Taste Of Pennsylvania Wine And Music Festival

Taste Of Pennsylvania Wine And Music Festival is a grand tasting wine festival held annually in York, Pennsylvania — featuring approximately 17 wineries spread across the open fields of York Memorial Park Complex. The 2026 edition is scheduled for May 9, with early bird tickets offering up to 40% off for the first 100 GA and 10 VIP purchasers who buy during the March 14 sale window. All tickets are available online only and will not be sold at the door.

Organized by CrocodileDog Marketing, the Taste Of Pennsylvania Wine And Music Festival centers on self-directed wine exploration rather than a structured tasting format. Attendees can sample across the winery lineup at their own pace, purchase bottles by the glass or case, or opt for a wine slushie. The York Memorial Park Complex provides a grassy, tree-shaded environment with wide open spaces and designated soft-seating areas — a deliberate shift from the festival's previous fairgrounds location. Food trucks will be on-site, and the organizers explicitly allow guests to bring their own food and non-alcoholic beverages, making picnic-style setups a practical option. Other beverage options beyond wine are available for non-wine drinkers in the group.

Practical planning details are worth noting before purchasing. The festival runs rain or shine, and tickets are presale-only — no offline or at-the-door sales. Guests are advised to arrive 30 minutes before their session to allow time for ID checks and wristbanding. Printing your ticket is recommended, as phone screens can be difficult to read in sunlight. Seating is limited, so bringing a light lawn chair is encouraged. All guests over 16 require a ticket; children are permitted but are the responsibility of accompanying adults. Service animals only are allowed. Most tickets purchased more than a week in advance qualify for an additional $5 discount beyond any active sale pricing.

Pennsylvania has a growing wine industry with over 300 licensed wineries statewide, producing a range of varietals suited to the state's varied climate — from Chambourcin and Vidal Blanc to Cabernet Franc and Riesling. The Taste Of Pennsylvania Wine And Music Festival draws from across the state, giving attendees exposure to the breadth of Pennsylvania viticulture in a single afternoon.