(HADDONFIELD, NJ) -- The Garden State Wine Growers Association – a coalition of 60+ wineries and vineyards across New Jersey – invites you to indulge the state's flourishing wine country through unique events and experiences happening every week, but most importantly, during the holiday season!
There's no doubt that New Jersey's award-winning wineries and vineyards offer something truly special for everyone to enjoy. This holiday season, we invite you to sip, savor, and explore weekends among the vines. Discover new wineries you've never visited before, or unwind with a glass of your favorites. You never know, your next favorite bottle might be just a tasting away. You can even wrap one up to take home for the perfect holiday gifting.
No matter how you choose to celebrate the season, there's always a reason to raise a glass to New Jersey wine - Sip, savor, and stroll your way through New Jersey wine country this week!
One place to check out is Saddlehill Cellars' new kiosk pop-up at the Cherry Hill Mall, open now through December 31! Stop by to explore wine tastings, bottles of their locally crafted wines, and thoughtfully curated gift sets, including the Saddlehill x DiBrunos charcuterie box. It's an easy way to wrap up your holiday shopping all in one spot and the perfect chance to take home a bottle (or two) of Saddlehill Cellars wine for the season. Note: The kiosk is located by The North Face store and follows Cherry Hill Mall hours.
You can view the full calendar of winery events to find out what's happening at New Jersey wineries near you, and plan your next escape today here or scroll down for some highlights.
Here are some featured Events week from December 19, 2025 - December 24, 2025. More available events are available here.
Friday, December 19, 2025
Christmas Festival at Stokelan Winery - Head over to the Stokelan Winery for a Christmas Festival all weekend long. Enjoy a dazzling winter wonderland full of sparkling lights, with trees, hot beverages like mulled wine, and fun holiday experiences. There will be Vineyard Carriage Rides and Santa's Workshop Tour.
Executive Tasting Night at White Horse Winery - White Horse Winery is serving up an Executive Tasting Night with five wines and five hors d'oeuvres paired by the winery's advanced sommelier.
Holiday Cookie & Wine Pairing at Bellview Winery - Pair delicious holiday cookies with the perfect wine at Bellview Winery. Could there be any better pairing? Bellview Winery teamed up with Crave Pitman to create the most delectable wine and cookie pairing. Get your tickets now for the pairing event from 6 pm to 8 pm.
Saturday, December 20, 2025
Holly Jolly Craft Market at Valenzano Winery - Head out to Valenzano Winery's Holly Jolly Craft Market this weekend. Valenzano will host vendors, pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus, wine sales, and more. Reservations are recommended.
Ugly Sweater Party at Hopewell Valley Vineyards - Get your fugly on at Hopewell Valley Vineyards' Ugly Sweater Party. Prizes for the Ugliest, Funniest, and most Festive attire will be distributed. Jam out to the live music provided by Bad Hombres.
Sunday, December 21, 2025: The Bob Wylde Trio at Beneduce Vineyards - The Bob Wylde Trio will play Holiday Jazz at Beneduce Vineyards from 12:00pm to 5:00 pm. Santa Claus will also appear from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm.
December 22 - 25: Month-Long Holiday Wine Sales at Villa Milagro Vineyards - Get your last-minute shopping done for the wine lover in your life at Villa Milagro Vineyards. Stock up on wines for your holiday dinners, parties, and gift-giving.
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Here are some quick links and resources to help plan your week in the vines:
* Visit www.NewJerseyWines.com to explore their interactive winery map
* Subscribe to their In the Vines newsletter for weekly highlights, featured wineries, and more delivered directly to your inbox.
* Follow @newjerseywines for updates, highlights, and exclusive event previews for a weekend in the vines.
The Garden State Wine Growers Association is a non-profit organization of New Jersey-based wineries, vineyards, and allied businesses. It serves as a centralized information repository, resource, and clearing house for industry members, and offers a unified voice advocating for issues important to the entire range of New Jersey winery and vineyard operations. Central to this mission are efforts toward branding, marketing, public relations, education, and legislation and regulation for the furtherance of the vineyard and wine industries in the Garden State.
