Wicomico County’s Autumn Wine Festival returns this weekend

The Autumn Wine Festival returns to Pemberton Historical Park this weekend, Oct. 15 and 16. The event is produced in partnership with the Maryland Wineries Association and offers festivalgoers the opportunity to taste unlimited samples from nearly 20 Maryland wineries.

The Autumn Wine Festival has also partnered with Women Supporting Women (WSW), a locally-based nonprofit, which strives to provide awareness, education and support to those affected by breast cancer. WSW will be on-site all weekend hosting a variety of fundraisers under its Pink Party Tent. Information about the fundraisers, from Wine Bottle Ring Toss to Pink Hair Extensions, is available on the Autumn Wine Festival website.

The festival also features live music, regional cuisine, local artisans and craft vendors.

Tickets for the festival are on sale now and at the festival. Tasting tickets include a 6 oz. glass and as many samples as one can responsibly consume.

Tickets are $35 for one day or $60 for both days. Non-tasting tickets are also available for $10. Additional fees may apply to ticket prices. Ticket buyers also have the option of making a donation to WSW at checkout.

Tickets can be purchased online at www.AutumnWineFestival.org or at the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center Box Office, located at 500 Glen Ave. in Salisbury (Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–6 p.m.). The Box Office can also be reached at 410-548-4911.

Remember to bring an ID; vertical IDs will not be accepted and lost or stolen tickets will not be replaced. Please drink responsibly and bring a designated driver. Pets, pop-up tents and outside food and drink are not allowed, but attendees are invited to bring a blanket or chairs.

For the latest updates on the festival and fundraising opportunities for WSW, visit www.AutumnWineFestival.org.