Illustration of felt figures in knitted sweaters sharing a holiday dinner at a table with a roast, cocoa and a small tree (November Deck the Halls)
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November Deck the Halls

Visitors embark on a self-guided tour of participating wineries decked out for the holiday season around Seneca Lake. Guests sample specially curated food and wine pairings, enjoy additional wine tastings, and collect unique ornaments to decorate a grapevine wreath. Designated drivers receive food samples, non-alcoholic drinks, and a souvenir travel mug.

Nov 20 – Dec 6, 2026 21+

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Plan Your Visit

Tickets

$35–$120 for each listed Deck the Halls event.

Food & Drink

Tasters receive a food sample paired with a 1-ounce wine tasting and three additional half-ounce tastings at each winery; designated drivers receive food and a non-alcoholic beverage.

Location

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Seneca Lake Wine Trail · Watkins Glen, NY 14891 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 ⚪ ⚪ ⚪ ⚪ (1/5)

Best For

Adult wine-loving couples and friends

Vibe

Festive and leisurely

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Buy December tickets right away, because the November weekend is sold out and December was nearly sold out in early October.
  • Pick the right weekend when you buy, because tickets can't be exchanged between the November and December weekends.
  • Buy your whole group's tickets on one order so everyone gets the same starting winery, and keep the group at six or fewer.
  • Have the QR code ready on your phone or printed out, because your ticket gets scanned at every participating winery.
  • Spread your winery visits over all three days, since tickets are good for the whole weekend and each winery is visited only once.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Fairfield by Marriott Geneva Finger Lakes gives attendees a discount on stays during event weekends with code S5235, booked through Marriott's website.
  • Weekend packages with Sip Back and Relax Tours include event tickets, two nights at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Geneva, hotel breakfasts and Saturday transportation (sold out for November).
  • Third-party ticket insurance can be added to your order, since tickets aren't refunded for illness or bad weather.
  • November weekend ticket holders can join a waiting list by email or phone in case resale tickets come up.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

What do I get with a tasting ticket?

At each winery you get a food sample paired with a 1-ounce wine tasting, then three more ½-ounce tastings. At your starting winery you also pick up a wreath packet with a grapevine wreath, a recipe book and a wine glass. You collect one ornament at every winery you visit.

What does a designated driver get?

Designated drivers get a souvenir travel mug at the starting winery. They also get the food and a non-alcoholic drink at every winery they visit.

Can we visit the wineries in any order?

Yes, as long as you start at the starting winery you picked. After that you can go in any order, visiting each winery once over the weekend. Tickets are good for all three days, and the starting winery can't be changed after you buy.

Is there a limit on group size?

Yes. Groups can't be bigger than six people, counting tasters and designated drivers. Buy everyone's tickets on one order so the whole group gets the same starting winery.

What happens if it snows?

The event isn't canceled for snow or ice unless the state or county closes the road. Tickets aren't refundable for any reason, but you can add third-party ticket insurance to your order.

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