I love seeing great ideas grow, especially when they bring people together around good food, great wine and the chance to discover more of McLaren Vale and the whole Fleurieu Peninsula.
The Fleurieu Food Festival has become one of the highlights of winter on the Fleurieu Peninsula, and this August there are more than 120 events to choose from. From long lunches and winery experiences to farm tours, masterclasses and fireside feasts, it’s a wonderful excuse to stay a little longer, try somewhere new and enjoy the Fleurieu in winter.
Winter on the Fleurieu Peninsula is looking particularly delicious this year.
Win a Luxury Fleurieu Food Festival Escape
We’re so excited to be part of this year’s festival and have partnered with Fleurieu Peninsula Tourism to offer one lucky winner a two-night stay for two at Vale 194, valued at more than $1,200.
To enter:
- Purchase two tickets to any Fleurieu Food Festival event
- Follow @fleurieufood
- Follow @vale194
Entries close 24 July 2026, with the winner announced on 27 July 2026. The prize stay is for 1–2 August 2026.
Turn Your Festival Plans into a McLaren Vale Getaway
If you’re already choosing which events to book, why not make a few days of it?
Vale 194 is offering 10% off direct bookings for stays throughout August 2026. Stay in the heart of McLaren Vale and build your own winter escape around festival events, cellar doors, long lunches and perhaps a walk along the coast or Shiraz Trail between meals.
We don’t often offer discounts, particularly for weekend stays, so this is a rare opportunity to experience McLaren Vale during one of the Fleurieu Peninsula’s most delicious months.
Use code FLEURIEUFOOD when booking directly with Vale 194.
Why stay in McLaren Vale during Fleurieu Food Festival?
McLaren Vale is home to many of the festival’s food, wine and producer experiences, making it an ideal base during the festival. Staying locally means you can enjoy long lunches, cellar door events and evening dinners without spending your holiday driving between destinations. You’ll also be perfectly placed to continue exploring the region between festival events.
Winter Never Tasted So Good
With more than 120 events to choose from, the hardest part may be deciding where to begin.
Explore the Fleurieu Food Festival program, gather your favourite people and start planning a winter food and wine getaway to McLaren Vale.
Planning a few days around the festival? Explore our Where to Eat in McLaren Vale guide for more long lunch and dinner ideas, or start with our Ultimate McLaren Vale Experience Guide for cellar doors, coastal experiences, walking trails and more ways to enjoy the region between festival events.
About the Author
Jodie Sheldrick is the owner of Vale 194, a family-owned collection of luxury self-contained holiday homes in the heart of McLaren Vale on South Australia’s Fleurieu Peninsula. Born and raised in the region, she is a member of the McLaren Vale Grape Wine & Tourism Association and the McLaren Vale Business & Tourism Association, and enjoys supporting local tourism while encouraging visitors to explore everything McLaren Vale and the Fleurieu Peninsula have to offer.