Grand Rapids International Wine, Beer, and Food Festival

Whether you’re seeking to learn more, or just taste a delicious glass of wine (or two) this fall, Grand Rapids is likely the place you want to be. Luckily, while you’re staying at The Hotel Saugatuck, you’re just over a half-hour away from the Grand Rapids International Wine, Beer, and Food Festival held November 16^th to 18^th. Sample over 1200 wines from all around the world in the Vineyard, discover craft brews at Beer City Station, savor a delicious dessert at the RendezBREW Café, or turn fermented apples into cider on Cider Row. There’s plenty to do (and drink!) at the Festival; so plan your trip ahead and reserve your tickets today.

No matter what you’re craving or if your “sweet tooth” is actually a left molar with a preference for malt beverages, the Festival will be able to satisfy you. Local eateries will be serving delicious food with thousands of options, and you can use your tasting tickets to enjoy special presentations. These are all the region’s best restaurants under one roof; find them scattered throughout the Vineyard, Beer City Station, and RendezBREW Café locations at the Festival.

Take a craft cocktail course at the 15-minute mixology workshops in Hemingway Hall to upgrade your bartending skills just in time for entertaining at all those holiday meals coming up. Impress your guests by learning tips and tricks from professional mixologists and distillers as they guide you through a hands-on crash course that is guaranteed to entertain. You’ll find Coppercraft Distillery in Hemingway Hall, one of Holland’s own, with its actual distillery located only a 15-minute drive from The Hotel Saugatuck if you don’t make it to the festival. The Coppercraft Distillery Tasting Room is located in downtown Saugatuck on Water Street. Visit Coppercraft’s website for directions and menus for hand-crafted drinks and the full-service restaurant,

The Grand Rapids International Wine, Beer, and Food Festival will be held at the state-of-the-art convention center, DeVos Place, in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids on a 13-acre riverfront site that includes plenty of parking. Visit the ShowSpan website for more information, directions, and lists of food and spirits.