We’re proud welcome visitors to Vancouver for our 2025 festival, February 22-March 2.

Make the most of your time in the city and beyond at VanWineFest. Destination Vancouver is an excellent resource for winter activities in and around the city with attractions, neighbourhood guides, events, Indigenous culture, mountain sports, and travel information.

Dining Out

If you’re looking for an exceptional wine and dining experience, book a reservation at one of the VanWineFest Wine Program Excellence Award winning restaurants. Browse Wine Program Excellence Award winners from 2024 with suggestion in Vancouver, Vancouver Island and Whistler.

Vancouver is a renowned city for dining out. Here are a few guides to check out as you plan your trip to the west coast:

Eater, by Nikki Bayley
The 38 Essential Vancouver Restaurants

Vancouver is Awesome, Michele Guide
76 Vancouver restaurants honoured in 2024

Michelin Guide
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MSN: How to Spend a Stunning Weekend in Vancouver

The New York Times: 36 Hours in Vancouver

Sunday Times, by Hannah Ralph
The North American city so delicious it didn’t need Michelin

Vancouver Magazine: 2024 Restaurant Award Winners

Plan your #VIWF Experience

Forbes, by Noel Burgess
Vancouver International Wine Festival: Global Tasting In Your Glass 

The Telegraph, by Laura French
The best things to do in Vancouver this winter