Tickets
Tickets go on sale to all on Tuesday, March 17.
Event Ticket
Cost: $60
Member cost: $50
VIP Ticket
Cost: $75
Member cost: $65
Event tickets include admission to the Spring Wine Tasting from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Each ticket includes 25 tastings, a commemorative tasting glass, and the opportunity to order wine by the case at a 10% discount.
VIP tickets include early entry from noon to 1:00 p.m., one hour before the event opens to regular ticket holders. Each VIP ticket includes a special welcome beverage and all the benefits of a general event ticket.
Designated driver tickets are not available for this event. Nondrinking attendees should purchase Arboretum general admission for Saturday, May 9.
Vendors and Map
Wines and vendors will be available closer to the event date.
Food Options
Concessions will be available to purchase in Arbor Court and on Tram Road during the event.
Sourdough bread, baked goods, cheeses, and other artisanal products will be available to purchase from vendors.
Food and beverages are also available at the Ginkgo Restaurant and the Ginkgo Café, both located in the Visitor Center. The Ginkgo Restaurant is open from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. From 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., the Ginkgo Café offers prepackaged salads and sandwiches, bakery items, espresso beverages, hot tea, and drip coffee.
Order Wine
Once you’ve sampled and chosen your favorite wines, place an online order with Binny’s Beverage Depot using the QR code. Then visit your local Binny’s location at a later date to pick up your order.
Orders must be placed by the case and include a 10% discount.
Home delivery is available for an additional fee.
Accessibility
The Spring Wine Tasting event takes place in the Arbor Court and Meadow Lake Trail areas. Paved walkways throughout this area are accessible to wheelchairs and walkers. The tasting tables will be stationed on the pavement, or on the grass within ten feet of the path.
Visit Accessibility at The Morton Arboretum for more detailed information.
Frequently Asked Questions
Accordion List
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Yes, all regular and VIP ticket holders receive a souvenir wine glass.
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Yes, this event will feature live music.
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Concessions will be available to purchase in Arbor Court for the duration of the event; attendees may purchase additional food and beverages from the Ginkgo Restaurant and Café until the Visitor Center closes at 6:00 p.m. Artisan breads, cheeses, and baked goods will be available from specialty vendors.
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No, designated driver tickets are not available for this event. Nondrinking attendees should purchase Arboretum general admission for Saturday, May 9.
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No, there will be no additional samples available for purchase.
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Five artisan vendors will sell handcrafted goods and food products. Fine art vendors will not be present at this event.
Learn more about the Wine and Art Walk, a juried art event on Saturday, August 15, and Sunday, August 16, 2026.
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Yes, visitors may stay on-site after the event ends at 3:00 p.m. The Arboretum closes to guests at sunset.
