The Coonawarra Cabernet Celebrations is an annual event in October highlighting the premium wines produced in the Coonawarra region.
The event, which features many activities for wine enthusiasts, foodies, and families, is one of the most anticipated in the community calendar.
Coonawarra Cabernet Celebrations 2025 Dates & Participating Wineries
The region’s top talent in food, wine, and music combine to provide visitors with a world-class experience for the senses.
It’s also known for its iconic activities, including the Retrospective Wine Tasting and the Masterclass.
2025 Coonawarra Cabernet Celebrations Golf Day
For lovers of golf and wine, the annual Coonawarra Cabernet Celebrations Golf Day is a guaranteed great day out.
Tee off the SA Labour Day Long Weekend in South Australia’s premier red wine region at the 7th annual Coonawarra Cabernet Celebrations Golf Day presented by SAFM & TripleM.
Teams of 4 are invited to register for an all-inclusive Ambrose event at the picturesque Penola Golf Course.
Enjoy fabulous food and world-class wines as teams hit the green with the who’s who of the Coonawarra Wine Region. Be treated to a glass of sparkling cabernet and a gourmet breaky treat on arrival, as well as BBQ lunch and post-match nibbles paired with a selection of Coonawarra Wines post-golf.
There are team and individual novelty prizes to be won, including the title of Champion Team and the coveted “red jackets,” which will be ceremoniously presented to the winning team.
Food & Wine Experiences
Wine, Dine, taste and indulge…
Experience something truly delectable in Coonawarra this October.
Celebrate, educate, and activate your senses with an array of culinary experiences at cellar doors and dining establishments across our region and the greater Limestone Coast.
From produce platters and light bites to brunches, lavish lunches and dinners to delight, there are tasty treats galore to satisfy your tastebuds all month long!
Be sure to book in advance to secure your seat at the table where ticketed events are concerned!
Get Hands-On
This October… There is more than just wine to be enjoyed during Cabernet Celebrations month.
Experience the satisfaction of blending your own wine at Wynns Coonawarra, channel your inner Italian at DiGiorgio Family Wines with a Pastaclass not to be missed, or try your hand at pickling, smoking, brining, and preserving with acclaimed local Chef, Paul Stone at Ottelia!
Hop on- Hop off Service
For just $20 per person per day, you can toss away your keys and leave the driving to someone else! Kick back and enjoy unlimited travel to wineries between 10:30am and 4.30pm with the Cabernet Celebrations Shuttle Bus.
The CCC Day pass is $20 pp for unlimited travel throughout the day, with first pick up from the Penola Coonawarra Visitor Information Centre.
Tickets for the Shuttle bus must be purchased ONLINE. Upon boarding the bus on the allocated day of service, passengers will receive a wristband.
There is so much going on within the 20 days that it is impossible to mention everything on one page. Please refer to the official event program here for full details on events, dates, times, venues, and ticket prices.
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