Join Cork and Barrel for three days of fundraising fun.
WINEMAKER DINNERS – Thursday, July 18th
Join for an intimate dinner with a Napa Valley winery!
If you have a passion for renowned wine and culinary experiences that exceed your wildest expectations, our Winemaker Dinners are for you! Every dinner lets you get up close and personal with winemakers and winery owners from our guest wine region. Staged at special venues around Bend, each multi-course dinner is crafted by a local chef and features pairings by the participating winery.
SIP – Friday, July 19, 2024
4:30-7:30 pm | Athletic Field, Central Oregon Community College, Bend OR
Whether you’re a newbie to Cork & Barrel or a veteran KIDS Center supporter, Sip never disappoints. There is something for everyone at this fun, energetic wine-tasting party that also includes local breweries! Sample wines from our Napa Valley guest wineries, and chat with the winemakers and winery owners. Sample small bites and mingle with several hundred wine lovers while you enjoy the summer evening. Live music, a silent auction, and a little competitive fun are guaranteed to keep the evening lively!
GRAND CRU GALA – Saturday, July 20, 2024
It’s the grand finale of Cork & Barrel! Grand Cru starts with a wine-tasting reception under the big tent on the athletic field at Central Oregon Community College. Sample fine wines from our guest wineries of the Napa Valley AVA! Spend an hour socializing with your fellow wine lovers and chat with the winemakers and winery representatives from our guest wineries. Enjoy delectable appetizers, live music, and get ready to bid on our silent auction, the famous “Wall of Wine” and more.
As the reception draws to a close, we’ll head into the dining tent for a sit-down, multi-course dinner, accompanied by select wines from our guest wineries. Join in the fun as we kick off an entertaining live auction to raise funds for KIDS Center. Thanks to our sponsors, every dollar raised at Grand Cru supports children and families impacted by abuse.
Join us for a fun-filled evening of philanthropy!
