Stratford Hall Wine & Oyster Festival

Saturday, September 19, 10 AM – 6 PM
Sunday, September 20, 11 AM – 4 PM

Enjoy tastings from over a dozen Virginia wineries and access to coastal oysters, distilleries, live music, artisan booths, food trucks, family fun, car shows & more!

Early Bird Wine Tasting Tickets: $35 (July 1 – September 18)
General Admission Wine Tasting Tickets: $50
Non-Tasting Tickets: $25
Children Ages 7-12: $10
Children Ages 6 & Under: FREE

What's New This Year?

Stratford Hall is excited to now offer tailor-made, add-on experiences to make your festival unforgettable! Simply add any of these options to your cart before checkout.

Pre-Event Great House Guided Tour

Available only during the festival weekend, this 90-minute special tour offers a unique opportunity to complement your day of food, wine, and music with an unforgettable journey through Stratford Hall’s historic Great House. Led by the Vice President of Research and Collections and Director of the Jessie Ball duPont Library, Dr. Gordon Steffey. This intimate experience explores the history and stories that shaped Stratford Hall. Along the way, you’ll gain deeper insight into the people who lived and labored here, the legacy, and the role Stratford Hall played in American history. And, finish the tour with a special toast! Begins at 8:30am on Saturday, and 9:30am on Sunday. Meet at the Great House West Stairs.

East Garden Guided Tour

Enjoy a leisurely stroll through Stratford Hall’s East Garden, where you’ll experience the stories behind the landscape, learn about the property’s historic plantings and seasonal blooms, and explore how the garden has evolved over time. This relaxing 60-minute walking tour offers a unique perspective on the estate’s natural beauty and rich history while providing plenty of opportunities for photos and questions. Begins at 1pm both days. Meet at the East stairs.

Chesapeake Pairings Experience

Elevate your festival experience with this exclusive 45-minute guided wine and oyster tasting. Discover the art of pairing exceptional wines with fresh Chesapeake oysters as your hosts guide you through unique flavor profiles, tasting techniques, and the influence of terroir and merroir on each pairing. Throughout the experience, you’ll also explore the rich culinary history of the colonial Chesapeake, learning how oysters, wine and regional food traditions shaped life along Virginia waterways. This intimate opportunity blends education history, and exceptional local flavors into a one-of-a kind experience. Begins at 4pm on Saturday and 3pm on Sunday. Meet at the Visitor Center 15 minutes before start time for transportation to the Cheek House. Transportation will be provided from the Cheek House back to the Visitor Center concluding the event.

Premium Parking Pass

Begin your festival experience with the convenience of $20 Premier Parking. Located in a reserved lot steps away from the festival entrance, Premier Parking provides quick, easy access to the grounds so you can spend more time enjoying the day. Whether you’re arriving early for an exclusive experience or simply prefer the convenience of closer parking, this upgrade offers a seamless start and finish.
Spaces are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis for advanced purchasers. One parking pass valid per vehicle. Passes will be emailed prior to the event for printing and display.

Wine Glass Lanyards & Charcuterie Boards

Free up your hands from tasting to tasting with a convenient lanyard for your complimentary wine glass! Add the wine glass lanyard ($5) to your order before checkout. Charcuterie boards for 2-4 guests ($60) and 8-10 guests ($135) are also available for pre-purchase and can be picked up from the Stratford Hall Info Tent during the event.

Private Party Tents

Claim the perfect spot for views of the Great House and the music stage! Pick the time slot best suited for your friends and family: Saturday 10am – 2pm or 2 – 6pm; Sunday 11am – 2pm or 2pm – 4pm. Admission tickets not included with Party Tent purchase.

Standard Party Tent $350

15×15 Tent
1 Round Table + 8 Chairs
1 Premium Parking Pass

Premium Party Tent $400

15×15 Tent
1 Round Table + 8 Chairs
2 Premium Parking Passes
Snack Basket
Ice Bucket with Bottled Water (for 8)

Deluxe Party Tent $600

15×15 Tent
1 Round Table + 8 Chairs
3 Premium Parking Passes
Ice Bucket with Bottled Water (for 8)
Charcuterie Board (for 8)
Dedicated Oyster Runner (your guests don’t have to wait in line. Stay with your party and let the runner bring your oysters)

Breakfast

Wake up to a lovely country breakfast buffet in the Stratford Hall Dining Room on either morning, from 8 to 10 a.m. Breakfast is $30 for ages 12 and older, and $15 for ages 11 and under. Advanced registration is required; simply add the breakfast tickets to your cart before checkout!

The buffet includes biscuits and gravy, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, fresh fruit and a yogurt bar, with coffee, tea, and orange juice. Lodging guests enjoy two complimentary breakfast tickets per room in their reservation.

Lodging

Make the most of your weekend by enjoying special festival lodging rates in the Cheek & Astor Guest Houses for $195 per night. Or, stay with friends and family in one of the cozy Log Cabins; 1-bedroom $240, 2-bedroom $310, and 3-bedroom $370 per night. Advanced reservations required. Call (804) 493-1967 or email reservations@stratfordhall.org. After booking your reservation, we’ll reach out to confirm if you’d like to add any of our new festival lodging enhancements:

Wine Delivery Service: Purchase bottles of wine at the festival and have them delivered to your room by 6:30pm on Saturday and 4:30pm on Sunday ($20)
Bottle of Virginia wine, charcuterie board, and 1:00pm late check-out ($89)
Welcome charcuterie board, serves 2-4 ($60)
Welcome wine and cheese ($30)
Virginia-themed snack basket, serves 2 ($30)
S’mores kit for evening fire pit, serves 2 ($20)
Stratford Merch Bundle: Tea towel, guidebook & Virginia peanuts ($50)
Shuttle service from Cheek House to the festival entry (Free)

What's Included In My Ticket?

Tasting Tickets include samples from participating wineries and a souvenir wine glass.
On-site distillery and beer sales will be available to both Tasting and Non-Tasting Ticket holders who are ages 21+. Be sure to get your age-verified wristband at check-in or the Stratford Hall Info Tent.
All tickets grant access to festival activities as well as the Visitor Center, Gift Shop, Gardens, and open house tours of the Great House during select hours each day. Audio tours will not be offered during the event.
Tasting Tickets are for wine tasting only and do not include other tastings or food.

Festival Policies

A 100% ID check for physical, valid IDs will be required for ages 21+.
Tickets are valid for one day only. To attend both Saturday and Sunday, please purchase one ticket per day (two total to attend both days per person).
Dogs are welcome, but must be leashed at all times.
This event is held rain-or-shine, and tickets are non-refundable.
No outside food or drink, with the exception of personal water bottles.
Wine and spirits bottles purchased at the event must be picked up as you exit.
All other Visitor Policies apply.