Policies & Accessibility

Privacy Policy

This policy explains how information may be handled when you visit the WineFest at St. Michaels website or contact us about the festival.

Information you provide

When you contact us by email or through our contact form, you may provide your name, email address, phone number and the contents of your message. We use the information you provide to respond to your inquiry and communicate with you about your request, including event or sponsorship questions. Please do not include payment card details or other sensitive personal information in your message.

Website and third-party services

Our website uses Google Fonts and offers videos through YouTube. When your browser connects to these services, the providers may receive technical information such as your IP address, browser details and the page you visited. Video services may also use cookies or similar technologies when you play a video. Your browser settings let you manage or block cookies, although this may affect some features.

Our website hosting provider may process technical information, such as IP addresses and request logs, to deliver and protect the website. Information sent to us may also be handled by the providers we use for email and website services. Information may be disclosed where required by law.

Tickets and external links

Ticket purchases take place through LocalWineEvents.com. This website does not ask you to enter payment card details. Information provided during checkout is subject to the ticketing provider's privacy policy and terms. Links to sponsors, social media and other websites lead to services with their own privacy practices; please review their policies before sharing information.

Your information and choices

You can choose what information to share when contacting us. To ask about information you have provided, how it is retained, or to request a correction or deletion, Contact Us. Some information may need to be retained for legal, accounting or other legitimate recordkeeping purposes.

Adults and updates

WineFest is an event for adults age 21 and older, and this website is intended for an adult audience. We may update this policy as the website or our practices change. The date above indicates the latest revision.

Accessibility Statement

We want WineFest at St. Michaels to be welcoming, and we want visitors to be able to find event information and plan their visit. Our goal is to improve the usability and accessibility of this website for people with a range of abilities and access needs.

Website accessibility

This website has not undergone a comprehensive independent accessibility audit, and we do not claim full conformance with a specific accessibility standard. Some content, including photo descriptions, videos and third-party ticketing services, may present barriers. We welcome feedback about anything that is difficult to access or use.

Request help or report a barrier

If you have trouble using the website or need information in another format, Contact Us. Please include the page or feature involved, a brief description of the difficulty, and your preferred way for us to contact you. You do not need to share medical information.

Planning your visit

WineFest takes place at multiple venues throughout St. Michaels, and accessibility varies by location. Some venues have gravel driveways or parking areas that may be difficult to navigate with a wheelchair or other mobility aid. For questions about access at specific venues or other accessibility needs, please contact us before your visit so we can help you plan.

Tickets, Refunds & Cancellations

Purchasing tickets

Tickets are sold through LocalWineEvents.com. Before purchasing, review your selected ticket's dates, admission times, included experiences, total price and checkout terms. Keep your order confirmation for reference.

Refunds and weather

WineFest is a rain-or-shine event. Tickets are nonrefundable. Please consider your plans carefully before completing your purchase.

For assistance, Contact Us and include your ticket confirmation number. Please do not send payment card details.

Event Rules

Age and identification

WineFest is for guests age 21 and older. Bring valid government-issued photo identification showing your date of birth. Each guest must check in personally for age verification and their festival admission credentials. Children are not permitted.

Alcohol and responsible enjoyment

Alcohol must remain inside designated festival venues. Please finish or dispose of your wine before leaving a tasting venue, and follow the directions of event and venue staff. Enjoy tastings responsibly, make use of the water stations, and arrange safe transportation.

Pets and service animals

Pets are not permitted. Service animals are not pets and are permitted as required by applicable law. For questions about venue access or other accessibility needs, please see our Accessibility Statement or contact us before your visit.

Photography & Video

Photography and video recording may take place during WineFest. Event images may appear on the WineFest website, social media or materials promoting the festival.