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LEWISTON — The Niagara Wine Trail will hold its sixth annual "Wine & Culinary Festival" in Academy Park, located in the heart of the Village of Lewiston on Center Street on July 26 and 27.

The festival, which runs from noon to 7 p.m. on July 26 and noon until 6 p.m. on July 27, has drawn thousands of wine lovers over the last five years to Lewiston seeking to enjoy wines from the Niagara Wine Trail USA wineries, and cuisine from local restaurants and vendors.

Advance tickets for are available for purchase through the festival website for $25 plus tax through 9 p.m. July 25. Tickets include a souvenir wine glass (while they last) upon check-in which may be used both days, and a wine tasting pass valid for one tasting of three wines at each participating winery both days of the festival. Advance online ticket sales will also receive $5 in coupons valid for $1 off a wine bottle purchase made during the festival. Tickets are available during the festival at the gate for $30 each.

Patrons enjoy last year's festival. (CONTRIBUTED PHOTO)

Tickets, whether purchased in advance or at the festival, are valid for both days. Attendees are encouraged to spread out their wine tastings over the two days. Festival tickets do not include food, which may be purchased directly from the local vendors. The ticket holder is responsible to retain their ticket and tasting glass. Attendees are required to show ID to receive a new wristband for each day of tasting.There is no charge for designated drivers or attendees that do not participate in the wine tasting.

A complete list of wineries, vendors and a schedule of the seminars can be found on the festival website, www.niagarawineandculinaryfestival.com.

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