Kennett Summerfest is more than just a wine festival—it’s a celebration of summer in Kennett Square. Spend the afternoon sipping, strolling, creating, and connecting as downtown comes alive with regional wineries, live music, interactive art, food, and colorful experiences around every corner. Whether you’re a wine enthusiast, foodie, art lover, or simply looking for a fun Sunday afternoon, Summerfest offers something for everyone.

VIP Reception

Unlock the ultimate Summerfest experience with an exclusive VIP Reception from 12:30–1:30 PM at the chic Holly Peters Design Studio. And yes—it’s air-conditioned.

Indulge in five curated food stations catered by Sweet Amelia’s, each expertly paired with wine or non-alocholic pairings. This elevated tasting experience showcases inspired flavors in an intimate setting.

Your VIP ticket also includes:

  • Early Festival Access beginning at 1:30 PM
  • Souvenir tasting glass
  • Unlimited tastings of wine, cider, and mead throughout the festival

General Admission

  • Festival entry 2pm – 6pm

  • Souvenir Summerfest Tasting Glass​

  • Unlimited Tastings from over a dozen local and regional wineries, cideries, and meaderies.

  • Enjoy live music, à la carte food options (for purchase), samples from local food makers, plus the beautiful festival atmosphere with curated artisan vendors in the heart of Kennett Square​

NA Experience

This year, our non-alcoholic experience is more thoughtfully curated than ever—designed to be just as exciting and flavorful as the rest of Summerfest. Enjoy a creative lineup of handcrafted mocktails featuring a wide variety of fresh, seasonal flavors, from bright and citrusy to herbal, sparkling, and refreshingly bold.

Whether you’re taking a break from alcohol or simply exploring something new, the NA experience offers a fun, elevated way to sip and savor your way through the festival. No compromises on taste, creativity, or enjoyment.

  • Festival entry 2pm – 6pm

  • Souvenir Summerfest NA Glass​

  • Unlimited tastings of zero-proof and NA drinks

  • Enjoy live music, à la carte food options (for purchase), samples from local food makers, plus the beautiful festival atmosphere with curated artisan vendors in the heart of Kennett Square

Jacqueline Burnham from Nectar & Co shared, “I’m grateful to be part of the Summerfest Committee as a sober voice helping to create an elevated, inclusive beverage experience. Whether you’re pacing or replacing, I believe everyone deserves a great drink in hand. With our launch set for early June, I’m excited that Summerfest will be our first in-person pop-up, where I’ll be one of the NA vendors on-site, sharing a curated lineup of dealcoholized wines & zero-proof cocktails.”

If you’re an NA drinker, be sure to visit Jacqueline at Nectar & Co’s tent!

Don’t Miss

Sample wines, ciders, and meads from producers across the region while exploring a vibrant marketplace of local makers, artisans, and specialty vendors. From unique handcrafted goods to delicious local flavors, there’s something for everyone to discover.

Here are a few can’t-miss experiences:

  • Brandywine Blooms Flower Crowns – Complete your Summerfest look with a handcrafted flower crown from Brandywine Blooms.
  • Calabrese Arts Glitter Bar – Add a little sparkle to your day with a complimentary swipe of festival glitter at the gate, courtesy of Calabrese Arts.
  • Live Community Mural – Leave your mark on Summerfest by contributing to a live mural led by local artist Val Steur.
  • Butterfly Temporary Tattoos – Pick up a complimentary butterfly tattoo featuring four custom designs by State Street Tattoo.

Live Music

2:00 – 3:15: Nisarg Shah Trio
3:30: Line dancing with Calabrese Arts
3:45 – 6:00: The Groove Street Brass, an energetic eight-piece brass band led by Bryan Tuk and featuring singer-songwriter Penny Samar, a finalist from Season 23 of American Idol.

Food Vendors

Come hungry! Summerfest features an outstanding lineup of local food favorites, including:

  • Antonia’s Pizza
  • Hangry Bear Creamery
  • Shimpy’s BBQ
  • Sweet Amelia’s

Workshops

​Indulge your senses with two delicious, hands-on workshop experiences at Kennett Summerfest—perfect for food and wine lovers looking to elevate their tasting skills.

The Many Tastes of Cacao
Enjoy the many flavors of chocolate starting with the bean, cacao water, super fruit gummies and developing into the deliciousness of the final product,  chocolate. Enjoy a taste of wine or spirit to complete the tasting experience!    

SOLD OUT Cheese Workshop
Dive into the art of cheese pairing with an expert-led session featuring locally crafted cheeses. Learn how to balance flavors, pair cheeses with wine, and build the perfect bite—all while enjoying a curated tasting experience.

​​Each workshop is a 45-minute, small-group experience designed to be fun, interactive, and delicious—an easy upgrade to make your Summerfest day even more memorable.

Take Home Your Favorites
Found a wine or NA beverage you love? Most vendors will have bottles and cans available for purchase, making Summerfest the perfect opportunity to stock up for summer gatherings, backyard barbecues, beach weekends, and hostess gifts.

To make shopping easy, complimentary Wine Check will be available throughout the festival. Simply purchase your bottles and continue enjoying the event without carrying them around. Wine Check will be managed by Catalina Weddings & Events. Just be sure to pick up all purchases before leaving the festival.

Gather your friends, embrace the summer vibes, and enjoy one of Kennett Square’s most anticipated events of the season.