The In Good Taste Denver team feels so fortunate to live in a state that has such a great wine scene. And, we’re honored to partner with Blanchard Family Wines who is the host of the 2026 Colorado Wine Walk series, celebrating Colorado’s wines (and more). We’ve put together an easy guide to the essentials you need to know so you can plan to attend any and all of this year’s events. Don’t forget to use our exclusive discount promo code, generously provided by Blanchard Family Wines and the Colorado Wine Walk. BONUS: Listen our podcast conversation with James Blanchard, the man behind the events.
Know Before You Go: Colorado Wine Walk – With Discount Code
WHAT IS THE COLORADO WINE WALK?
It’s a series of three annual events, actually, that all fall under the heading of “Colorado Wine Walk.” Hosted by Blanchard Family Wines, two of the events are devoted to Colorado’s wines. One of the events is all that but also expands to include Colorado beers and spirits.
Each event offers attendees the opportunity to taste, discover, and meet the people behind them (the growers, makers and purveyors).
In addition to the tastings, there’s food, live music and opportunities to learn.
The event is for ages 21+ only.
WHEN DO THE COLORADO WINE WALK EVENTS HAPPEN?
April 26, 2026 – Colorado Wine Walk
July 12, 2026 – Colorado Craft Walk
September 12, 2026 – Colorado Wine Walk
WHERE DOES IT ALL HAPPEN?
All three events happen in the Alley of the Dairy Block at 1800 Wazee Street in Downtown Denver. There are many perks to that location including:
- It’s in a really cool place being in the Dairy Block but, specifically, the Dairy Block Alley is artsy, fun and partially covered.
- There’s easy access to restrooms and everything that the Dairy Block has to offer including shopping, food stall-style restaurants and more.
- It’s a short walk from Denver Union Station, making it easy to take the RTD Light Rail down.
WHAT HAPPENS THERE?
At all three Colorado Wine Walk events, attendees get to sip unlimited samples while also meeting the people behind the drinks – growers, makers and sellers. Here’s a brief breakdown of what you can expect, by date:
April 26 Colorado Wine Walk
- Two tasting sessions (11am-2pm and 3-6pm) with either a General Admission or the VIP level which offers loads of perks.
- Commemorative wine glass to use throughout the event (and take home) plus a booklet for noting which wineries you sampled from and which wines you loved.
- All wines will be available for purchase at Blanchard Family Wines, right there in the Dairy Block. They’ll be packaged up in a canvas wine tote to take with you.
- Food available on the Blanchard Family Wines patio, provided by Chef Dana Rodriguez of Carne and Work & Class.
- Live music at both tasting sessions.
- Wine Tasting Etiquette Seminar which not only educates but takes some of the intimidation out of tastings, helping you know what’s okay to do (and not), what to expect and how to get the most out of a tasting experience. This is a separately-ticketed event for GA levels.
July 12 Colorado Craft Walk
- Unlimited samples from Colorado’s best wineries, breweries and distilleries.
- One tasting session with early access for VIP level which offers loads of other perks.
- Commemorative tasting glass plus a booklet for noting which purveyors you sampled from and which ones you loved.
- Full-sized bottles and cans available for purchase
- Live music
- Food available on the Blanchard Family Wines patio
September 12 Colorado Wine Walk
- Unlimited samples from Colorado’s best wineries
- One tasting session with early access for VIP level which offers loads of other perks.
- Commemorative wine glass to use throughout the event plus a booklet for noting which wineries you sampled from and which wines you loved.
- All wines will be available for purchase at Blanchard Family Wines, right there in the Dairy Block. They’ll be packaged up in a canvas wine tote to take with you.
- Live music at both tasting sessions.
- Food available on the Blanchard Family Wines patio
See below for what General Admission and VIP ticket levels get you (and don’t forget to apply our discount code to either one).
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO ATTEND THE COLORADO WINE WALKS?
April 26 Colorado Wine Walk tickets:
Early Session General Admission – $60 + $1.50 ticket service fee
Runs 11am-2pm and includes unlimited samples; a commemorative glass; and canvas wine tote if you purchase any wine.
Early Session VIP – $110 + $2.75 ticket service fee
All the perks of General Admission plus access to a VIP lounge; the wine seminar; fast VIP entry; a food voucher from the chef-driven menu and 10% off wine purchases.
Afternoon Session GA – $60 + $1.50 ticket service fee
Runs 3-6pm and includes unlimited samples; a commemorative glass; and canvas wine tote if you purchase any wine.
Afternoon Session VIP – $110 + $2.75 ticket service fee
All the perks of General Admission plus access to a VIP lounge; the wine seminar; fast VIP entry; a food voucher from the chef-driven menu; and 10% off wine purchases.
Seminar – Wine Tasting Etiquette – 2-3pm, $15 + $0.38 ticket service fee
Learn the ins and outs of attending a wine tasting including how to understand what’s going on, taking the intimidation factor out of it.
**Use code IGTD10 at checkout for $10 off tickets**
July 12 Colorado Craft Walk tickets:
General Admission – $55 + $1.38 ticket service fee
Runs 12-3pm and includes unlimited samples from Colorado’s top wine, beer and spirits brands; a commemorative tasting glass; the opportunity to buy full-sized bottles and cans; conversations with the people behind the craft.
VIP Admission – $100 + $2.50 ticket service fee
Runs 11am-3pm and includes one hour of early access, unlimited samples, a commemorative glass, VIP lounge access and a food voucher form the chef driven menu.
**Use code IGTD10 at checkout for $10 off tickets**
September 12 Colorado Wine Walk tickets:
General Admission – $60 + $1.50 ticket service fee
Runs 7-10pm with unlimited samples of Colorado wines; a commemorative glass; and canvas wine tote with purchase.
VIP Admission – $110 + $2.75 ticket service fee
Runs 6pm-10pm with one hour of early access; fast VIP entry; the wine seminar; access to the VIP lounge inside Blanchard Family Wines; food voucher from the chef driven menu; and 10% of wine purchases.
Wine Seminar – TBD
**Use code IGTD10 at checkout for $10 off tickets**
HOW CAN I LEARN MORE?
Visit the website, visit social media on Instagram @cowinewalk and on Facebook. And stay tuned for our podcast with James Blanchard of Blanchard Family Wines for insight into Colorado’s wine scene and insider tips for enjoying all of the Colorado Wine Walk events.
-By Courtney Drake-McDonough, Publisher & Managing Editor, In Good Taste Denver
Please note, this article is sponsored by Blanchard Family Wines and the Colorado Wine Walk events. To learn how you can partner with us, click on the link below.
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