Cooler temperatures and colors of autumn are on the way and we are here to help you get prepared to explore Missouri wine country this fall. Wineries across the state have big things planned for you. There’s no better time get out and explore all the beauty during changing seasons, changing colors and the hustle of harvest time. Don’t forget to pack your camera to snap your best shots in the vineyard countryside and enter your best one in our photo contest.

Please note these events were collected from a survey. For a full list of events in Missouri Wine Country, please see our events calendar.

September 10-12

Volks in the Valley at Serenity Winery

VW Busses will roll in starting Friday, September 10th with DJ music for a Ladies Night Out. On Saturday, September 11th, enjoy evening music by Those Guys from 6-9 pm. Attendees will be able to enjoy live music and visit the VW owners all weekend long.

 

September 11

Hummingbird Vineyard and Winery

Enjoy wine, food and live music by Becky Denton in the Vineyard. 

Carrollton Wine and Beer Walkabout

Join in on the fun at the 5th Annual Wine and Beer Walkabout on the Carrollton Square. Live music will play from 4-10 pm with food and vendors all day.

Independence Uncorked – Independence, Missouri

People will gather from miles around to enjoy music, wine, food and fun for the all-day festival. See a full schedule here. Join us for Wine 101 tasting classes that will take place at the festival.

 

September 17

Adam Puchta Winery

A special release party will take place from 6-9 pm as they reveal their Mull It Over edition of mulled wine.

 

September 17-18

Augusta Harvest Festival

Enjoy a variety of activities for the whole family at this year’s Augusta Harvest Festival. Events will be held at Honey Bee Vineyard, Town Square, Augusta Katy Trail Head and Schultz Farm. See the full schedule here.

 

September 18-19

Les Bourgeois Vineyards

Join in on the fun at the annual Crush Festival. Find more details here. 

Missouri’s Great Northwest Winefest

Happening in Mound City on September 18th, local artisans, wine enthusiasts, food and more will flood Griffin Park. Award-winning Missouri Wines will be served at the festival. Grab your tickets before it’s too late!

 

September 21

Spend an entire day connecting with nature as you escape from the chaos of everyday things and refuel, refresh and restore yourself. Learn more about this event in Excelsior Springs.

 

Oktoberfest

Visit Hermann any weekend of October and you will find events spread throughout the town and countryside. Each year Hermann celebrates Oktoberfest and brings people together to enjoy the beautiful colors of autumn, wine, German cuisine and live music. See all upcoming events here.

 

October 2-3

33rd Annual Weston Applefest Celebration

Weston is home to three Missouri wineries and the town will be flooded with a family-friendly festival along Main Street the first weekend of October. Enjoy delicious fall foods and vendors with arts and crafts. Find kid-friendly entertainment like pony rides, pumpkin painting and other fall games.

 

October 3

Hemman Winery

Put your stomping abilities to the test in the Grape Stomp Contest in Brazeau, Missouri. 

 

October 9

Hummingbird Vineyard and Winery

Enjoy wine, food and live music by Travis Feutz and Stardust Cowboys. Learn more here.

 

October 24

Serenity Valley Winery

Run in the Beer vs Wine 5K to raise money for the Boys and Girls Club in Columbia, Missouri. Sign up online. 

Enjoy Missouri Wine Country this fall and share your captured moments with us on social media using the hashtag #mowine.