Frequently Asked Questions
+ What are the event dates and hours?
Holiday TOAST is Saturday, November 14 at Fonner Park in Grand Island, NE from 12:00 - 8:00 p.m.
2027 Spring TOAST date and time TBD
+ What are the different ticket types and what is included?
General Admission
- Tastings at all participating NE wineries, tasting glass + wine tote, $5 wine bucks voucher, artisan vendor marketplace and free wine bingo!
✨NEW! Add-On: Holiday Toast Progressive Dining Experience
Presented by Hy-Vee
New for this year: the Holiday Toast dining experience can now be added on separately to a General Admission ticket, without needing to upgrade to VIP.
💡Already adding the Dining Experience to General Admission? For just $10 more, upgrade to VIP and get exclusive TOAST swag, double the wine bucks, and a $20 TOAST Shop voucher.
V.I.P. Admission
- All GA perks plus the Holiday TOAST progressive dining experience, exclusive TOAST swag items, $10 Wine Bucks voucher, $20 TOAST Shop Voucher
Designated Driver
- Includes $5 TOAST Shop voucher, wine tote, access to artisan vendors, educational and entertainment sessions, and free wine bingo!
All ticketholders (including Designated Drivers) must be 21+.
+ How many drink tickets do I receive?
There are no tasting tickets at this event. Your wristband and tasting glass give you access to sample wines from all participating wineries. After tasting, you're encouraged to choose your favorites to purchase by the glass or bottle to enjoy on site or take home.
+ How much will the wineries serve per tasting?
Wineries pour ½ ounce samples for tasting. The idea is to taste different wines to find your favorites, then purchase a glass or bottle. With multiple wineries in attendance offering 100+ wines, sampling 3 wines at each winery equals almost 5 glasses of wine total. Be sure to pace yourself, eat, drink water, and taste responsibly.
+ How many wines can I taste?
One tasting per winery. Your glass and wristband get you access to all winery booths. We ask that you sample each wine just once to ensure everyone has the opportunity to taste. You can purchase additional wine by the glass or bottle at any winery booth.
+ Will there be food available to purchase?
SPRING: Food trucks and food tent vendors will be onsite located across the Spring festival. Food is NOT included in your Spring ticket price. If you would like to become a food vendor visit the vendor link below.
HOLIDAY: Enjoy the complete progressive catered Holiday Toast dining experience catered by Hy-Vee. Limited availability — advance purchase recommended.
New for this year: the Holiday Toast dining experience can now be added on separately to a General Admission ticket, without needing to upgrade to VIP.
+ Can I leave and come back?
This is a no re-entry event. VIP ticketholders have re-entry privileges. To help you avoid carrying wine throughout the day, purchased bottles can be stored safely at our Wine Check until you are ready to leave the event.
We encourage all attendees to remain on site for the duration of the TOAST experience to support the artisan vendors and wineries who have invested their time, money, and energy to create an exceptional event for you.
If you need assistance transporting wine at the end of your visit, our event staff is happy to help.
+ Where will I park?
Free on-site parking is available at both events. Proceed to the entry gate and be prepared to show your ID. You will not be admitted to the event without a valid ID, regardless of your age.
NOTE: This is a 21 and over event. You MUST be 21 to enter. No children including infants.
+ What can I bring in?
You must bring your valid ID as it will be checked prior to admission. You can bring water into the event to stay hydrated, or free bottled water will be available throughout the festival. For outdoor events (Spring TOAST), be sure to bring sunscreen and dress for the weather.
+ Do I need to bring cash?
You can bring cash or use credit cards - some vendors may be cashless.
+ Can I buy bottles of wine to drink onsite or take home?
Both! You can purchase a bottle at the festival and the winery can open it for you to enjoy on site. However, once you open a bottle on site, you can't take it home due to state law. We also encourage you to purchase unopened bottles to take home and enjoy at a later time - start your very own Nebraska wine collection at TOAST!
+ What should I wear?
Holiday Event: The event will be held indoors at Fonner Park. Dress appropriately for the weather and be prepared to be on your feet visiting tasting tables. The overall expected dress is smart casual or casual.
Spring Event: Comfortable shoes, first and foremost. The spring festival grounds are on grass. Be prepared to do some leisurely walking on uneven surfaces. Wear whatever is comfortable – and watch the weather as mid-May can bring cooler temps or scorching heat! Be prepared.
+ What is wine bingo?
Wine bingo is our most popular event at the TOAST festivals. Attendees are welcome to participate for free. Bingo is reformatted into the word TOAST and fun facts and trivia about Nebraska wine is incorporated. Winners receive fun swag and wine bucks which are available to redeem at participating wineries!
+ What if it rains or snows?
This is a rain or shine event. The show will go on regardless of the weather. There are no refunds.
+ Can I bring my child or my pet?
This is a 21 and over event. No children including infants. This is a pet free event.
+ Can I bring my gun?
We do not allow any weapons into the festival grounds. We reserve the right to search bags prior to admission.
+ Is smoking allowed?
This is a non-smoking event. There is no smoking on the festival grounds.
+ TOAST Terms and Conditions