THURSDAY, MARCH 12
Glassblowing Demonstrations at Icefire Glassworks (starting at 10:30am)
Watch molten glass evolve into beautiful works of art from celebrated local artists Jim Kingwell and Suzanne Kindland.
Puffin Wine Tastings at the Wine Shack (12-5pm): The Wine Shack will feature tastings of their award-winning Puffin Wines.
*Best of the Northwest Throwdown (5-7pm)
An evening of award-winning Northwest wines and chef-designed small plates to pair with them. We've spent the year tasting several hundred wines and watching major competitions to select eight notable wines that represent some of the best of current vintage wines from Oregon and Washington. Each wine will be paired with a small plate specifically designed to complement it. Location: Tolovana Inn. Tickets: $50 (Tickets are limited and advance purchase is recommended.)
Stephanie Inn Dining Room: An Evening with Adelsheim Vineyards Special Pairing Menu
Chef Aaron Bedard presents a special menu designed to pair with a selection of Adelsheim Vineyards wines. Enjoy Dungeness crab cakes paired with Adelsheim's 2015 Brut Cuvee Sparkling Wine and sip the 2016 Ribbon Springs Pinot Noir alongside garlic and rosemary roasted rack of lamb with creamy risotto and roasted root vegetables. Call (855) 977-2444 for reservations.
FRIDAY, MARCH 13
Glassblowing Demonstrations at Icefire Glassworks (starting at 10:30am)
Watch molten glass evolve into beautiful works of art from celebrated local artists Jim Kingwell and Suzanne Kindland.
Puffin Wine Tastings at the Wine Shack (12-5pm): The Wine Shack will feature tastings of their award-winning Puffin Wines.
*Winemaker's Premium Pours (2-4pm)
Select Northwest wineries have agreed to open up their cellars and each share three special wines. Youll have the opportunity to taste library wines, verticals, horizontals or reserve wines.Location: Tolovana Inn. Tickets: $35 (Tickets are limited and advance purchase is recommended.)
*Wine & Gallery Walk (6-8pm)
Taste wines from more than 20 Northwest wineries as you take a walking gallery tour of downtown Cannon Beach with each gallery hosting at least one winery for an evening of art and wine. Location: Check-in at Sandpiper Square (172 N Hemlock) starting at 5:30pm. Tickets: $35 (Tickets are limited and advance purchase is recommended.)
Award-winning Artists at the Wine Shack (6-8pm)
Photographer Chris Bidleman and painter Maureen O'Reilly will exhibit work at the Wine Shack during the Wine & Gallery Walk.
Acoustic Guitarist at Jeffrey Hull Gallery (6-8pm)
Local musician and composer Noah Dooley will perform acoustic guitar during the Wine & Gallery Walk.
Live Music at Seasons Cafe
Enjoy live music during a tasty dinner at Seasons Cafe.
SATURDAY, MARCH 14
Glassblowing Demonstrations at Icefire Glassworks (starting at 10:30am)
Watch molten glass evolve into beautiful works of art from celebrated local artists Jim Kingwell and Suzanne Kindland.
*The Four Most Misunderstood Wine Varietals (11am-12:30pm)
In this fun, but educational program you'll enjoy a guided tasting of award-winning Northwest wines that represent four of the most misunderstood wine varietals. Designed to help you taste wine like an expert, the tasting will discuss different wine characteristics in style, body, acidity and barrel influence. Location: Tolovana Inn. Tickets: $25 (Tickets are limited and advance purchase is recommended.)
Uno de 50 Trunk Show at Dena's Shop On the Corner Dena's will host an Uno de 50 New Collections Trunk Show all day on Saturday and will feature a 20% off store-wide sale for all four days of the festival.
Free Tote with $100 Purchase at C & R Mercantile
For the afternoon of the Wine Walk, newly opened C & R Mercantile will offer complimentary appetizers and a free tote with purchase over $100.
Free Tote with $100 Purchase at Rachelle M. Rustic House of Fashion
For the afternoon of the Wine Walk, Rachelle M. Rustic House of Fashion will offer complimentary appetizers and a free tote with purchase over $100.
Artist Demos at Cannon Beach Gallery (1-5pm) Some of the gallery's featured artists will demonstrate their work during the Wine Walk.
*Savor Cannon Beach Wine Walk (1-5pm)
Taste wines from approximately 40 Northwest wineries as you make the rounds of Cannon Beach art galleries, shops, restaurants and hotels. Location: Check-in at the Coaster Theatre (108 N Hemlock) starting at 12pm. Tickets: $50 (Tickets are limited and advance purchase is recommended.)
Bruce's Candy Kitchen Offers Sweet Surprises (1-5pm)
The fourth generation family-owned candy store will offer sweet chocolate samples designed especially to pair with wine tastings during the Wine Walk.
Charcuterie and Sweet Samples at Cannon Beach Bakery (1-5pm)
Sneak in the back door at Cannon Beach Bakery and enjoy a spread of baked delights and delicious charcuterie alongside Anam Cara Cellars wines during the Wine Walk.
Wine Truffle Samples at Cannon Beach Chocolate Cafe (1-5pm)
Tempt yourself with delicious wine truffles handmade at Cannon Beach Chocolate Caf alongside tastings from Buddha Kat Winery.
Ecola Seafoods Samples (1-5pm)
The family fish market and restaurant will offer samples of their homemade chowder and smoked salmon during the Wine Walk.
Bistro Wine Pairing Menu Featuring Coria Estates (seatings begin at 5pm)
Chef Jack Stevenson of Bistro will offer a special wine pairing menu featuring the bounty of the Oregon Coast alongside special wine pairings from Coria Estates. Call 503-436-2661 for reservations.
Live Music at Seasons Cafe
Enjoy live music during a tasty dinner at Seasons Cafe.
SUNDAY, MARCH 15
Glassblowing Demonstrations at Icefire Glassworks (starting at 10:30am)
Watch molten glass evolve into beautiful works of art from celebrated local artists Jim Kingwell and Suzanne Kindland.
Puffin Wine Tastings at the Wine Shack (12-5pm): The Wine Shack will feature tastings of their award-winning Puffin Wines.
*Gold Medal Wines & The Battle of the Bites (12-2pm)
Taste current vintage Gold Medal winning wines selected by some of the top wine judges in the Northwest at the SavorNW Wine Awards in February. This event will also feature the Battle of the Bites with bites prepared by area chefs and restaurants; and your vote will determine the winner. Location: Tolovana Inn. Tickets: $50 (Tickets are limited and advance purchase is recommended.)
WEEKEND-LONG ACTIVITIES
Archimedes Gallery
Over the festival weekend, the gallery will feature a two-person show with new work from artists Chris Austin and Katherine Walsh.
B. Boutique
This great boutique will offer a La Vie Parisian Jewelry trunk show, a drawing for La Vie Parisian earrings, a special spring Hobo bag collection and a special gift with purchase.
Bronze Coast Gallery
The gallery will feature new work from sculptors Dan Chen and J. Christopher White.
Bruce's Candy Kitchen
The fourth generation candy store will feature hand-dipped chocolates perfect for wine pairing throughout the festival.
Cannon Beach Chocolate Cafe
Cannon Beach Chocolate Caf will offer special handmade wine truffles throughout the festival weekend.
Cannon Beach Gallery
A special group exhibition will feature Leslie Ann Butler, Victoria Colburn and Mary Suzanne Garvey and a new watercolor work called "Through the Mist" by artist Scott Johnson will be featured and offered for sale.
Dena's Shop On the Corner
Dena's will offer a 20% off store-wide sale for all four days of the festival.
DragonFire Gallery
Throughout the weekend, DragonFire Gallery will be featuring beautiful hand blown stem-less wineglasses from Lincoln City glass artist Kelly Howard.
Ecola Seafoods
The family market will feature right off the boat, hand-selected fresh Oregon Dungeness crab. They will offer their Whole Crab Dinner which includes a cup of homemade clam chowder, garlic bread, coleslaw and sauces for just $40.
Icefire Glassworks
Throughout the weekend, Icefire Glassworks will feature beautifully crafted Battuto Bowls by popular Bend glass artist Mark Gordon.
Jeffrey Hull Gallery
Popular local land and seascape painter Jeffrey Hull will introduce a beautiful new print called "Earful at Sunset" in conjunction with the festival.
Maggie & Henry
20% off beautiful Peruvian cotton wine and spirits themed men's Santiki shirts or 20% off wine bottle covers in a variety of colors throughout the festival weekend.
Jewelry by Sharon Amber
Sharon Amber will feature beautiful new handcrafted art jewelry.
Northwest By Northwest Gallery
The gallery will feature fresh work from bronze artist Georgia Gerber, sculptor and architect Don Stastny, painter Hazel Schlesinger and contemporary sculptor Ivan McLean.
Oil & Vinegar Bar
Oil & Vinegar Bar will offer free tastings of dozens of varieties of infused olive oils and balsamic vinegars all weekend long.
White Bird Gallery
The gallery will feature the work of painters Robert Schlegel and Brian Blackham.