The Kalahari Food & (Not Just) Wine Festival
Saturday, August 29, 2026 | 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Get ready to experience our first-ever Kalahari Food & (Not Just) Wine Festival in Sandusky, OH. Uncover the best of Kalahari dining with an overflowing selection of Kalahari-curated culinary delights, paired with an endless lineup of wines, brews, and spirits from the region's top beverage brands. Mix and mingle with friends and family as you taste, sip, and enjoy!
This year's event theme: Stars, Stripes & Spurs. A little country. A whole lotta flavor. Cowboy and cowgirl attire encouraged.
Taste All The Flavors.
Experience what makes Kalahari’s dining so special! From savory to sweet to everything in between, enjoy delicious food and signature cocktail tastings from our Kalahari restaurants and bars.
Sip On Wine, Spirits & Brews.
Sip local & savor samples from selected brands! From your Midwest-made favorites to the national selections we’ve all come to love. With all showcasing their finest creations, you’ll be sure to discover some new "go-to's" for happy hour and stocking the home bar cart.
Enjoy Live Music & Entertainment
Get ready to dance, sway and sing along to the rhythm of live music. With a lineup of live music and performances across the festival – you'll get to indulge in more than just flavors!
Chef Demonstrations
See the magic behind Kalahari’s diverse selection of award-winning dining as our talented chefs take the stage for exciting food demos. Don’t worry – you'll get to try it too!
Thirst For Change Silent Auction
Raise a glass and make a difference at the Kalahari Food & (Not Just) Wine Festival in Ohio. Guests will have the opportunity to bid on unique curated gift baskets, with proceeds benefiting our partnership with charity: water.
Festival Ticket Options
| Ticket Includes: | VIP Admission $150 | General Admission $95 |
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| Event Admission (12:00pm - 4:00pm) |
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| Souvenir Wine Glass |
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| 30+ Unique Food Sampling from Kalahari's Signature Restaurants |
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| Beverage Tastings from 50+ Beer, Wine & Spirit Vendors |
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| Interactive Cooking Demos with Kalahari Chefs |
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| Live Music & Resortwide Entertainment |
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| Silent Auction By The Nelson Family Life Foundation |
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| Instaworthy Photo Ops |
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| Raffles & Giveaways |
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| Chef-curated Brunch Buffet and Exclusive Entertainment (10:00am) |
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| 1-hour Early Event Access (11:00am) |
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| Welcome Gift |
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| Priority Seating at Cooking Demos |
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| Exclusive VIP Lounge |
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General Admission
$95/Person
Festival Admission
Souvenir Wine Glass
30+ Unique Food Sampling from Kalahari's Signature Restaurants
Tastings from 50+ Local Vendors
Interactive Cooking Demos with Kalahari Chefs
Live Music & Resortwide Entertainment
Instaworthy Photo Ops
Silent Auction By The Nelson Family Life Foundation
Raffles & Giveaways
VIP Admission
$150/Person
Get everything included with General Admission PLUS:
Chef-curated Brunch Buffet and Exclusive Entertainment (10:00am)
1-hour Early Event Access (11:00am)
Welcome Gift
Priority Seating at Cooking Demos
Exclusive VIP Lounge
*Must be 21+ to attend this event. A valid photo ID is required upon entry.
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