THE MARKETPLACE
Saturday, February 3, 2018, 11 AM – 6 PM
Sunday, February 4, 2018, Noon – 4 PM

Sip Nibble Sigh, Buy!

The festival returns on Saturday and Sunday for two casual delight-filled days. Carolina wineries, signature chocolatiers and fine artisans present products for sale.
 
Visitors try sips and nibbles as they explore shops along the European Street-styled Marketplace while enjoying music from a variety of Acoustical-styled performances by Artists playing from a variety of musical genres in the Grand Hall and/or Culinary Demonstrations at the Chef Skip Laskody Demonstration Stage Sponsored by Farmin on Front, Wilmington’s NEW Urban-style Grocery located on North Front Street in Wilmington.  Demonstrations are at scheduled times by  show favorites, GAMMS, Taste the Olive and Farmin on Front and more!
 
Wine will be available by the glass, bottle or case. Chocolate and specialty food vendors will have sweets and savories available by the box, the slice, or the pound. Festival goers can enjoy their purchases on-site or send them to our Concierge Booth for storage until they depart for home. Concierge Services are provided courtesy of 101 Mobility and Choice Connections.
 
Bring the kids for scheduled activities or to play in the “Fun Time” Kid’s Korner, ​Sponsored by “Funtime Inflatables & Party Rentals”.  Funtime is a local company offering rentals of inflatables and concessions, and other needs to make your kids next party the best kid’s party ever!  info@[email protected] .
 
Or have lunch at the Diamond Café operated by 'Diamond Food Enterprise.'  Or enjoy it at one of our tables, provided courtesy of ​Lowe’s Home Improvement of Monkey Junction, on the Terrace overlooking the river.
 
Don’t miss the Artisan Crafter’s booths with many beautiful and lovely gift ideas.
 
There’s fun for all ages and something about the Wilmington Wine & Chocolate Festival for everyone to love!  Speaking of love….Valentine’s Day is right around the corner! Find gifting treasures for your sweetheart handcrafted by NC Artisans while pursing the festival! 

COASTLINE CONFERENCE AND EVENT CENTER 
501 Nutt Street
Downtown Wilmington, North Carolina 28401 • (910) 762-5184


GRAND TASTING 
Advanced Tickets Available Only Online 
Tickets Are Available At The Door While They Last!


MARKETPLACE 
​Marketplace Tickets available Online & at your local Harris Teeter Stores
Tickets Are Available At The Door

Concierge Services provided by the 101 Mobility, local provider of mobility and accessibility equipment in southeastern North Carolina and Choice Connections, providing Lifestyle Options for Senior Living.

GRAND TASTING
Friday, February 2, 2018
7-10 p.m. 
Heavy Hors d’oeuvres
Music
Entertainment

WINE & CHOCOLATE
MARKETPLACE
Saturday, February 3, 2018
11 a.m. to 6 p.m., and
Sunday, February 4, 2018
noon - 4 p.m.
Live Entertainment
Culinary Demos
Kid’s Korner Activities
Wine, Chocolate, Food and Artisan Exhibitors!
Something for Everyone​
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