Amsterdam Wine Festival to Offer Tastings of Over 250 Southern Hemisphere Wines in 2026

Wine enthusiasts in the Netherlands are preparing for the return of the Amsterdam Wine Festival, which will take place from March 26 to March 29, 2026. The event will be held at the Kromhouthal, a former industrial hall in Amsterdam that has become a popular venue for large-scale gatherings. Organizers expect thousands of visitors over the four-day festival, which is known as the largest wine event in the country.

The focus of this year’s festival is on wines from the Southern Hemisphere. Attendees will have the opportunity to taste more than 250 different wines from countries such as South Africa, Australia, New Zealand, Argentina, and Chile. The event is designed to celebrate the harvest season in these regions, which occurs during the European spring.

In addition to wine tastings, the festival will feature live music performances and sets by local DJs. Food vendors will offer dishes that pair well with the featured wines, including seafood and other international cuisine. For those interested in learning more about wine, there will be workshops led by sommeliers and industry experts. One of the more playful activities planned is a grape-stomping competition, which has become a tradition at the festival.

Tickets for the event are now available online. Early bird tickets are being sold for €15, which includes an official Amsterdam Wine Festival wine glass. This price is a discount from the regular ticket price of €25. Organizers encourage visitors to purchase tickets early, as previous editions of the festival have sold out.

The festival also includes a social media contest where participants can win a luxury wine experience for two. To enter, attendees must share a specific post on their social media accounts. The prize includes sparkling wine and oysters, a masterclass of choice, dinner at the festival, and a bottle of wine to take home.

The Amsterdam Wine Festival has grown steadily since its first edition and now attracts both locals and international visitors. The Kromhouthal’s industrial setting provides a unique backdrop for tasting sessions and culinary events. Organizers say they aim to create an atmosphere where guests can relax and enjoy world-class wines without leaving Amsterdam.

For more information about tickets or programming, interested parties can contact the organizers directly via email or visit the festival’s website. The event is open to anyone over the legal drinking age and is expected to draw a diverse crowd of wine lovers, foodies, and music fans.