Riverfront Park – Cottonwood, AZ

2026 Verde Valley Wine Festival

On Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m., the Verde Valley Wine Festival will return for its 8th year. Co-sponsored by the Verde Valley Wine Consortium and the City of Cottonwood, wine enthusiasts from near and far will gather to celebrate the best of Arizona’s burgeoning wine industry. In addition to the 20 wineries in attendance, festival-goers will also be able to enjoy local beer, spirits, food from local eateries, shopping with artisans, and live music–all within the charming atmosphere of Riverfront Park (located at 1284 E River Front Rd., Cottonwood, AZ 86326).

 Sample Arizona’s best!

Savor some of Arizona’s best vintages, micro-distilled spirits, and craft brews. Enjoy live music throughout the day and evening. Food and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase throughout the event as well as a variety of handmade crafts and local art.

Tasting tickets are available at the gate for $30 or in advance for $25 at Eventbrite.com. Advance wine tickets include a souvenir wine glass and 12 wine/distilled spirit samplings. Additional wine sampling tickets will be available at the event.

Beer tickets are available at the gate for $30 or in advance for $25 at Eventbrite.com. Advance beer tickets include a souvenir beer glass and three tickets. Additional beer tickets will be sold at the event. Beer tickets can be redeemed for a single 16 oz pour or flight, which consists of four 4 oz pours.

Admission to the park is free. You must be 21 to sample or purchase alcohol.

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