August Hill Winery

Binny's Bolingbrook Tasting
2025-10-17 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Binny’s Bolingbrook, 639 E Boughton Rd, Bolingbrook, IL, 60440
Join us at Binny’s Beverage Depot in Bolingbrook on Friday, October 17, from 4-7 pm for a special wine tasting! Sample a variety of August Hill & ISC wines, discover new favorites, and stock up for the season.
Here are the wines we are pouring: Almond Infusion, Berlyn, Caramel Apple, Emerald Apple, and Strawberry Peach Sangria.

Binny's Orland Park Tasting
2025-10-17 16:00 - 19:00 | Binny’s Orland Park, 15820 S 94th Ave, Orland Park, IL, 60462
Join us at Binny’s Beverage Depot in Orland Park on Friday, October 17, from 4-7 pm for a special wine tasting! Sample a variety of August Hill & ISC wines, discover new favorites, and stock up for the season.
Here the wines we are pouring: ISC Brut, Almond Infusion, Augie’s Blackberry, Caramel Apple, Mardi Gras, Strawberry Peach Sangria.

Binny's Montgomery Tasting
2025-10-17 16:00 - 19:00 | Binny’s Montgomery, 1150 Ogden Avenue, Montgomery, IL, 60538
Join us at Binny’s Beverage Depot in Montgomery on Friday, October 17, from 4-7 pm for a special wine tasting! Sample a variety of August Hill & ISC wines, discover new favorites, and stock up for the season.
Here are the wines we are pouring: ISC Pét Nat Rosé, Almond Infusion, Berlyn, Caramel Apple, Seyval Blanc, Strawberry Peach Sangria

Utica Witches Walk
2025-10-17 16:00 - 21:00 | Downtown Utica, North Utica, IL, 61373, United States
Grab your broomsticks and your best witchy crew; Utica is calling!

WHEN & WHERE
Friday, October 17, 4-9 pm, Utica, IL
YOU NEED A WRISTBAND TO PARTICIPATE
A ticket = your official Witches Walk wristband, which unlocks all the magic: treasure hunts, witches brew tastings, raffles, contests, and more. Pick up your wristband at check-in the day of the event.
WITCHES BREW TASTING
Sip your way through town! Many businesses will feature a special 2 oz. witches brew just for you. Your ticket includes 5 tasting tickets. Extra tastings available for $1.25 each at check-in.
FIND A HIDDEN TREASURE
Some shops are hiding spooky surprises. Spot one, and you’ll score a prize!
PRIZES FOR BEST COSTUME, HAT & BROOM
Dress up (or don’t), but prizes await the most spellbinding witches and warlocks: Best Witch Hat, Best Overall Witch Costume, Best Overall Warlock Costume, and Best Broom. (Choose just one contest at check-in. Costume judging will be near 723 S. Clark.)
MORE WICKED FUN

The Hocus Pocus Hags will be performing during the event!
Warm up at one of the fire pits set up throughout town
Readings from local psychics and card readers available at some of the businesses (additional cost).
Live music by James Gedda & the Big Breakfast on Mill Street
Photo flip book to commemorate the evening available for purchase during the event
Additional vendors will be set up at Canal Market

TICKETS
Advance tickets are $20 per witch and include a spooooky commemorative wine glass and 5 “witches brew” 2 oz. tasting tickets. Tickets are limited so don’t delay. Ticket sales end at midnight on 10/18. Tickets at the door will be $25. Tickets are non-refundable. Click here to order tickets.
* Additional tasting tickets available for $1.25 each on day of event at check-in.
PARTICIPATING BUSINESSES
Here is the list of participating businesses so far!
W = Witches Brew Stop. WN = Non-Alcoholic Witches Brew Stop. T = Find a Hidden Treasure Stop. R=Tarot card reader.

Lodi Tap House – 101 Mill St. (W, T)
August Hill Winery & Illinois Sparkling Co., 106 Mill St. (W, WN, T, R)
Joy & Ed’s Supper Club, 113 Mill St.(W)
T’s Midwest Boutique, 124 Mill St. (T)
Clarks Run Creek, 143 Mill St. (W, T, R)
Canal Port, 148 Mill St. (W)
Skoogs Pub and Grill, 155 Mill St. (W, T)
Bruce & Ollie’s, 166 Mill St. (W, T)
Ginger Road Brewing, 166 Mill St, Unit G (W)
Starved Rock Country Welcome Center, 248 W. Canal (WN, T)
The Sacred Rites, Market on Mill, Unit 1 (WN, T)
Locker Room, Market on Mill, Unit 3 (WN, T)
VivaScapes, Market on Mill, Unit 4 (WN, T)
Oh Pickles, Market on Mill, Unit 5 (WN, T)
The Alpaca Shoppe, Market on Mill, Unit 6 (WN, T)
Blissfully Rooted, Market on Mill, Unit 7 (WN, T)
Freckled Farm Girls, Market on Mill, Unit 9 (WN, T)
Hazell’s Headdress, Market on Mill, Unit 10 (WN, T)
The Artful Hook, , Market on Mill, Unit 12 (WN, T)
Jamie’s OutPost Parlor/Mix’s Trading Post, 602 S. Clark St. (W, T)
Village Green House Inc, 611 S. Clark St. (W, T)
Utica Spice Co., 723 S. Clark (T)
Roxie’s Sweet Confections, 723 S. Clark (T)
Starved Rock House of Jerky, 723 S. Clark (WN, T)
Little Soda Pop Shop, 723 S. Clark St. (WN, T)
Baked & Brewed, 723 S. Clark St. (WN)

CHECK-IN IS AT THE CANAL MARKET
Check-in for the Utica Witches Walk is located at Canal Market, 208 S. Clark Street, Utica. You will receive your wine glass, list of participating business, and tasting tickets at check-in.
This fun event is put on by the Utica Business Association. Beware of the FUN!
Leave the kiddos at home, call your best witch friends, and come get your witch on!

Sweetest Day
2025-10-18 | AHW & ISC Tasting Room, 106 Mill Street, Utica, IL, 61373, United States
We prefer to take everything with a pinch of sugar. Come celebrate this candy-coated holiday with us at the Tasting Room or Wine on the Hill! Sweetest Day is a day for sharing a kind thought, a small gift, or a gesture of kindness. What better way to show your Sweetie that you love them than with a glass of their favorite wine?
Book a Cave Tasting, pick up a bottle, or stop by Tasting Room for wine and chocolate. Don’t forget to bring your sweet tooth!

Binny's Evergreen Park Tasting
2025-10-18 12:00 - 15:00 | Binny’s Evergreen Park, 3447 W 95th St, Evergreen Park, IL, 60805
Join us at Binny’s Beverage Depot in Evergreen Park on Saturday, October 18, from 12–3 pm for a special wine tasting! Sample a variety of August Hill & ISC wines, discover new favorites, and stock up for the season.
It’s Sweetest Day today! Here are the wines we are pouring:

Mardi Gras
Emerald Apple
Berlyn
Trapolino
Strawberry Peach Sangria

Tasting Room Music - Andrew Plymire
2025-10-18 15:30 - 18:30 | AHW & ISC Tasting Room, 106 Mill Street, Utica, IL, 61373, United States
Enjoy live music by Andrew Plymire [Singer Songwriter / Indie Rock] as you sip on the finest August Hill & ISC wines. The Tasting Room is open 11am-7pm, and live music is from 3:30-6:30pm.

Sunday Brunch
2025-10-19 11:30 - 15:30, 2025-10-26 11:30 - 15:30, 2025-11-02 11:30 - 16:00, 2025-11-09 11:30 - 16:00, 2025-11-16 11:30 - 16:00 | AHW & ISC Tasting Room, 106 Mill Street, Utica, IL, 61373, United States
Join us for Sunday Brunch at the Tasting Room, featuring delicious bakery items from Millstone Bakery!
There are two brunch options to choose from:

Sunday Brunch includes a brunch plate and a glass of wine (or a mimosa) of your choice. Price is $25/person.
Sunday Brunch w/ Bottomless Mimosas includes a brunch plate and a mimosa with complimentary refills of your mimosa for a 90-minute time frame. Price is $40/person.

Each Brunch Plate includes the following:

Small Quiche
Cinnamon Roll
Maple Sausage Croissant
Soup of the Day

Reserve a Spot
Reserve a spot at this link. Four time slots are available: 11:30am, 12:30pm, 1:30pm, and 2:30pm. Each time slot is limited to 6 people. If you have a group larger than 6 people or are having a difficult time finding a time slot for your group, please call the Tasting Room at 815-667-5211, and we will try to accommodate your group at the requested time.

Hy-Vee Peru Wine Tasting
2025-10-23 17:00 - 19:00 | Hy-Vee Peru, 1651 Midtown Road, Peru, IL, 61354
Stop by Hy-Vee Peru for their Holiday Tasting Event, October 23 from 5-7pm! We will be pouring some of your favorites at the event.

Binny's Bloomington Wine Tasting
2025-10-24 16:00 - 19:00 | Binny’s Bloomington, 1409 N. Veterans Parkway, Bloomington, IL, 61704
Join us for a special tasting event at Binny’s Bloomington! Discover the unique flavors of August Hill & ISC wines and find your new favorite.
Here are the wines we are pouring: Caramel Apple, Emerald Apple, Indigo, Mardi Gras, Berlyn, and Moscato.

Perfecting the Bubble at Binny's Orland Park
2025-10-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Binny’s Orland Park, 15820 S 94th Ave, Orland Park, IL, 60462
Join Bubbly Wenzel at this fun event at Binny’s Orland Park!
Champagne is the benchmark for sparkling wine. Illinois Sparkling Co. follows the great traditional production techniques right here in Illinois. Host and Founder/Winemaker Mark Wenzel captures the elegance of Champagne while showcasing our local character. This seminar explores ISC’s sparkling trio, and then transitions into August Hill favorites that highlight the fun, approachable side of Illinois wine—all without ever leaving the Midwest. $10 per person. Register here!
Here are the wines being poured:

ISC Brut
ISC Brut Ombré Rosé
ISC Pet Nat Rosé
August Hill Mardi Gras
August Hill Berlyn
August Hill Strawberry Peach Sangria
August Hill Augie’s Blackberry

Tasting Room Music - James Herr
2025-10-25 15:30 - 18:30 | AHW & ISC Tasting Room, 106 Mill Street, Utica, IL, 61373, United States
Sip on your favorite August Hill & ISC wines as you enjoy live music by James Herr. James is a tribute artist, covering Jim Croce, James Taylor & Paul Simon.
The Tasting Room is open from 11am-7pm; live music is from 3:30-6:30pm.

Binny's Bloomingdale Tasting
2025-10-31 18:00 - 20:00 | Binny’s Bloomingdale, 353 W. Army Trail Rd, Bloomingdale, IL, 60108
Join us at Binny’s Beverage Depot in Bloomingdale on Friday, October 31, from 6-8 pm for a special wine tasting! Sample a variety of August Hill & ISC wines, discover new favorites, and stock up for the season.
Here are the wines we are pouring:
Caramel Apple
Berlyn
Mardi Gras
Sweet Catawba
Niagara

Tasting Room Music - Josiah Simon
2025-11-01 15:30 - 18:30 | AHW & ISC Tasting Room, 106 Mill Street, Utica, IL, 61373, United States
Treat yourself this Saturday afternoon! 🥂 Join us at the Tasting Room for live music by Josiah Simon from 3:30-6:30pm. Enjoy a flight or glass of your favorite August Hill or ISC wine while you’re here. We’re open all day from 11am – 7pm!

Veterans' Parade & Air Show
2025-11-02 | Downtown Utica, North Utica, IL, 61373, United States
Utica’s Mill Street will come alive on Sunday, November 2, for the Veterans’ Parade & Air Show — one of the largest celebrations of its kind in Illinois! The parade goes right past the August Hill Winery Tasting Room, so you can catch all the action, from marching units and military vehicles to a spectacular flyover, right from our sidewalk! The event begins at 1 pm and features TBM Torpedo Bombers, T-6 Marine Trainers, and more.
After the parade, head inside the August Hill Winery Tasting Room to relax, sip, and enjoy the day. It’s the perfect spot to gather with friends, enjoy your favorite wines, and continue the celebration.
As we honor all who have served, we want to say thank you to our Veterans for their courage, dedication, and sacrifice. To show our appreciation, Veterans receive complimentary tastings, 10% off to-go bottle purchases, and 20% off case purchases all week long.
Join us in downtown Utica for a day of remembrance and community, and raise a glass in gratitude to those who served.

Trolley Trio Progressive Dinner
2025-11-06 16:45 - 21:30 | Starved Rock Lodge, 2688 E. 873rd Road., Oglesby, IL, 61348
Join us for our series of Trolley Trio Progressive Dinners! August Hill Winery, Camp Aramoni and Starved Rock Lodge have teamed up to create a new unforgettable event filled with wine, spirits, beer and food tastings.

SCHEDULE:
Meet at Starved Rock Lodge at 4:45 pm, where the Starved Rock Trolley will take you on your tasting journey.
STOP 1: August Hill Winery & Illinois Sparkling Co. Tasting Room
Enjoy locally-made wines paired with small bites at the August Hill Winery & Illinois Sparkling Co. Tasting Room.
​STOP 2: Camp Aramoni
At Camp Aramoni, guests will enjoy a spectacular dinner and drinks.
​STOP 3: Starved Rock Lodge & Conference Center
Save room for dessert! The trolley will return to Starved Rock Lodge where the dinner will conclude with after-dinner drinks and delicious desserts.
​OVERNIGHT STAY AVAILABLE
Treat this evening as a night out or choose to add the overnight stay at Starved Rock Lodge to turn the evening into a mini getaway! The Trolley Trio Progressive Dinner Overnight Package includes your dinner for two, overnight stay for two and a $15 breakfast voucher for the next morning.
RESERVE A SPOT
Reservations are required. Click here or call Starved Rock Lodge at 815-220-7386 to reserve dinner only or the overnight package.
Dinner Only: $130 per person
Dinner & Overnight Package: $413.30 per couple plus room tax.

Wheelchair accessible. Late arrivals will not be refunded. Cancellation policy is 3 days prior to event/trip date. For special accommodations, please call (815) 220-7386. Must be 21 years or older to attend.

Hy-Vee Peru Wine Tasting
2025-11-06 17:00 - 19:00 | Hy-Vee Peru, 1651 Midtown Road, Peru, IL, 61354
We will be pouring some of your August Hill and ISC favorites today at the Hy-Vee in Peru from 5-7pm on November 7. Don’t forget to pick up a bottle or two of your favorites for your holiday celebrations.
Here are the wines we are pouring: ISC Brut, Almond Infusion, Augie’s Blackberry, Caramel Apple, Cranberry Infusion, Indigo, Nouveau, Seyval Blanc.

HyVee Bloomington Wine Tasting
2025-11-06 17:00 - 19:00 | HyVee Bloomington, 1403 N Veterans Pkwy, Bloomington, Illinois, 61704
Stop by the Hy-Vee in Bloomington to taste some of your favorite August Hill wines.
Here are the wines we are pouring: Berlyn, Caramel Apple, Mardi Gras, Niagara, Strawberry Peach Sangria and Trapolino.

Ottawa Wine & Art Walk
2025-11-08 14:00 - 18:00 | Heritage Harbor, 411 Great Loop E Dr, Ottawa, IL, 61350
We are pouring some of your favorite August Hill & ISC wines at this event!

Grab a glass and explore pop-up galleries, wine-tasting and spirits stops, and art displays woven throughout Heritage Harbor. Sip a variety of wines and spirits, snack as you stroll, and enjoy the smooth tunes of a live Frank Sinatra tribute (not the real Sinatra, but still pretty fantastic). Along the way, discover fun activities, and unexpected surprises that make this more than just a walk, it’s an experience.

Date & Time: Saturday, November 8 | 2 – 6 PM
Parking: Available in the restaurant parking lot (411 Great Loop E Drive, Ottawa, IL 61350). Guests will then be shuttled to check-in at The Tulip Model Home.
Check-in Location: The Tulip Model Home at 7 Willow Way, Ottawa, IL 61350
Tickets: $35 in advance | $40 day of event. Order your tickets at this link.

Follow the event on social media for more details.

Here are the wines we are pouring: ISC Blend 795, Chambourcin Reserve, Seyval Blanc, Strawberry Peach Sangria, Caramel Apple, Trapolino, and warm Caramel Apple Spiced wine. Wine available by the taste, glass, and bundle at the event.

Tasting Room Music - Joey Figgiani
2025-11-08 15:30 - 18:30 | AHW & ISC Tasting Room, 106 Mill Street, Utica, IL, 61373, United States
Sip on your favorite August Hill & ISC wines as you enjoy live music by Joey Figgiani.

Closing at 5 pm
2025-11-09 17:00 | AHW & ISC Tasting Room, 106 Mill Street, Utica, IL, 61373, United States
The Tasting Room will close at 5 pm today so that our staff can attend an Employee Appreciation event.

Insider's Wine Club Event
2025-11-14 - 2025-11-15 | AHW & ISC Tasting Room, 106 Mill Street, Utica, IL, 61373, United States
Insider Wine Club members are invited to join us for Will Call Weekend! Our Lounge will be set up for members only, limited to 2 people per membership (member & spouse or member and guest). Will Call members can begin picking up their wine club orders on Friday, November 14.
🍷 Friday & Saturday at the Tasting Room, 106 Mill St., Utica

Friday, November 14, 12:00pm-6:30pm; music by John Piontek, 3:30pm-6:30pm
Saturday, November 15, 12:00pm-6:30pm; music by Steve Sharp, 3:30pm-6:30pm
Members receive a special treat, a complimentary pairing for 2 people.

Please Note: Our lounge is reserved for Insiders only during these events, but our Tasting Bar & Patio are open for all. Two people are allowed per Wine Club membership. The lounge is a 21+ only area.
If you are interested in learning more about the benefits of Wine Club Membership or if you would like to sign up to become a member, click here.

Binny's Joliet Wine Tasting
2025-11-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Binny’s Beverage Joliet, 3150 Tonti Dr., Joliet, IL, 60431
Join us at Binny’s Beverage Depot in Joliet on Friday, November 14, from 6-8 pm for a special wine tasting! Sample a variety of August Hill & ISC wines, discover new favorites, and stock up for the season.
Here are the wines we are pouring:

Augie’s Blackberry
Niagara
Strawberry Peach Sangria
Moscato
Caramel Apple
Mardi Gras
Trapolino

Binny's Peoria Wine Tasting
2025-11-15 12:00 - 15:00 | Binny’s Beverage Peoria, 2601 W Lake Ave, Peoria, IL, 61615
Stop by Binny’s in Peoria to taste some of your favorite wines from August Hill Winery & ISC. Pick up a bottle or two for your holiday celebrations!
Here are the wines we are pouring:

Niagara
Straw Peach Sangria
Emerald Apple
Almond Infusion
Berlyn
Augie’s
Caramel Apple

Binny's Evergreen Park Tasting
2025-11-15 12:00 - 15:00 | Binny’s Evergreen Park, 3447 W 95th St, Evergreen Park, IL, 60805
Join us at Binny’s Beverage Depot in Evergreen Park on Saturday, November 15, from 12–3 pm for a special wine tasting! Sample a variety of August Hill & ISC wines, discover new favorites, and stock up for the season.
Here are the wines we are pouring: Berlyn, Caramel Apple, Indigo, Strawberry Peach Sangria, and Trapolino

Binny's Naperville
2025-11-15 12:00 - 15:00 | Binny’s Naperville, 790 Royal St George Dr, Naperville, IL, 60563
Join us at Binny’s Beverage Depot in Naperville on Saturday, November 15, from 12–3 pm for a special wine tasting! Sample a variety of August Hill & ISC wines, discover new favorites, and stock up for the season.
