Food & Drink

Our 8th annual Barbecue in Bemus EggFest welcome's all "EGGheads" old and new! This year, we will be fundraising for the Majengo Children's Home, an organization very dear to our hearts. Majengo is an organization focused on care and empowerment of vulnerable children in Mto Wa Mbu, Tanzania. To learn more about the amazing work of Majengo, please visit https://majengo.org/ Food HOT off the EGG's from our handpicked chefs, goodie bags, live music…

June 27 – September 5All Shows: 6PM – 10PMLocation: Gazebo Grill Main Stage Enjoy summer nights at our Gazebo Grill Main Stage with great food & beer specials, lawn games, s’mores, fire pits, and live music! Don’t forget, we’re dog friendly! Live Music Lineup: June 27 – Two For FlinchingJuly 4 – The Swamp YankeesJuly 11 – Ion SkyJuly 18 – The HighLifeJuly 24 – Cheeseburgers in…

As August brings us the absolute best of summer, join us for an unforgettable culinary experience high above the vineyards. Our Dinner on the Ridge invites you to an exclusive, multi-course dinner hosted right here at the Estate, featuring breathtaking, panoramic sunset views over Lake Erie. With seating strictly limited to just 45 guests, this intimate evening is a true celebration of the season’s peak flavors, paired beautifully with our…

Vintage Rumble 2026 – Day 2The nostalgia rolls on! Day 2 of Vintage Rumble 2026 brings the full thunder of vintage racing history back to the clay, paired with a big night of weekly racing action and classic American car culture. Settle in for a Saturday packed with racing, music, and memories at Stateline Speedway! Vintage Racing – FEATURE EVENTS ONLY Saturday is all about the main events for the stars of the Vintage Rumble. Watch…

Come for the food. Stay for everything else. The Chautauqua Food Festival returns in 2026 for a two-week celebration of flavor, ideas, performance and gathering — where celebrity chefs, special tastings and communal meals meet. Celebrity chefs and special culinary events Two distinctive weeks of programming Food paired with concerts, lectures and culture Lodging and packages available A beautiful lakeside setting LEARN MORE

Join us at 10:30 am on Saturday and Sunday mornings for a small-group guided tour behind the scenes of the Johnson Estate Gardens and Vineyards. This 45-minute walk leads you through our historic estate as you explore the grape varieties we grow and discover how the Lake Erie Region’s climate and unique geology help us craft so many award-winning wines. After your tour, you’ll be welcomed to FLIGHT, our outdoor tasting venue, for…

Sunset Bay Beach Club hosts Boots in the Sand Line Dance Night every Monday starting June 29.

The Lake Erie Shore offers a unique harmony of geography and weather that defines our ‘terroir.’ Our estate benefits from a Germanic microclimate that mirrors Europe’s most celebrated cool-climate regions, granting us the rare ability to cultivate premium European varieties like Pinot Noir, Riesling, and Chardonnay. Join Owners Fred and Jennifer Johnson and Winemaker Jeff Murphy for an in-depth, 2.5-hour walking tour through the…

Sip, swirl, and savor.  Visit Bestor Plaza at Chautauqua Institution for a chance to taste new wines, artisanal spirits and curated bites at the Premium Craft Beverage Tasting Event. Presented in partnership with Bag and String Wine Merchants, and Laika Spirits, this experience highlights a curated collection of flavors and spirits from around the world. Perfect for seasoned enthusiasts and curious newcomers alike, this is your invitation to…