Fall Wine Festival Tips and Tricks
What better way to enjoy the crisp autumn air than to savor some seasonal flavors and chill music vibes at a fall wine festival. At Linganore Winecellars’ Autumn Reggae Wine and Music Festival, we are experts at making the most of these cool-weather festival times. Here’s your ultimate survival guide for navigating a fall wine festival!
Tips to make the most of your fall festival experience:
Dress to Impress
Layer Up – Unpredictable fall weather warrants layers to ensure you are as comfortable as possible to accommodate fluctuating temperatures throughout the day. Consider wearing a t-shirt with some thermal layers, a nice pullover or sweatshirt, and bringing a rain jacket or poncho to add to your fall festival outfits in case of a rainy day. Pack a change of clothes or shoes as an added precaution for rainy weather.
Footwear Matters – Wear comfortable, close-toed shoes or boots in case of rain, chilly temps, and long periods of walking or standing. Bulk up with some thick socks too if you are prone to chilly toes.
Accessorize – Beanies are wonderful for keeping your head and ears toasty, and just as easy to remove as the autumn air temp rises. Pack a waterproof blanket to keep you warm and avoid getting damp from morning dew or wet grass. A reusable water bottle to refill is a great reminder to stay hydrated, and at Linganore Winecellars’ Festivals water is easily accessible for our guests at the upper Pavilion wine tasting area. During wine-focused events guests should aim to drink one glass of water for every one glass of wine. Alternatively, a nice, insulated wine tumbler is a great choice to keep your wine warm or cool while you sip, and a wine tote is a great way to transport those bottles you purchase while you attend. Simple products like pocket hand warmers may also be a great add-on to bring to combat chilly fall mornings. You also don’t want to forget to charge your phone or bring a portable charging pack, too!
Safety First
Have a Designated Driver – Designate a sober companion to get everyone home safely or opt in for a rideshare option. Autumn Reggae Wine and Music Festival at Linganore Winecellars offers a pick-up area just for that! Lyft, Uber, you name it! Rideshare options like these can pick up guests in this designated pick-up area that Linganore sets aside for guests to get home Often times festivals, like Linganore’s, will also offer special-priced tickets for designated drivers, too.
Maintain Situational Awareness – Be mindful of your surroundings. Afterall, no one wants to get bumped into while waiting for some tasty sips, or have their toes stepped on while dancing to music. Be aware of your surroundings and take your time getting from place to place.
Stay Hydrated (again!) – Take water breaks often to ensure you are staying hydrated. Not only does this keep you happy, healthy, and safe, but it can also enhance your tasting experience!
Balance out your Consumption – Pair your savory sips and water breaks with some delicious bites. Enjoy the food offered at the festival knowing that it not only complements the wine but your festival experience, too!
Get Familiar with the Festival Grounds – Before the festival starts, familiarize yourself with the grounds. If possible, keep a festival map handy, and be mindful of where to obtain water, food, and restrooms. Knowing how to navigate the festival location will make your arrival and departure that much easier as well. You can even use this information to implement a favorable meeting spot with your family and friends to maintain a schedule or in case someone gets separated from the group, such as the distinguishable flag wall on our grounds here at Linganore.
Be Prepared – Know where to seek help in case of potential medical attention needed. Lots of festivals have medical tents for urgent medical care needs. For minor issues try keeping a mini first aid kit handy, with some hand sanitizer, band aids, and other boo-boo care products. For larger more urgent medical care – take a trip to the medical tent or ask a Staff member for help.
Take Advantage of the Experience
Purchase Wisely – Many festivals offer special discounts on wine purchases. If you find that special wine that becomes your new favorite be sure to stock up before the festival comes to an end!
Become a Member – Many wineries also offer memberships or clubs to join. We at Linganore offer a Wine Club where members are provided quarterly wine releases, loyalty points on purchases, member-only access to the wine club lounge and wine club events, and discounts on various merchandise, event, and wine purchases, depending on your club tier. Learn more about wine club at https://www.linganorewines.com/wine-club/ and sign up today!
Taste with Intent – With fall foliage comes fall flavors! Seek out seasonal wine and food options to enhance your autumn festival experience. Autumn Reggae Wine and Music Festival offers seasonal wines like Spiced Apple, served warm or cold, to get you in your fall feels! Utilize a tasting card to remember your favorite wines and purchase bottles to enjoy for days to come. As an added bonus, take the time to talk to wine experts and food vendors and gain insights that will enhance your understanding and overall appreciation of these wonderful products.
Get VIP Treatment – Festivals often offer VIP tickets with offers that general admission ticketholders don’t have. At Linganore festival VIP’s have the option to warm up in the heated VIP-only area in the Abisso Hall. Our VIPs are also granted separate VIP Entry into the festival, specialty indoor tasting featuring 6 additional wines, complimentary wine glass lanyard included with your stemless wine glass, and VIP-only indoor restroom facilities.
Utilize Social Media – Capture your favorite moments, share your favorite wines with friends and followers, and use event hashtags to connect with others or post your post-festival reviews. Linganore’s festivals encourage social media interactions, we even host a photo contest for every one of our three annual festivals! Post your festival content, follow and tag Linganores account, and be entered to win complimentary tickets to the next Linganore festival! Visit https://linganorewines.com/photocontest for more contest rules and information.
Follow the Festival – Stay up to date on festival news and updates by following the festival social media pages , signing up for any emails or text subscriptions they may offer, and doing the same for the hosting venue. This ensures you will get real-time announcements for any updates, changes, or even promotional deals that may arise! Follow and subscribe to our Linganore accounts to stay informed about our future events, offers, and releases:
Autumn Reggae Facebook Event Page
SMS and Email Sign Up
Enjoy the Fall Season Charm
To really make the most of your fall festival attendance, make sure you and your group take the time to enjoy all that it has to offer. Come dressed to impress and prepare to have a blast! Take in the scenery, dance to the music, and with some delectable drinks and a sense of adventure you can fully enjoy everything a fall wine festival has to offer. Just be sure to savor those delightful wines and stay engaged before, during, and after! Each moment of your autumn festival experience contributes to a fantastic festival season. Don’t let the dropping temperatures get in your way of an unforgettable experience! Go on and use these tips to dance, mingle, and savor every moment of your fall festival journey.
