Walking along shaded trails, a glass of the area’s best wine in your hand, you stop to sample the tastes of local eateries. You continue to stroll through the woods on a flawless spring day, pausing occasionally to check out the numerous artisans and crafters. Then, of course, you circle back for another glass or two (or more!) of exclusive Maryland wine.

Sound like the perfect afternoon? Experience it all at the 20^th annual Wine in the Woods, a two-day celebration of local wine, food, arts and entertainment at Symphony Woods in Columbia.

More than 30 Maryland wineries, vineyards, and wine cellars, including Boordy, Cygnus, Berrywine Plantations/Linganore Winecellars, and Sugarloaf Mountain, set up booths to share their variety of products, from reds and whites to blushes and dessert/sweet wines, meads and more. Sample as many as you can in your free souvenir wine glass, available with each wine-taster ticket.

As you indulge in the finest wines the state has to offer, more than 30 food vendors are set up to take care of your hunger pangs. Sample a wide range of appetizers, entrees, or desserts from the newest eateries or longstanding local establishments, or pick out your favorite and make it a meal. If you prefer to bring food from home, pack a blanket and join thousands of others for a picnic under the canopy of trees.

When you’ve had your fill of drink and eats, roam among the more than 65 arts and crafts tents displaying their jewelry, paintings, photography, and much more. If you haven’t had enough of the wine, though, join the experts throughout the day for free seminars on wine-making, tastings, and more.

The Entertainment

And while you’re picnicking, the music will entertain you. Starting at 11 a.m. and continuing throughout the afternoon, bands will play on two stages. From Rock and Reggae to Jazz and Soul, we’re sure you’ll enjoy a rockin’ good time. And special this year, if you come on Saturday, enjoy an evening concert at the Merriweather Post Pavilion. It is free with your Saturday ticket. All of this and more awaits YOU…in the woods!

Date: Saturday, May 19

Time: 11 AM – 6 PM (Rain or Shine)

Admission*: Wine Tasters: $40 at the gate / $35 in advance.

Non-Tasters: $25

*The Saturday ticket includes lawn admission to an

evening concert at Merriweather Post Pavilion.

Date: Sunday, May 20

Time: 11 AM – 5 PM (Rain or Shine)

Admission: Wine Tasters: $35 at the gate / $30 in advance.

Non-Tasters: $20

Place: Symphony Woods, Columbia, MD

ID required for 21 and up

Go to www.wineinthewoods.com for additional details.

For additional information call: (410) 313-4700 (TTY: 410-313-4665)

Presented by: HOWARD COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF RECREATION & PARKS