3 Ways to Celebrate Missouri Wine Month

September 05, 2023

September is Missouri Wine Month and we invite you to celebrate this exciting fall season! Explore new areas of wine country, attend wine festivals, or host your own wine celebrations. Missouri wine country is closer than you think, how will you celebrate?

1. No matter where you travel in Missouri, there is so much to explore and see. Missouri has five American Viticultural Areas, which are designated wine grape-growing regions in the United States. They are located across Missouri with regions including the Ozarks, Augusta, Hermann, and more. With 5 AVA regions and 129 wineries to choose from, there is so much to visit in Missouri wine country.

2. Fall in Missouri offers lots of winery events, especially wine festivals. These fall fun paloozas are the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself into wine culture and learn more about Missouri wine. Festivals can include live music, wine tastings, Wine 101 classes, and the chance to meet winery owners and winemakers. 

3. Planning a wine night at home instead? No worries, we’ve got you covered. Missouri Wine Month is the perfect time to host your own wine celebration. Gather friends or family and invite them over for a harvest themed dinner, wine tasting, or wine pairing festivity. Dinner gatherings area great time to show off Missouri wines. We even have a wine serving survival guide for you.

September is the perfect time to discover all that Missouri has to offer – whether it is beautiful wine country, fun   wine strolls, or staying at home and sipping on delicious Missouri wine. No matter how you celebrate this September, always remember Missouri wine country is closer than you think!

Fall view of wine country

 

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Ride the Trolley's

October 13, 2026

Happy Fall! This is the prime season for visiting Missouri Wine Country. Lucky for you many regions have transportation just for you! Trolleys are the perfect way to visit wineries and explore wine country. 

Let’s start in Hermann. Hermann is located in the Missouri River Valley. There are numerous wineries, shopping, and places to stay. Hermann Trolley travels to seven local wineries, plus distilleries! They run Wednesday through Sunday and have plenty of room!

Excelsior Springs has multiple exciting options for a ride on the Chamber Trolley. Visit 4 different venues and enjoy a meal, snacks, the experience and of course, wine! Excelsior Springs is always adding new stops and experiences as well!

Excelsior springs trolley

Ste. Genevieve is the perfect place to visit this Fall. The Ste. Genevieve Trolley will take you all around this historic town. Shops, dining and a few wineries, this trolley has all the stops you need!

Head down to St. James and hop on the Getaway Trolley! They run Saturday and Sunday and Monday-Friday by reservation only. Explore multiple wineries in the St. James area and soak in the history of the town!

No matter where you visit this Fall, trolleys are a great way to have fun and visit local wineries. Share your trolley rides with us using #mowine !

10.10 | Live Music - Augusta Winery

Location
Augusta Winery 

Description
Spend your Saturday afternoon with us at the Augusta Winery Wine & Beer Garden!
Join us this Saturday from 1–4 PM for live music from STL Reflections. Grab a glass of Augusta wine, your favorite beer, or a refreshing wine slushie and settle in for an afternoon of great music and fall weather in Augusta Wine Country.

11.21 | Cookie Decorating Class - Stone Hill Winery

Location
Stone Hill Winery

Description
Looking for a tasty and cozy way to welcome the cooler weather? Join us at Stone Hill Winery for a Thanksgiving Cookie Decorating Class hosted by Ave Maria Baking Company! Spend the afternoon creating festive, delicious cookies perfect for the fall season on November 21 from 3:00–5:00 PM.

Tickets are $55 per person and this class is 21+.

Your $55 ticket includes:

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