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Discover the Magic Behind Wine & Cheese Fest
What happens when you mix boutique wine, handcrafted cheese, live music, grape stomping, and thousands of happy people? You get Melbourne’s Wine and Cheese Fest—a delicious day out that’s anything but ordinary.
It all started back in 2014, with one simple idea: Let’s bring the best local wine and cheese makers together under one roof—and throw a festival that’s actually fun. Not another stuffy wine-tasting. Not just another Farmers Market. But something vibrant, flavour-packed, and full of personality.
Since then, we’ve grown into one of Melbourne’s favourite annual events—celebrating small-batch producers, hidden gems, and the joy of discovering something new (and tasty) with friends. From rustic reds and creamy bries to live tunes, grape stomping comps, and interactive masterclasses, there’s something for every kind of foodie, sipper, or curious explorer.
Yes, you can actually stomp grapes — and win a prize.
Want to learn how to taste wine like a sommelier or make your own cheese? Join a free Masterclass.
And if you’ve been before, you might spot yourself in our photo gallery below!
We’re proud to support local and boutique producers from every corner of Australia—from the back roads of Victoria to the vineyards of WA and the dairies of Tassie. No big commercial names here. Just real people making incredible wine, cheese, and small goods you won’t find in your average store.
Whether you’ve been before or this is your first time, come sip, swirl, taste, and stomp your way through a festival that’s full of flavour and totally unforgettable.
Cheers,
Sotir Stojcevski
Festival Director (Don’t worry if you can’t pronounce the name after few sips)
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Melbourne’s
(and soon, Sydney’s)
Tastiest Day Out
This is the foodie event of the year. Save the date, bring your appetite, and come experience why thousands return every year for the ultimate celebration of wine, cheese, and all things delicious.
Wine & Cheese Fest is an annual celebration of Australia’s finest food and wine producers, bringing together passionate artisans, boutique wineries, cheesemakers, and gourmet creators from across the country.
Important Legal Notices
- It is an offence to supply alcohol to a person under the age of 18 years.
Penalty exceeds $19,000. - It is an offence for a person under the age of 18 years to purchase or receive liquor.
Penalty exceeds $800. - The Festival reserves the right to refuse service or entry to any person who is intoxicated, underage, or behaving in a disorderly or unsafe manner.
Our Commitment to Responsible Service
The Wine & Cheese Fest is committed to providing a safe, welcoming and enjoyable environment for everyone.
We work closely with State Police, the Liquor Regulators and local authorities to ensure compliance with all licensing requirements.
To support responsible consumption:
- Water is available free of charge throughout the venue.
- RSA-trained staff monitor and manage alcohol service.
- Attendees are encouraged to drink responsibly and plan safe transport home.
Reminder
Enjoy responsibly.
Let’s keep the Wine & Cheese Fest a safe, friendly, and fun celebration of great food, wine and community.