Explore the South’s Best Culinary and Cultural Events

The festivals, fundraisers, and Southern happenings on our radar.

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JXN Food & Wine Festival 2026

Jackson, Mississippi

JXN Food & Wine Festival, the culinary festival celebrating the food scene in Jackson returns with an exciting expansion for their 2026 event.

Mar

28

Rum Revival at the Golden Nugget in Lake Charles event listing

Rum Revival

Lake Charles, Louisiana

Rum Revival in Lake Charles, Louisiana celebrates Gulf Coast ties to the Caribbean with bold flavors and festive traditions

Apr

3

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Apr

4

UNwineD presented by Publix and Southern Living cocktail truck
Annual

UNwineD, Presented by Publix and Southern Living

Panama City Beach, Florida

UNwineD brings together leading Southern chefs, global wine and spirits, craft beer, live entertainment, cooking demonstrations and more.

Apr

9

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Apr

12

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Annual

Fort Worth Food & Wine Festival 2026

Fort Worth, Texas

The Fort Worth Food and Wine Festival is back for another year, with new experiences and culinary collaborations.

Apr

9

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Apr

11

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Annual

10th Annual University City Wine Fest

Charlotte, North Carolina

The 10th annual University City Wine Fest will kick off with a Royal Wine Dinner on April 9th and Wine on the Water experience on April 10th.

Apr

10

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Apr

11

Hogs for the Cause guys dressed as pigs
Annual

Hogs for the Cause 2026

New Orleans, Louisiana

Hogs for the Cause fundraiser event is back in New Orleans for another year with limited single day tickets available.

Apr

16

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Apr

19

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Annual

39th Annual Sandestin Wine Festival

South Walton, Florida

The Sandestin Wine Festival returns this April, bringing four days of exceptional wine and coastal cuisine to Village of Baytowne Wharf at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort.

Apr

16

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Apr

19

Greenville Spring Fest Euphoria event
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Spring Fest

Greenville, South Carolina

Spring Fest in Greenville is designed for cocktail & wine enthusiasts, food lovers, and music aficionados alike.

Apr

20

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Apr

26

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Annual

Charleston Cocktail Week

Charleston, South Carolina

Charleston Cocktail Week showcases the best bars and restaurants in the area at the 5th annual cocktail festival this April.

Apr

22

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Apr

26

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Columbia Food & Wine Festival 2026

Columbia, South Carolina

The Columbia Food & Wine Festival is back for its ninth year with 10 events, 100+ chefs, and entertainment for everyone.

Apr

24

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Apr

26

Nashville Food and Wine Festival
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Music City Food & Wine Festival 2026

Nashville, Tennessee

Music City Food & Wine Festival is Nashville's premier culinary event that celebrates the city's cuisine and culture through hyperlocal chef showcases, expansive food, wine and spirit tastings and unique dining experiences.

May

4

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Behind You Classic Golf Tournament

Cary, North Carolina

The Behind You Classic golf tournament is back for another year after raising $26,500 in2025 for SSF's Behind You mental health program.