wELCOME TO 86’ED WINE FESTIVAL
A one-night-only peek into the inner workings of community and hospitality. Fill your cup physically and metaphorically with some of the best natural wine, food and company we can find.
LIFTING THE VEIL
In the hospitality industry, certain experiences are usually reserved for those behind the scenes. 86’ed Wine Festival aims to pull back the curtain and invite everyone to taste the magic that happens when a group of people who love food and wine come together to celebrate both.
There is nothing quite like tasting wine with the person who made it; fully immersed in their stories, passion, and craft. Those of us in the industry are lucky to experience that level of connection and insight, and now, we want to share it with you.
Wine is the medium for bringing you into the inner workings of high quality hospitality. Taste incredible natural wine while seeing a side of bars and kitchens you might’ve never known existed. We are inviting you to join friends who enjoy each other’s company as well as each other’s craft!
Old Gray Cemetery is the backdrop, a 14-acre historic cemetery filled with history and lush greenery, reminding us to connect and be present. Centrally located in Knoxville, you’ll be right in the middle of the action.
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6-10 PM
October 17th, 2025
Old Gray Cemetery
543 N Broadway, Knoxville, TN 37917 -
Yes. Admittance is for guests who have purchased a ticket prior to the event. Tickets will be sold in a limited quanitiy.
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No.
We love them all, but this event it for persons 21 years of age and older.
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There is ample street parking available along Tyson St. and across Broadway at Emory Place for those bringing a designated driver.
We also encourage guests imbibing to use taxi service or rideshare app to ensure everyone arrives and departs safely.
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Samplings of over 30 wines and food from 8 local chefs!
