Question 1

WHERE IS THE EVENT TAKING PLACE?

Accepted Answer

Victoria Conference Centre – 720 Douglas St, Victoria, BC V8W 3M7v

Question 2

WHAT ARE THE DATES OF THE EVENT?

Accepted Answer

Festival Dates = September 24th – 30th of 2023

Tasting Sessions (by date):

Friday, September 29th, 2023

Trade Tasting 12:00pm – 4:00pm
Evening Tasting 7:00pm – 9:30pm
Saturday,  September 30th, 2023

Afternoon Tasting 3:00pm – 5:30pm
Grand Evening Tasting 7:00pm -9:30pmv

Question 3

WHAT TIME SHOULD I ARRIVE?

Accepted Answer

Two hours is more than enough time to leisurely walk through the Festival and visit our vendors. We will start pre-processing attendees 15 minutes prior to the doors opening. This does not mean the doors will open 15 minutes early, it just means we will make sure you are ready to walk right in!

Question 4

WHAT SHOULD I BRING?

Accepted Answer

This is a 19+ event so we require you to bring two pieces of government-issued I.D.
-Please bring your printed ticket (we will scan it upon arrival). We can also scan your tickets from your phone
-Please prepare yourself to have free hands.

Question 5

WHAT IS THE DRESS CODE FOR THE EVENT?

Accepted Answer

Please dress business casual and do not wear any perfumes or colognes. We define it as dressed to impress but comfortable (i.e. slacks, dresses, casual suits, pants, blouses, etc.)

Question 6

DO I NEED TO BRING CASH?

Accepted Answer

We recommend that you do. We will be able to accept credit cards on-site but it takes a bit more time. Cash = fast transaction!

Question 7

IS THERE A COAT CHECK?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we will have a coat check on site. Please bring cash for the coat check. Coat check will cost $4.00.

Question 8

TASTING ETIQUETTE (PLEASE READ)

Accepted Answer

DO NOT LINE UP – We understand the urge. Festival etiquette dictates that you do not- come back to the table later if more than eight people are waiting. If a vendor has a line-up, it is likely because their product needs time to serve. Mingle! Wander! Explore!

Question 9

WILL THERE BE FOOD AT THE EVENT?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we will have small bites of food but they are not a meal. We are NOT a food and wine festival. Our focus is wine. Please make sure to eat before you arrive. The food showcased at the Festival is meant to be paired with your wine samples, not used as a meal replacement. Let’s focus on the wine!

Question 10

WILL IT BE BUSY?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Many of the tastings are sold out or close to. Please take your time between vendors. Two and half hours is plenty of time to taste all the wines you desire.

Question 11

WHAT WILL THE PORTIONS BE LIKE?

Accepted Answer

Keep in mind all vendors are providing a sample of their product. Wine samples range between 1-2 ounces.

Question 12

WHAT IF I HAVE A TICKET TO THE SEMINAR AND FOLLOWING TASTING SESSION?

Accepted Answer

Any attendees of the seminars prior to any of the tastings will not need to leave the venue. We will have a staging area that you will be able to stay in. Please note you may need to wait 15-20 minutes in this area but you will not need to line again up to re-enter the building.

Question 13

SHOP AT THE EVENT

Accepted Answer

Festival ticket holders will also have access to an exclusive on-site store. You will be able to purchase wines. Taste something you love at the Festival and bring it home with you that evening

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Victoria International Wine Festival 2023

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