Try Wines From Across The Garden State At NJ Wine Expo

HOLMDEL, NJ — The annual New Jersey Wine Expo is set to return to the Garden State for its second year this fall and will take place in Holmdel.

On Saturday, Nov. 15, the Garden State Wine Growers Association will host the annual event in the Bell Works Ballroom on Crawfords Corner Road.

For the 2025 Expo, event officials said they plan to build on the success of last year’s event with even more opportunities to “display the quality and diversity of the New Jersey wine community.”

Event attendees will be able to meet wineries from across the Garden State, enjoy wine samplings, industry insiders and more.

Here’s what you need to know about times, tickets and admission for this year’s event:

Times
The NJ Wine Expo will take place on Saturday, Nov. 15, and feature three sessions:

• Early Access: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Session 1: 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
• Session 2: 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Patrons can only attend one of these sessions, according to the expo website.

Tickets & Admission
Tickets for each session at the NJ Wine Expo include different event features for attendees:

Early Access ($54)

• Early access to the event and wine tastings
• Meet the wine makers and industry leaders
• Tasting of hand-selected NJ wines
• Exclusive souvenir stemless wine glass
• 6-bottle wine bag

Session 1: General Admission ($38.10)

• Tasting of hand-selected NJ wines
• Exclusive souvenir stemless wine glass

Session 2: General Admission ($38.10)

• Tasting of hand-selected NJ wines
• Exclusive souvenir stemless wine glass

If available, General Admission tickets will be $45 at the door, according to event officials. Early access tickets will not be available for purchase at the door.

Attendees also have the option to buy a Designated Driver ticket, which will be $10 each, available at the door, and cash only.

Only those 21+ are permitted to attend the event, and casual attire is welcome. Wine by the bottle is available for purchase, though patrons are not permitted to open wine bottles they purchase on site.

Small bites will be available for sale by each food vendor at the event. Food is not included with the ticket price.

“This year’s event promises new experiences and more surprises in every sip; perfect for both passionate wine enthusiasts and novice drinkers who enjoy tasting and learning about the extensive varieties of wines produced throughout New Jersey,” event officials said.

“Come meet the winemakers, stroll between winery tables sampling more than 130 hand-selected wines, and find out how to plan your next trip through the NJ Wine Country.”

To learn more about the NJ Wine Expo or purchase tickets, you can click here.

The NJ Wine Expo will take place at Bell Works on 101 Crawfords Corner Road, Holmdel.