What is included with the ticket?

The ticket covers a thoughtfully curated wine tasting; additional food and beverages may be sold separately.

Is this event age restricted?

Yes. This event is 21+ and requires valid government-issued ID at check-in.

Please check in at the EAST DOOR (the door that faces the river) to the Freight House Music and Event Center.

Can I get a refund if I can’t attend?

Ticketing and cancellation specifics are set by the event organizer; contact the booking link for refund policy details.

Are there dietary accommodations?

The event features communal paella and shared food; contact the organizer ahead of time for accessibility or allergy questions.

Spanish Wine and Paella Evening at Stillwater Freight House | Wine | Food Tour

Q: Is parking included?

No. Parking in the Freight House lot is monitored by a third party and may incur charges for non-payment.

Spanish Wine & Tapas Tasting at the Freight House in Stillwater offers a focused evening of Spanish wines, paella, and storytelling that feels both intimate and civic-minded. Located on the east bank of the St. Croix River in Stillwater, Minnesota, this one-night-only event brings Roberto from VinoMN into the Freight House Music and Event Center to guide a curated tasting while supporting ISLA's Language Ambassador program.

The setting is part of what makes the night special: the Freight House is a historic event venue that opens onto the riverfront and a walkable downtown. Shared tables encourage conversation, and the river-facing EAST DOOR check-in makes arrival simple. Roberto pairs hard-to-find Spanish varietals with regional notes, explaining how climate, grape variety, and winemaking choices shape what’s in your glass. A communal paella adds a tactile, savory element to the tasting, anchoring the evening in food as well as flavor.

Practically, the event runs roughly four hours, with check-in at 6:30 and the tasting from 7:00 to 9:00. Tickets are $60 in advance; availability is limited. The evening is 21+ and designed for adults who enjoy learning while sharing a table with neighbors and travelers. Proceeds support the 2026/2027 Language Ambassador program at ISLA, giving the evening an extra layer of community impact.

What to expect visually: river light through large windows, long communal boards of charcuterie and paella steam, and bottles labeled with Spanish appellations. Listen for regional stories framed by Roberto’s background in education and travel. The venue is urban-riverfront rather than wilderness, so footwear and weather considerations are about parking and walking to the east-facing door rather than backcountry gear.

Local touches worth noting: downtown Stillwater’s historic Main Street and the nearby Lift Bridge are easy to explore before or after the tasting, while the riverwalk offers a brisk post-dinner stroll. Parking at the Freight House lot is monitored by a third party and may incur a charge for non-payment; check signage. No outside food or beverage is allowed.

For travelers, this tasting is a compact cultural evening—ideal as a date night, a special-occasion outing, or a responsible way to support local education. If you like approachable education about wine, convivial communal dining, and the human stories behind bottles, this Spanish Wine & Tapas Tasting at the Freight House gives you focused flavor, local context, and a night that feels like a small cultural exchange.

Arrive early to stroll the riverfront and warm your palate with fresh air; bring layered clothing since evenings on the St. Croix can feel cool. Consider booking nearby lodging on Main Street to extend the evening and enjoy local breakfasts the next morning. Reserve early; bring curiosity, an appetite, and a sense of generosity tonight.

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