Treat your taste buds at Beaufort Wine and Food’s Spring Festival! This annual celebration in Beaufort, NC, features celebrity chefs and some of the best wine from around the world.
The Beaufort Wine and Food Spring Festival offers something for everyone – whether it’s an intimate wine dinner in area restaurants or the grand scale of the Vin de Mer Epicurean Village – it’s the perfect venue for a food festival to celebrate the chefs and cuisines of Eastern NC and beyond.
The Beaufort Wine and Food Festival is one of the most anticipated events in Beaufort, NV, that is not to be missed. Start planning your trip to Emerald Isle today!
2026 schedule
April 15
Press, Pour, & Pair When: 2:00 pm Where: Beaufort Olive Oil Company
Enjoy guided tastings of artisan olive oils, vinegars, and select wines as you learn how each is pressed, poured, and paired.
April 16
Wine Dinner Series When: 6:30 pm Where: various restaurants in the area (see below)
Wine and dine along the Crystal Coast at local restaurants, where talented chefs team up with area wineries and wine experts to create the perfect food-and-wine pairings.
Meet the Makers: A Wine Mixer When: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Where: The Upper Room above Cru Wine Bar and Coffee Shop
Sip, mingle, and meet the faces behind the bottle. Join us for an easygoing wine social featuring wine talent, light bites, and great conversation.
Historic Grounds Coffee Tasting When: 3:00 pm Where: Historic Grounds Coffee Shop
Sip curated roasts, enjoy delicate pairings, and savor a unique coffee experience inspired by the tradition of high tea.
Blooms & Bubbles: Sip, Stem, and Create When: 10:00 am Where: Harvey W. Smith Watercraft Center
Spend the morning at a mini workshop with local florist Cody Aubel to learn how to add finishing floral touches to the perfect gift.
Vin de Mer: THE Tasting Event When: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Where: Beaufort Historic Site & The Vault
Enjoy the evening sampling new flavors and small plates from beloved Carteret County chefs while sipping delicious wines and spirits, and mingling with family, friends, and the local Crystal Coast community.
Last Call: The Night’s Not Done Yet When: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Where: Backstreet Pub
Plan for a night of live music from The Amateurs while enjoying a limited lineup of well-chosen beverages.
April 19
A Fun Farewell: The Emerald Brunch When: 12:00 pm Where: Beaufort Historic Site Lawn
End the Beaufort Wine & Food Festival with an afternoon of mimosas, music, and a little Blazin’ Keys Dueling Pianos battle!
Festival Tickets
Visit the Beaufort Food & Wine website for more information on events, how to purchase tickets and a list of guest chefs that will be featured.
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Event dates and information are subject to change without notice. Please visit the official event website for more information.
