Whiskey, Wine, & Wildlife

Beverage tastings and southern cuisine to raise awareness for coastal wildlife.

Thursday - Sunday, Nov. 6 - 9, 2025 | Times Vary

Whiskey, Wine, & Wildlife

In the center of Vilano Main Street
117 Vilano Road
St. Augustine, FL 32084

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In 2025, Whiskey, Wine, & Wildlife offers a four-day culinary event on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, November 7 through 9, 2025. This year, the events take place in various locations in Vilano Beach and at the St. Augustine Alligator Farm on Anastasia Island. 

Funds raised during the weekend will benefit Vilano Beach Main Street.

A woman stands at a table with sweet bites while people chat and taste the treats

Friday, November 7

Vilano A1A Soirée

  • Location—Hyatt Place Hotel, 117 Vilano Road, Vilano Beach
  • Cost—$99.00
  • 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 come rain or shine.

On Friday night, the casual indoor/outdoor soirée takes over the Hyatt Place with a tasting event. For those 21 and older, 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 and learn about some of our region's native species. Tickets include unlimited tastings of food and beverages.

A zookeeper, feeds Maximo the crocodile at the Alligator Farm

Saturday, November 8

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 tickets are $60.00 per person
  • Arrival—Arrive by 9:50 a.m. and enter the green Education Entrance, the green door to the right of the main entrance.
  • Weather—The event takes place in 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 special 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.

Vinters pouring wine for people attending a food and wine tasting festival in Vilano Beach

W3 Grand Tasting: A Block Party in Vilano Beach

  • Location—Hyatt Place Hotel, 117 Vilano Road, Vilano Beach
  • Cost—$119.00
  • 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 in rain or shine.

Taste bites from almost 20 of Northeast Florida's best eateries, 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.

Two-Day Ticket

Spending the weekend? Purchase a two-day pass for all events on Friday and Saturday for $230.00 per person. The Sunday Jazz Brunch is not included.

Chef Michael standing at a station during the Pesca Brunch

 

Sunday, November 9, 2025

Jazz Brunch at Pesca by Michael's

  • Location—Pesca by Michael's, at Hyatt Place Hotel, 117 Vilano Road, Vilano Beach
  • Cost—$100.00 per person
  • Two seatings—10:30 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. See the menu and reserve online.
The logo for the TDC of St. Johns County in black and white

 

 

Upcoming Live Music

Hyatt Place St. Augustine/Vilano BeachFriday, November 7th, 2025, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Hyatt Place St. Augustine/Vilano BeachSunday, November 9th, 2025, 10:30 am - 2:00 pm

Whiskey, Wine, & Wildlife

In the center of Vilano Main Street
117 Vilano Road
St. Augustine, FL 32084

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Editor's Note: We encourage you to verify event times and details with the organizers, as they may change.