticket Information

Ticket Type

Advanced Tasting

$30

Souvenir glass, all tastings, full access to vendors, music, tours

Day-of Tasting

$35

Same as above, available at the gate (cash/credit accepted)

General Admission

$15

Access to all activities except tastings

Designated Driver

$15

Includes 2 non-alcoholic drinks; no alcohol purchases allowed

Rain or shine event. Guests may bring chairs and pop-up tents. No pets, large backpacks, or outside food/drinks permitted.

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