Stafford fall & harvest wine festival to toast autumn with local wineries
Wine glass, wine bottle and grapes on wooden background. Wine tasting.

Stafford Fall & Harvest Wine Festival to Toast Autumn with Local Wineries

October 12, 2024


MANAHAWKIN, NJ – The Stafford Fall & Harvest Wine Festival returns to Heritage Park on October 12 and 13, 2024, offering two days of seasonal celebration from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. each day. This fall event will feature wine tastings from nine New Jersey wineries, offering a chance to sip some of the best local vintages in a picturesque autumn setting.

In addition to the wine, the festival will include four diverse food trucks serving BBQ, burrito bowls, pretzels, and waffles, along with an array of artisan crafters selling unique goods. Guests can enjoy live performances by local bands Blue Abyss and 99 Reasons, adding to the festive atmosphere.

Tickets are $20 for guests 21 and over, with prices rising to $25 at the door (cash only). Spectators and guests under 21 can attend for free. Located at 193 E. Bay Ave., this event is a perfect way to savor the flavors of fall while enjoying live music and shopping local crafts.

Phil Stilton

Phil Stilton

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