Downtown Ripon Spring WineWalk

The Downtown Ripon Spring WineWalk is scheduled to take place from 5:30 to 8:30 pm on Friday, April 25, 2025.

The event will feature a selection of wines from around the world. Attendees may sample up to sixteen (16) different wines throughout the evening. Participating businesses include: Adeva Salon, American Alchemy, Back Porch Gatherings, Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate, Chic Tique, Deja Vu Boutique, Diedrich Jewelers, Farrell's Fine Furnishings, Fiddler Creek, GentsRipon, Hart Mercantile, Imagineers, Modernista, Soul Patina, Sweet n Saulty, and Patina Vie. Check back for updates.

Numerous businesses will be open late during the event to provide you with an adequate dose of shopping therapy. Businesses are also open to non WineWalkers. Ticket sales through Eventbrite begin February 1, 2025.

PLEASE DRINK RESPONSIBLY

GOVERNMENT WARNING: (1) According to the Surgeon General, women should not drink alcoholic beverages during pregnancy because of the risk of birth defects. (2) Consumption of alcoholic beverages impairs your ability to drive a car or operate machinery, and may cause health problems.

Check-In:

Tickets may be redeemed beginning at 1:00 pm at Ripon Main Street/Chamber of Commerce office (401 Watson Street) on the day of the event, where participants will receive a badge which is good for up to sixteen (16) wine tastes throughout the evening. No alcohol will be served before 5:30 pm.

Each guest will plan their adventure, proceeding to desired businesses; and may enjoy tasting one ounce of a red and/or white wine. Downtown Ripon shops and restaurants are open to the general public of all ages during this event. This is a Rain-or-Snow-or-Shine event. Proceeds will benefit Ripon's events and and downtown beautification projects.

Come on down and join us...it's going to be an exciting evening! Discover historic downtown Ripon, Wisconsin, and make memories that will last a lifetime.

Rules:

• Attendees must be 21 and over. Please bring ID with you. All attendees will be asked for identification and each attendee must check in individually to receive their wristband.

• Must be present to receive your badge, wristband and souvenir wine glass. Wristband must be worn during the entire event. Badges must be marked by servers.

Tips:

• Avoid waiting in line by picking up your materials starting at 1:00 pm on April 25th.

• Choose your route in advance to avoid getting separated from your group.

• Wear comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing, since you'll be walking outdoors between locations.

• If you make purchases during some of the great sales on the route, ask the business about picking up your purchase when you complete the walk or the next day.

• Be sure to eat lunch during the day to avoid drinking on an empty stomach. Some locations on the route will also have food available to sample or purchase.

• Post photos to Instagram and Facebook using hashtag #riponwi and #ripongood

• Cross the streets at crosswalks.

• Manage your alcohol intake; we reserve right to refuse serving anyone who appears to be intoxicated.

FAQs:

What is the refund policy?

Tickets are non-refundable, but are transferable by updating the name on your ticket in Eventbrite.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Ripon Main Street, Inc., 401 Watson Street, Ripon, United States