The second annual Corks, Kegs & ’Que festival takes over Thorson’s Arena in Morgan Hill on May 30th, where two sprawling covered arenas will transform into a lively country festival packed with wine, beer, whiskey tastings, mouthwatering BBQ, live music on multiple stages, a cigar lounge featuring hand-rolled cigars, and a vibrant marketplace of local makers.

If you joined us last year, get ready — this year’s event is even bigger and better! Here are just a few of the exciting additions we’ve made:

• Three BBQ dinner caterers — included with admission
• More snack vendors to keep you fueled throughout the evening
• The VIP Arena Club, an exclusive space just for VIP guests
• Two music stages featuring five rotating musicians
• A live cigar roller for a premium lounge experience
• An expanded marketplace featuring even more unique vendors
• The Downtown Morgan Hill Improvement District (DMHID) will host—and be the beneficiary of a live and silent auction, with Mayor Mark Turner serving as live auctioneer and an exciting lineup of highly desirable items.

VIP TICKETS | $150 (presale)
Event time: 4-10pm | All alcohol tastings end at 9pm.

VIPs will enter at 4pm (one hour earlier than GA guests) and will head to the VIP Corral Club - an exclusive, enclosed seating area offering comfort and elevated perks. VIP guests will enjoy a panelist talk prior to the grand tasting, a beautifully curated charcuterie grazing table, Sangria stations, popcorn and wine-infused donut holes. Guests will also have access to a dedicated VIP restroom to ensure added convenience.

Experience includes:

• One-hour early access
• Souvenir silicon tumbler
• One food ticket for a full BBQ feast (serving 5-7:30pm)
• All night access to the Corral Club
• Charcuterie grazing table*
• Sangria*
• Boozy Que Byte (Bourbon infused donuts)*
• Fresh popcorn*
• Exclusive panel discussion with a winemaker, brewmaster, distiller
• Unlimited tastings 5-9pm (please drink responsibly)
• Access to all live music and entertainment thoughout the evening**
  
  *available until gone
  **Tarrot readings and custom rolled cigars sold separately.

VIP PANEL
Moderator: Alejandro Blanco, Supergroovy Travels
Winemaker: Jonathan Houston, Sarah's Vineyard
Brewmaster: TBD
Distiller: Virag Saksena, 10th Street Distillery
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GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS | $100 (presale)
Event time: 5-10pm | All alcohol tastings end at 9pm.

Included in price:

• Souvenir silicon glass
• One food ticket for a full BBQ feast (serving 5-7:30pm)
• Unlimited tastings 5-9pm (please drink responsibly)
• All live action*
  
  *Tarrot readings and custom rolled cigars sold separately.
  
  Arenas ground is packed dirt, wear closed toe shoes.

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DESIGNATED DRIVER TICKETS | $100 (presale)
Event time: 5-10pm | All alcohol tastings end at 9pm.

Included in price:

• One food ticket for a full BBQ feast (serving 5-7:30pm)
• One soda ticket
• Access to all live music and entertainment thoughout the evening*
  
  *Tarrot readings and custom rolled cigars sold separately.
  
  Arena ground is packed dirt, wear closed toe shoes.* BBQ served 5-7:30pm
  

RESERVE A TABLE IN ONE OF THE ARENAS:
Tables are first come first served. If you want to secure a table under your name for your group of family/friends, be sure to reserve a table.
Table for 6: $25

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Dinner will be served from 5-7:30pm. Savor the smokey flavors of a BBQ dinner (included with each ticket) with choices like smoked tri tip sandos, brisket, ribs, chicken, and smoked turkey legs. Each plate comes loaded with sides like baked beans, slaw, mashed potatoes, salad or homemade pickles.

West Coast cigar roller Antonio Cortada will be inside Mike’s Trucks cigar lounge crafting custom cigars to order, while Morgan Hill Cigar Co. provides expert guidance and a retail selection of their most popular cigars available for purchase.

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PARTICIPATING WINERIES - Updated Weekly
1.5 oz tasting pours until 9pm
Full glass tickets sold separately.

Calerrain Wine
Cordevalle Winery
Cinnabar Winery
Fortino Winery
Guglielmo Winery
J Winston Winery
L&M Winery
Lightpost Winery
Lion Ranch Vineyards & Winery
Sarah’s Vineyard
Satori Cellars
Solis Winery

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BREWERIES - Updated Weekly

1 1/2 oz tasting pours until 9pm
Full 12 oz glass tickets sold separately for beer

Fruition Brewing
Kelly's Brewing
Oaken Moon Brewing
Promised Land & Beer
Settledown Beer

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DISTILLERIES - Updated Weekly
1/4 oz tasting pours until 9pm

10th Street Distillery
Fogs End Distillery
Gold Bar Whiskey
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DINNER CATERERS
Cochi's Kitchen
Roys BBQ
Uncle Papa's BBQ

Serving up ~ Smoked Tri Tip Sandos, Brisket, Ribs, Chicken, Smoked Turkey Legs

Dishing up sides like ~ Baked beans, Slaw. Mashed potatoes, Salad, Homemade Pickles and MORE!

Craving more?
Snack vendors will be onsite serving up delicious bites available for purchase — perfect for keeping you fueled and satisfied all night long.
Churros El Wero
Flour Girl Bread Co
Happy Place Baking
La Papa Potatoes
Sweet Tooth Treats
TAAZA Coffee and Tea
The Almond Affair
The Squeeze Co

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MARKETPLACE VENDORS - Updated weekly

Bella Adornia
Bonded Permanent Jewelry
Charming Chingdom
Dream Wolf Creations
Elicit Crafts
Facing West
Ganado Feed
Harji Naturals
Jett and Shannon Boutique
Mango Blossom Apiary
Paint Pony Club
Pampered Chef
Peaceful Clay
Raices Y Cultura Mexicana
Rogue Stitchez
Rustic Rebel Boutique
Saini Succulent Studio
Salted Tinsel
Sawdust and Stripes
Signs and Designs By Chandra
Southwest Cactus Bloom
To Good Days
WHIF Clothing Boutique
Wild Buck Hats & Branding
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The arena is a dirt arena, please wear closed shoes or your favorite cowboy boots.

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MUSIC

Brooke & Emil: https://brookeandemil.com
Aaron Avila: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dl-5QAWDMXU
Ripatti & Rose: https://www.ripattiroseband.com
Southbound 101: https://www.southbound101.com/
Bootleg Band: https://www.bootlegmusic.net/
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SPONSORSHIP

We have different tier levels for business sponsorships for our event and accept charitable contributions. If you're interested in the details, please email santaclarawines@gmail.com.

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PARTICIPATING SPONSORS - Updated weekly
10th Street Distillery
Fogs End Distillery
Gold Bar Whiskey
Lime Site Services
Mike’s Truck Outfitters Silicon Valley
Morgan Hill Mushroom Festival
Raising Cane's
Renewal by Anderson
Trader Joe's
Véra
Winchester Western Wear

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HOTEL STAYS
Head to the website to get local hotel rates: https://www.c-k-q.com/

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Corks, Kegs & 'Que proceeds will benefit the Wineries of Santa Clara Valley's non-profit association. Our mission is to raise funds to provide scholarships and grants to graduating high school seniors planning to major in Viticultural or Enology. Proceeds are also used for operations and marketing the Santa Clara Valley AVA and our wineries.

Proceeds from the auction directly support Downtown Morgan Hill Improvement Districts (DMHID) mission to make Downtown Morgan Hill cleaner, safer, more vibrant, and more welcoming for residents, visitors, and businesses. Downtown commercial property owners fund the Morgan Hill Property and Business Improvement District (MHPBID) through an annual assessment, which powers Clean & Safe programs, capital improvements, art installations, marketing, special events, and district management.

By contributing an auction item, you are investing in the heart of our community—helping fund free community events, downtown beautification projects, and DMHID’s 2026 Capital Campaign to build a timeless Gateway Arch for Morgan Hill. This iconic entry feature will celebrate our city’s identity, create a strong sense of place, and serve as a lasting symbol of community pride.

Your support through the auction truly benefits all and helps build a brighter future for Downtown Morgan Hill.

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:: READ BEFORE PURCHASING TICKETS ::

ALL SALES ARE FINAL . THERE ARE NO REFUNDS UNLESS EVENT IS CANCELLED IN WHICH YOUR CREDIT CARD WILL BE REFUNDED DIRECTLY.

By purchasing your ticket(s) you agree to:

Attend the Corks, Kegs & 'Que event at Thorson's Arena at your own risk and hold harmless Wineries of Santa Clara Valley and Thorson's Arena and its employees, contractors, Board, Directors and volunteers for any part of your attendance or participation. You also agree to be included in photographs or video to be used in further public promotion.

I understand that cigar smoking is only allowed in the designated cigar lounge.

I agree to not bring in outside food or drinks.

I'm aware alcohol will stop being poured at 9pm, agree to finish all alcohol by 10pm and begin leaving the premises by 10pm.

As an attendee, we will occasionally send you emails about upcoming events - including some emails from our winery members. You will have the choice to unsubscribe in each instance if you decide you no longer want to be on our email lists. I agree to be included in our email lists.

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FAQs

Do I have to buy online? To guarantee admittance, we suggest purchasing now. We will have limited tickets at the door IF we haven’t reached capacity.

Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event? Yes, you must be 21 or over. You may be asked to provide proof of age. Due to our ABC license, no children are allowed.

Do I need to show proof of purchase to enter? Yes. We will be scanning QR codes from your phone or paper receipt.

Can I bring my own food or drinks? Sorry, no.

Is there a vegetarian option? Unfortunately, not with dinner. You will have the option to have the caterer provide you with all sides and no meat.

Can I bring my pet? Sorry, no - unless it's a service animal.

What are my parking / transport options? Parking is available on the arena property.

Is the event rain or shine? Yes.

Can I talk to someone live? Yes. Call us at 1-877-345-WSCV

The wineries in Santa Clara Valley are located in the oldest wine production region in the entire state of California and truly a hidden gem. We have a handful of wineries that have survived over a century and some still producing using old world techniques. The Santa Clara Valley AVA boasts 50 wine grape varietals and hundreds of award-winning wines.

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