Name: Very Merry Vino in the Village
Start: 2025-12-05T17:00:00-06:00
Location: Historic East Village

Back and merrier than ever!
Join us for a festive evening in the East Village as Vino in the Village returns, this time with a holiday twist! Starting at 5:00 PM, guests are invited to stop at any participating location to pickup a guide, then stroll through the beautifully lit streets of the East Village.
Sip and shop your way through participating boutiques and businesses, each offering a free wine sample to enjoy while you browse for holiday gifts, soak in the seasonal decor, and experience the magic of downtown Des Moines during the holiday season.
This free event is open to the public (21+), but be sure to come early, some locations may run out of wine as the evening goes on! Be sure to stop, sip and shop at the following locations:
Leona Ruby
Owen Jewelry Designs
New Northwestern
Storyhouse Bookpub
She
All Spice
Marne
HoQ/HoQTail
Fontenelle Supply Co
Fleet Feet
Stoked
Aimee
Eden
Whether you’re toasting the season with friends or finding that perfect last-minute gift, Winefest's Very Merry Vino in the Village is your chance to savor the cheer, sip delicious wines, and celebrate community under the glow of the holiday lights.
Must be 21+ to participate in tastings