As autumn unfolds, some of the most exclusive and inspiring food and wine gatherings are set to take place across the globe, ranging from European getaways in London and Portugal to stateside affairs across the USA.
From gourmet, multi-course dinners in West Palm Beach and Montana-based, live cooking demos by celebrity chefs to luxurious multi-day festivals in the heart of Charleston, these exquisite experiences offer the perfect blend of culinary artistry, fine wine, and unforgettable destinations.
No matter what type of elevated event you’re dreaming of attending this season, here are 10 of the most sophisticated events to add to your social calendar this fall.
Montana Master Chefs at Paws Up Montana in Greenough, Montana (August 29-September 1, 2025)
Set against Montana’s rugged wilderness, Paws Up Montana is hosting Montana Master Chefs, a spectacular three-day gathering of celebrity chefs and vintners. Indulge in extraordinary meals, hands-on cooking demonstrations, and curated wine pairings, all while enjoying luxury ranch accommodations. It’s the perfect marriage of rustic adventure and refined gastronomy, and definitely the type of event you can kick up your heels (or better yet, your cowboy boots) at.
Revelry at Wynn Las Vegas in Las Vegas, Nevada (September 19-27, 2025)
This Fall, Wynn Las Vegas presents Revelry, a glamorous weeklong luxury culinary festival on the Strip featuring guest-chef dinners, master classes, and mixology pop-ups. The event draws some of the world’s most esteemed chefs, vintners, and entertainers for a series of immersive, high-style experiences. Its pinnacle is the Icons Dinner, where Alain Ducasse, Dominique Crenn, Emeril Lagasse, Marcus Samuelsson, Jacques Torres, and Alfred Portale unite for a multi-course tasting that celebrates decades of culinary excellence.
Friends of James Beard Foundation Dinner at Chatham Bars Inn in Cape Cod, Massachusetts (September 20, 2025)
The James Beard Foundation brings its prestige to the award-winning Chatham Bars Inn, a Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star resort perched on the Cape Cod shoreline, for the Friends of James Beard Foundation Dinner. The exclusive evening features acclaimed chefs preparing exquisite dishes that embody the foundation’s dedication to culinary excellence. Combining seaside luxury with gastronomic prestige, this dinner is a must for discerning food lovers.
Galley Wine Dinner Series: Caymus Vineyards at Hilton West Palm Beach in West Palm Beach, Florida (October 9, 2025)
The Galley at Hilton West Palm Beach is proudly partnering with the renowned Caymus Vineyards for an upscale evening under the stars in celebration of the Galley Wine Dinner Series. Enjoy a curated multi-course dinner paired with Caymus’ legendary wines in a tropical-chic setting. Combining coastal glamour with Napa prestige, this spectacular gourmet dinner brings luxury to South Florida’s vibrant culinary scene.
Octant Festival Douro at Octant Douro in Douro Valley, Portugal (October 24-26, 2025)
From October 24–26, Octant Douro hosts Portugal’s first-ever Octant Festival, a celebration of the Douro Valley’s flavors, people, and culture. Curated by Octant Hotels, the weekend brings Michelin-starred Chef Dárcio Henriques together with award-winning guest chefs, artists, and local producers for a dynamic program of dining and entertainment. With sunset concerts, a 4-Hands Dinner, DJ parties, and vineyard-inspired experiences, the festival immerses guests in the soul of this iconic wine region with informal luxury and extraordinary gastronomy.
Autumn Soirée at Hotel San Luis Obispo in San Luis Obispo, California (November 8, 2025)
Held at Hotel SLO, a MICHELIN Guide One Key hotel, the Autumn Soirée celebrates California’s vibrant wine country with style. The evening features Executive Chef Ryan Fancher alongside celebrated Central Coast winemakers and chefs, with tastings paired with live music, art installations, and a wine wall. Blending down-to-Earth Central Coast charm with elevated hospitality, this delightful Fall event captures the essence of California cool.
Golden Vines Awards in Miami, Florida (November 7-9, 2025)
The Golden Vines® brings the world’s most exclusive tribute to fine wine and rare spirits to Miami this November. Over three glamorous days, savor Michelin-starred cuisine by Kyle Connaughton of the three-star SingleThread, taste rare vintages including global premieres from Dom Pérignon, and attend black-tie galas at the historic Alfred I. DuPont Building and the iconic Faena Forum. With intimate masterclasses, caviar and Champagne lunches, private jet excursions to the Bahamas, and a Sotheby’s auction benefitting the Gérard Basset Foundation, The Golden Vines® is a dazzling immersion into the pinnacle of luxury culture.
Highlands Food & Wine Festival in Highlands, North Carolina (November 13-16, 2025)
Celebrating its 10th year, the beloved Highlands Food & Wine Festival infuses the Blue Ridge Mountains with Grammy-winning music, Michelin-star talent, and vibrant mountain charm. This year’s lineup includes performances by The Wallflowers and the Blind Boys of Alabama, alongside acclaimed chefs such as six-time Michelin Star honoree Nico Abello and James Beard Award winners and finalists Sue Zemanick, Jamie Davis, Oscar Johnson, and Oscar Diaz. With signature events like the Grand Tasting and Smoke Signals, plus luxury partners from Veuve Clicquot to Land Rover, the festival has become a stylish Southern tradition worth traveling for.
Four Seasons DC Wine & Dine in Washington, D.C. (November 13-14, 2025)
This season, the Four Seasons Hotel Washington, DC, hosts Chef Michael Mina’s Fourth Annual Wine & Dine at Bourbon Steak, one of the capital’s most exclusive culinary gatherings. The two-night experience opens with an elegant cocktail reception and culminates in a four-course celebrity chef dinner featuring Michael Mina, David Burke, and Food Network star Antonia Lofaso, paired with wines from Laurent-Perrier, Bella Oaks, RdV, Rudd Estate, and Williams Selyem. With its blend of star power, world-class wine, and philanthropic purpose benefiting MedStar Health, Wine & Dine is a dazzling highlight of the fall season for DC’s most discerning palates.
Food & Wine Classic at The Charleston Place in Charleston, South Carolina (November 14–16, 2025)
Last, but certainly not least, this celebrated festival brings culinary icons such as Emeril Lagasse, Sean Brock, and Gail Simmons to one of the South’s most elegant cities. Hosted at The Charleston Place, a historic luxury hotel currently undergoing a $150 million transformation, the event promises world-class dining, wine tastings, and festive seasonal experiences. With Charleston’s charm and hospitality as its backdrop, the Food & Wine Classic is an irresistible fall getaway.
Whether you’re savoring Michelin-starred cuisine at a black-tie gala, raising a glass with iconic winemakers, or indulging in cultural celebrations in refined resorts, these inspiring events invite you to experience the very best of culinary artistry and hospitality. Wherever your travels take you, Fall 2025 promises to be a season defined by unforgettable flavors, refined settings, and the joy of celebrating. To discover more incredible destinations, restaurants, and luxury hotels, visit the Travel section on Inspirations & Celebrations and follow Christina-Lauren Pollack on Instagram.
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