Imagine a festival where the main attraction is wine. Pretty awesome, right?

Each year, North Market in Columbus holds the Ohio Wine Festival, a two-day event that showcases some of the state’s best wines. From family vineyards to hidden gem local wineries, you’re sure to leave with a new favorite wine—or two…or three. (But who’s counting?) Here’s why you can’t afford to miss this beloved event:

Welcome to the Ohio Wine Festival, hosted by one of the best and most massive year-round farmers markets in the state.

North Market/Facebook Address: 59 Spruce Street, Columbus, OH, 43215

With 20 of Ohio’s best wineries, you’ll want to take your time and indulge. You can have a taste, glass or bottle.

North Market/Facebook The $25 admission fee covers both days of the festival and the cost is $30 at the door. For more information about admission or to purchase tickets, click here.

This year’s festival will take place on July 12 and 13. On Friday, the festival is open from 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. and you can attend from 1 p.m. - 9 p.m. on Saturday.

North Market/Facebook To view a complete list of the wineries that will be participating in this year’s festival, click here.

Admission includes a souvenir glass, 10 tasting tickets, a $5 North Market Food Voucher and other activities.

North Market/Facebook Please note: Designated drivers and attendees who won’t be drinking wine won’t need to pay the admission fee.

As an added bonus, there will be live entertainment all weekend and the outdoor farmers market will also take place on Saturday.

North Market/Facebook If you’re a wine lover, this is the festival for you. <3

Have you ever been to the Ohio Wine Festival? If so, we want to know what your experience was like!

North Market/Facebook

Address: 59 Spruce Street, Columbus, OH, 43215

The $25 admission fee covers both days of the festival and the cost is $30 at the door. For more information about admission or to purchase tickets, click here.

To view a complete list of the wineries that will be participating in this year’s festival, click here.

Please note: Designated drivers and attendees who won’t be drinking wine won’t need to pay the admission fee.

If you’re a wine lover, this is the festival for you. <3

For more great places in Ohio to sip on some exceptional wines, check out our previous article: Experience The Best Of Ohio Wine Country With This Awesome One Day Trip.

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