Explore Ohio’s wine heritage at the Vintage Ohio Wine Festival in Kirtland. Enjoy wine tastings, live music, and artisan shopping in a stunning outdoor setting.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
4–6 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be comfortable standing and walking moderate distances over uneven outdoor terrain.
Wildlife
History
Kirtland was historically a center for early settlers and has significant Native American heritage influencing the region.
Conservation
The Ohio Wine Producers Association encourages sustainable farming practices to protect local ecosystems and promote healthy vineyards.
Ohio Wine Producers Association
Explore Ohio’s wine heritage at the Vintage Ohio Wine Festival in Kirtland. Enjoy wine tastings, live music, and artisan shopping in a stunning outdoor setting.
Ohio Wine Producers Association connects Ohio wineries, promotes regional wine tourism, and organizes seasonal events and trail experiences across Northeast Ohio and the Lake Erie Shores & Islands. Founded to support independent vintners, the association represents member wineries with marketing resources, educational workshops, and collaborative events that attract local residents and visitors to tasting rooms and festivals. Through signature events like the Vintage Ohio Wine Festival, Vines & Wines Chocolate and Wine Trail, Daffodil Trail, Tannenbaum Trail, Deck the Wreath Wine Trail, and seasonal City to Country experiences, the association showcases Ohio-grown wines alongside food pairings, live music, artisan vendors, and holiday traditions.
Members benefit from industry-focused programs including Social Media Marketing Day and Preview Day workshops that deliver practical training in promotion, operations, and winery startup guidance. Events are designed for self-driving trail exploration and multi-winery tasting, often featuring complimentary samples, curated appetizers, collectible ornaments or bulbs, and promotional incentives such as WineBuck discounts and lodging prizes. The association partners with regional venues such as Shamrock Vineyards, Three Oaks Vineyard, and Lake Erie Islands hosts, ensuring events are held at established tasting rooms and scenic locations.
By coordinating calendars, producing promotional materials, and providing networking opportunities for vintners, the Ohio Wine Producers Association enhances visibility for small producers while offering visitors organized, safe, and enjoyable wine tourism experiences. Information about events, tickets, dates, and participating wineries is available through the association’s published event listings and partner venues. Current event schedules and membership details are published on the association’s official website.
Location
Put-in-Bay, OH
Lake Erie Shores & Islands region
Tours Offered
9
Seasonal trails, festivals, and events
Workshops
2 Workshops
Practical training for winery teams
Partner Venues
Shamrock & Three Oaks
Regional wineries and island hosts
Find dates, tickets, and participating wineries — book ahead for festival weekends and seasonal trails.
Plan Transportation in Advance
Consider arranging a designated driver or rideshare as alcohol tastings are a central part of the event.
Bring a Reusable Water Bottle
Stay hydrated while sampling wines to keep the experience enjoyable throughout the day.
Wear Comfortable Footwear
The festival grounds cover outdoor terrain with gentle hills—comfortable shoes will keep you on your feet for hours.
Arrive Early for Cooking Demos
Secure a good spot at popular cooking demonstrations to learn new recipes and techniques.
Comfortable walking shoes
Supportive footwear helps you enjoy all festival areas without discomfort.
Sun hat and sunscreen
Protect yourself from sun exposure during daytime events.
summer
Light rain jacket
Stay dry and comfortable if spring showers occur.
spring
Reusable water bottle
Keep hydrated throughout tastings and activities.