Dallas

Athens Winery Bus Tour with Italian Lunch

Sunday September 27, 2026 @ 11:00 AM to 6:30 PM

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Synopsis:

Exploring a budding area for wineries we will head about an hour Southeast of Dallas to enjoy some delicious wine in the Athens area. Be prepared to be surprised by not only beautiful vineyards but also meeting a few animal friends! We will do formal flights at two wineries but will also be stopping at Athens Brewery. This stop we are not including the tastings to keep our prices low and so you can purchase what you would like. They have not only beer but also wine, cocktails, & non alcoholic drinks.

Meal:

We will be enjoying a wonderful Italian lunch served at the 1st vineyard

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Regular Price: $180
(before tax, tip, & srv fees)
(Event: $140.88) + (Tasting fee: $39.12)

Departure Location @ 11:00 AM

- Please be on location at least 15 minutes early
- Questions about your event? please contact us directly, not the venue

Normas Cafe, 9100 N Central Expy, Dallas, TX 75231

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Age Restrictions?

Some events are ALL ages, some have restictions.
Check the specific event to make sure.

In general:
Festivals: All ages
- Winofest
- Block Party

Site Seeing Bus Tours: All Ages
- Day Trip
- Hoppers

Winery, Brewery, Distillery Bus tours: 18+
- All Inclusive Tours
* We sometimes do family friendly versions

Boat Bash: All ages

River Tubing: All ages

Walking Tours: Depends on the theme

Pub Crawl: 21+
Boat Bash: Bring / Not Bring

SUGGESTED ITEMS TO BRING:
Floats, noodles, towels, sunscreen, water shoes, sunglasses, and beach balls. Your own easy to carry chair. There are only a few on board.

Some good questions were asked:
YES! You can bring alcohol and extra snacks
YES! There is a bathroom on board.
YES! We’re bringing awesome burgers.
YES! We'll have music and a good attitude.

Extra:
If bringing a cooler, it is best if it has wheels.
Bus Tours: Bring / Not Bring

We will give you your souvenir glass when you board.

Here is a list of ideas of what to bring:
- For sure: Government ID, temporary ones are OK
- Water! Some of the stops have them, but bring your own to be ready :)
- Snacks & beverages (Alcohol is OK as long as it stays on the bus)
- Coolers (please bring a soft, hand-held one since they are easier to store)
- Credit Card & Extra cash for extra souvenirs

Extra Items You COULD bring for a special event:
- Decorations: please nothing crass/potentially offensive
- Desserts: Not where the food is served, but at one of the other stops
- Utensils: If you bring a dessert or extra food, please provide your own

NOT allowed:
- Personal Speakers
- Cigarettes, cigars, vape: not ON the bus, there are outside areas though
- Confetti, Glitter, Silly String, anything that is hard to clean up
Charity Donations

We do work with a certain number of charities each month.
But because there are so many wonderful organizations out there, please do not be offended if we cannot support everyone's group.

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We will make sure it gets to the appropriate person for consideration.
Deadline to Reschedule?

Most events we have a 72 hour cut-off time to reschedule.

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We really want to try to make this easy for you! No need to stress.
Group discounts?

For groups of 3 or more we can create a website for your group and apply a discounted group price.
That way you just send a link to everyone to sign up!
You can track who has registered and we can soft reserve spots so that you are guaranteed spaces for the event and we can customize the look to make it more personal.

All we would need is:
- Date of the event(look at our event page and find which one you want)
- Name you would like to give the group
- Approximate guest count
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Just go to our event page, find the event you like, select the number of tickets the voucher covers, and enter in the voucher code (usually under the bar code.)
Keep in mind you may have to take care of alcohol fees as that can only be purchased through us.
Sold Out! Are there options?

Our events typically sell out a week or more before the date and those that have signed up have already paid for their spots.

There is a chance that some may cancel so just shoot us an e-mail and we will get you on the wait list
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Weather: Do we cancel?

Depending on the type of event, it might be "rain or shine."

In any case, the website for that specific event will be updated every hour if there are any changed.
Winofest: Bring / Not Bring

Mostly just yourself and a good attitude!

- Acceptable ID for showing your age
- Water - there is some there but you can bring your own
- Personal Chair (we have some but if you have a favorite, feel free to bring it)
- Phone, Camera, Wallet
- Credit card for gift purchases from the vendors

Link to this event:

https://www.texaswinos.com/e/e0ea5xb8n2kj

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"Very nice environment friendly people overall was great....only thing I'm a vegetarian so would be nice if they had more vegan options because I like to eat...yeah skinny fat person haha even tho they had one vegan option still had a wonderful time so 5 stars for me😉" — James C
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"I love when these events are in town. Ive gone to 3 already and ive got to experience different wines and vineyards and each vendor that goes is very passionate about what they do and are super nice. Everyone has always given me great recommendations and have taught me more about wines. I was pretty new to wine when I first went but now I can tell my friends what kind of wine I like and I can recommend some to them as well!" — Isabel G
"I had a great time at the wino fest in Arlington. They had a large variety of different wines from around Texas and the event was beautifully decorated." — Harley M
"I appreciated everything about the way the staff communicated, made me feel special, and was flexible with last minute changes. I look forward to attending when they return!" — Deb C
"This was our second time going, and just like last time, it didn’t disappoint. We loved how many wineries were there, and it was awesome to see even more vendors this time. The venue was beautiful, and we really liked that there was plenty of seating, made it easy to just relax and enjoy everything." — Alex V
"I am so excited to attended this event again! Last year we had a blast and I purchased a case of my favorite wine, treats, hand made body sprays and creams. Also purchased a variety of infused olive oil. Looking forward to another great weekend!!!!!" — Sean S
"Me and my friends really enjoy attending Texas winos , we go to almost all the events. We always leave with the best experience" — Khadija H
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"My husband and I have attended these events. And I gotta say it was fun. My husband is not much of a wine drinker and yet he found new wine to try! Will definitely attend in the near future again! This event was very interactive, loved to learn all about the different kinds of wine." — Susana V
"Such a fun experience! My husband and I loved meeting and trying all the wonderful wines from the Wineries! Such a fun atmosphere! Already planning to attend the next one and with some more of our friends!" — Kristin A
"Great opportunity to learn more about wine and interact with local wineries. I loved the souvenir and found, what I believe is going to be, my favorite winery 🥰" — Ulaya D
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"This is a wonderful event! I had an incredible time with my friends at my last one. Everyone is incredibly friendly and welcoming. We had great photos opportunities and loved the wine glasses! Definitely an event I look forward to going to again!" — Rebecca B
"My husband and I attended our first Texas Winos Festival last weekend in Seguin, TX. We had an amazing time tasting the different wines and visiting with the vendors! We came home with several bottles of wine, bacon, candles and chocolate. Everyone was so nice and welcoming! We can’t wait to attend another event in the future, we will be back!" — Laura R
"My friend and I really enjoyed ourselves at this event. All of the vendors were really nice. I love that they had other vendors outside of wine vendors. I loved loved the jerk, popcorn, and bacon vendors. I love my glass that came with the purchase of my ticket. Overall, I would definitely attend another event like this. It was very well organized. I hope more events like this come about here in San Antonio" — Kiara B
"This was my first event, and despite of the weather challenges, it won't be the last. All the vendors were extremely helpful and knowledgeable about wine in general, not just there brands. I enjoyed the food available as well as the vendors present. While I did not partake in listening to the live entertainment, I was glad that was part of the festival. I will definitely visit future festivals." — Marlise C
"I had an absolutely amazing time at Texas Winos event in Fort Worth on May 10 (my birthday 😊). Everyone was very kind and informative about their products. I rate my experience 10 out 10 and I look forward to attending more of their events in the near future." — Tyronda Ransom
"My first time experiencing a Wine Fest, as well as my mom and boyfriend, it was great there were no big crowds or long lines. Everyone was so polite in including my elderly mom that was in an electrical scooter in this event since it was indoors and had a step that the vendors were up on, so she was a bit far away from the actual table but they were generous in speaking louder so she could hear them explaining the different types of wine. I will definitely be back to the wine fest specifically in Tyler Tx!" — Mackenzie S
"Second event was just as fun as the first! Though I did enjoy the atmosphere of the first venue, this one was more classy. I like the different pace you get with the change of venues. Would for sure recommend this event for newbies and connoisseurs alike! Can't wait to do a bus tour!" — Chan W
"It was definitely a surprise. I get to the venue and it was beautifully decorsted from floor to ceiling. Some ve donde had their own decor and interesting wine for us to try. And for a bonus surpris? They had cheese and bacon which were definitely a must buy. The detailed description of the variety of flavors were very helpul because it traches you which one you prefer, red or white wine. Would experience it again with friends!" — Ezer C
"It was an amazing time. Great atmosphere with great people. Would highly recommend. The wine selection was fantastic. Most definitely going back." — Willie H
"WINO FEST was a blast! Loved all of the different wineries! We made friends and both of us found wines we LOVED, that are local and we are visiting those wineries this weekend!" — Hunter W
"Some friend and I had a wonderful birthday celebration at a Winos event this weekend. The wineries present were friendly and informative with a great variety of white and reds, sweet and dry options. There were also a couple food trucks and vendors inside to help with snacking and if you have a little too much wine. This was my second event and I can’t wait to attend more. I highly recommend for a girl weekend, birthday weekend or just any opportunity to have fun with friends or family who enjoy wine." — Whitney M
"This is the second event I have attended. It's easy to get into and the wineries are excellent. Looking forward to attending another event in the future." — Paige W
"We came to the Winofest uncertain of what to expect. Great people, awesome vendors, good food, and tasty treats. Bought a bunch of hot sauce, wine, and olive oils. Can’t wait for the next one in Seguin. Already phoned in for the reup." — Jason M
"I was impressed with the amount of wineries that were present I brought a friend with me and we really had a great time and making contact with others who also received great information about their winery this was not my first visit and I will attend again thanks for reaching out" — Denise J
"The WinoFest held in Ft. Worth was GRRREAATT! The vendors, from Olive oil seasoning(EVOO) to handbags and clothing was fantastic! The free wine glass and the lady putting free wordings on them was an extra bonus. My high school friends and I enjoyed everything and can’t wait to attend another one. Good job! 👏🏾 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾" — Alethea M
"These events are super amazing and they always have a wide variety of amazing venders to try from! Would 10/10 recommend new and even experienced wine drinkers to attend!" — Jonan
"This was my first time at the event. Everyone was very friendly and helpful. There was a good selection of wines and the appetizers were tasty. The venue was clean, the music was a nice touch, the check-in procedure was easy, and a lot of people were having a good time. I will look forward to participating in another event in my area." — David V
"I attended the event in Arlington, Texas and I had a blast. There was a good energy present due to the good music, good food and WINE!!!! I purchased a bottle and the wonderful sauces I have made with it as well as drinks!!!!!! I can’t wait for the next event!" — LeAnn V
"The event was great and there were some great vendors. I found a few new winery's that I had not tried before but are now in my weekend winery rotation. The belly of the beast was awesome as well as the beef jerky and popcorn vendor. There was also a vendor with flavored olive oil that was excellent. I wish there was wino merchandise for sale but the glasses were nice. The venue and set up was great. The venue needs to have more parking" — Angela T
"This was my second experience with Winos. I love each of the vendors, I get to restock on my wines from the best Texas owned winery’s. The experience is wonderful, everyone is friendly, the wines are amazing. I always bring different people when coming to this event! The very first time I came, one of the vendors had a selection of different charcuterie pieces, breads and oils! It was perfect" — Celeste Renee
"This was so much fun! We really enjoyed the atmosphere and the vendors. It was great learning about the different wines and wineries. We look forward to more events!" — Shawnda H
"The event was amazing. It was my very 1st time , and it turned out better than I expected. I loved everything about it from learning about the different wines, to mingling with so many people. I would definitely go again. Thank y'all so much for the experience." — Monique
"This was such a fun event ! There are so many local wines to taste and it was cool learning about so many wineries I had never heard of before! We can’t wait to go again this year! A must go to for any wine lover!" — Annie K
"It was my first time attending the WinoFest, and though it was a bit smaller than expected, I still enjoyed it very much. Each winery represented showed up with some great wine choices. I also got a lot of great ideas for stocking stuffers from the vendors who had food, candy and popcorn. I mean, who wouldn't want to get a box of boozy chocolates or gourmet popcorn in their stocking?! The live music was a nice touch as well. Overall, it was a fun experience, and I will definitely attend again next year." — Ace W
"I attended the Wino in Tyler,Tx on 4/26/25 & everyone was so friendly! Loved the atmosphere & the complimentary wine glass! Definitely found some favorite new wines & I look forward to attending more events in the future! Originally was supposed to rain heavily this day & I thought they would cancel the event but thankfully they had a Plan B & hosted the event indoors! Highly recommend attending a Wino event in a city near you!" — Irma
"We attended the Texas Wino event on April 26, 2025 as always we had an awesome time. We enjoyed seeing some vendors we have supported in the past and were excited to me and sample those vendors that was our first time sipping with them. In addition the food vendor choice was tasty! Can’t wait until the next event. Thanks" — Anthony F
"It was such a nice experience. All the different wines and also learning how they are made. I enjoyed the experience of having somewhere nice to go with a group of my family and friends. Can't wait to do it agian!!" — Precious
"My fiancé & I went to the one in Seguin, TX. We had the best of time! The selection of wine was superb! The venue was peaceful, easy to find and had ample parking space. It was so awesome, we went ahead and booked another event in Harker Heights, TX. Can't wait to try some new wines!" — Nicole R
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"This was our first Texas Wino Event and we are already planning the next one. We had a really good time. Great atmosphere, awesome variety of vendors, everyone was very friendly and personable. Highly recommend attending a Texas Wino event!!" — Yahaira M
"Always super fun to attend! This is the 3rd time I have attended and never disappoints. Vendors are great and selection is fabulous. Definitely give it a try. You won’t be sorry!!!" — Tamara