Wine enthusiasts and discriminating palates alike – from all over Iowa and beyond – have enjoyed this premier wine event. Good wine, good food and good friends, as well as the ambience of classical and jazz music, make this a very popular and enjoyable experience.

More than two hundred domestic and imported wines are expected to be available for sampling during our celebration, including some unique and lesser known wines from our very own vineyards in Iowa. Reds, whites, blushes, dessert and sparkling wines will be well-represented. Wines from the vineyards of California, Washington, Italy, France, Australia, and Spain are also among those expected to be poured. Also available for sampling is a variety of Midwestern cheeses, plus breads and fruits to cleanse the palate.

Limited edition collectible “Wine & Tulips” posters signed by internationally acclaimed Cedar Falls artist Gary Kelley will be on sale at the event. One lucky individual will also walk away with Kelley's original artwork for this year’s poster in our “Wine & Tulips” auction. The silent auction is held in conjunction with the event and will offer a wide variety of gift and art items including special wines, wine accessories, and a whole lot more.

Attendance at the event is limited to 800 guests and tickets are available in advance for $35 per person. Tickets are available for purchase by phone at 800-861-8000 and online at www.iowapublicradio.org. Tickets purchased at the event are $45 per person. The ticket price includes an etched souvenir wine glass and a detailed wine guide.

Patron support levels for “An Evening in Celebration of Wine & Tulips” are also available for $150 per couple ($75 for single) and include early admission to the event for a "meet the distributors" sneak preview party, plus special patron door prizes. Call to purchase tickets at a patron level.