The 2026 Wine & Chocolate Festival returns to Estes Park on Saturday, Feb. 7, from noon to 6 p.m. at the Estes Park Events Complex, 1125 Rooftop Way, offering a full day of indulgence, entertainment, and community celebration. This all-ages premier event brings together fine wines, decadent chocolates, beer options, gourmet vendors, and local businesses, all set against the stunning backdrop of the Rocky Mountains. Guests will also enjoy live performers, including stilt walkers, contortionists, and aerial artists, along with kids’ activities and interactive entertainment for all ages.
Estes Park Wine & Chocolate Festival
Attendees can sip and savor a curated selection of wines from local wineries and vineyards while sampling sweet treats from artisanal chocolatiers and gourmet vendors. The festival also features unique goods and handcrafted items from local businesses, making it the perfect place to shop, taste, and explore. Guests can enjoy a one-of-a-kind keepsake with a caricature drawn by talented local artist Jason Sauer. New this year, beer options will also be available, expanding the festival’s offerings for a wider range of tastes. This year, we’re opening the event to all ages and inviting breweries, sweet treats, baked goods, and other delicious vendors to join us.
The Quality Inn Estes Park is a proud sponsor of the Wine & Chocolate Festival and is offering discounted hotel rates for attendees. Visitors are encouraged to turn the festival into a weekend getaway and enjoy the comfort and convenience of local lodging while experiencing everything Estes Park has to offer.
General admission tickets, excluding Designated Driver tickets, include 10 chocolate sampling tickets, complimentary pours, a souvenir wine glass, and a tote bag for carrying home your favorite bottles. Early access receives an additional 5 chocolate tickets. Designated Driver tickets do not include pours/glass. Tickets are expected to sell out quickly. Tickets range from $5 for kids to $50 for adults. For event details and ticket purchases, visit eventsinestes.com/wine-chocolate-festival/.