Wine & Cheese Fest Makes Sydney Debut

/ 4 March 2026
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Wine & Cheese Fest Makes Sydney Debut

/ 4 March 2026

Melbourne’s beloved Wine & Cheese Fest is finally making its Sydney debut at Carriageworks.

The festival brings together around 50 boutique wineries and artisan cheese makers from across NSW, Victoria, Tasmania, South Australia and New Zealand for a day of unlimited tastings and culinary discovery.

Your $59 ticket gets you unlimited wine and cheese tastings, free masterclasses led by industry experts, a complimentary wine glass and tote bag, plus live entertainment throughout the day. Kids under 18 get in free when accompanied by a legal guardian. Expect wine making talks, cheese pairing sessions, and demonstrations that’ll boost your cheese knowledge.

Confirmed producers include Jessop Wines, Little Creek Cheese, Rowlee Wines, Second Mouse Cheese Co, Petersons Wines and Innocent Bystander.

Choose between two sessions on Saturday, April 11th: a lunchtime session from 12pm to 3:30pm or an afternoon session from 4pm to 7:30pm. Various eateries will be on hand for larger dishes between tastings. Tickets available here.

Quick Bites

  • What to Eat: Unlimited wine and cheese tastings from 50 boutique producers; larger dishes available for purchase from various eateries
  • What to Drink: Wines from boutique wineries across NSW, Victoria, Tasmania, South Australia and New Zealand including Jessop Wines, Rowlee Wines, Petersons Wines and Innocent Bystander
  • When to Go: Saturday, April 11th, choose between 12pm-3:30pm or 4pm-7:30pm sessions
  • Where: Carriageworks, Eveleigh, 2015
  • Cost: $59 plus $4.80 booking fee (kids under 18 free with guardian)
  • Vibe Check: Relaxed festival atmosphere with live music, DJs and roving artists throughout the day