A Summer to Savor: Chateau Ste. Michelle Welcomes a Season of Wine and Immersive Experiences
Woodinville, WA
Chateau Ste. Michelle, Washington’s founding winery, ushers in the summer season with a dynamic lineup of events and immersive experiences set against its iconic Woodinville estate. From music-filled evenings and seasonal celebrations to thoughtfully crafted tastings and outdoor gatherings, the season invites guests to explore the property in new ways. Highlights include the return of the beloved Summer Concert Series, special events like the Big Match Watch Party on June 12 to cheer on Team USA and the Midsummer Blending Event on August 1, where guests can experience a winemaker-led blending demonstration before crafting their own custom white blend. The season also features a full calendar of weekly programming, from courtyard DJ sessions to rotating lunch and pairing menus designed by the Chateau Kitchen culinary team.
As the season unfolds, guests can also look forward to signature experiences and standout moments, including the Avants Classics on the Green Car Show on July 12, which brings rare and vintage automobiles to the Chateau’s scenic grounds. Alongside these marquee events, ongoing tastings and hands-on experiences include blending sessions, garden-inspired High Teas, and Private Cabanas, offering new ways to connect with Washington wines and the spirit of summer at Chateau Ste. Michelle’s historic estate.
To explore the full list of seasonal offerings and year-round winery experiences, visit ste-michelle.com.
Upcoming Events:
The Big Match Watch Party | June 12 | Free admission
Cheer on Team USA in style as the winery transforms into the ultimate matchday destination. Whether you’re a diehard soccer fan or just there for the atmosphere, it’s the perfect way to celebrate every goal. Wine will be available by the glass or bottle, and food options will be available for purchase. All ages welcome.
Avants Classics on the Green Car Show | July 12 | $80 per person
This 6th annual car show features exquisite, rare, and vintage automobiles set among the beautiful grounds of Chateau Ste. Michelle. Tickets include a commemorative wine glass and two drink tokens. All ages welcome. Early bird pricing is $80 per person through June 14, then tickets increase to $100 per person.
Midsummer Blending Event | August 1 | $150 per person
Witness Chateau Ste. Michelle’s White Winemaker, Taylor Butterfield, craft a signature white blend perfect for summer! Savor wine varietals as you watch her blending process – then apply your learnings in creating and bottling your own white blend to take home! Tickets available soon at ste-michelle.com.
Auction of Washington Wines Winemaker Picnic | August 14 | Starting at $100 per person
Set on the beautiful grounds of Chateau Ste. Michelle, over 80 talented winemakers gather to showcase the best of Washington wine. Indulge in gourmet bites curated by local chefs and sample delicious wines while mingling with the winemakers. Guests can bid on future release wines at lively barrel auction, benefitting Seattle Children’s, WSU Viticulture and Enology, and VITAL Wines, who promote vineyard health and wellness.
Courtyard Sessions | Select Saturdays | Free admission
Settle into the afternoon in Chateau Ste. Michelle’s courtyard, featuring a live DJ, award-winning wines, and bites to eat. Seating is first come, first served, and all ages are welcome.
Friday & Saturday Night Music | Free admission
Join Chateau Ste. Michelle on select Friday and Saturday nights to enjoy live music performed by local Seattle-area musicians. Wine will be available by the glass or bottle, and the daily Chateau Kitchen food menu will be available for purchase
Chateau Ste. Michelle Summer Concert Series | Ticket prices vary
The winery’s beloved outdoor Summer Concert Series returns in 2026 with 25 legendary performances hosted in the winery’s outdoor amphitheater. From Bob Dylan, to Boyz II Men, to The Fray, to Dierks Bentley, the 2026 lineup has something for every type of music lover.
Ongoing Experiences:
The Somm’s Table | $110 per person
Enjoy a deep dive, five-course wine and food pairing experience led by Chateau Ste. Michelle’s Wine Education team. Savor thoughtfully prepared food from Executive Chef Meghan Morrill, showcasing the amazing versatility of wine.
Feature Flight Tasting | Starting at $30 per person
Enjoy a tasting flight of four distinctive wines from Chateau Ste. Michelle’s Reserve and Limited Release collections of wines. This tasting is offered indoors, or on the Chateau front lawn or patio.
The Art of Sparkling | $40 per person NEW!
Your experience includes a curated flight of four sparkling wines, poured to highlight nuance, balance, and brightness. Enhance the tasting experience with an optional bubble bites, crafted to harmonize beautifully with each selection. Crisp, celebratory, and effortlessly elegant – this is sparkling, reimagined.
The Red Collective | $75 per person
Indulge in a tasting flight of four distinctive red wines from Chateau Ste. Michelle’s winery exclusive, small production Artist Series, Impetus, and Limited Release collections in the winery’s newest tasting space. All tastings are served with a selection of charcuterie to perfectly complement your wine selection.
BLEND Experience | $150 per person
This unique, hands-on experience takes you through tasting five different wine varietals from Chateau Ste. Michelle’s award-winning vineyards, learning about each as you go. Learn how to mix and refine your unique blend until you feel it’s just right. Finally, bottle your creation complete with your own custom label and your masterpiece will be ready to take home to share with friends and family!
Private Cabana | $50 per person
Enjoy an outdoor escape in a private cabana nestled on the winery’s beautiful grounds. Each cabana includes a sampling of the featured wine flight and seating for up to five guests in a secluded spot in the Chateau’s sunken garden.
Rose Garden “High Tea” | $75 per person NEW!
Chateau Ste. Michelle’s take on “High Tea” includes a wine-centric pairing of classic tea party bites and Limited Release wines, situated among the beautiful Rose Garden, with over 400 different types of roses.
Northstar Tasting Salon | Starting at $30 per person NEW!
This new space showcases the world-class, critically acclaimed wine and experiences you love from Northstar Winery in Walla Walla, on the west side of the state. Choose from a selection of tastings, including a Winemaker Select Flight, Premier Merlot Tasting, Library Tasting, and Food and Wine Pairing.
For a complete list of winery events and seasonal experiences and for reservations, visit ste-michelle.com.
About Chateau Ste. Michelle
Chateau Ste. Michelle is Washington’s founding winery and a driving force behind the state’s global reputation for world-class wines. For nearly 60 years, we’ve crafted award-winning wines that balance structure, complexity, and elegance - shaped by Washington’s distinctive growing region and guided by Head Winemaker Katie Nelson. Our portfolio spans classic varietals, iconic estate vineyards, and small-lot releases that resonate with collectors and casual enthusiasts alike. Just outside Seattle, our historic estate in Woodinville invites guests to experience wine beyond the glass through immersive tastings, a dynamic culinary program, and our nationally recognized summer concert series. With a legacy of innovation and deep respect for place, Chateau Ste. Michelle continues to raise the bar for Washington wine as an iconic, trusted, welcoming winery made to foster connections.
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