Class Is in Session
Wine & Culture Fest 2026 is coming to Philly.
The Re-Education of the Palate
Class is officially back in session.
Wine & Culture Fest returns in 2026 with Summer School, a bold, immersive experience taking over the historic Bok Building in Philadelphia. This is not a traditional wine festival; it is a cultural institution for one day only, where wine, food, music, and global heritage intersect across multiple floors, rooms, and rooftops.
We are transforming a former schoolhouse into a living campus, complete with tasting labs, visiting professors, a curated marketplace, and a graduation-style rooftop celebration. Come ready to learn, taste, connect, and celebrate.
What to Expect
Day School (11:00 AM – 3:00 PM)
A curated daytime experience focused on education, culture, and community.
Wine and grain seminars led by industry leaders and cultural voices.
Guided tastings and interactive sessions
Curated artisan and lifestyle marketplace featuring local and global makers.
Panel conversations, office hours, and interactive installations.
Intermission (3:00 PM – 7:00 PM)
Campus clears for reset. Guests are encouraged to explore South Philly or return later for the night session.
Night School: The R.I.C.E Exchange (8:00 PM – 11:00 PM)
A high-energy culinary and cultural celebration.
Unlimited chef-curated rice dishes inspired by the Global Diaspora.
Wine pairings designed to complement each dish and tell a story in every glass.
Live DJs, music-driven activations, and immersive visuals.
A transformed gymnasium turned cultural lab and party space.
VIP Graduation: Rosé Rooftop Lounge
For select guests, graduation happens on the 7th floor.
Private rooftop access with skyline views.
Unlimited premium Rosé and sparkling wines.
Golden hour sunset toast.
Exclusive photo moments and luxury Diploma Bag.
The Setting & Style
The Setting: The Bok Building | South Philadelphia
A historic former vocational school reimagined as a multi-floor cultural campus. Expect classrooms, hallways, gyms, and rooftops all activated with intention and style.
Dress Code: Scholastic Chic
Think summer prep meets cultural cool: linen blazers, sundresses, loafers, graduation white, and playful academic details.
Ticket Tiers
Wine & Culture Fest 2026 offers multiple enrollment levels, from daytime access to full-campus VIP experiences. Capacity is limited, and select sessions have capped seating.
Important Notes
This is a 21+ event.
Day and night sessions are ticketed experiences.
All Day School guests must exit the building during intermission.
VIP and Honor Roll guests receive additional details via email prior to the event.
Enrollment is limited.
Excellence is required.
Secure your seat before the final bell.
No spam. Just the syllabus, the drop date, and priority access.
Summer School 2026 | Philadelphia
Wine. Culture. Re-education.