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Hunterdon Wine Train Express 🚂🍷
2025-09-07 11:15 (America/New_York)
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All aboard the Hunterdon Wine Express for a unique & delicious way to explore Hunterdon County!
Enjoy a round-trip excursion on the historic Black River & Western Railroad from Flemington, NJ to Old York Cellars Winery in Ringoes, NJ, where you will be treated to a wine tasting and lunch with the perfect vineyard views.
You will begin your trip at the Flemington train station (80 Stangl Rd, Flemington, NJ 08822) with a guided tour by a wine ambassador from Old York Cellars. Arrive at the Ringoes station and hop on a shuttle to the winery where you will enjoy a guided Wine, Charcuterie, Cheese and Chocolate Pairing Experience followed by lunch! A member of the winery team will guide guests through a selection of award-winning wines expertly paired with a collection of artisan meats, cheeses, and hand-crafted chocolates from local chocolatier The Fudge Shoppe. Guests will then be treated to the perfect winery lunch, with a selection of menu items from our Chef. Don’t worry, we have added time for you to explore the vineyard before boarding the shuttle back to the Ringoes station. Your journey on the Hunterdon Wine Express will conclude with a train ride back to Flemington station.
Schedule of Events:
11:15am Guest check-in at Flemington Station – 80 Stangle Road, Flemington, NJ – DIRECTIONS
11:30am Train departs & a representative will present the history of our winery onboard
11:55am Train arrives at Ringoes Station, & board shuttle to Old York Cellars winery
12:15pm Guided Wine Tasting & Lunch at Old York Cellars
2:45pm Shuttle back to Ringoes Station for return train trip to Flemington
3:40pm Train arrives Flemington Station

Hike with the Goats
2025-09-20, 2025-09-21, 2025-09-28 | Gorgeous Goat Creamery, 71 Featherbed Ln, Stockton, NJ, 08559, United States
Enjoy our 3/4 mile forested hiking trail with a small herd of goats. The trail is mostly flat with a few rocks and roots along the way. Be ready for a leisurely stroll while we laugh at the goats’ funny antics. This event is suitable for ages 5 and older. Younger children may join, and we encourage their adult companions to assist them on hike. Due to the rugged terrain, we do not allow strollers on the hike. Pets are not allowed. Severe weather prediction or extreme heat means we need to cancel. Look for an email the day before your booking for confirmation.

Run the Vineyards: 10K / 5K at Federal Twist Vineyard
2025-09-20 09:00 - 17:00 | The Federal Twist, 8 Federal Twist Road, Stockton, NJ, 08559, United States
Celebrate your love of the outdoors, running, and wine at the Federal Twist Vineyard! Run the Vineyards race series returns to this picturesque, beautiful setting for the 5th year!
Choose between 5K and 10K distances that feature a mixture of roads, vineyard trail, and the beautiful D&R Canal Trail. After-party continues all day!
More than a race…Enjoy time with friends & family with live music and delicious handcrafted wine in a relaxed rural setting. Run the Vineyards races often sell out, so register today to guarantee your spot!

Make Your Own Bar Soap Workshop
2025-09-20 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-10-04 13:00 - 15:00 | Mad Lavender Farm, 452 County Road 579, Milford, NJ, 08848, United States
Make your own bar soap from scratch using ingredients that are good enough to eat!
In this hands-on workshop you will learn the basics of soap making. Together we will go through the steps of making a soap base safely and get acquainted with all the equipment essential to the process. There will be discussion of the different emollients and their benefits.
Then the fun starts, allowing us to play with color, scents, and decoration to customize your soap bar to your liking.
All materials required to make soap are provided during this workshop; organic oils, lye, water, soap molds, mixing containers, essential oils, natural color additives like clay, dried flowers, spatulas, scale and immersion blender

You will take home a soap mold filled with soap and the soap recipe.

Harvest Dinner
2025-09-20 18:00 - 21:00 | Unionville Vineyards, 9 Rocktown Rd, Ringoes, NJ, 08551, United States
Harvest Dinner returns to Unionville on September 20th at 6PM. Held in the vineyard behind the 1858 Farmhouse, Chef Nash Reba will be cooking up an artisan menu, to be announced.
Dinner is limited to 25 guests in the Farmhouse. Once we have the promise of fair weather, up to 50 guests will be invited to dine in the vineyard! Club members can write terese@unionvillevineyards.com for the code to purchase tickets at the $160 discounted rate if not received by email.

Pork Roll Sunday
2025-09-28 12:00 - 17:00 | Unionville Vineyards, 9 Rocktown Rd, Ringoes, NJ, 08551, United States
Pork Roll Sunday comes to Unionville on September 28th, 12-5PM! Celebrating a New Jersey delicacy, join us on property as Blawenburg Bistro makes fresh pork roll sandwiches. Live music on property, admission is free, and families are welcome.

Harvest Celebration
2025-10-11 12:00 - 17:00
Celebrate a successful grape harvest season with us! Live music by Free Soil, the Antimo’s Italian Kitchen Food Truck, vineyard walks, and wine to toast to the end of our 2025 harvest season.

Caramel Apple Weekend at Emelise Alpacas
2025-11-15 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-16 10:00 - 16:00
Savor the experience of making and indulging in irresistible caramel apples as you explore the farm this weekend Alpacas enjoy their own treats and happily pose for photographs. Finally, discover our collection of cozy gifts that make perfect presents for yourself and everyone on your list. Cold weather and Christmas is fast approaching.

15th Anniversary Celebration 🎈🥂
2025-11-15 11:30 - 2025-11-16 20:00
🍷 Perfectly Aged: 15 Years of Old York Cellars

Saturday, November 15 & Sunday, November 16, 2025We’ve aged well—and now it’s time to party!

🎉 Check Out the Weekend Highlights ➡️

🥂 Cheers to 15 Years!

From a small tasting room in 2010 to a destination for wine, food, art, and community, Old York Cellars has been proudly pouring in Hunterdon County for 15 years.

On November 15th and 16th, we’re celebrating the journey in style—with $5 throwback tastings, ballet, comedy, brunch, giveaways, and more. It’s one of the can’t-miss highlights of NJ Wine Month—and you’re invited to raise a glass with us.

🌟 Weekend Highlights 🌟

🎭 Roxey Ballet — NJ Ballad (Saturday, November 15)

Three live performances at 12:30 pm, 2:00 pm, and 3:30 pm.Learn more: Roxey Ballet’s website (roxeyballet.org/dancingonthegreen)

🎨 Wine Painting Live (Sat & Sun, 12–4 pm)

Watch Artist Mark Schreiber create a wine-inspired painting in real time. Enter to win the finished piece.

😂 Comedy Night: Double the Laughs (Saturday Evening 7 pm)

Double headliner: Matt Bergman & Joe Bublewicz • Host: Helene Angley

🍽 Feast with Chef José

Full menu all weekend + Brunch Sat & Sun, 11:30 am – 2:30 pm.

👩‍🌾 Meet the Winemakers

Swap stories, ask questions, and raise a glass with the people behind the wine.

🥂 Festivities Start on WednesdayCan’t wait until the big Anniversary Weekend? We’re kicking things off early with special events and offers all week long:

– 🧠 Wine & Trivia Thursday — Nov 13 at 6:30 pmSip, play, and win prizes with friends.👉 Reserve Trivia Night »

– 🍽 November Chef’s Dinner — Friday, Nov 14 at 7 pmA special multi-course pairing experience with Chef José. Reservations required.👉 View Menu »– 🥂 $5 Throwback-Priced Wine Tastings — Wed, Nov 12 – Sun, Nov 16Guided & self-guided tastings for just $5 per person (our 2010 price).👉 Book Tastings »

– 🍾 15% Off 4+ Bottles To Go — Wed, Nov 12 – Sun, Nov 16Stock up and save. (Excludes already discounted wines.)👉 Shop Wines »

Holiday Wreath Making Workshop
2025-12-04 18:00 - 19:30 | The Federal Twist, 8 Federal Twist Road, Stockton, NJ, 08559, United States
Get into the holiday spirit with our festive wreath-making workshop! Join Lindsay of Coyote Ridge Homestead to create a beautiful, custom wreath to take home.

You’ll start with a grapevine base and then use your creativity to combine locally-sourced greenery, dried citrus, and other holiday accessories to design your unique wreath. While you craft, you’ll also enjoy a private wine tasting and personal charcuterie in our barrel room.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Holiday Happenings at Emelise Alpacas
2025-12-05 12:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-06 10:00 - 2025-12-07 16:00, 2025-12-07 10:00 - 2025-12-08 16:00, 2025-12-12 12:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-13 10:00 - 2025-12-14 16:00, 2025-12-14 10:00 - 2025-12-15 16:00 | Emelise Alpacas, 73 MacKenzie Road, Hampton, New Jersey, 08827, United States
Join Emelise Alpacas this holiday season for a festive outing and shopping experience. Our plentiful selection of hats, gloves, mittens, scarves, sweaters, outerwear, socks, ornaments, blankets, rugs, yarn, toys and more is sure to have something for everyone on your list.

🎅🏽BRUNCH WITH SANTA
2025-12-06 11:00 - 13:00
11:00 AM – 1:00 PMReservations Required

A magical winery brunch designed for families. Santa will greet children, pose for photos, and read “‘Twas the Night Before Christmas” live before returning to the North Pole.

🍽️View Santa Brunch Menu ➡️

Goats and Cocoa
2025-12-06 12:00 - 2025-12-07 14:00, 2025-12-13 12:00 - 2025-12-14 14:00 | Gorgeous Goat Creamery, 71 Featherbed Ln, Stockton, NJ, 08559, United States
No reservations needed

Live Music
2025-12-06 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-07 12:00 - 15:00, 2025-12-13 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-14 12:00 - 15:00 | Ironbound, 360 County Road 579, Asbury, New Jersey, 08802, United States

Santa Brunch
2025-12-07 11:00 - 14:00
Sunday, December 7, 2025, 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Santa is making a stop a Cree Wine Company!

Skip the lines and enjoy delicious food & drinks, and snap those holiday photos.

In addition to our Brunch Menu, we will have a kid friendly meal too, so it is perfect for the whole family.

RESERVATIONS

A visit from the goats
2025-12-13 12:00 - 15:00 | The Federal Twist, 8 Federal Twist Road, Stockton, NJ, 08559, United States
Celebrate the season at Federal Twist Vineyard with a festive visit from the Christmas goats! Enjoy cozy mulled wine, curated wine tastings, and delicious small plates as you mingle with these charming holiday guests. A warm, whimsical winter experience perfect for all ages.

Hope to see you there!

Holiday Dinner
2025-12-13 18:30 - 21:00 | Unionville Vineyards, 9 Rocktown Rd, Ringoes, NJ, 08551, United States
Join us on Saturday December 13th at 6:30 PM to celebrate the holiday season with dinner in the 1858 Farmhouse catered by Blawenburg Bistro.

Tickets: $155

Tickets for Club Members: $135

NOTICE: Please purchase all tickets for your group in one transaction or under one name. This is how we will be arranging seating so in order for us to seat your group together, the purchase must be under one customer name. You can purchase extra tickets at a later time but make sure the name is exactly the same.

Passed Appetizers in the Tasting Room:

Duck confit crostini with sugar plum reductionCrab cakes with remoulade sauceSpinach, artichoke, and pecorino romano in phylloDeviled eggs with red pepper jam and arugulaLittle Stars of Pinot Noir, Gruner Veltliner, Unoaked Chardonnay, Silver Lining Cab Franc

Dinner in the 1858 Farmhouse

First Course:

Shrimp with plum tomato, caramelized fennel, and French feta in Unionville Vineyards Pheasant Hill Chardonnay reduction – 2024 Marsanne / Roussanne Reserve and library Hunterdon Mistral Blanc

Second Course:

Butternut squash ravioli with brussels sprouts, cranberries, walnuts, and parmesan – 2022 Pinot Noir Reserve and library Pinot Noir

Third Course:

Sous vide beef short ribs with Unionville Vineyards Sourland Ridge Red demi glace, potatoes au gratin and purple and green asparagus – 2022 The Big O and library Big O

Dessert Course:

Flourless chocolate cake, ganache, pomegranate gelée – Vat #31 Port and Coffee
