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A wise woman once said, “If anyone tells you it’s too early for wine… unfriend them. You don’t need that kind of negativity in your life!” We couldn’t agree more, and thankfully, at Gay Wine Weekend from July 17-19, 2026, it’s never too early for a glass of the fine stuff.

To celebrate their 15th anniversary, they’re heading back to where it all started, Sonoma Valley in the heart of Sonoma Wine Country. Reserve your space for what’s set to be a fun-filled, wine-fueled weekend of epicurean delights for the LGBTQ+ community. You’ll sip your way through world-class tastings and tours at Sonoma’s most celebrated wineries, feast on fabulous farm-to-table dinners, and raise your paddle (and your glass) at a drag brunch meets wine auction. Then get tipsy at the signature event of the weekend, the Twilight T-Dance, before finishing with one last splash at the sun-drenched closing pool party soirée. Those staying through Sunday night will also see talented singer/spoken word artist Mary Lambert post-pool party.

You can also curate your Gay Wine Weekend experience with a range of passes, from VIP all-access to individual event tickets. Gay Wine Weekend is a three-day love letter to the good stuff, so grab a glass—or hell, a bottle or three—and book now.

Curate your Gay Wine Weekend experience to suit your palate with a range of passes available, from VIP all-access packages that unlock exclusive receptions, tastings, and priority entry to individual event tickets.

Sonoma Valley in Sonoma’s wine country is the perfect setting for enjoying some of life’s greatest pleasures, with sun-drenched rolling vineyards, charming small towns, and legendary wineries around every bend. At the heart of it all, Gay Wine Weekend’s host hotel, The Lodge at Healdsburg (Tapestry Collection by Hilton), places you steps from the festivities, with relaxed wine-country style, inviting outdoor spaces, and easy access to nearby tasting rooms, boutiques, and restaurants in downtown Healdsburg. 

You can find out more about the event by listening in when we shared a glass with Out In The Vineyard’s head wine and good-time connoisseur Gary Saperstein on episode three, season four of Queer Travel Chat—a delicious preview of the flavors and fun you can expect at Gay Wine Weekend.