Beer, wine, margarita festivals make a toast to life
Every year, more people are attracted to festivals gathering under the same roof local breweries, wineries from the Hill Country, the U.S. and foreign wine makers as well as tequilas, all of them making their way into local markets. These events bring plenty of opportunities to make a toast to life, have a little fun and enjoy yourself.
The 10th Annual Brewmasters Craft Beer Festival kicks off Friday, Aug. 30, at 7 p.m. and goes through Sunday, Sept. 1, at Moody Gardens Hotel, Spa, and Convention Center, at 1 Hope Blvd., Galveston. This Gulf Coast beer festival draws enthusiasts for sun, fun, and samplings of more than 400 regional and international craft beers. ww.brewmastersbeerfest.com and 281415-0673.
The Wine & Jazz Fest Houston 2019 will be held on Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 7-8, starting at noon at Midtown Park, 2811
Travis St. Sample wines from great wineries, while live music keeps the party lively. www.martinibluhouston.com/jazzfest/.
The 2019 Trap Wine Fest HTX will offer 20 different wines to sip, along with Houston top DJs playing music hits, on Saturday, Sept. 21, from 3-10 p.m., at Jones Plaza, 600 Louisiana St. www.eventbrite.com or trapwinefest@gmail.com.
Oktoberfest will be held Friday and Saturday, Sept. 27-28, at The Water Works at Buffalo Bayou, at 105 Sabine St. Put on your lederhosen and dirndls and enjoy a variety of German and craft beers with great polka music. www.oktoberfesthouston.com.
The Houston Margarita Festival will be held on Saturday, Oct. 5, from noon to 10 p.m. at The Water Works in Buffalo Bayou Park, at 105 Sabine St. There will be margaritas, music, and salsa dancing. www.houstonmargaritafest.com.
Zest in the West will be held Wednesday, Oct. 16. from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., at Chateau Crystale, 2517 S. Gessner Road at Westheimer. Celebrate your zest for life with world class wines and culinary treasures. www.zestinthewest.com.
Visit the Katy Wine Fest on Friday, Oct. 18, from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m., at Gallery Furniture, 7227 W. Grand Parkway South, Richmond. Highlighting more than 40 wines from around the globe, guests will sample rare finds and unique vintages. www.katywinefest.com.
The Sugar Land Wine & Food Affair will take place on Thursday through Sunday, Oct. 24-27. Eat, drink, savor and stroll at this all-you-can-indulge experience. https://sugarlandwineandfoodaffair.com or info@sugarlandwineandfoodaffair.com.
The 14thAnnual International Risotto Festival will be held Sunday, Nov. 10, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., at the Houston Design Center, at 7026 Old Katy Road. Fans of food and wine are invited to an afternoon of fun and festivities. https://www.risottofestival.com.
Vinyl & Wine will be held weekly on Wednesdays through Dec. 25, from 7-10 p.m. at MKT Bar, 1001 Austin St. Enjoy specials on beer and wine while experiencing different guest DJs and musical styles each week. www.visithouston.com, 832360-2222.