Grampians Grape Escape

Nestled in the mountains of Gariwerd, Grampians Grape Escape is a must for every wine, food and music lover, with many making it an annual pilgrimage. Feel-Good Friday kicks off the 3-day festival with live bands, food trucks, and the finest local drops. The full festival village opens on Saturday and Sunday, offering 90+ stalls filled with wine, whisky, and more, along with masterclasses, guest chefs, live music, grape stomping, and plenty of kids’ activities. Held in Halls Gap in May, the festival tickets up to all inspired to taste the delights of the Grampians, Pyrenees, and Henty wine regions in one location. With three decades of history, Grampians Grape Escape has evolved into one of Australia's top wine and food festivals, recently listed by AMEX Essentials among the top 14 in the world. Spanning over 35 years as one of Australia's longest running wine and food festivals. Grampians Grape Escape is managed and marketed by passionate and experienced specialists, governed by a skills-based Board of Directors representing the local council, tourism, winemaking, and other complementary industries. The festival also boasts a dedicated volunteer workforce of over 90, known fondly as our G-Force. Fresh-thinking strategies, program development and collaboration with key stakeholders, have led to impressive sales and remarkable satisfaction levels among exhibitors and visitors. Grampians Grape Escape is more than just an event; it's a highly anticipated social gathering that unites locals and visitors alike. It celebrates the region's best in wine, food, and music, creating connections and fostering a sense of community. Such regional events are essential for tourism, offering benefits that go beyond mere economic gains. They help shape communities, preserve culture and boost local industries and destination marketing efforts.