Grampians Grape Escape

Come to the Grampians Grape Escape in a beautiful setting and relish some of the finest meals and wines the Grampians offers.

With more than 90 stalls, the Grampians Grape Escape offers delicious gourmet food, live music, authentic Aussie wines, and masterclasses that provide tips on various creative cooking methods.

Grampians Grape Escape 2025 Dates & Dinner Ticket Prices, Halls Gap

Kickstart your weekend at Feel-Good Friday with local bands, food trucks, and top-notch local drops at the festival bar. Then, dive headfirst into Saturday and Sunday as the village comes alive with 90+ stalls offering everything from fine wine and boutique whisky to crispy calamari and handcrafted candles. Throw in masterclasses, guest chefs, all-day tunes, and free fun for the kids, and you’ve got yourself one unforgettable culinary adventure!

Wine & Food

Grampians Grape Escape has celebrated the region’s finest wine and food for over three decades. Foodies and wine aficionados will indulge in world-class wines, delicious offerings from food trucks and local producers, and engaging exhibitor masterclasses and cooking demos by guest chefs. Whether you’re tasting, learning, or soaking up the atmosphere, GGE is the ultimate weekend for food and wine lovers.

Exhibitor Stalls
Embark on a flavourful journey through the finest wines of the Grampians, Pyrenees, and Henty regions. Enjoy craft beers and ciders and discover treasures from local producers and artisans. With up to 100 exhibitors, each year offers fresh and exciting experiences.
SATURDAY & SUNDAY ONLY.

Guest Chefs
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the demonstration marquee as we welcome an incredible lineup of guest chefs to showcase their culinary skills! From innovative techniques to mouthwatering creations, you’ll be inspired by the best in the business.
SATURDAY & SUNDAY ONLY.

Tastings
GGE offers the ultimate ‘try before you buy’ experience! Tasting Ticket holders can explore hundreds of wines, beers, and ciders throughout the festival. After sampling, stock up on your favourite drops and store them in the Wine Store so your hands are free for dancing!
SATURDAY & SUNDAY ONLY.

Masterclasses
Take your festival experience up a notch with insider tips from expert exhibitors. Enjoy a range of free masterclasses, from pickling techniques to building your wine collection. With over 10 skill-boosting sessions throughout the weekend, you can choose one—or attend them all!
SATURDAY & SUNDAY ONLY

Cooking Demonstrations
Get inspired to create your own gourmet feast at home with cooking demonstrations led by guest chefs and expert exhibitors. From simple tips that will make you the hero of mealtime to pro secrets that’ll take your culinary skills up a notch, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
SATURDAY & SUNDAY ONLY.

Food Stalls
With a mouth-watering variety of food stalls, there’s something to satisfy every craving at GGE. Savour a juicy burger, dive into flavourful Spanish paella, or enjoy the festival favourite—pizza. And don’t forget to treat yourself to a delectable glazed donut, the perfect sweet finish to your culinary adventure!

Live Music

Kick off the festival weekend with Feel-Good Friday! Start with the smooth blues vibes of The DooDads, rock out to Aussie classics with The Double Agents, then dance the night away with festival favourite The Settlement, followed by No Mistake bringing the energy. On Saturday and Sunday, the music stage will keep the good times rolling with an eclectic mix of reggae, country, folk, and rock – the perfect soundtrack to a weekend of great wine, food and fun!

FRI 2 MAY

The DooDads
Local legends The DooDads are kicking off Feel-Good Friday at Grampians Grape Escape! Led by blues veteran Ron Tabuteau, who’s shared stages with Aussie greats like Smokestack Lightning and Chris Wilson, the band also features harmonica maestro Marcus “Sparky” Thomson, bassist Tim Lewis, and drummer James “Emu” McMurtrie.

The Double Agents
This Ararat-based band is all about fun, with a setlist that’ll have you singing along to pop, rock, country and even a bit of grunge! Formed by Jason Meehan and Jesse Bunge from Orange Whip and Dave Nicholson, The Double Agents will turn up the energy on Friday 2nd just after 5pm. But wait – this time, they’ll look a little different! Winemaking keys-master Simon Fennell will join the A-Team, and Ash Nicholson will also feature in for a tune or two.

The Settlement
Known for their incredible live energy, this local favourite is sure to bring the house down on a day when the community comes together to warmly welcome visitors and kick-start the fun we all need right now. Their track “Feels Like Home” is featured in our digital campaign and couldn’t be more fitting.

No Mistake
Closing out Feel-Good Friday with a bang is No Mistake! With members hailing from the Grampians and Central Victoria, this four-piece band is known for their high-energy performances, from pub gigs to big outdoor festivals. With a crowd-pleasing setlist packed with hits – from Teenage Dirtbag to Sweet Caroline – they’ll have everyone feeling good!

SAT 3 MAY

Flynn Gurry
Warrnambool’s Flynn Gurry is making waves with his raw, soul-stirring sound. Fresh off a European tour, he’s back on Aussie soil, opening for Ian Moss and hitting the road with Pierce Brothers. Despite being a rising star, Flynn has already shared the stage with legends like King Stingray, Ash Grunwald and Kim Churchill – proof that he’s one to watch.

Bel Kil
Hailing from a farm in the Northern Grampians, Bel Kil’s music blends storytelling, infectious melodies and cinematic production – and we’re claiming her as ours forever! With tracks like My Year and Rose Street earning semi-finalist spots in the International Songwriting Competition and airplay on Triple J Unearthed, PBS, SYN & FBi, Bel is a rising star you won’t want to miss.

Crown Heights
Bringing sunshine, good vibes, and world-class reggae, Crown Heights is set to get the vibes. Founded by Marvin Priest – son of reggae legend Maxi Priest – this powerhouse seven-piece band fuses influences from Jamaica, London, New Zealand, Brazil, Samoa and Sri Lanka for a sound that transports you straight to a tropical island.

Jason Singh
Get ready for an epic Saturday at Grampians Grape Escape as Jason Singh, powerhouse vocalist and frontman of Taxiride, takes over the stage with his Heaven’s Greatest Hits show! Expect tributes to icons like Michael Hutchence, Prince, Elvis, Bowie, Michael Jackson, George Michael, Freddie – and more! And for Taxiride fans? He’s got a few of your favourites lined up too.

SUN 4 MAY

Smoke Stack Rhino
If you were there last year, you felt the ground move when Smoke Stack Rhino hit the stage! Hailed by Beat Magazine as “Australia’s most exciting up-and-coming blues and roots rockers”, this band from the swamps of the Yarra Valley delivers blues-rock with serious bite. Think raunchy riffs, howling vocals and grooves so deep you’ll lose yourself in them.

No Plans
We couldn’t think of a better way to wrap up an incredible Grampians Grape Escape weekend than with No Plans! These local legends tore up last year’s Feel-Good Friday stage, so we’re bringing them back to send us off with the ultimate party set! After a weekend of fantastic food, wine and community spirit, you won’t want to miss this epic finale!

Little Wise
Blending vintage Americana with modern folk-rock, Sophie Klein from Little Wise will captivate you with her soulful voice and storytelling. Her upcoming album Taken by a Feeling is already making waves, with two tracks reaching the semi-finals of the International Songwriting Competition. She’s wowed crowds from Tamworth to Nashville’s Bluebird Café – now it’s GGE’s turn!

Aaron D’Arcy
Blending Alt-Country, Rock, and Americana, Aaron D’Arcy’s sound echoes legends like Springsteen and Mellencamp. With a 2024 Josie Music Award nomination for Song of the Year (US) and a Tamworth Songwriting Award nod, his storytelling and nostalgic melodies create the perfect soundtrack for sipping wine.

Kid’s Activities

At Grampians Grape Escape, it’s not just about the adults—kids are in for a treat too! Across Saturday and Sunday in the festival village, children will find plenty to keep them entertained, allowing parents to relax and enjoy a local beverage or two. Kid-friendly fun ensures everyone can unwind and make the most of the weekend.

Little Adventurer’s Precinct
Let your kids’ imaginations run wild at the David O Jones Mitre 10 Little Adventurer’s Precinct! Join the creative fun with The Indirect Object crew and get hands-on at the popular herb and flower planting sessions led by the David O Jones Mitre 10 team.

Stop & Play Stations
From Play-Doh to Mega Blocks, kitchen adventures to oversized wooden games, our Stop & Play stations are strategically located across the festival grounds. They keep kids entertained and give parents the opportunity to taste the wines and meet the makers. These stations are a perennial favourite and guarantee endless amusement!

Climbing & Dancing
Rock climbing, made possible by Stawell Gold Mines, is always a crowd favorite, and kids can’t get enough of the lively tunes. Grampians Grape Escape takes pride in being one of the most family-friendly festivals around.

Feel Good Friday

Feel-Good Friday will kick off the Grampians Grape Escape weekend with a bang! This isn’t just any old Friday night – FGF a community celebration featuring an incredible line-up of local talent. Catch live performances from DooDads, The Double Agents, The Settlement and No Mistake, setting the vibe for the weekend ahead.

Enjoy a sneak peek of the festival with food trucks offering delicious bites – just a taste of what’s in store when the full festival village opens on Saturday at 10am. With early bird tickets at just $40 and 2-for-1 tickets for Grampians locals, let the good times roll!