We invite you to enjoy the total solar eclipse with us on April 8 at our vineyard! Here’s the details:
-The “Toast to Totality” event will be from 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm on April 8. We encourage you to arrive early (but no earlier than 11 am) to secure parking and event tickets.
-The tasting room will be open to the public from 11 am to 2 pm for wine tasting and sales. We will close off the entrance to our winery and vineyard at 2:00 pm, and no cars will be admitted from 2-4:30 pm during the event. The tasting room will be closed for wine tasting and sales from 2:00- 4:30 pm during the event. The tasting room will open up again from 4:30-6 pm for wine tasting and sales.
-The event will be held rain or shine (or snow- this is Vermont, after all!) The event will be held outside, so dress accordingly. We strongly suggest wearing mud boots, too.
-Tickets: Adults 21+ are $20 per person, which includes one glass of one of our table wines and parking: Ages 6-20 $10 per person which includes a soft drink or juice box; Ages 5 and under are free.
-Bring your own ISO certified viewing glasses. We are not liable for any injury caused by viewing the eclipse at the event.
-No outside alcohol is allowed on our premises, per regulations. Anyone found with outside alcohol will be escorted off the property immediately with no refund of ticket.
-You are welcome to bring your own snacks and food to the event.
-No pets allowed at our event, please. Our farm standard poodles, Zola and Delia, will be circulating the crowd for petting and cuddles!
-Bring your own lawn chairs or blankets.
-Weather permitting, we will have fire pit in the vineyard.
***BRING CASH as high internet traffic is likely to cause disruptions, which may make credit/debit card processing challenging.
If you would like to make an advance reservation for this event, please email us at [email protected]. Payment for tickets is expected upon your arrival on the day of the event.
We hope to see you on April 8 and look forward to enjoying our “Toast to Totality” with you here at Hillis’ Sugarbush Farm & Vineyard!
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