Champaign Wine Walk returns May 30, featuring wines from around the world

Downtown businesses host tastings as community gathers for an afternoon of wine, fun, and local flavor.

Three wine glasses on a marble table with assorted bottles in the background.

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CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) — A celebrated downtown tradition is back! The Champaign Center Partnership invites residents and visitors to the Wine Walk on Saturday, May 30 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m., offering an afternoon of wine tasting, community, and exploring downtown Champaign with friends and family.

Check-in for participants begins at the Inman Hotel/Farren’s, after which guests will journey through 14 downtown businesses hosting wine tastings featuring selections from major wine-producing regions around the world.

Wines are curated by Champaign Center Partnership members Punch! and Big Grove Tavern, with opportunities to purchase favorite bottles for home enjoyment. Tickets are $40 and available now on Eventbrite or on their Facebook page.

“Another wonderful Wine Walk for our community,” said Alisa Hart, Marketing and Communications Manager, highlighting the event as a chance to bring people together while celebrating downtown Champaign’s vibrant business scene.