Wine Tasting at Downtown Elgin Market
2026-07-31 15:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | South Riverside Drive in Elgin, 32 S Riverside Dr, Elgin, IL, 60120
We will be pouring some of your favorite August Hill & ISC wines at the Downtown Elgin Market on Friday, July 31, 3-7pm. Wine tasting and wine available by the glass, can, and bottle!
The Downtown Elgin Market is held on Riverside Drive in Elgin. Enjoy market vendor showcases, chef demos, live music, food trucks, and kids activities. Learn more at this link.

Teacher Time
2026-08-01 - 2026-08-07 | AHW & ISC Tasting Room, 106 Mill Street, Utica, IL, 61373, United States
Teacher Time is back! We invite teachers and all school staff to enjoy a special discount at both our Tasting Room in Utica or Wine on the Hill in Peru! Receive $2 off glasses of wine as a thank-you for all you do. Come unwind, relax, and enjoy some well-deserved sips!

Tasting Room, Utica: August 1-7
Wine on the Hill, Peru: August 1-2

Cave Tasting Experience
2026-08-01 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-02 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-08 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-09 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-15 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-16 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-22 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-23 12:00 - 17:00 and 3 more dates | August Hill Winery & Vineyard, 21 N 2551st Rd, Peru, IL, 61354
Go behind the scenes where the magic happens at our Winery & Vineyard in Peru, Illinois.Step inside our working winery caves—built into the hillside—where your favorite August Hill & ISC wines are crafted and aged. Enjoy a guided wine journey with a small group (up to 20 guests, approximately 45 minutes), featuring six hand-selected wines and a signature tasting glass to take home. Along the way, enjoy a featured pairing of our Augie’s Blackberry wine with a chocolate bite.Tickets are $30 per person; $20 for Insider Wine Club members (limit 2 discounted tickets per day).
Reserve a Spot:Cave Tastings are offered seasonally on Saturdays and Sundays at 12 pm, 2 pm, and 4 pm. Space is limited, so we recommend reserving in advance. Click here to reserve your spot.
Stay for Wine on the Hill:Make a day of it! Join us for Wine on the Hill before or after your tasting, depending on your time slot. Open 12–5 pm on Saturdays & Sundays, with live music from 1–4 pm. See our “Wine on the Hill” page for more information.
Please note: This experience takes place at our Winery & Vineyard location in Peru, not at our Tasting Room in Utica. When using GPS, be sure to select the “August Hill Wine on the Hill” location in Peru. Directions are available on our website.

Wine on the Hill w/ Backseat Radio
2026-08-01 12:00 - 17:00 | August Hill Winery & Vineyard, 21 N 2551st Rd, Peru, IL, 61354
Join us for Wine on the Hill at our August Hill & ISC Winery & Vineyard.Relax on our scenic hillside overlooking the Illinois Valley while enjoying your favorite wines. Wine flights, bottles, and snack picnic boxes are available; just grab a spot and settle in for a great afternoon.

HOURS/LOCATION:
Saturdays & Sundays, 12–5 pm21 N 2551st Rd, Peru, IL (Winery & Vineyard location)Please note: This event is not at our Utica Tasting Room.Visit our Wine on the Hill page for directions and FAQs.

MUSIC: Backseat Radio, 1-4 pm [dance, pop]

RESERVATION TO RELAX: Want your spot on the hill ready and waiting? Book a Reservation to Relax and let us handle the setup. Your reserved space for the day includes two Adirondack chairs, an umbrella, a cooler with ice, bottled water, and snacks.

CAVE TASTINGS: Make your visit even more memorable with a Cave Tasting. Offered throughout the day. Reserve your spot here!

Tasting Room Music - Paige Afton
2026-08-01 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 Paige Afton.
The Tasting Room is open from 11am-7pm; live music is from 3:30-6:30pm.

Wine on the Hill w/ Mike & Jess
2026-08-02 12:00 - 17:00 | August Hill Winery & Vineyard, 21 N 2551st Rd, Peru, IL, 61354
Join us for Wine on the Hill at our August Hill & ISC Winery & Vineyard.Relax on our scenic hillside overlooking the Illinois Valley while enjoying your favorite wines. Wine flights, bottles, and snack picnic boxes are available; just grab a spot and settle in for a great afternoon.
HOURS/LOCATION:
Saturdays & Sundays, 12–5 pm21 N 2551st Rd, Peru, IL (Winery & Vineyard location)Please note: This event is not at our Utica Tasting Room.Visit our Wine on the Hill page for directions and FAQs.
MUSIC: Mike & Jess, 1-4 pm [rock, pop, alternative, R&B]
RESERVATION TO RELAX: Want your spot on the hill ready and waiting? Book a Reservation to Relax and let us handle the setup. Your reserved space for the day includes two Adirondack chairs, an umbrella, a cooler with ice, bottled water, and snacks.
CAVE TASTINGS: Make your visit even more memorable with a Cave Tasting. Offered throughout the day. Reserve your spot here!

National White Wine Day
2026-08-04 | AHW & ISC Tasting Room, 106 Mill Street, Utica, IL, 61373, United States
This year, National White Wine Day lands on a Monday — and we’re making it a bright spot in your week! Join us at the August Hill Tasting Room in Utica as we raise a glass to all things crisp, aromatic, and deliciously refreshing.
Whether you prefer dry and elegant, sweet and fruity, or bubbly and celebratory, we’ve got the perfect white wine for you. Stop in, grab a glass, or share a bottle of your favorite AHW or ISC white with friends — because Mondays deserve a little sparkle too.
Here’s what’s chilling on our white wine list:

Illinois Sparkling Co.: Brut, Sec, Blend 795, Blend 786, Ensemble
AHW Infusion: Almond Infusion
August Hill Whites: Sweet William, Chardonel, Moscato, Niagara, Seyval Blanc, Vignoles

Fun ideas to celebrate:

Pair your white wine with a light summer dish or cheese plate
Try a flight and find a new favorite
Snap a selfie with your glass and tag us to spread the white wine love
Bring a friend and toast to surviving Monday

Come sip, swirl, and celebrate the lighter side of life. We’ll be here, glasses chilled and ready!

Wine on the Hill w/ Steve Sharp Band
2026-08-08 12:00 - 17:00 | August Hill Winery & Vineyard, 21 N 2551st Rd, Peru, IL, 61354
Join us for Wine on the Hill at our August Hill & ISC Winery & Vineyard.Relax on our scenic hillside overlooking the Illinois Valley while enjoying your favorite wines. Wine flights, bottles, and snack picnic boxes are available; just grab a spot and settle in for a great afternoon.
HOURS/LOCATION:
Saturdays & Sundays, 12–5 pm21 N 2551st Rd, Peru, IL (Winery & Vineyard location)Please note: This event is not at our Utica Tasting Room.Visit our Wine on the Hill page for directions and FAQs.
MUSIC: Steve Sharp Band, 1-4 pm [wide variety]
RESERVATION TO RELAX: Want your spot on the hill ready and waiting? Book a Reservation to Relax and let us handle the setup. Your reserved space for the day includes two Adirondack chairs, an umbrella, a cooler with ice, bottled water, and snacks.
CAVE TASTINGS: Make your visit even more memorable with a Cave Tasting. Offered throughout the day. Reserve your spot here!

Tasting Room Music - Liam Tipple
2026-08-08 15:30 - 18:30 | AHW & ISC Tasting Room, 106 Mill Street, Utica, IL, 61373, United States
Let amazing live music by Liam Tipple serenade your soul 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.

Wine on the Hill
2026-08-09 12:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-16 12:00 - 17:00 | August Hill Winery & Vineyard, 21 N 2551st Rd, Peru, IL, 61354
Join us for Wine on the Hill at our August Hill & ISC Winery & Vineyard.Relax on our scenic hillside overlooking the Illinois Valley while enjoying your favorite wines. Wine flights, bottles, and snack picnic boxes are available; just grab a spot and settle in for a great afternoon.
HOURS/LOCATION:
Saturdays & Sundays, 12–5 pm21 N 2551st Rd, Peru, IL (Winery & Vineyard location)Please note: This event is not at our Utica Tasting Room.Visit our Wine on the Hill page for directions and FAQs.
MUSIC: 1-4 pm
RESERVATION TO RELAX: Want your spot on the hill ready and waiting? Book a Reservation to Relax and let us handle the setup. Your reserved space for the day includes two Adirondack chairs, an umbrella, a cooler with ice, bottled water, and snacks.
CAVE TASTINGS: Make your visit even more memorable with a Cave Tasting. Offered throughout the day. Reserve your spot here!

Wine on the Hill w/ Those Two Guys + 1
2026-08-15 12:00 - 17:00 | August Hill Winery & Vineyard, 21 N 2551st Rd, Peru, IL, 61354
Join us for Wine on the Hill at our August Hill & ISC Winery & Vineyard.Relax on our scenic hillside overlooking the Illinois Valley while enjoying your favorite wines. Wine flights, bottles, and snack picnic boxes are available; just grab a spot and settle in for a great afternoon.
HOURS/LOCATION:
Saturdays & Sundays, 12–5 pm21 N 2551st Rd, Peru, IL (Winery & Vineyard location)Please note: This event is not at our Utica Tasting Room.Visit our Wine on the Hill page for directions and FAQs.
MUSIC: Those Two Guys + 1, 1-4 pm [classic rock, country, blues]
RESERVATION TO RELAX: Want your spot on the hill ready and waiting? Book a Reservation to Relax and let us handle the setup. Your reserved space for the day includes two Adirondack chairs, an umbrella, a cooler with ice, bottled water, and snacks.
CAVE TASTINGS: Make your visit even more memorable with a Cave Tasting. Offered throughout the day. Reserve your spot here!
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Tasting Room Music - Aaron Kelly
2026-08-15 15:30 - 18:30 | AHW & ISC Tasting Room, 106 Mill Street, Utica, IL, 61373, United States
Looking for the perfect Saturday afternoon plan? Look no further! Aaron Kelly is playing live at our Tasting Room from 3:30-6:30pm. Swing by anytime between 11 am and 7 pm to enjoy fantastic wine and great tunes. Let the weekend fun begin!

Wine on the Hill w/ Steve Sharp Band
2026-08-22 12:00 - 17:00 | August Hill Winery & Vineyard, 21 N 2551st Rd, Peru, IL, 61354
Join us for Wine on the Hill at our August Hill & ISC Winery & Vineyard.Relax on our scenic hillside overlooking the Illinois Valley while enjoying your favorite wines. Wine flights, bottles, and snack picnic boxes are available; just grab a spot and settle in for a great afternoon.
HOURS/LOCATION:
Saturdays & Sundays, 12–5 pm21 N 2551st Rd, Peru, IL (Winery & Vineyard location)Please note: This event is not at our Utica Tasting Room.Visit our Wine on the Hill page for directions and FAQs.
MUSIC: Steve Sharp Band, 1-4 pm (wide variety)
RESERVATION TO RELAX: Want your spot on the hill ready and waiting? Book a Reservation to Relax and let us handle the setup. Your reserved space for the day includes two Adirondack chairs, an umbrella, a cooler with ice, bottled water, and snacks.
CAVE TASTINGS: Make your visit even more memorable with a Cave Tasting. Offered throughout the day. Reserve your spot here!

Tasting Room Music - Phanie Rae Takata
2026-08-22 15:30 - 18:30 | AHW & ISC Tasting Room, 106 Mill Street, Utica, IL, 61373, United States
Let amazing live music by Phanie Rae Takata serenade your soul 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.

Wine on the Hill
2026-08-23 12:00 - 17:00 | August Hill Winery & Vineyard, 21 N 2551st Rd, Peru, IL, 61354

National Red Wine Day
2026-08-28 | AHW & ISC Tasting Room, 106 Mill Street, Utica, IL, 61373, United States
Red wine lovers, rejoice — National Red Wine Day is here, and we’re raising a glass (or two) to the bold, the beautiful, and the beautifully bold!

Enjoy a special wine and chocolate pairing at the Tasting Room! For just $13, choose your favorite glass of red wine and pair it with your choice of a handcrafted Cocoa Blue Chocolate truffle.
Pair it with dinner. Whether it’s pasta, steak, or a cozy charcuterie board, a glass of red is always a good idea.
Gather your friends and host a blind tasting with 3 or 4 of your favorite August Hill red wines. We have 9 AHW red wines to choose from!
Try a sparkling red wine, our ISC Ruby Red.
Stop by the August Hill tasting room and enjoy a red wine flight.
Join the Insider’s Wine Club, and get access to our delicious wine-club-only red wine: Red Letter.
Get grape-educated. Discover the story of Norton, a bold grape that thrives right here in Illinois. Here’s the link
New to red wine? Start with a lightly chilled, semi-sweet wine like Trapolino. Smooth, easy, and oh-so-inviting.

However you choose to celebrate, raise your glass with joy and toast to the reds that make life a little more delicious.

Wine on the Hill w/ Liam Tipple & the Sips
2026-08-29 12:00 - 17:00 | August Hill Winery & Vineyard, 21 N 2551st Rd, Peru, IL, 61354
Join us for Wine on the Hill at our August Hill & ISC Winery & Vineyard.Relax on our scenic hillside overlooking the Illinois Valley while enjoying your favorite wines. Wine flights, bottles, and snack picnic boxes are available; just grab a spot and settle in for a great afternoon.
HOURS/LOCATION:
Saturdays & Sundays, 12–5 pm21 N 2551st Rd, Peru, IL (Winery & Vineyard location)Please note: This event is not at our Utica Tasting Room.Visit our Wine on the Hill page for directions and FAQs.
MUSIC: Liam Tipple & the Sips, 1-4 pm [singer songwriter]
RESERVATION TO RELAX: Want your spot on the hill ready and waiting? Book a Reservation to Relax and let us handle the setup. Your reserved space for the day includes two Adirondack chairs, an umbrella, a cooler with ice, bottled water, and snacks.
CAVE TASTINGS: Make your visit even more memorable with a Cave Tasting. Offered throughout the day. Reserve your spot here!

Tasting Room Music - Joey Figgiani
2026-08-29 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 Joey Figgiani 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!

Wine on the Hill w/ Paul Sprawl
2026-08-30 12:00 - 17:00 | August Hill Winery & Vineyard, 21 N 2551st Rd, Peru, IL, 61354
Join us for “Wine on the Hill” at our August Hill & ISC winery and vineyard. Enjoy the beautiful outdoor scenery of the Illinois Valley, and your favorite August Hill & ISC wines, while hanging out on our spacious hillside. Wine flights, wine by the bottle, and a snack picnic box will all be available.
HOURS/LOCATION: You can enjoy wine on the hillside on Saturday from 12-5 pm. This event is at our 21 N 2551st Rd., Peru, IL vineyard & winery location (not at our Tasting Room in Utica). You can find directions to get to our Peru location and FAQs on our Wine on the Hill page.
MUSIC: Paul Sprawl, 1-4 pm (Americana, blues, country)
RESERVATION TO RELAX: Want to enjoy Wine on the Hill, with less work for you? Book your “Reservation to Relax” today, and the August Hill team will prepare you a spot on the hill for your selected date. The reservation will be for the day (12-5 pm on Saturdays; 12-5 pm on Sundays). The space will include two adirondack chairs, an umbrella for shade, a 30 quart cooler with ice, 2 bottled waters, and a small variety of snacks.
SIGN UP FOR A CAVE TASTING: We offer Cave Tastings hourly throughout the day. Sign up here!
