Wine and Food

Time to Celebrate

Westchester Magazine’s highly anticipated Wine & Food Festival returns June 3-8, 2025! Join this delicious, week-long celebration of the culinary spirit of Westchester with top local restaurants, exceptional wines, beers, spirits, burgers, food trucks, and award-winning chefs. From the always sold-out Burger & Beer Blast to the iconic Grand Tasting Village and the Party on the Pier, there's something for every foodie. Follow along on Instagram & Facebook to be a part of all the fun!

View the full list of restaurants participating in the 2025 Wine & Food Festival. 

Purchase tickets and plan your trip using MTA. 

A group of people enjoying the Food & Wine Festival

There are many events to choose from including:

Wednesday, June 4, 2025
Party on the Pier 
A popular beachside event on the Playland boardwalk overlooking the beautiful Long Island Sound. Listen to live music while you sample delicious bites from 25 restaurants and food trucks plus the new tacos and tequila area. Enjoy beer, wine and cocktails while watching the highlight of the night - the Annual Bartender Shake-Off, featuring Westchester’s top bartenders competing for Best Bartender honors.

Location: Playland Park 
Time: 6:00pm-9:00pm
Individual Tickets: $75
Party Pack of 10 Tickets: $700 

Three people stand at a table smiling at the Wine & Food Festival.

Thursday, June 5, 2025
Burger & Beer Blast
The annual Burger & Beer Blast just keeps getting bigger, better and more delectable than ever. Westchester’s ultimate party pits local restaurants in a competition to serve up the signature burger that will reign supreme. New this year is the Champions Corner, where past winners will be back to compete in an exclusive Hall of Fame showdown! Guests get to sample, vote and proclaim the winner. With beer, food trucks, wine and spirits plus a dash of music, the Burger & Beer Blast is this summer’s hottest ticket.

Location: Kensico Dam Plaza
Time: 6:00pm-9:30pm
Individual Tickets: $95
Party Pack of 10 Tickets: $900

A woman drinks from a glass of wine.

Saturday, June 7, 2025
Grand Tasting Village
The signature event of the Wine & Food Festival, the Grand Tasting Village features live Chef demos with the talents of David Burke, Marc & Brianne Taxiera and Peter Kelly. Over 40 local restaurants and more than 100 wines and spirits create a gastronomic delight for food and wine lovers. For those looking for something more personal, the private Connoisseurs Tent features seminars from wine expert, author and educator, Kevin Zraly, along with dishes from top restaurants. 

Location: Kensico Dam Plaza
Time: 12:00pm-4:00pm
Tickets: $100
Party Pack of 10 Tickets: $950
Party Line Connoisseur Ticket: $150 - includes admission to the Grand Tasting Village, the exclusive Connoisseur Tent featuring rare, high-end wine and food, and reserved seating at the chef demos (*Limited tickets available*)

Two men in attendance at the Wine & Food Festival.

Please note the following:

  • Pets are not permitted at any of the events (service animals are allowed)
  • All events are rain or shine
  • No refunds or exchanges are given
  • All guests must be 21 or over to be admitted to any event

Purchase tickets and plan your trip using MTA.