Wine On The Fox Festival Postponed Due To Coronavirus Concerns

OSWEGO, IL — Officials with the village announced today that the annual wine festival known as Wine on the Fox would be postponed until a later due to coronavirus concerns. The festival, which was originally scheduled for May 2 and 3, was set to feature Illinois wineries this year. No alternative date was given for the festival.

Refunds are available for those who have already purchased event packages for Wine on the Fox; these can be collected by contacting Oswego Community Engagement Coordinator Julie Hoffman via email or at (630) 551-2344.

Here is the village's full announcement of the postponement:

OSWEGO, IL – On Tuesday, the Village of Oswego announced plans to postpone its annual Wine on the Fox, the beloved community event originally scheduled for May 2 and 3, to continue the fight against coronavirus.

A new date will be announced as more guidance becomes available from the Centers for Disease Control and state and local health departments on when crowds will be able to safely gather again.

Wine-lovers who have already purchased packages for this year’s Wine on the Fox have the option to get a refund of their packages or to use them for the rescheduled dates. For a refund, email or call Community Engagement Coordinator Julie Hoffman at 630-551-2344 or jhoffman@oswegoil.org. Email is preferred.

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