About the Harvest Wine & Food Festival
Produced by the Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation (DCWAF), the Harvest Wine & Food Festival is one of the Emerald Coast's most anticipated food and wine events. Each October, the beautiful beachside community of WaterColor in South Walton plays host to four days of exceptional wine, cuisine, and culinary programming — all in support of a deeply meaningful charitable mission.
DCWAF was founded in 2005 to unite wine lovers in raising funds for children in need across Northwest Florida. Since its founding, the organization has donated more than $35 million to 17 area children's charities. The Harvest Festival is one of its signature fundraising events of the year.
Festival Highlights
Harvest Wine Dinner: An intimate multi-course dinner pairing top chefs with celebrated winemakers for an elevated culinary experience.
Grand Tasting: The festival's centerpiece — an expansive outdoor tasting where guests sample wines from around the world alongside bites from acclaimed Emerald Coast restaurants.
Harvest After Dark: An evening event featuring curated cocktails, entertainment, and a more social atmosphere.
Location
The festival takes place in WaterColor, a master-planned community on 30A that borders Western Lake and the Gulf of Mexico. The WaterColor Inn & Resort serves as the hub of festival activities, providing a stunning coastal backdrop for the weekend's events.
