Hoover Ridge Wool and Wine Festival 2026

Madison County Parks and Recreation Authority is hosting the 9th annual Wool and Wine Festival in Madison County on Saturday, April 25!

Madison County Parks and Recreation Authority is hosting the 9th annual Wool and Wine Festival in Madison County on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM. The festival will be in conjunction with the annual sheepdog trials.

We will be showcasing local wineries, Blue Quartz Winery and Mountain Run Winery! Phat Yummies Food Truck will be on site. Mugs and Muffins will also provide refreshments.

Vendors include Feather and Leather Designs, 3-D Prints by Tammy, Mary's Mountain Cookies, and Gypsy Mountain Thrift.

Brandy Station Company will provide live entertainment from 1:00-4:00 PM.

Tickets are $10 presale (ends Sunday, April 19) and $15 the day of the event. Guests who purchase a pre-sale ticket will receive a complimentary tasting glass (while supplies last). All guests under age 18 are free, with Adult General Admission tickets available for $5.00. General Admission tickets do not allow tastings or the purchase of wine.

Picnic tables are available for reservation for $10 each. Picnic tables fit up to 6 guests.

We will have a supervised children's area with Big Blue Blocks, mud kitchens, a sandbox, other activities, and a bounce house!

The event will be held rain or shine. Pop-up tents (anchored) are permitted!

Our 2026 events are sponsored by Nest Realty, State Farm-Billy Hale, and L&D Coates. Prince Michel Winery is an event sponsor, but will be unable to attend.

Full Event Schedule:

-8:00 AM - Sheepdog Trials Begin (free)

-11:30 AM - Festival Area Opens, Food Vendors Open

-12:00 PM - Wine Tasting Begins

-1:00 PM - 4:00 PM - Live Music by Brandy Station Company

-4:30 PM - Wine Tastings End

-5:00 PM - All Vendor Events End

Tastings:

-Wine tastings will be available from the wine tents.

-Wine will be available for free tastings, or guests may pay by the glass or bottle.

-Only guests with tasting tickets may purchase or taste wine.

All proceeds of the Wool & Wine Festival will go to the Hoover Ridge Outdoor Recreation Center Project. Details on the project can be found at www.hooverridge.com/hrorc .

FAQs

Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?

Guests wishing to taste wine or purchase wine must be over 21 and show a valid ID. These guests must wear their wristbands while in the festival area.

What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?

There will be designated parking areas for guests. Handicapped parking will be available.

What can I bring to the event?

We will have picnic tables available for reservation ($10 by 4/24 with ticket sales), but you may bring your own chairs, blankets, and tables.

Pop-up tents are permitted along the fenceline in designated areas. Outside food and drink are NOT permitted.

**No pets are permitted at the festival. This is for the safety of the animals (sheep) on-site for the trials.

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

You may direct your questions to lindsay.mcparksrec@gmail.com.