Hike The Vines! Snowshoe Hike & Wine Tasting
1/7/2012 - 2/25/2012
“Hike the Vines” January 28 February 4, 11, & 18 2012 Snowshoe hike and wine tasting – Imagine enjoying an afternoon snowshoe hike, at your own pace, through the Galena Cellars vineyard, and following it up with a wine tasting, cheese and crackers. $45 person/Includes snowshoe rental, wine tasting and shuttle ride to and from the vineyard/$25 person if you bring your own snowshoes. Advanced reservations required. To coordinate your own date for this venue, group size must be 8 or more. Saturday Departs Galena 12pm and 2pm; Shuttle pickups from Vineyard 2pm & 4pm Call Fever River Outfitters at 815-776-9425 to reserve your spot.
2:00 & 4:00 - Galena Cellars Vineyard
For more information: 815-776-9425

Galena Wine Lovers' Weekend
3/23/2012 - 3/25/2012
Enjoy a spectacular weekend in the rolling hills of Jo Daviess County and surround yourself with the vintage charm and contemporary spirit of beautiful Galena, Illinois. Indulge your palate with wine inspired tastings, dining, shopping, celebrity chefs, winery tours and great romance!
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Vineyard Open for the Season
3/23/2012 - 3/24/2012
Galena Cellars Vineyard opens for the 2012 season Friday and Saturday during Wine Lovers' Weekend, 11 am-6 pm, and remains open Friday & Saturdays through April. Daily schedule begins May 1.
11am-6pm - Galena Cellars Vineyard
For more information: Rob Steger, Vineyard Manager, 815-777-3235

Galena Wine Lovers' Luncheon at the Vineyard
3/24/2012 - 3/24/2012
Celebrate your love for wine with a chef-prepared, wine-paired lunch at our vineyard with winemaker Christine Lawlor. Includes tour. Reservations required; call 800-397-WINE. $45 per person.
NOON - Galena Cellars Vineyard, 4746 North Ford Road, Galena, Illinois
For more information: 800-397-WINE (9463)

Northwestern Illinois Wine Trail
4/21/2012 - 4/21/2012
Northwestern Ilinois Wine Trail Sponsered by Jo Daviess, Carrol & Stephenson Co. Farm Bureaus $25.00 per ticket by April 1 $30.00 from After April 1 LIMITED NUMBER OF TICKETS Galena Cellars Vineyard Noon till 6pm Silver Moon Winery~ Lanark—Noon till 5pm Massbach Winery~ Elizabeth—11 am till 5 pm Famous Fossil Winery~ Freeport—11 am till 5 pm Rocky Waters Winery~ Hanover—11 am till 6 pm Your ticket will cover tastings and snacks at the FIVE participating wineries. This is a self-guided tour, please drive responsibly! Make sure to get your tickets today Carroll CFB 815-244-3001; JoDaviess CFB 815-858- 2235 or Stephenson CFB 815-232-3186!
11AM - 6PM - Galena Cellars, Rocky Waters, Massbach, Famous Fossil & Silver Moon
For more information: Carroll Co. Farm Bureau 815-244-3001

Paint & Pour with local artist Sandra Principe
5/5/2012 - 10/13/2012
Create a painting at Galena Cellars Vineyard May 5 & 12, June 2, July 7, August 4, September 8, & October 13 We'll be out on the patio, in the gorgeous country winery setting, taking in the view and creating a beautiful still life painting! I'm calling this "Paint and Pour" because we'll take a lunch break and sample Galena Cellars Wine. A glass of Sangria is included in the class fee, compliments of Galena Cellars! Where: Galena Cellars Winery, 4746 North Ford Road, Galena When: Saturday August 27 from 11 to 3 Who: Anyone who'd like to learn to paint. No experience required. What: Acrylic Wine Still Life Painting 14" x 11" Why: Just for Fun! Try something new! Part painting, part social. You'll learn to easily create glass, realistic grapes and bottles. We'll have a little lunch break in the middle and sample Galena Cellars finest ! Fee: $35 which includes a Galena Cellars wine tasting! (There is an optional $15 materials fee if you'd like me to supply all of the materials for you.) Registration: Contact Sandra at (815)541-0068 or skprincipe@aol.com
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For more information: Sandra Principe 815-541-0068

Spa Days with Studio One at the Vineyard
5/12/2012 - 10/13/2012
May 12 & 26, June 9 & 23, July 7 & 21, August 4 & 18, September 1, 5 & 29, October 13 Escape to the vineyard and relax with us! Studio One Spa & Salon will be onsite providing spa treatments (by appointment) in the beautiful, peaceful setting of Galena Cellars Vineyard. Drench your skin in premium, organic grape nutrients. Top the trip with a vineyard tour and tasting of our locally produced wines. Available Dates: 9/10/2011, 9/17/2011 Call for your appointment: 1-815-777-1275
2-7 pm - Galena Cellars Vineyard, 4746 N. Ford Road, Galena, IL
For more information: Studio One Spa & Salon, 815-777-1275

Top of Illinois Wine Festival
6/23/2012 - 6/23/2012
Join Galena Cellars Vineyard & Winery, along with 10 other area wineries for a day of fun, local wine sampling, live music and wonderful food! Sponsored by the Northern Illinois Wine Growers Association (NIWG), Illinois Grape Growers & Vintners Associations (IGGVA), VisitGalena.org, Galena Downtown Business Association and the Galena / Jo Daviess County Convention & Visitors Bureau. Fee: $15 includes keepsake glass, wristband and seven tasting tickets. Additional tasting tickets available: $1 each. More information: www.topofilwinefest.info Please provide valid photo ID. Lawn chairs, picnic blankets & sunblock welcomed! No bottle openers or on-premises bottle consumption.
12 pm-8 pm - Depot Park, Galena
For more information: 815-777-3429

Galena Cellars Fall Harvest & Art Festival at the Vineyard
9/29/2012 - 9/30/2012
Join us for a fun-filled weekend celebrating the bounty of the fall harvest! Entertainment for the entire family includes pumpkin painting, grape stomping, vineyard tours and hayrides. We'll also be showcasing the talents of the Galena Cultural Arts Alliance with an art show and auction. Attention All Artists: Please contact Toni Klingler at Hello Galena for sign up information 815-777-1448
Noon - 6 pm - Galena Cellars Vineyard
For more information: Rob Steger Vineyard Manager 815-777-3235

Nouveau Wine Weekend
11/16/2012 - 11/17/2012
A celebration of the release of Galena Cellars Vineyard and Winery Nouveau Wine. Enjoy a traditional French stew at local restaurants followed by horse-drawn wagon deliveries on Main Street. Afternoon wine and cheese parties at various downtown locations.
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For more information: 815-777-3330 or 800-397-WINE (9463)

Nouveau Parade On Main!
11/16/2012 - 11/16/2012
Join us as Galena Cellars' releases our locally produced 2012 Nouveau Wine with our traditional horse-drawn wagon and a parade of revelers down Galena's historic Main Street, launching the celebration of Nouveau Wine weekend!
2:30PM - Galena Cellars Winery 515 South Main St., Galena, IL 61036
For more information: 815-777-3330

Nouveau Luncheon at the Vineyard (SATURDAY)
11/17/2012 - 11/17/2012
Celebrate Nouveau with us at the Galena Cellars Vineyard! Sample the fall harvest and a preview of this year's vintage. Our artfully prepared lunch includes a bread bowl heaping with traditional French peasant stew accompanied by our newly released Nouveau wine. $19.95 per person. Reservations required; call 1-800-397-WINE.
Noon - Galena Cellars Vineyard, 4746 North Ford Road, Galena, Illinois
For more information: 800-397-WINE (9463)

Bike To Galena Cellars Vineyard
Advanced reservations / Saturdays & Sundays
 Rent a bike and bicycle 12 miles of the most gorgeous countryside in all of Illinois to Galena Cellars' Vineyard. The route is hilly with some 8% grades and spectacular views. $45 person, includes bike rental, complimentary wine tasting and shuttle transportation back to Galena. Advanced reservations required.
Saturdays & Sundays - 525 South Main Street
For more information: Fever River Outfitters, 815-776-9425

Scooter to the Vineyard with Fever River Outfitters
Advanced Reservations; Saturdays & Sundays
 Rent a motor scooter and ride on gorgeous country roads to Galena Cellars Vineyard (approx 12 miles). After you’ve indulged in the essence of fine wine and the lush green countryside, we’ll drive you back to town. $65 person, includes scooter rental, complimentary wine tasting and shuttle transportation back to Galena. Advanced reservations required.
Saturdays 2;00 & 4:00 Sundays 12:00 - Fever River Outfitters 525 South Main Street Galena
For more information: Fever River Outfitters, 815-776-9425

Pizza on the Patio in Geneva
Offered Daily.
 Take a break and enjoy Dodson Place! Relax on our wine patio and enjoy pizza delivered to you by Montery Pizza. Weather permitting.
4-7 pm - Galena Cellars Winery & Tasting Room, 477 S. Third St., Geneva
For more information: Ellen Schlaman, Tasting Room Manager 630-232-9463

First Fridays Art Gallery Walk
First Friday of every month
 Enjoy a self-guided walking tour of different art galleries in downtown Geneva. All galleries are within walking distance. Stop by Galena Cellars and meet a different artist each month. Refreshments served.
6-9pm - Downtown Geneva
For more information: Ellen Schlaman, Manager 630-232-9463

Galena Cellars Sunday Brunch on the Patio [weather permitting]
Sundays, weather permitting
 Enjoy this beautiful weather and join us for a delicious brunch on Galena Cellars Wine Patio, served by Egg Harbor.
10-2pm - GENEVA Galena Cellars Winery--Dodson Place, 477 South Third, Suite 100, Geneva, Illinois
For more information: Ellen Schlaman, Manager 630-232-9463