August is upon us, and we’re serving up a fresh batch of wine-related happenings in and around Dallas-Fort Worth! Savor delicious wine dinners, do a Sangria-fueled crawl through Deep Ellum, enhance your fermentation knowledge with a homebrewing workshop, and lots more.
Events are listed in chronological order. Note that Eventbrite ticket prices now include all mandatory taxes and fees.
Alluvia Launch Party at Winestein’s (Grapevine)
Friday, August 1 at 7 PM – 8:15 PM
An exciting event celebrating the release of new estate wines from the Alluvia Boutique Winery of Stellenbosch, South Africa. Sample their signature portfolio including an award-winning Cabernet Sauvignon. Hosted by Winestein’s Tasting Room. $20/person. Tickets here.
Where: Winestein’s Tasting Room, 280 N Main St, Grapevine, TX 76051
Friday Night Flights at 4R Ranch Vineyards and Winery Tasting Room (McKinney)
Friday, August 1, 8, 15, and 22 at 5 PM – 8 PM
4R Ranch’s Downtown McKinney location hosts a wine tasting event for just $20. Three wines are paired with three small plates. August’s four flights are (in order): Dry Whites, Reserve Reds, Sweet Flights, and Spanish Whites. Reservations are encouraged.
Where: 4R Ranch Tasting Room, 110 E Louisiana St Suite 100, McKinney, TX 75069
True Crime and Wine: The Happy Face Killer (Ovilla)
Sunday, August 3 at 3 PM – 4:30 PM
Have a glass of wine and hear about the life and crimes of convicted serial killer Keith Jesperson, the subject of the recent Paramount series Happy Face. $42.42/person, includes your first beverage. Tickets via Eventbrite.
John Matthews, owner and winemaker at Cassaro Winery, is also a law enforcement veteran and the award-winning author of seven non-fiction books including The Eyeball Killer.
Where: Cassaro Winery, 707 West Main Street, Ovilla, TX 75154
Times Ten Cellars 20th Anniversary Party (Dallas)
Sunday, August 3 at 3:30 PM – 7 PM
Times Ten Cellars is commemorating two decades on Prospect Avenue! Loyal drinkers and newcomers are all invited to the party. Enjoy wine specials ($7 glass/$20 bottle), music by the band Backhand Sally, and food from Larkin Barbecue. Advance tickets are $31.39 via Eventbrite.
Where: Times Ten Cellars, 6324 Prospect Avenue, Dallas, TX 75214
Sip & Create: Floral Arrangement with Bellissimi Fiori (Dallas)
Thursday, August 7 at 5 PM – 7 PM
Do you know anything about flower arranging? Me neither–but I bet some expert instruction (and glass or two of wine) will help you feel much more confident about crafting beautiful bouquets for friends and loved ones.
This two-hour class includes two glasses of wine, light snacks, and everything you need to create your own vase arrangement to take home. $145.93/person. Tickets via Eventbrite. Hosted by Eataly Dallas and Bellissimi Fiori.
Where: Caffè Lavazza at Eataly Dallas, 8687 North Central Expressway, Suite 1304, Dallas, TX 75225
Yeast 101! at North Texas Homebrew Supply (Dallas)
Saturday, August 16 at 10 AM – 12 PM
When you’re trying to turn fruit juice, honey, or grain into booze, yeast is the magic ingredient that makes it all happen! Join the brewing nerds at North Texas Homebrew Supply for a 2-hour morning workshop on the science of fermentation. $10.83 (single ticket) or $16.24 (bring-a-friend ticket). Advance tickets via Eventbrite.
Where: North Texas Homebrew Supply, 17811 Davenport Road #11 Dallas, TX 75252
Ferragosto Italian Wine and Food Tasting (Irving)
Saturday, August 16 at 12 PM – 4 PM
Ferragosto is a public holiday celebrated across all of Italy on August 15. It was originally a harvest festival established by the Emperor Augustus in 18 BCE.
At this whirlwind celebration, you’ll tour Italy’s varied food, wine, and culture in one afternoon. Your ticket includes 20 wine tastes spanning every Italian region and a selection of small bites, all guided by Lamberti’s expert staff.
Three time slots are available: 12 PM, 1:30 PM, or 3 PM. Advance tickets via Eventbrite are $42.42. Child tickets (ages 2+) are $13.54 and include small bites and face painting.
Where: Lamberti’s Ristorante and Wine Bar, 7701 North MacArthur Boulevard Irving, TX 75063
11th Annual Sangria Soirée [Dallas)
Saturday, August 16 at 4 PM – 7 PM
Every third Saturday of the month, enjoy a self-guided wine walk with a seasonal theme. August’s guest-star beverage is Sangria–with plenty of supporting players like Chardonnay, Cabernet, rosé, and cider. Hosted by Discover Deep Ellum.
How does it work? Check in between 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM at the Plaza on Main and pick up your artist-designed wine glass and area map. Then, head to any of 15-20 local stores and restaurants for live entertainment and complimentary wine tastings.
Early bird tickets are $19.32-$25.09, day of event tickets are $30.87. Tickets via Eventbrite.
Where: The Plaza on Main, 2647 Main St., Dallas, TX 75226
Scoop and Sip Ice Cream and Wine Pairing at Messina Hof (Grapevine)
Sunday, August 17 at 2 PM to 4 PM
Put some sundae in your Sunday! Messina Hof has paired up with Beth Marie’s Old Fashioned Ice Cream to create some sweet pairings.
Taste five indulgent scoops matched with five flavorful Texas wines from Messina Hof. $58.17/person including taxes, fees, and 20% gratuity. Tickets here.
Where: Messina Hof Grapevine Winery, 201 S Main St, Grapevine, TX 76051
The Prisoner Wine Dinner at Maggiano’s (Two Locations)
Thursday, August 21 (Plano Willow Bend) and Saturday, August 23 (Dallas NorthPark) at 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
At this decadent 5-course dinner, enjoy Italian-American classics created by Maggiano’s Executive Chef team. Savor luxe courses like Filet Minot and Lobster Fra Diavolo Linguine paired with wines from The Prisoner Wine Company. Your meal begins with a welcome drink of Ruffino Prosecco and ends with a mini espresso martini.
$115.04/person. Tickets via Eventbrite (Plano and Dallas).
Where: Maggiano’s Willow Bend, 6001 West Park Boulevard Plano, TX 75093
Maggiano’s NorthPark, 205 NorthPark Ctr, Dallas, TX 75225
TEXSOM Conference 2025 (Irving)
Sunday, August 24 to Tuesday, August 26
Wine professionals from Texas and beyond converge on Irving Convention Center for this three-day conference. Now celebrating its 20th year, TEXSOM is one of the world’s premier educational and networking opportunities for sommeliers and wine educators.
Full conference passes are $525 and include seminars, daily lunch, six expo tastings, author meet-and-greets, Grand Tasting and Awards Reception entrance. (You may see the Wine Fairy there polishing glasses–I was accepted into the “Sommer Camp” volunteer program!)
Where: Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas, 500 W Las Colinas Blvd., Irving, TX 75039
2025 Dallas Trap Wine Fest (Dallas)
Saturday, August 30 at 3 PM – 9 PM
“Classy and ratchet” are the buzzwords for this annual summer wine and music festival. Your ticket gets you access to 30 different wines to sip, live DJs, and activities including shopping and contests. $15.92/person. Advance tickets via Eventbrite.
Where: Carpenter Park, 2201 Pacific Avenue, Dallas, TX 75201
Cold and Bold Wine Tasting at Eataly Dallas
Saturday, August 30 at 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Beat the heat with a selection of Italian wines that are best served cold. Try Franciacorta, a rosé of Nero di Troia, and more. La Scuola, the educational wing of Eataly Dallas, is hosting a guided tasting of these summer delights. Class includes four wine pours and light bites. 21+. Tickets ($65.26/person) are available via Eventbrite.
Where: La Scuola at Eataly Dallas, 8687 North Central Expressway #2172, Dallas, TX 75225
We are always looking for wine-related happenings in our little town of Big D! Got a tip for an upcoming event? Drop us a line here.
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