Whiskey, Wine, & Wildlife

Whiskey, Wine & Wildlife is Now in January.

Whiskey, Wine, & Wildlife returns to Vilano Beach in 2027, from Thursday, January 28, through Sunday, January 31, 2027.

Funds raised benefit Vilano Beach Main Street.

Learn more and purchase tickets for all events here. Two events, the wine dinner on Thursday and the brunch on Sunday, require reservations.

Save the date: The scheduled events are listed below. We are waiting for more information and ticket prices.

Thursday, January 28, 2027

Whiskey, Wine, and Dine

• Location—Michael's St. Augustine, Hyatt Place Hotel, 117 Vilano Road, St. Augustine, Florida 32084
• Cost—$150.00 per person. Learn more and purchase your reservation online.
• Beginning at 6:00 p.m., this intimate multi-course meal celebrates outstanding food paired with wines and premium whiskeys. The Viva Hospitality chefs prepare the courses, which will be thoughtfully paired with wines, whiskeys, and signature cocktails.
• Details—You must be at least 21 to attend. The menu highlights seasonal ingredients and will be posted at a later date.

Friday, January 29, 2027

Vilano A1A Soirée

• Location—Hyatt Place Hotel, 117 Vilano Road, Vilano Beach
• Cost—$79.00, Early Bird; $119.00, Regular Price
• 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.—Tasting Soirée
• Details—You must be at least 21 to attend, and casual or business attire is suggested. The event takes place indoors and outdoors, and will be held rain or shine.

On Friday night, the casual indoor/outdoor soirée takes over the Hyatt Place with a tasting event. Each guest receives a souvenir glass for sampling the beer, wine, and spirits offered by brew pubs, wineries, and distilleries. Many of Northeast Florida's favorite restaurants offer gourmet bites of their specialties. Between sips and bites, take a walk on the wild side in the Whiskey, Wine, and Wildlife "Wildlife Lounge" where you can get up close and personal with, and learn about, some of our region's native species. Tickets include unlimited tastings of food and beverages.

Saturday, January 30, 2027

A VIP Behind-the-Scenes Tour of the Alligator Farm

• Location—Alligator Farm, 999 Anastasia Boulevard, St. Augustine, Florida 32080
• Time—10:00 a.m. to noon
• Cost—Early Bird, $45.00; Regular Price, $75.00
• Arrival—Arrive by 9:50 a.m. and enter the Education Entrance, the green door to the right of the main entrance.
• Weather—The event takes place rain or shine; wear comfortable clothing and shoes, and plan to bring sun hats, rain jackets, or both.

On Saturday morning, you can opt for a special tour of the Alligator Farm, including VIP access to select exhibits. A behind-the-scenes peek at Maximo, the 1,250-pound crocodile from Australia, and a tour of the rookery are both on the agenda. After the tour, you may enjoy more of the farm, and you're invited to attend a wine and cheese reception. You must be at least 21 years of age to attend this event.

W3 Grand Tasting in Vilano Beach

• Location—Hyatt Place Hotel, 117 Vilano Road, Vilano Beach
• Cost—$99.00, Early Bird; $135.00, Regular Price
• 2:00 - 5:00 p.m.—The Grand Tasting
• Details—You must be at least 21 to attend, and casual or business attire is suggested. The event takes place indoors and outdoors and will be held rain or shine.

To add to the fun, wear your wild clothing—clothing with wildlife prints. Dig out the leopard print, zebra stripes, and your (fake) snakeskin or (fake) alligator boots. The boldest look wins the Best Dressed Wildlife Contest.

Taste bites from almost 20 of Northeast Florida's best eateries, and sample any of the hundreds of beers, wines, and spirits offered. Between bites, listen to live music and enjoy wildlife demonstrations at the GTM Reserve booth.

Sunday, January 31, 2027

Jazz Brunch at Michael's

• Location—Michael's, at Hyatt Place Hotel, 117 Vilano Road, Vilano Beach
• Cost—$30.00 for children younger than 12; $75.00 for teens and adults. 
• Seatings are every 15 minutes from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. See the menu and reserve online.