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Athens Winery Bus Tour with Italian Lunch

Saturday November 7, 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
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(Event: $140.88) + (Tasting fee: $39.12)

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

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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
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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/e0l2u89zxef0

"We attended both the Longview and Tyler Festival. We enjoyed the talking with the Vendors and learning from them as well as enjoying the atmosphere and live music. It was time and money well spent. We look forward to the next one." — Dennis O
"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
"The chosen vendors were amazing. Lots of different types of Texas wines with great people telling us all about their products. The venue was fun. I found several wines with different unique flavors. I went home with a cotton candy flavored rose and a dandelion wine." — Lauren M
"A phenomenal time for both my wife and I. We didn't know what to expect and left very happy. My only fear of people being pretentious quickly dissolved as every booth was welcoming, kind, and very informative. Can't wait to attend another!" — Caleb M
"We've been to several of these events and they are always a bunch of fun and we end up buying several bottles of wine when it's all said and done! Highly recommend! 🍷" — Hugo R
"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
"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 experience with the WineFest event! The team managing the event were super helpful and responsive and very committed to offering a quality, fun experience. Grateful for all the vendors sharing their wines and their passion! I'm more of a dry wine drinker - so eager to check out another Texas Winos event in the future" — Lisa H
"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
"My cousins and I attended the Wino fest earlier this year at Botanicsl Gardens! This event was awesome, the vendors were informative with excellent wine selections. We had an awesome experience and ready for the next event!" — Latonya B
"Texas Wino Fest was a joyous occasion celebrating top Texas wineries. The diverse wine selection was impressive , enhanced by a variety of other vendors. Tickets were reasonably priced, offering great value for money. Set in picturesque locations, the festival created an ideal atmosphere for wine lovers. Highly recommended for anyone seeking an enjoyable and enriching wine-tasting experience!" — Doctor B
"It was an amazing time. Great atmosphere with great people. Would highly recommend. The wine selection was fantastic. Most definitely going back." — Willie H
"i love brian and the director snd all of the vendors it was nice to help set up, and to see the other side of how the fest is ran! The wines are to die for very well ran delicious treats and great variety of wines! absolutely love it! Will go again and again and again!!" — Taryn F
"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
"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
"Texas winos always has great events. The ones I’ve attended in Austin are always packed and the vendors are friendly and knowledgeable. I always walk away with a bottle or two. This time, I bought two bottles and cool wine opening/preservation kit!" — Courtney W
"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
"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
"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 a great time with Texas Winos! The event was well-organized, and the wine selections were excellent. It was a fun and social experience and a great way to explore local Texas wineries without worrying about driving. I’d definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a unique group outing or date idea. I’ll be booking another tour soon!" — Kendra E
"Had a great time. The variety of the vendors was a plus. I really like the fact that others vendors outside of wine were present as well. Food trucks and the scenic area outside in the courtyard make the event outstanding. Can't wait to attend another event!" — Althea M
"This was such a fun experience! I havnt had the opportunity to try many wines, especially reds. I’ve previously only drank wine, but I found a newfound love for the reds! The vendors were so pleasant and fun to talk to. Some vendors had a great show they put on, as well. I also loved the food (popcorn and dip especially) that I was able to taste. Overall, 10/10 would do again!" — Taylor B
"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
"Brought my fiancé and mom to one of these events and we had a great time. Beyond trying some great wines, we also got this olive oil that was INCREDIBLE! The only thing to keep in mind is that it can get very busy and get congested so try to go when there is more availability if you do not like crowds." — Jessica S
"This was such a fun event, with not just wine but with food and plenty of cool people. I went to the one in Seguin. I was actually surprised how crowded it was, but they have a good time system in place when it comes to checking in. You do get to sample about 4 wines from each table with the option to buy. I would definitely attend again especially in different cities just to see who I can run into and how the vibe is." — Nicole M
"My granddaughter and I had a fantastic, fun time at the recent Wino Fest. We learned interesting info about making wines, tasted a lot of different wines, including wines made with flowers!! We had pizza and a piece of the most delicious cake I've ever eaten!! Then we got a free glass and bought some bottles of wines to take home with us!! We look forward to the next event!!" — Sandy W
"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
"Absolutely wonderful event! Very well organized and informational experience. I learned about and sampled multiple wines being amazing by more than a few; I left with 2 bottles and a few snacks! My out of town guest also loved the event and suggested the need for events similar in our hometown of Memphis. Keep it up Richard!" — Sheliah S
"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
"Such a fun event! It's very personal and you really get the opportunity to talk to all the vendor's, and meet people who are really passionate about their craft." — Ryan B
"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
"The event was so nice! I had an awesome time with my friend and we had the opportunity to taste so many wines. I thoroughly enjoyed the wine infused chocolates and wine infused coffee that I purchased. I would thoroughly recommend for anybody to experience a wine fest with TeamWinos." — BriBriMichelle
"It was really cool. Everyone there were so nice and helpful. Customers were also fun. I would go back and think everyone should experience it atleast once!" — Cynthia E
"It was my first time going to a wine tasting in Texas, I've been to plenty out of the state, and honestly this was the best one, there were plenty of booths to try new wines. Crowds don't bother me, specially if your just enjoy the atmosphere and wine. The vendors were nice and willing to answer any question we had on the wine. Definitely would be coming back and will be more friends, I was a little afraid to bring people since it was my first time, but they didn't disappoint at all. I love that there were more than just wine booths, they had some that had snacks to try, and they were good snacks too. There were plenty of different wines to try as well. Hopefully the weather next will be good so we can enjoy everything outside." — Niyla W
"I had an incredible time at my last wine tasting event with Texas Winos. The vendors were great and from many different cities in the state. Whether your preference is red or white, I can guarantee there will be something you like. I was even able to buy a few bottles to take home directly from the vendors." — Christopher S
"If you have not attended a Texas Winos Fest in San Antonio or any where in Texas, they have them all over, I really, really urge you to attend. They are very, very casual, they have great food vendors and several other treats, not just wine, which is the best part. But a ton of great sale items, like chocolates, salsas, some desserts, and did I mention the wine. Great wines from several different Texas born and raised wines. And one of the best parts, is, it is so laid back, you start talking with the vintner and you hear their great story behind their wines and flavors. It really makes for a great evening with your friends, or making new friends over good wine, nice conversations, and the best part, several free samples of wine to help you figure out what you like and what you want to take home with you. The Texas Winos crew are all great folks who you’ll want to know and follow on Facebook. So buy your ticket, get your cute Texas Wino glass and cheers to a fun night." — Laura A
"I had a GREAT time. Not only were there lovely booths for each business that made and sold wine, but there were sponsors that created and sold beautiful jewelry, body butters, candles, and really cool wine opening kits. Texas Winos attracts people that love to socialize and enjoy wine. I went solo and still spoke to sponsors and guests alike. The venue was beautiful. The hosts were friendly and professional. The sponsors wanted to enjoy ourselves and didnt pressure anyone to purchase. I've told lots of people about my experience. I would do it again if they came back. Thank you Texas Winos!" — Kyarra M
"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
"Winofest held in Tyler ❤️🌹CITY Me and my sister had a blast….great music and wine can’t wait to go again soon" — T F
"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
"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
"I absolutely love these events!! The unique wines from the various vendors, trinkets and food also available keep me coming back!! I’ve been to 3 events so far and looking forward to many more in the future!!" — Kimberly P
"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
"On Saturday, my husband and I attended the Texas Winos wine fest in Houston! We got to taste over 20 types of wines from friendly vendors and walked out of there with three bottles of wine and a bit tipsy. It was such a fun event and Vernon made our experience so comfortable. 10/10 recommend" — Antoinette B
"Me and girlies went out to a wine fest held at the Granberry Hills Event Center and omg it was simply elegant and amazing. The local wines were very impressive. The popcorn was a hit and the cheeses too. It was a great event well put together. There was live entertainment as well. We enjoyed ourself… we were invited to come back out again and we will be there with bells on 🤣 for another amazing time at this wine fest." — Tikky
"For my first ever experience, I was very impressed with how well organized each vendor was, how prepared each were for sales, and the variety of products. Only thing I’d say was of no interest were the jewelry vendors. Hope to do this again!" — Wendy W
"My wife and I attended our first event in Fort Worth, and we had a great time! The vintners and owners who presented their wines were extremely friendly and helpful (making no judgments if a wine was not well-received by my palate); and the event staff were really great too (shout out to Reesa [hope I got the spelling right]). We will likely become regulars at these events!" — Jim W
"I’ve been to 2 events so far with two different friends. We’ve all had so much fun! The vendors are friendly and informative. Sample selection is great. Even the food was delicious. Mixing and mingling with people while enjoying the various tastes and flavors is a fun experience on its own. I’ll definitely find someone else to share this with!" — Erica J
"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
"Was a fun evening tasting the various wines presented by some of the Texas wineries. Ended up purchasing total of 11 different blends. Other vendors included cheese makers, chocolate makers, salsa/sauces, jewelry etc. we will definitely go back next time it is held in the area. Thanks guys. 👍🏼" — Jenn