Former wine walk adds breweries, restaurants, and entertainment
Salina Downtown Inc. has announced "Sip & Stroll Salina: Wine, Brews & Bites on the Bricks" will take place Saturday, October 18th, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM in downtown Salina.
The event replaces the former SaWINEa Wine Walk and expands beyond wine to include local craft breweries, restaurant appetizers, vendor booths, and live music. The organization stated the changes reflect an effort to broaden the event's appeal.
Participating Businesses
Wine selections will be available from Shiloh Vineyard, Smoky Hill Winery, and The Cellar. Beer tastings will include offerings from Blue Skye Brewery, Fly Boy Brewery, The Farm & The Odd Fellows, and selections at The Garage.
Food will be provided by Blue Skye Brewery, Barolo Grille, Martinelli's Little Italy, and Yaya's Euro Bistro.
Ticket Options and Pricing
Tickets go on sale Tuesday, September 3rd at 9:00 AM with two pricing tiers available. General admission tickets cost $65 and include a commemorative rocks-style glass, access to all tasting stops, drinks at The Cellar and The Garage, and appetizers from the four participating restaurants.
For $75, attendees can purchase a VIP upgrade that includes all general admission benefits plus access to The Garage's car museum. While beer sampling at The Garage is available to all ticket holders, museum access requires the upgraded ticket.
Event Details and Community Impact
The event will utilize downtown Salina's revitalized streets and aims to attract both residents and visitors. Organizers stated the format is designed to appeal to wine enthusiasts, craft beer fans, and supporters of local businesses.
The October event represents Salina Downtown Inc.'s strategy to promote downtown business activity through community events featuring local vendors and entertainment.
