Crush Fest

Escape to Georgia Wine Country:

Yonah Mountain Vineyards’ Crush Fest Returns August 29

One of the largest wine festivals in the region, this exciting annual festival returns on Saturday, August 29, 2026, giving guests Napa vibes in North Georgia with classic grape stomping, live music, an artisan market, tasty bites, and award-winning wine!

This summer, some of the most sought-after wine-country experiences are happening in Atlanta’s backyard. Trade airport lines, rental cars, and cross-country airfare for rolling vineyard views, award-winning wines, and harvest-season festivities, all just 90 minutes north of Atlanta. Yonah
Mountain Vineyards invites guests to experience Crush Fest 2026, happening on Saturday, August 29, 2026.

As part of one of the largest wine harvest festivals in the region, attendees can visit Yonah’s two-hundred acre family winery from noon to 6 p.m. to explore the property, enjoy a broad variety of wines, stock up personal wine cellars with excellent discounts, and participate in the centuries-old tradition of barefoot grape stomping, accompanied by live accordion and guitar music from the winery’s owners, Bob and Jane Miller.

Beyond the vino, Crush Fest offers something for every type of guest, including a curated market featuring handcrafted goods, artwork, and one-of-a-kind finds. Food lovers can indulge in an array of food and dessert trucks serving everything from savory bites to sweet treats. Featuring three stages, guests can also look forward to live music throughout the event, including the popular Tropical Breeze Steel Band, returning again this year after much anticipation! From covers to Caribbean vibes, the tone is set for a great afternoon.

Eric Miller, General Manager and Co-Owner of Yonah, said, “Crush Fest has become a beloved tradition for our team and for wine lovers across the state. It’s a chance to experience the harvest season in an authentic way, stomping grapes, enjoying great music, discovering local artists, and savoring award-winning wines in the beautiful North Georgia mountains. Every year we’re reminded just how special this event is, and we’re excited to make 2026 our best celebration yet.”; Of course, the star of the show is the wine. Guests aged 21 and older can enjoy Yonah Mountain Vineyards’; award-winning wines by the glass or bottle, while the beer garden offers a selection of craft brews.

Not only can wine lovers enjoy vino varieties all day at the event, Yonah is also offering exclusive discounts on wine purchases made at the event. Guests can take advantage of discounted pricing, including:
● 20% off a purchase of three bottles of wine
● 30% off six bottles
● 40% off of a full case (12 bottles)
● 45% off the purchase of three or more cases

Crush Fest attracts over 1,000 guests annually, making it one of the largest wine festivals in the region. Tickets are available in both General Admission and VIP packages, offering guests multiple ways to experience this premier wine festival. General Admission tickets are $60 each and include access to the market, beer garden, food vendors, outdoor live music, a commemorative Riedel glass, and two servings of wine or beer. For those seeking an elevated experience, VIP Admission offers exclusive perks designed to make the day even more memorable. New for 2026, VIP guests will enjoy a private live musician and gourmet charcuterie spread in addition to one-hour early entry beginning at 11 a.m.

VIP ticket holders also receive access to a private bar and air-conditioned seating area inside the winery, exclusive wine tastings led by winemaker Tristen VanHoff, access to Yonah’s wine library, and a commemorative wine glass. Early-bird VIP tickets are available for $225 while
supplies last.

Non-drinking tickets are available for guests age 15 and older at $40 each, granting access to the event’s music and fun. Children aged 14 and under are granted free admission. It is strongly recommended to purchase tickets ahead of time, but general admission tickets will be available on the day of the event for $60 at the gate.

Guests who wish to spend the night nearby can take advantage of a variety of accommodation options in Cleveland. To discover these options, explore Rentals Near Yonah Mountain Vineyards on our lodging page.

Get your tickets now at www.yonahmountainvineyards.com/events/crush-fest and get ready for a
day of excitement!

Yonah Mountain Vineyards is a 200-acre family-owned winery located on the southeastern base of Yonah Mountain in the rolling hills of Cleveland, GA. Founded by Bob and Jane Miller in 2006, Yonah Mountain Vineyards produces world-class wines, with 20 planted acres of grapes that produce 100% Vitis vinifera, including Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Petit Manseng, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec, and Petit Verdot, among others. Yonah Mountain Vineyards’ wines are available for purchase by visiting the Tasting Room, which is open seven days a week, and purchasing online. Yonah Mountain Vineyards offers weekend Cave Tours, numerous special tastings throughout the year, an annual Harvest celebration called Crush Fest Wine; Food Festival, and a beautiful backdrop for weddings any time of year.

Yonah Mountain Vineyards demonstrates dedication to environmental sustainability through initiatives including a solar power program, maintaining the bee population, recycling, using electric cars, and offering preferred EV parking with chargers. Visit us online at www.yonahmountainvineyards.com to plan your visit.
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