You Don’t Need a Ticket to Enjoy Saturday’s Wine Walk






Downtown Geneseo will be busy Saturday during the inaugural Geneseo Wine Walk — but organizers say the event is designed to be more than just a tasting experience for ticket holders.

While Wine Walk tickets include wine samples at participating stops throughout downtown, many businesses, restaurants, pop-ups, and entertainment options will still be open and available to the public throughout the event.

In other words: you can still come downtown, shop, eat, listen to music, and enjoy the atmosphere even without participating in the official wine tasting portion.

The event features more than 15 stops spread throughout downtown Geneseo, with participating businesses including retailers, restaurants, boutiques, florists, artists, and specialty shops.

Visitors can also expect:

  • Live music throughout downtown from 3–6 p.m.

  • Lacy’s Ditch performing at Central Bank Pavilion from 6–8 p.m.

  • Pop-up vendors and makers at multiple locations

  • Downtown restaurants and bars open during the event

  • Extended foot traffic and evening activity throughout State Street

Several businesses will also feature additional vendors or specialty experiences during the event.

At Gaslight Grocer, visitors can find pop-ups from North Street Treats, Leaf Livestock, NOSH, and Dragonfly Flower Farms..

Reap & Sow will feature pop-ups from Taylor & Co Flowers, Mary Kay, A Spotted Apron, and The Well Studio.

Even businesses not serving wine are expected to benefit from the increased downtown activity, creating a broader “sip, shop, and explore” atmosphere throughout the evening.

According to event materials, State Street will be closed for portions of the event to create a more walkable downtown experience.

Participating locations include businesses such as:

  • Geneseo Brewing Co

  • Pegasus Fine Gifts

  • Katsch Boutique

  • Urban Farmhouse

  • The Ugly Duckling

  • Designs on the Boulevard

  • Four Seasons

  • Anthology for Books

  • Village Florist

  • The Cellar

  • Geneseo Art League

  • Chicago Street Decorating on State

  • Barney’s Korner Grill

  • Raelyn’s Pub & Eatery

  • Leaman’s Bar & Grill

  • Habanero’s Mexican Grill

  • Sugar Maple Golf Course

  • Stumphy’s Restaurant & Bar

The Chamber information booth and ticket check-in will be located near First Street.

For residents who may not drink alcohol — or simply don’t want to purchase a tasting ticket — organizers say the event can still serve as a chance to experience downtown Geneseo, browse local businesses, enjoy live music, and support the community atmosphere surrounding the inaugural event.