The holiday season has officially arrived in Idaho and when it comes to twinkling lights, festive tastings, and cozy concerts, we’ve got more reasons than ever to celebrate with Idaho wine.
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Whether you’re looking for a memorable holiday outing, a magical winter experience, or the perfect gift for the wine lovers in your life, Idaho’s wineries are ready to make this season extra special. Explore some of the biggest holiday happenings across the state and discover five creative ways to gift Idaho wines this year.
Upcoming Idaho Winery Holiday Events
Christmas Cookie + Wine Pairing
📍 3100 Cellars 🗓️ December 4 - 7
Sparkling wine and holiday cookies? Yes, please. Enjoy a festive flight from Idaho’s only dedicated sparkling winery paired with delicious holiday treats from the Boise Co-op.
Learn More | Reserve Your Spot
Sleddin’ & Sheddin’
📍 Kerry Hill Winery 🗓️ December 5 - 7
One of the cutest holiday traditions returns! Spend the weekend sipping wine, meeting Kerry Hill’s world-class sheep, and watching nationally ranked working dogs in action. Each day features competitors from across North America as they participate in this national qualifying event. The winery will open early and feature live music, festive energy, and special wine sales throughout the weekend. No tickets or registration required.
Holiday Jazz
📍 Kindred Vineyards 🗓️ December 6, 7:00-10:00 pm
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Set beneath the glow of winter lights, The Midnight Jazz Cats will bring smooth rhythms, swinging Christmas classics, and soulful improvisation to warm the night. Sip on fine wine, savor seasonal bites, and unwind with friends as the vineyard transforms into a cozy, candlelit retreat.
$20 per person or $15 for wine club members
A Visit from Mr. & Mrs. Klaus
📍 Kindred Vineyards 🗓️ December 7, 4:00-5:00 pm
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Mr. and Mrs. Klaus are making a special stop at Kindred Vineyards so you can capture family photos and a dose of holiday cheer! Enjoy warm mulled wine, festive wood-fired pizza, and stock up on your favorite bottles of wine for future celebrations. It’s a cozy, family-friendly afternoon surrounded by twinkling lights and vineyard charm—an easy way to jumpstart the holiday spirit. Learn More.
Holiday Craft Bazaar
📍 Vizcaya Winery, Wine Processing Building 🗓️ December 13, 12:00-6:00 pm
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Sip Vizcaya’s handcrafted wines while browsing a selection of local art and artisan goods. Plus, enjoy special holiday discounts—perfect for stocking up on gifts or adding a few bottles to your own collection. Learn More.
Live music by the Fire
📍 Dunning Estates 🗓️ December 13, 2:00-4:00 pm
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Cozy up at Dunning Estates for an afternoon of live music by the fire. Enjoy a performance by Noah Ormsby, grab a bite from Blue Smoke BBQ, and browse the onsite Christmas tree lot for a festive finishing touch.
Fortissimo Carolers
📍 Kindred Vineyards 🗓️ December 13, 7:00-10:00 pm
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Head to Kindred Vineyards to enjoy the timeless magic of Christmas carolers. Beneath the glow of twinkling winter lights, live carolers will fill the vineyard with beloved holiday classics and heartwarming harmonies. Enjoy Kindred’s wines, seasonal bites, and relax with friends as the vineyard transforms into a cozy, candlelit winter retreat.
$25 per person | $20 for Wine Club Members
Ugly Sweater Party
📍 Cinder Winery 🗓️ December 20, 1:00-7:00 pm
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Bring out your most outrageous holiday sweater and join the fun! Enjoy tastings of Cinder’s delicious wines as you mingle, sip, and celebrate. Wearing festive attire will grant you a complimentary drink ticket for a glass of wine!
Bring the whole fam and keep little ones entertained with coloring, candy, and holiday activities in the kids corner. Plus, give back this season—bring an unwrapped, age-appropriate gift for the Annual Boys & Girls Club Toy Drive. Learn More.
Popping Bottles 2025
📍 Holesinsky Winery 🗓️ December 20, 5:00-8:00 pm
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Mark your calendars for Holesinsky Winery’s Poppin’ Bottles—the ultimate Stock-Your-Cellar event! For one night only, every bottle in the house is open for tasting, including rare gems you won’t usually find on the tasting menu.
Enjoy live music by Andy Crosby, small bites, and curated wine pairings as you explore the full spectrum of Holesinsky wines. Tickets include a 10% discount on bottle purchases, making it the perfect chance to stock up for the holidays.
$20 per person | Free for Wine Club Members
Oyster Shucking Chef Series
📍 Telaya Wine co. 🗓️ December 29, 6:30-8:30 pm
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Come drink some wine and learn how to shuck oysters with Telaya Wine Co.! Learn from Sarah and DK of White Rabbit/Two 4 the Show as they guide you through shucking techniques using their oyster cart. Each ticket includes step-by-step oyster shucking instruction, plus a shucking knife and glove to take home, three 3-oz pours of Telaya wine, nine fresh oysters per person, and access to an exclusive wine sale—stock up for your New Year’s Eve celebration!
$75.48 per person
12 Wines of christmas
📍 Vizcaya winery 🗓️ December 1 - 28
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Take advantage of Vizcaya’s special holiday case offer and enjoy 35% off your purchase! Choose from three curated options:
- All White: 3 bottles each of Albariño, Pinot Gris, Elurra, and Sonrojo Rosé
- Mixed Red & White: 4 different whites/rosés and 8 different reds (no duplicates)
- All Red: 12 reds (max 2 of the same wine)
5 Creative Ways to Gift Idaho Wines
1. Pairing Gift - Wine & Chocolate, Wine & Candles
Give a gift that’s twice as nice! Pair Idaho wines with their favorite decadent chocolates or cozy holiday candles– a treat that’s sure to delight the senses and spread seasonal cheer.
2. Cooking with Wine Date Night
Turn wine into a night of fun and flavor! Include a bottle for the recipe, one to sip, and a festive recipe card for a cozy, delicious date night at home with friends or a loved one.
3. Host A Holiday Wine Party at Home
Skip the usual gifts and give a holiday experience instead! Give the gift of togetherness with a cozy at-home wine party! Pick a fun theme—like Tempranillo Night or Winter Reds—and invite guests to bring two identical bottles of the same wine. One bottle goes into the tasting lineup, and the other becomes part of a “take-home” exchange.
Set out simple tasting cards, light a few candles, create a grazing board, and let the sipping begin. Guests can taste through the lineup, compare notes, and at the end of the night, choose a bottle of one of their favorites to take home. It’s festive, interactive, and full of holiday cheer.
4. Wine 101 classes
Treat your favorite wine lover to a guided tasting or wine class at House of Wine. They’ll swirl, sip, and discover new favorites while learning fun tips from local wine pros.
5. The Ultimate Wine Stocking
Fill a holiday stocking with mini bottles or canned Idaho wines, festive accessories, and local treats for a gift that’s full of cheer, and plenty of clink-worthy moments.