FAIRFIELD – Raise a glass to the fusion of local flavors, the spirit of community, and the joy of discovery at the Liberty Winefest in partnership with the Pennsylvania Wine Association. The event will take place 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday, June 8, at Liberty Mountain Resort, located near historic Gettysburg, PA.
“I am thrilled to announce our first annual Liberty Winefest, a celebration of the year-round experiences we offer at Liberty Mountain, and an opportunity to bring the community together,” said General Manager Chris Blackwell. “The mountains and the spring flowers will be the perfect backdrop to experience and appreciate wines made right here in Pennsylvania. With historic Gettysburg just a short drive away, visitors can also experience a part of history, from battlefield tours, museums, and local shops. We invite everyone to join us for the weekend and enjoy a fun getaway.”
This event will feature some of the best Pennsylvania wineries including King View Mead, ReKlaimed Vines Winery, Armstrong Valley Vineyard and Winery, Bee Kind Winery, Black Dog Wine Company, Creekside Cellars Winery, Jackson Square Vineyard, Hungry Run Wine Cellars, Twisted Vine Winery, Antler Ridge Winery, Fero Vineyards and Winery, and Cellar ’54. Wineries scheduled to attend are subject to change without notice.
The festival grounds, located at the base area of Liberty Mountain Resort’s ski lodge, will feature the wineries, a selection of artisan vendors, and a bevy of dining options and delicious dishes at The BBQ Deck, McKees Tavern, and Eagle and The Owl, as well as great live music.
“The Pennsylvania Wine Association is excited to partner with Liberty Mountain Resort to bring to life the inaugural Liberty Winefest,” said Scott Neeley, Board President of the Pennsylvania Wine Association. “This new event featuring Pennsylvania wineries, food pairings, and the Liberty Mountain backdrop is a perfect event to celebrate.”
Admission to the event includes a souvenir wine glass, samples from attending wineries, live music, wine seminars, and a complimentary wine check service for wine purchases made on-site. Ticket sales are available online. Guests who purchase their tickets online in advance will save $25 per ticket. Designated driver tickets will be available at the event gate for $20 per person. Festival guests must be at least age 21 with proper identification.
VIP Experience
Festival guests can upgrade their experience with the VIP Experience ticket, which includes a one-hour early access to the wineries, access to a private seating area in the heart of the festival, private bar service with seasonal libations to purchase, and exclusive tastings from select wineries throughout the day. VIP Experience tickets can be purchased online.
Friday Special Wine Pairing Dinner
To kick-off the festival, the resort will host a wine pairing dinner on Friday, June 7, at the on-site Eagle and the Owl. Liberty’s culinary team has created a superb five-course meal paired with wines from the finest Pennsylvania vineyards. The dinner menu will feature rosemary-braised lamb chops, truffle whipped potatoes, poached pear dessert, and more. Tickets are limited. Advanced registration is required and can be purchased online.
A Toast to Winter!
Spring has sprung at Liberty Mountain Resort but now is the best time for skiers and snowboarders to secure their 2024/25 Epic Pass for the lowest price! TheEpic Local Pass, priced at $731 for adults, provides incredible value with access to all the company’s resorts across the East region, and allows Mid-Atlantic guests to take a trip out West with unlimited access at Breckenridge, Keystone, and Crested Butte, plus 10 days at Vail Mountain, Beaver Creek, or Whistler Blackcomb. An Epic Local Child’s Pass is just $380.
The Northeast Value Pass offers unbeatable value to those who only plan to ski or ride in the East, with access to many of the same destinations, including 21 resorts across the Mid-Atlantic, Northeast, and Midwest – such as Liberty, Seven Springs, Roundtop, Stowe, Mount Snow, Okemo, and Hunter – for $600. The Northeast Value College Pass is just $421.
Vail Resorts also continues to offer theEpic Day Pass, whichallows guests access to world-class resorts at pre-season pricing with significant savings when compared to a lift ticket. Starting at as low as $44 for one day of skiing at Pennsylvania resorts, the Epic Day Pass is perfect for those who plan to ski and ride between one and seven days throughout the winter season. In effect, skiers and riders can build their own passes and also choose Epic FlexPay as a convenient payment option.
Compare all Epic Pass offerings on the Epic Pass website. And keep in mind – Epic Passes provide Pass Holders with Epic Mountain Rewards for 20 percent off lodging, group ski and ride school lessons, equipment rentals, select food locations, and more.
