Grand Tasting

November 7 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

WEC Exposition Center 1 | Ocala, FL

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Large indoor event with audience seated facing a stage, where cooking demonstration takes place; car display and vendor booths visible under purple lighting.
Large indoor event with audience seated facing a stage, where cooking demonstration takes place; car display and vendor booths visible under purple lighting.

Overview

The Ocala Food & Wine Festival at World Equestrian Center – Ocala is a three-day, chef-led culinary celebration featuring culinary competition, beer, wine and spirits tastings and samples of extraordinary cuisine. Event proceeds benefit the Public Education Foundation of Marion County ProStart Program.

Join us for the Grand Tasting at WEC Exposition Center 1 to enjoy unlimited samplings from premium beverage brands, local bites and chef-curated delights. Don’t miss the annual mystery basket competition featuring local culinary students!

EVENT TICKETS

  • Saturday, November 7: Grand Tasting | 1pm-5pm | WEC Exposition Center 1
    $150 per person
  • Ticket Bundle: Saturday, November 7-Sunday, November 8
    $425 per person | Enjoy a special packaged rate when you bundle the:

    • Grand Tasting | Saturday, November 7 | 1pm-5pm
    • Grand Prix Dining Experience: Ocala Food & Wine Festival Edition | Saturday, November 7 | 6:30pm
    • Jazz Brunch | Sunday, November 8 | 10am-1pm

$3 online service fee and taxes additional.

Explore additional event information at ocalafoodandwinefest.com. 21+ event. Marketing in partnership with the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association.

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