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Athens Winery Bus Tour with Italian Lunch

Friday December 4, 2026 @ 11:00 AM to 6:30 PM

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Synopsis:

Exploring a budding area for wineries we will head about an hour Southeast of Dallas to enjoy some delicious wine in the Athens area. Be prepared to be surprised by not only beautiful vineyards but also meeting a few animal friends! We will do formal flights at two wineries but will also be stopping at Athens Brewery. This stop we are not including the tastings to keep our prices low and so you can purchase what you would like. They have not only beer but also wine, cocktails, & non alcoholic drinks.

Meal:

We will be enjoying a wonderful Italian lunch served at the 1st vineyard

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Departure Location @ 11:00 AM

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Normas Cafe, 9100 N Central Expy, Dallas, TX 75231

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Age Restrictions?
Some events are ALL ages, some have restictions.
Check the specific event to make sure.

In general:
Festivals: All ages
- Winofest
- Block Party

Site Seeing Bus Tours: All Ages
- Day Trip
- Hoppers

Winery, Brewery, Distillery Bus tours: 18+
- All Inclusive Tours
* We sometimes do family friendly versions

Boat Bash: All ages

River Tubing: All ages

Walking Tours: Depends on the theme

Pub Crawl: 21+
Boat Bash: Bring / Not Bring
SUGGESTED ITEMS TO BRING:
Floats, noodles, towels, sunscreen, water shoes, sunglasses, and beach balls. Your own easy to carry chair. There are only a few on board.

Some good questions were asked:
YES! You can bring alcohol and extra snacks
YES! There is a bathroom on board.
YES! We’re bringing awesome burgers.
YES! We'll have music and a good attitude.

Extra:
If bringing a cooler, it is best if it has wheels.
Bus Tours: Bring / Not Bring
We will give you your souvenir glass when you board.

Here is a list of ideas of what to bring:
- For sure: Government ID, temporary ones are OK
- Water! Some of the stops have them, but bring your own to be ready :)
- Snacks & beverages (Alcohol is OK as long as it stays on the bus)
- Coolers (please bring a soft, hand-held one since they are easier to store)
- Credit Card & Extra cash for extra souvenirs

Extra Items You COULD bring for a special event:
- Decorations: please nothing crass/potentially offensive
- Desserts: Not where the food is served, but at one of the other stops
- Utensils: If you bring a dessert or extra food, please provide your own

NOT allowed:
- Personal Speakers
- Cigarettes, cigars, vape: not ON the bus, there are outside areas though
- Confetti, Glitter, Silly String, anything that is hard to clean up
Charity Donations
We do work with a certain number of charities each month.
But because there are so many wonderful organizations out there, please do not be offended if we cannot support everyone's group.

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You can track who has registered and we can soft reserve spots so that you are guaranteed spaces for the event and we can customize the look to make it more personal.

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- Date of the event(look at our event page and find which one you want)
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Just go to our event page, find the event you like, select the number of tickets the voucher covers, and enter in the voucher code (usually under the bar code.)
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There is a chance that some may cancel so just shoot us an e-mail and we will get you on the wait list
We do ask that you not just show at an event, It may create confusion and let-down.
Weather: Do we cancel?
Depending on the type of event, it might be "rain or shine."

In any case, the website for that specific event will be updated every hour if there are any changed.
Winofest: Bring / Not Bring
Mostly just yourself and a good attitude!

- Acceptable ID for showing your age
- Water - there is some there but you can bring your own
- Personal Chair (we have some but if you have a favorite, feel free to bring it)
- Phone, Camera, Wallet
- Credit card for gift purchases from the vendors

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"For my first ever experience, I was very impressed with how well organized each vendor was, how prepared each were for sales, and the variety of products. Only thing I’d say was of no interest were the jewelry vendors. Hope to do this again!" — Wendy W
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"Winofest held in Tyler ❤️🌹CITY Me and my sister had a blast….great music and wine can’t wait to go again soon" — T F
"Went to the the Wine Festival sponsored by Texas Winos in Fort Worth on Saturday at Southside Preservation Hall. What a great venue!!! My friend and I had a fun time trying out the terrific selection of Texas wines, and the music was a nice backdrop. It was good to see some old favorites, as well as some new vendors, such as Decadent Saint, with a variety of extra hard mixers that were simply delicious! Multiple drink recipes possible with each flavor, they're all natural, and don't even require refrigeration. Some excellent food options, and the gourmet chocolate and olive oil vendors provided samples of their wonderful products😋. Recommend anyone to attend one of these events-you will not be disappointed!" — Pamela R
"Was a fun evening tasting the various wines presented by some of the Texas wineries. Ended up purchasing total of 11 different blends. Other vendors included cheese makers, chocolate makers, salsa/sauces, jewelry etc. we will definitely go back next time it is held in the area. Thanks guys. 👍🏼" — Jenn
"My husband and I have attended these events. And I gotta say it was fun. My husband is not much of a wine drinker and yet he found new wine to try! Will definitely attend in the near future again! This event was very interactive, loved to learn all about the different kinds of wine." — Susana V
"I was impressed with the amount of wineries that were present I brought a friend with me and we really had a great time and making contact with others who also received great information about their winery this was not my first visit and I will attend again thanks for reaching out" — Denise J
"We had a great afternoon at the Round Rock WinoFest. The small/medium size event was nice. Wines are great and we bought quite of few bottles to take home with us. Vendors were great. Loved the beef jerky, popcorn and cheese." — Christine M
"I had a great time with Texas Winos! The event was well-organized, and the wine selections were excellent. It was a fun and social experience and a great way to explore local Texas wineries without worrying about driving. I’d definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a unique group outing or date idea. I’ll be booking another tour soon!" — Kendra E
"Such a fun experience! My husband and I loved meeting and trying all the wonderful wines from the Wineries! Such a fun atmosphere! Already planning to attend the next one and with some more of our friends!" — Kristin A
"This was our first Texas Wino Event and we are already planning the next one. We had a really good time. Great atmosphere, awesome variety of vendors, everyone was very friendly and personable. Highly recommend attending a Texas Wino event!!" — Yahaira M
"I am so excited to attended this event again! Last year we had a blast and I purchased a case of my favorite wine, treats, hand made body sprays and creams. Also purchased a variety of infused olive oil. Looking forward to another great weekend!!!!!" — Sean S
"The event was so nice! I had an awesome time with my friend and we had the opportunity to taste so many wines. I thoroughly enjoyed the wine infused chocolates and wine infused coffee that I purchased. I would thoroughly recommend for anybody to experience a wine fest with TeamWinos." — BriBriMichelle
"We've been to several of these events and they are always a bunch of fun and we end up buying several bottles of wine when it's all said and done! Highly recommend! 🍷" — Hugo R
"I have attended this event twice. 11/2024 and 03/2025 and it has not disappointed either time. The vast selection of wine and snacks from all across Texas are great and the atmosphere is welcoming. The wine glasses that you get with your visit or the cutest." — Janika H
"We attended the Texas Wino event on April 26, 2025 as always we had an awesome time. We enjoyed seeing some vendors we have supported in the past and were excited to me and sample those vendors that was our first time sipping with them. In addition the food vendor choice was tasty! Can’t wait until the next event. Thanks" — Anthony F
"The event was great and there were some great vendors. I found a few new winery's that I had not tried before but are now in my weekend winery rotation. The belly of the beast was awesome as well as the beef jerky and popcorn vendor. There was also a vendor with flavored olive oil that was excellent. I wish there was wino merchandise for sale but the glasses were nice. The venue and set up was great. The venue needs to have more parking" — Angela T
"This is the second event I have attended. It's easy to get into and the wineries are excellent. Looking forward to attending another event in the future." — Paige W
"My fiancé & I went to the one in Seguin, TX. We had the best of time! The selection of wine was superb! The venue was peaceful, easy to find and had ample parking space. It was so awesome, we went ahead and booked another event in Harker Heights, TX. Can't wait to try some new wines!" — Nicole R
"The wine fest in tyler was fun. My sister was able to test her palette as a new wine 🍷 lover. I was kindof disappointed on the amount of vendors, but the ones that were there were very good." — Marilyn C
"Winofest San Antonio was a great experience, it was my very first wine tasting I have ever attended. Well organized and great atmosphere, we had a great time" — Talia C
"Enjoyed the Wino fest immensely. No pushy sales people. pleasant company. They were willing to answer all questions.other visitors were amazing also. No Karen's at all" — Katheryn H
"WINO FEST was a blast! Loved all of the different wineries! We made friends and both of us found wines we LOVED, that are local and we are visiting those wineries this weekend!" — Hunter W
"The wines were fantastic and I learned a little about each wine represented. I enjoyed the other vendors as well! Will definitely do again and again!!" — Pattie C
"This is a wonderful event! I had an incredible time with my friends at my last one. Everyone is incredibly friendly and welcoming. We had great photos opportunities and loved the wine glasses! Definitely an event I look forward to going to again!" — Rebecca B
"Had a great time. The variety of the vendors was a plus. I really like the fact that others vendors outside of wine were present as well. Food trucks and the scenic area outside in the courtyard make the event outstanding. Can't wait to attend another event!" — Althea M
"I had a great time at the wino fest in Arlington. They had a large variety of different wines from around Texas and the event was beautifully decorated." — Harley M
"On Saturday, my husband and I attended the Texas Winos wine fest in Houston! We got to taste over 20 types of wines from friendly vendors and walked out of there with three bottles of wine and a bit tipsy. It was such a fun event and Vernon made our experience so comfortable. 10/10 recommend" — Antoinette B
"My husband and I went to the Wine Fest in Tyler Texas. It was our 3 year wedding anniversary and we had a BLAST. We purchased some wine, some boozy chocolate, some lotion and some some wax for oil burners. We had a lovely time and would DEFINITELY go again. We’ve told all our family friends about this event and now they want to go too." — Stacey H
"Wine Fest was a super fun event! Loved getting to try so many new-to-me wines. Admittedly I spent way more money than I expected but only because everything was so yummy. I will definitely be back. My ONLY complaint is I wish there were more food options to snack on while there but it honestly wasn't that big of a deal." — Sarah W
"I went to a Wino event in February, and enjoyed it very much! There were many wineries present, each with several wine options for people to sample- and the pours were very generous. Also, there were a few food vendors that were equally good. The icing on the cake was the low price; I have not been anywhere else with so many samples for so little!" — Monica P
"My first time experiencing a Wine Fest, as well as my mom and boyfriend, it was great there were no big crowds or long lines. Everyone was so polite in including my elderly mom that was in an electrical scooter in this event since it was indoors and had a step that the vendors were up on, so she was a bit far away from the actual table but they were generous in speaking louder so she could hear them explaining the different types of wine. I will definitely be back to the wine fest specifically in Tyler Tx!" — Mackenzie S
"Great opportunity to learn more about wine and interact with local wineries. I loved the souvenir and found, what I believe is going to be, my favorite winery 🥰" — Ulaya D
"Some friend and I had a wonderful birthday celebration at a Winos event this weekend. The wineries present were friendly and informative with a great variety of white and reds, sweet and dry options. There were also a couple food trucks and vendors inside to help with snacking and if you have a little too much wine. This was my second event and I can’t wait to attend more. I highly recommend for a girl weekend, birthday weekend or just any opportunity to have fun with friends or family who enjoy wine." — Whitney M
"The event was amazing. It was my very 1st time , and it turned out better than I expected. I loved everything about it from learning about the different wines, to mingling with so many people. I would definitely go again. Thank y'all so much for the experience." — Monique
"We have attended 2. Wouldve been 3 but I misread the dates on the one in our hometown. Great way to get out and find different areas we wouldve never explored. San Antonio's parking was a beast, but my small car took care of that. Ample parking in Temple/Belton and spaced out and had AC. We noticed less wineries at this past weekend's, but we still had a great time at a nice venue/location! A list of confirmed vendors might be a comfort for future attendees. My mother thoroughly enjoyed her purchases. We were able to sample lotions, and chocolates, and jerky and even bacon, as well. We saw some faves from San Antonio and were able to replenish out fave wines, and grab some we didnt before. It was great. I wish the local winery Dancing Bee was in attendance, with their meads, or even Valley Mills bc Ive never tried them. The live music of Mr. Rozell was great all around, but the relaxing wine needed the uptempos to not get too relaxed. The Jones' food truck was tasty per usual. They are a Killeen staple. It would be nice to have other food types as well. The tasting is an excellent price and very smart to charge in that way. Like Germany and its fests, if you charge less for entry they are likely to pay more. We definitely purchase more, but its a treat to try the wines before purchase. Thank you for a great time and look fwd to more." — Mrs Ski
"Such a fun event! It's very personal and you really get the opportunity to talk to all the vendor's, and meet people who are really passionate about their craft." — Ryan B
"My wife and I attended our first event in Fort Worth, and we had a great time! The vintners and owners who presented their wines were extremely friendly and helpful (making no judgments if a wine was not well-received by my palate); and the event staff were really great too (shout out to Reesa [hope I got the spelling right]). We will likely become regulars at these events!" — Jim W
"My friend and I really enjoyed ourselves at this event. All of the vendors were really nice. I love that they had other vendors outside of wine vendors. I loved loved the jerk, popcorn, and bacon vendors. I love my glass that came with the purchase of my ticket. Overall, I would definitely attend another event like this. It was very well organized. I hope more events like this come about here in San Antonio." — Kiara B
"I absolutely love these events!! The unique wines from the various vendors, trinkets and food also available keep me coming back!! I’ve been to 3 events so far and looking forward to many more in the future!!" — Kimberly P
"It was my first time going to a wine tasting in Texas, I've been to plenty out of the state, and honestly this was the best one, there were plenty of booths to try new wines. Crowds don't bother me, specially if your just enjoy the atmosphere and wine. The vendors were nice and willing to answer any question we had on the wine. Definitely would be coming back and will be more friends, I was a little afraid to bring people since it was my first time, but they didn't disappoint at all. I love that there were more than just wine booths, they had some that had snacks to try, and they were good snacks too. There were plenty of different wines to try as well. Hopefully the weather next will be good so we can enjoy everything outside." — Niyla W
"Very nice environment friendly people overall was great....only thing I'm a vegetarian so would be nice if they had more vegan options because I like to eat...yeah skinny fat person haha even tho they had one vegan option still had a wonderful time so 5 stars for me😉" — James C
"I love when these events are in town. Ive gone to 3 already and ive got to experience different wines and vineyards and each vendor that goes is very passionate about what they do and are super nice. Everyone has always given me great recommendations and have taught me more about wines. I was pretty new to wine when I first went but now I can tell my friends what kind of wine I like and I can recommend some to them as well!" — Isabel G
"i love brian and the director snd all of the vendors it was nice to help set up, and to see the other side of how the fest is ran! The wines are to die for very well ran delicious treats and great variety of wines! absolutely love it! Will go again and again and again!!" — Taryn F
"Loved the event. It was great, had a wonderful time, the vendors were very knowledgeable about what they were selling and how to pair with chocolates, cigars, and fruits. The location was very easy to find, every one was so very nice. Had an enjoyable time." — Elizabeth P
"This was so much fun! We really enjoyed the atmosphere and the vendors. It was great learning about the different wines and wineries. We look forward to more events!" — Shawnda H
"I attended the event in Arlington, Texas and I had a blast. There was a good energy present due to the good music, good food and WINE!!!! I purchased a bottle and the wonderful sauces I have made with it as well as drinks!!!!!! I can’t wait for the next event!" — LeAnn V
"Texas Winos was a blast. Attended the one in Belton and it was my first time experience. I enjoyed all wine that was presented from the coffee to the flowers. There were also other vendors from cheese, jewelry, sauces, chocolate, popcorn, etc. It was an amazing experience." — Rosalyn D