Harvest Wine Festival scheduled for Labor Day weekend

EL PASO, Texas ( KTSM) — Wine lovers get ready. The 2024 Harvest Wine & Music Festival is right around the corner.

The wine festival will be held from noon to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 31 and Sunday and Monday, Sept. 1 and 2 at the Southern New Mexico Fairgrounds in Las Cruces, at 12125 Robert Larson Blvd.

The festival is organized by the New Mexico Wine & Grape Growers Association and is designed to showcase New Mexico’s top vineyards.

This year, the Harvest Festival will feature 19 winery brands from 13 vineyards from across the state.

New this year, there will be two music tents, offering shade for spectators and a lineup of 12 bands, according to organizers.

Live music will include a diverse range of genres, including country rock, funk, Latin blues and gypsy jazz.

All purchased tickets include unlimited tastings, a Viva Vino wine glass and $5 off any bottle purchase.

Any-day tickets are $30 in advance and $35 beginning Aug. 31. Tickets for Monday, Sept. 2 are $25.

Discounted tickets are available for designated drivers, military and first responders.

A VIP upgrade is available for $25 but is limited to the first 400. The Reserve VIP Experience includes access to a VIP area with live music, additional shade, charcuterie, executive private restrooms, and special wine tastings from eight wineries, according to organizers.

Tickets can be purchased by clicking here .

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