Celebrating All Things Local: Verde Valley Wine Festival Returns to Clarkdale
It’s hard to believe that the Verde Valley Wine Festival is now in its fifth year. We started this event as a way to highlight all the incredible local flavor that Arizona has to offer. We weren’t really sure how the community would respond. But each year, our...
Glamping, B&Bs, Hotels or RVs: Where to Stay for the Verde Valley Wine Festival
Because our Festival is held annually on Mother's Day weekend, many ticket holders who are traveling from outside the area like to make a weekend of it and stay locally. That's especially true for folks who attend the fundraiser gala on the Friday before the Festival....
Official 2019 Winery Lineup: Returning Favorites and New Faces
The Verde Valley Wine Festival has announced the 16 Arizona winemakers who will be participating in this year’s event.
Wine Superfans: Treat Yourself with the VIP Experience
Have you ever spent a few hours sampling everything at a wine tasting room and wished you could ask the winemaker a question? When you visit a winery, do you secretly wish you had more behind-the-scenes access before the rest of the public? It’s official: you’re a...
Nonprofit Partner the Clarkdale Foundation: Getting People Involved
The best way to make things happen is by getting the people in the community to be committed to projects that enhance the community. Volunteering is a great way to learn what’s going on, meet community members, and take an active role in positive changes for our town.
Feast on This: Announcing This Year’s Fine Food Vendors
The close relationship between food and wine is part of the wine tasting experience. Pairing great wine with great food elevates our senses and allows us to enjoy each flavor even more. It's no surprise that some of the best cuisine in the world is being created right...
The Show Must Go On: VVWF Relocates to Clarkdale Town Complex
One of the most important aspects of planning an event the size and scope of the Verde Valley Wine Festival is the safety, beauty and quality of the venue. Where the event happens is just as important as the food, wine, music and people. For the past two years, our...
The Soundtrack of the VVWF: Meet the Musicians
Just as our wineries, breweries and fine food purveyors are expected to be local, so should our musical talent. Luckily for us, we didn’t have to look far to find some amazing musicians who will each be playing a set for the Saturday Main Event. Let’s meet the 2018 VVWF players.
Why Volunteer?
The Verde Valley Wine Festival is on the lookout for local residents who are interested in donating their time to help keep the Festival running smoothly.
The Stellar Sixteen: Meet the wineries
We’re unveiling the 2018 Verde Valley Wine Festival’s official lineup of participating wineries. If you haven’t marked your calendars yet, the one-day event is happening Saturday, May 12 at the town park in Downtown Clarkdale. We’re proud to have all participating...