Wine lovers have even more to toast this Labor Day weekend as the Galveston Island Wine Festival, presented by Yaga’s Entertainment and Moody Gardens, adds an exciting bonus: All wine festival ticket purchases and wine festival hotel package purchases will include free access to the Texas Music Festival, a benefit concert event presented by Burley Auction with proceeds going toward the Texas Hill Country Flood recovery efforts.

The Texas Music Festival is a three-night concert series taking place Aug. 29-31 at the Moody Gardens Convention Center. Whether guests purchase a full weekend wine festival hotel package or buy a single event ticket, they’ll enjoy complimentary access to that evening’s concert – featuring some of the biggest names in Texas country music. It’s an opportunity to enjoy a weekend of exceptional wine, food, and entertainment.

Texas Music Festival Lineup
Free with wine festival ticket or hotel package for that day
Friday, Aug. 29
The Wilder Blue, Bri Bagwell, Dale Watson, Jake Penrod
Saturday, Aug. 30
William Beckmann, Gary P. Nunn, The Tejas Bros, Jake Penrod
Sunday, Aug. 31
Cory Morrow, Silverada, Kat Hasty, The Derailers, Pauline Reese

Concerts are scheduled for 6 p.m. to midnight on Friday and Saturday and Sunday from 2 p.m. to midnight, offering a special close to each day of wine and culinary focused experiences. All performances will be held at the Moody Gardens Convention Center conveniently located just steps from the wine festival activities.

For more details and tickets, visit galvestonislandwinefestival.com

Galveston Island Wine Festival Highlights

With 27 events spanned over three days, the Galveston Island Wine Festival is one of the Gulf Coast’s most anticipated culinary celebrations. This year’s lineup includes:

• White Linen Seafood Extravaganza, Friday, Aug. 29
  An evening of refined elegance, delight in a stroll and sip culinary experience featuring top tier chefs as they present sensational seafood dishes. Each creation is expertly paired with select varietals from the world’s premier wine regions. Dress code is White Linen Attire.
• Penguins & Pinot Grand Tasting, Saturday, Aug. 30
  A delightful evening awaits at this sip-and-stroll event as you tour the oceans of the world with wine and spirit tastings, food bites and Gulf Coast restaurants and marine animal encounters. This experience will take you to new depths.
• Wine’d Down After Hours, Friday and Saturday nights
  Enjoy fantastic live entertainment with the opportunity to relax, chill out or kick up your heels and dance.
• Sunday Wine Dinner at Shearn’s, Sunday, Aug. 31
  A spectacular dining experience with premium wine pairings.
• Grand finale, An evening with Susie Bogus.
• Cap off your unforgettable weekend with an exclusive performance by legendary Grammy-Award Winner Suzy Bogguss.
• Restorative Yoga, Brunch & Bubbles, each morning
  Start the day with a relaxing yoga session, coastal views and sparkling wine.

Hotel Packages and Tickets

Guests can choose from a variety of wine festival hotel packages – ranging from the three-day On Cloud Wine one-day experiences to full-weekend access – or purchase individual event tickets. Every ticket and hotel package now includes free access to the Texas Music Festival concerts for that day, adding even more value to this unforgettable Labor Day weekend getaway.

• On Cloud Wine Hotel Package – 3 Days, 14 Events (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday) Enjoy access to all 14 events throughout the weekend, including the Welcome Reception, White Linen Seafood Extravaganza, Penguins & Pinot, Wine’d Down After Hours, Car Auction, Bourbon Tasting, and the Grand Finale with Suzy Bogguss. Includes access to the Aquarium Pyramid, Palm Beach, and self-parking.
• Premium Hotel Package – 2 Days, 11 Events (Friday and Saturday) Access to 11 fantastic events, including the Welcome Reception, White Linen Seafood Extravaganza, Penguins & Pinot, Wine’d Down After Hours, and more. Includes Aquarium Pyramid, Palm Beach, and self-parking.
• One Night Grand Hotel Package – 1 Day, 5 Events (Saturday) Enjoy a day filled with Restorative Yoga, Brunch & Bubbles, Penguins & Pinot, and more. Includes access to the Aquarium Pyramid, Palm Beach, and self-parking.
• Wine Dinner Hotel Package – 1 Day, 3 Events (Sunday) Featuring Restorative Yoga, Brunch & Bubbles, Bourbon Sampling, and the Wine Paired Dinner with the Grand Finale performance by Suzy Bogguss. Includes access to Palm Beach and self-parking.

Ticket Options For those who prefer individual event tickets, the following options are available:

• Friday/Saturday Individual Ticket – Grants access to the White Linen Seafood Extravaganza, Penguins & Pinot, and Wine’d Down After Hours.
• Saturday Only Individual Ticket – Grants access to the Penguins & Pinot event and Wine’d Down After Hours.
• Sunday Only Individual Ticket –Grants access to the Car Auction, Bourbon Tasting, Wine Dinner at Shearn’s, and the Grand Finale performance with Suzy Bogguss.

For more details and tickets, visit galvestonislandwinefestival.com

A variety of hotel packages bundle these experiences for options with one, two or three nights for a complete Wine Festival experience.

For Moody Gardens and hotel package info, visit moodygardens.org