Westlake, OH (September 10, 2019): The Crocker Park Wine Festival opens for its ninth year this Friday, September 13 from 4pm-10pm and continues Saturday, September 14 from 2pm-10pm on Main Street. The event will house over 150 local, national, and international wine producers as well as over 50 beers, 30 spirits, food, and live music plus a new VIP experience for attendees to enjoy.
At select times during the event both Friday, September 13 and Saturday, September 14, the following restaurants will host VIP experiences featuring wine and food tastings exclusive to attendees; Burntwood Tavern, Hyde Park Steakhouse, Brio Tuscan Grille, and Market District. All tastings will be led by the restaurant’s appointed host and space is limited to keep an intimate setting.
Each VIP Experience tasting can be purchased in addition to the Crocker Park Wine Festival general admission ticket.
Tasting room schedule is as follows:
Friday, September 13, 5pm-6pm at Burntwood Tavern
Friday, September 13, 6pm-7pm at Hyde Park Steakhouse
Saturday, September 14, 1pm-2pm at Brio Tuscan Grille Brunch
Saturday, September 14, 2pm-3pm at Giant Eagle Market District
General admission & VIP experience tickets can be purchased at www.crockerparkwinefestival.com and will be available until Thursday, September 12. General admission tickets can be purchased at the door for $35 or a weekend pass for $65.
Proceeds from the Crocker Park Wine Festival will be benefitting University Hospital Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital, the leading pediatric facility in Northeast Ohio.
Crocker Park’s Wine Festival is made possible by the following event sponsors; Market District, The Lash Lounge, Canary Travel, Avalon Waterways, T Mobile, Goose Island, US Bank, Cleveland Magazine, Northeast Ohio Parent, Northeast Ohio Boomer and Beyond, Hyatt Place, and The Wine Buzz. For more information on the event and all other events at Crocker Park, visit www.crockerpark.com.
Westlake, OH (August 20, 2019): The ninth annual Crocker Park Wine Festival taking place Friday, September 13 from 4pm-10pm and Saturday, September 14 from 2pm-10pm has added a brand-new VIP experience to the event, giving attendees the opportunity to enjoy exclusive tasting rooms from several restaurants in the lifestyle center. This experience will add to the two-day event featuring various wine growers, makers, and vendors as well as craft beer, spirits, and live music.
At select times both Friday, September 13 and Saturday, September 14, the following will host exclusive tastings of wine and food pairings inside their restaurants; Brio Tuscan Grille, Burntwood Tavern, Hyde Park Steakhouse, and Market District. All tastings will be led by the restaurant’s appointed host and space is limited to keep an intimate setting.
Each VIP Experience tasting costs $40 per person in addition to the Crocker Park Wine Festival general admission ticket and can be purchased together at crockerparkwinefestival.com.
Tasting room schedule is as follows:
• Friday, September 13, 4pm-5pm at Brio Tuscan Grille
• Friday, September 13, 5pm-6pm at Burntwood Tavern
• Friday, September 13, 6pm-7pm at Hyde Park Steakhouse
• Saturday, September 14, 1pm-2pm at Brio Tuscan Grille Brunch
• Saturday, September 14, 2pm-3pm at Giant Eagle Market District
Tickets are on sale now for both general admission and 2-day passes. Proceeds from the Crocker Park Wine Festival will be benefitting University Hospital Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital, the leading pediatric facility in Northeast Ohio.
Crocker Park’s Wine Festival is made possible by the following event sponsors; Market District, Goose Island, The Lash Lounge, Cleveland Magazine, Canary Travel, Avalon Waterways, T Mobile, US Bank, Northeast Ohio Parent Magazine, Northeast Ohio Boomer & Beyond Magazine, Hyatt Place, and The Wine Buzz. Tickets are available online at www.crockerparkwinefestival.com.
For more information on the event and all other events at Crocker Park, visit www.crockerpark.com.
Westlake, OH (July 11, 2019): Crocker Park has released details for their annual Wine Festival taking place Friday, September 13 from 4pm-10pm and Saturday, September 14 from 2pm-10pm, with proceeds benefitting University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital. The two-day event will host various wine growers, makers, and vendors as well as craft beer and spirits, live music and a social vibe making it the ideal end of summer event.
“We are thrilled to bring back the wine festival for its ninth year at Crocker Park,” says Stacie Schmidt, Vice President of Marketing for Stark Enterprises. “The wonderful event atmosphere coupled with supporting the great mission of our local partner, UH Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital, is one we are extremely proud of. We invite all to come and enjoy this festival in the beautiful Crocker Park!”
The Wine Festival will be held on Crocker Park’s Main Street with over 150 local, national, and international wine producers to meet, taste and enjoy. Also included in the event, more than 30 select craft beers and spirits, live music, and vendors. Guests can sip and sample on-site while being educated on the various wines straight from the company’s representative as well as enjoy delicious food from local restaurants.
Festival tickets are on sale now through July 31 for $25, August 1 through September 12 for $30 and $35 at the door. Attendees looking to enjoy both days of the festival can purchase weekend passes for $40 through July 31, $50 from August 1 through September 12 and $60 at the door. All tickets include ten tastings and a souvenir wine glass for each day attended. Ticket proceeds from this event will be benefitting University Hospital Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital, the leading pediatric facility in Northeast Ohio.
Crocker Park’s Wine Festival is made possible by the following event sponsors; Market District, Goose Island, The Lash Lounge and Cleveland Magazine. Tickets are available online at www.crockerparkwinefestival.com and at Crocker Park’s Guest Services kiosk. For more information on the event and all other events at Crocker Park, visit www.crockerpark.com.
Westlake, OH: Mark your calendars! The eighth annual Crocker Park Wine Festival is back September 14-15, three months from today. With an expected attendance of over 7,000 people between Friday, September 14, 4pm-10pm and Saturday, September 15 from 2pm-10pm, the festival will be spread out along Main Street in the heart of Crocker Park setting a picturesque atmosphere for the weekend. Crocker Park Wine Festival’s charity this year will be University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital, proceeds from the event will go towards their local mission and efforts.
“Attendees look forward to this event year after year,” said Dan Crandall, Director of Marketing at Crocker Park. “It has become a staple on our event calendar and we work very hard to make sure each year is better than the last.”
Crocker Park’s Wine Festival is presented by Giant Eagle, Celebrity Cruises, House of LaRose, Nate Courtney from State Farm Insurance, and Hyatt Place-Westlake. The festival showcases over 150 wines from local, national and international producers as well as dozens of craft beer and spirits for everyone’s taste and preference. Guests can sip and sample on site while learning about each wine straight from the brand’s representative as well as enjoy delicious food from local restaurants. Throughout the two days several local bands will be providing live music including performances from Funkology and Jump the Gun.
One day tickets are on sale now through July 31 for $25 and increase to $30 August 1- September 13 and $35 when purchased day of the event. Weekend passes will also be available for purchase, and all tickets include ten tastings and a souvenir wine glass each day attended. Additional tastings will be available for $1 and designated driver tickets will also be sold for $10 which includes two non-alcoholic drink tickets.
“We are looking forward to another successful event and are excited to raise funds to support UH Rainbow,” Crandall said. “Their mission to heal, teach and discover in Northeast Ohio’s premier pediatric facility is one we are happy to support.”
Tickets are available online at www.crockerparkwinefestival.com, for more information on how you can be apart of the Crocker Park Wine Festival, please call (330) 256-8704.
Westlake, Ohio (June 4, 2018) – Plans are in place for the eighth annual Crocker Park Wine Festival, a benefit for University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital. Held Friday, September 14 from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. and Saturday, September 15 from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., along South Main Street in the beautiful park-like setting of Crocker Park, the festival is expected to draw over 7,000 people.
Presented by Giant Eagle, the Crocker Park Wine Festival showcases over 150 wines from local, national and international producers as well as dozens of craft beers and spirits. Guests can sip and sample on site and learn about each wine from representatives and volunteers as well as enjoy live music from local bands including Funkology and Jump the Gun and delicious food from local restaurants.
Tickets are $25 when purchased by July 31, $30 from August 1 through September 13 and $35 the day of the event. Weekend passes are also available and all tickets include 10 tastings and a souvenir wine glass each day. Additional tastings are $1 each at the event. Designated driver tickets are available on site for $10 each and include two non-alcoholic drink tickets. Wines, craft beers and spirits sampled at the festival are also available for purchase at your local Giant Eagle stores post festival.
“We look forward to another successful event and raising funds for University Hospital Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital, Northeast Ohio’s premier pediatric facility, and supporting their mission to heal, to teach and to discover. Our continued partnerships with Giant Eagle, Crocker Park and Goose Island as well as our many suppliers, will enable us to cast a wider net in the community and generate funds for our beneficiaries who are working tirelessly to make a difference in so many ways” said Debra Sherman, event producer.
Tickets are available online at www.crockerparkwinefestival.com as well as in person at the Crocker Park Guest Services Kiosk. For more information on how you can be a part of the Crocker Park Wine Festival, please call 330-256-8704.
The annual Crocker Park Wine Festival was back in action this weekend at Westlake’s Crocker Park to benefit health, wellness and military support organizations in Northeast Ohio. Click here to see what we saw.
The Cleveland Metro Area is a great host for your next late summer adventure. The area embodies the classic blue collar mentality of the Midwestern United States, while being vibrant and filled with fun things to do.
Cleveland as a whole is very culturally diverse and that’s reflected in the options for local cuisine. You’ll find any type of food you’re looking for, from neo-Italian to traditional bar food. Crop Bistro is located downtown and features a luxury dining experience. This establishment has been showered with praise for its atmosphere and menu from outlets such as Zagat’s and Scene. Farm-to-table ingredients and a unique setting make this a must visit restaurant. Slyman’s Restaurant is another local favorite. It’s a traditional style deli restaurant with a great selection of sandwiches and entrees. Former President George W. Bush even stopped in for a meal back in 2007.
While the roots of the Cleveland are intertwined with hard work, the attractions here are nothing but fun. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is an attraction you won’t want to miss. The beautiful facility was designed by world famous architect I.M. Pei, and it’s one the most recognizable buildings in the state. Inside, you’ll encounter over 50 exhibits that showcase the largest collection of rock artifacts on the planet. Cedar Point Amusement Park is another great attraction, especially if your vacation is aimed toward fun, adventure, and exhilaration. This park has something for all ages, from special events to thrill rides. In fact, this park carries the nickname “The Roller Coaster Capital of the World.”
The Crocker Park Wine Festival is located just 12 miles east of downtown Cleveland, in the suburb of Westlake. This is one of the top up-and-coming festivals in the state and organizers are expecting at least 5,000 people in attendance. There will be over 200 different wines, 30 different craft beers, and a selection of great food options from the area’s best restaurants featured at the festival. Held at the Crocker Park Shopping Center, the festival gives you the opportunity to explore the many shops and restaurants within the complex. We got the chance to speak to Debra Sherman, representative for the event, to find out all about this unique wine celebration.
RAL: Tell me a little bit about the event.
DS: The Crocker Park Wine Festival is celebrating its 6th year and draws over 5,000 guests annually. One of Northeast Ohio’s fastest growing festivals, it has become one of the staple events each fall. Attendees will have the opportunity to sample more than 200 wines from local, national and international producers. In addition, there will be over 30 craft beers and dozens of spirits. The wine festival is just one of many attractions on the west side of Cleveland and just a few miles away from the Lake Erie shoreline.
RAL: Take me through a day at the event.
DS: Guests will enjoy live music from the top bands in the area including Monica Robins & The Whiskey Kings and Funkology. They also will have the opportunity to visit with more than a dozen local exhibitors representing a variety of businesses. Our beneficiaries will also be onsite educating the public on their causes. Food will be provided by Scott’s Fire & Ice (wood fired pizzas and gelato), Rosewood Grill (sweet & spicy Asian bbq pulled pork sliders, lobster mac & cheese, and strawberry shortcake), and Enso: Bowls and Rolls (sampling sushi onsite). The endless list of shops, restaurants, and service providers adjacent to the festival within Crocker Park offers guests many options to fill their proverbial cups with activities throughout the weekend.
RAL: What can an attendee expect to find for local lodging?
DS: Hyatt Place Cleveland/Westlake Hotel just recently opened its new, state-of-the-art facility at Crocker Park. The hotel boasts a wide variety of amenities, including WiFi, an indoor pool, 24-hour fitness center, around the clock dining, and the Coffee to Cocktail Bar. Hyatt Place currently has a promotion code (G-CPWF) which provides wine festival guests with a special rate. The City of Westlake is also home to many popular hotel chains that are within close proximity to the festival.
We recommend visiting www.crockerpark.com for a complete list of shopping, dining and entertainment opportunities in the area. Westlake is the perfect place to spend the weekend and is just a short drive from many Cleveland area popular attractions including the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Great Lakes Science Center, and the Cleveland Aquarium to name a few.
RAL: What does the event mean to the community?
DS: The Crocker Park Wine Festival signals the beginning of fall and the harvest season for the wine world. With more than 50 wineries onsite, the festival offers an opportunity for guests to mix and mingle while supporting health, wellness, and military support organizations. Our three beneficiaries include the American Heart Association, American Diabetes Association, and NEOPAT, the Northeast Ohio Foundation for Patriotism. Each benefactor plays a role in the festival and guests have the opportunity to learn more about the organizations and how they support the communities they serve.
RAL: Why should people come to your event?
DS: In addition to the wine festival and wide variety of shopping and dining options onsite, you’ll also find a weekly Farmers Market on Saturday morning adjacent to the festival. Patrons will also find many special events in the area that are open to the public. Crocker Park is a great destination that can best be summarized as a place where big city energy meets small town charm. There truly is something for all ages at Crocker Park and we invite you to join us for a few hours, the afternoon, or the weekend and see for yourself all that the area has to offer!
Westlake, Ohio (September 9, 2016) – Plans are in place for the sixth annual Crocker Park Wine Festival, a benefit for health, wellness and military support charities in Northeast Ohio. Held Friday, September 16 from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. and Saturday, September 17 from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., along South Main Street in the beautiful park-like setting of Crocker Park, the festival is expected to draw over 5,500 people.
The Crocker Park Wine Festival showcases over 200 wines from local, national and international producers as well as dozens of craft beers and spirits. Guests can sip and sample on site and learn about each wine from representatives and volunteers as well as have the unique opportunity to visit with Larry O’Brien, master sommelier, with Kendall Jackson Estates who will be on hand Saturday afternoon at the Giant Eagle Westlake booth.
Additionally, festival goers will enjoy live music from local bands including Monica Robins & The Whiskey Kings and Funkology, delicious food from Rosewood Grill and Scott’s Fire & Ice and have the opportunity to visit more than a dozen exhibitors throughout the festival.
Tickets are $22 when purchased before midnight on September 15 and $27 the day of the event and include 10 tastings and a souvenir wine glass. Additional tastings are $1 each at the event. Designated driver tickets are available on site for $10 each and include two non-alcoholic drink tickets. Wines, craft beers and spirits sampled at the festival are also available for purchase at your local Giant Eagle stores post festival.
“We look forward to another successful event and raising funds for health related causes such as diabetes, cancer and heart disease and supporting active and retired military personnel and their families as they provide the ultimate sacrifice in protecting our freedom. Our continued partnerships with Giant Eagle, Crocker Park, Goose Island, Keuka Lake Wine Trail and The WineBuzz Magazine as well as our many suppliers, will enable us to cast a wider net in the community and generate funds for our beneficiaries who are working tirelessly to make a difference in so many ways” said Debra Sherman, president of Connecting For A Cause. This year’s beneficiaries include local area walk teams from the American Diabetes Association and American Heart Association as well as NEOPAT (Northeast Ohio Foundation for Patriotism.)
Tickets are available online at www.crockerparkwinefestival.com as well as in person at 87 West Wine Bar and the Crocker Park Guest Services Kiosk. For more information on how you can be a part of the Crocker Park Wine Festival, please call 330-256-8704.
Connecting For A Cause is a non-profit organization which develops and produces community events to benefit other charitable organizations in Ohio and operates exclusively for charitable and educational purposes within the meaning of Section 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue Code.
Westlake, Ohio (September 9, 2015) – Plans are in place for the fifth annual Crocker Park Wine Festival, a benefit for health, wellness and military support charities in Northeast Ohio. Held Friday, September 18 from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. and Saturday, September 19 from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., along South Main Street in the beautiful park-like setting of Crocker Park, the festival is expected to draw over 4,500 people.
The Crocker Park Wine Festival will showcase over 150 wines from local, national and international producers as well as select craft beers and spirits. Guests will enjoy musical entertainment from local bands including Funkology and Monica Robins & The Whiskey Kings as well as delicious food all weekend long. Additionally, guests can unleash their inner Picasso as they sample fine wines and create a masterpiece with step by step instructions from the team at Wine and Canvas. Classes are held every 45 minutes from 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. daily and guests can take their masterpieces home with them.
Tickets are $22 when purchased before September 18 and $27 at the door and include 10 tastings and a souvenir wine glass. Additional tastings are $1 each at the event. D esignated driver tickets are available on site for $10 each and include two non-alcoholic drink tickets. Wines, craft beers and spirits sampled at the festival are also available for purchase at your local Giant Eagle stores post festival.
“We look forward to another successful event and raising funds for health related causes such as diabetes, cancer and heart disease and supporting active and retired military personnel and their families as they provide the ultimate sacrifice in protecting our freedom. Our continued partnerships with Giant Eagle, Crocker Park, Woodford Reserve, Old Forester, Goose Island, Keuka Lake Wine Trail, Copper Cane, The WineBuzz Magazine and Wine & Canvas, as well as our many suppliers, will enable us to cast a wider net in the community and generate funds for our beneficiaries who are working tirelessly to make a difference in so many ways” said Debra Sherman, president of Connecting For A Cause. This year’s beneficiaries include walk teams from the American Diabetes Association, American Heart Association, NEOPAT (Northeast Ohio Foundation for Patriotism), and pediatric cancer programs at area hospitals.
Tickets are available online at www.crockerparkwinefestival.com. For more information on how you can be a part of the Crocker Park Wine Festival, please call 330-256-8704.
Connecting For A Cause is a non-profit organization which develops and produces community events to benefit other charitable organizations in Ohio and operates exclusively for charitable and educational purposes within the meaning of Section 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue Code.
CROCKER PARK WINE FESTIVAL SET FOR SEPTEMBER 18 & 19
Westlake, Ohio (July 28, 2015) – Plans are in place for the fifth annual Crocker Park Wine Festival, a benefit for health, wellness and military support charities in Northeast Ohio. Held Friday, September 18 from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. and Saturday, September 19 from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., along South Main Street in the beautiful park-like setting of Crocker Park, the festival is expected to draw over 4,500 people.
The Crocker Park Wine Festival will showcase over 150 wines from local, national and international producers as well as select craft beers and spirits. Guests will enjoy musical entertainment from local bands including Funkology and Monica Robins & The Whiskey Kings as well as delicious food all weekend long. Additionally, guests can unleash their inner Picasso as they sample fine wines and create a masterpiece with step by step instructions from the team at Wine and Canvas. Classes are held every 45 minutes from 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. daily and guests can take their masterpieces home with them.
Tickets are $22 when purchased before September 18 and $27 at the door and include 10 tastings and a souvenir wine glass. Additional tastings are $1 each at the event. Designated driver tickets are available on site for $10 each and include two non-alcoholic drink tickets. Wines, craft beers and spirits sampled at the festival are also available for purchase at your local Giant Eagle stores post festival.
“We look forward to another successful event and raising funds for health related causes such as diabetes, cancer and heart disease and supporting active and retired military personnel and their families as they provide the ultimate sacrifice in protecting our freedom. Our continued partnerships with Giant Eagle, Crocker Park, Goose Island, The WineBuzz Magazine and Wine & Canvas, as well as our many suppliers, will enable us to cast a wider net in the community and generate funds for our beneficiaries who are working tirelessly to make a difference in so many ways” said Debra Sherman, president of Connecting For A Cause. This year’s beneficiaries include the American Diabetes Association, NEOPAT (Northeast Ohio Foundation for Patriotism) and pediatric cancer programs at area hospitals.
Tickets are available online at www.crockerparkwinefestival.com. For more information on how you can be a part of the Crocker Park Wine Festival, please call 330-256-8704.
Connecting For A Cause is a non-profit organization which develops and produces community events to benefit other charitable organizations in Ohio and operates exclusively for charitable and educational purposes within the meaning of Section 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue Code.