Natchez Food & Wine Festival

07/15/2026

Jackson showed up in a big way! ✨

A huge thank you to Visit Jackson for sponsoring these outstanding chefs and helping bring some of the Capital City’s finest culinary talent to the Natchez Food & Wine Festival for Tastings Along the River on Friday night!

We’re honored to welcome:

Chef Jon Lansdale — Crazy Cat
Chef Mike Greenhill — Josett
Chef Chaz Lindsay — Pulito Osteria
Chef Guillermo Salinas — Just Vanilla Bakes
Chef Joe Cravens — Walker’s Drive-In
Chef Hunter Evans — Mayflower

From award-winning restaurants to beloved local favorites, these chefs are bringing an unforgettable taste of Jackson to the banks of the Mississippi River.

A special thank you again to Visit Jackson for making this incredible culinary showcase possible!

Join us for an evening of exceptional food, outstanding wines, and Southern hospitality.

🎟️ Get your tickets today at natchezfoodandwine.com before they sell out!

07/12/2026

🥃 We’re thrilled to welcome Mississippi’s own K.LUKE Whiskey Company to Tastings Along the River on July 24!

Known for their award-winning, small-batch whiskeys, K.LUKE has earned national recognition for its meticulous blending process and commitment to crafting bold, complex pours. Every batch is thoughtfully created by husband-and-wife team Jonathan and Jennifer Maisano, making each bottle a unique whiskey experience.

There’s nothing better than celebrating incredible Mississippi craftsmanship while enjoying an unforgettable evening on the Mississippi River. Come meet the team, sample their exceptional lineup, and discover why whiskey lovers across the country are talking about K.LUKE.

🎟️ Grab your tickets and join us for an evening of great food, exceptional spirits, and Southern hospitality!

Tickets: natchezfoodandwine.com

07/11/2026

🧀Award-winning cheese is coming to Natchez!

Sweet Grass Dairy’s Green Hill just earned 1st Place at the American Cheese Society Conference - one of the most prestigious artisan cheese competitions in the country - and you’ll have the chance to taste it right here at the Natchez Food & Wine Festival!

✨ Find it:
Friday: Tastings Along the River at the NOM’s table (July 24th)
Saturday: Wine & Cheese Tasting (July 25th)

Come experience one of America’s best artisan cheeses and see why it’s an award winner. We can’t wait for you to try it!

Tickets: natchezfoodandwine.com

07/10/2026

The menu has been updated! ✨

An unforgettable evening awaits at Made in Mississippi at Longwood. Enjoy a thoughtfully curated multi-course dinner showcasing Mississippi’s finest chefs, local ingredients, and handcrafted cocktail and mead pairings - all set against the breathtaking backdrop of Longwood after hours.

From Delta tamales and tomato toast to smoked duck ravioli and brown sugar peach crisp bread pudding, every course celebrates the flavors of the Magnolia State. 🌿

This is one of the festival’s signature dining experiences, and seats are limited.

🎟️ Get your tickets now at natchezfoodandwine.com

07/09/2026

Another hometown favorite is joining the lineup!

We’re excited to welcome The Sugar Emporium, one of Natchez’s newest sweet spots, to the 2026 Natchez Food & Wine Festival! They’ll be serving up delicious treats at Tastings Along the River, and we can’t wait for you to try them.

There’s nothing better than showcasing the incredible local businesses that make Natchez so special. Be sure to stop by and show them some hometown love!

🎟️ Get your tickets at natchezfoodandwine.com

07/08/2026

🥃 Bourbon lovers, this one’s for you. 🎶

Spend your Saturday evening sipping exceptional bourbon flights from Old Dominick, Crittenden, Distillerie Acadian, and Old Soul, paired with chef-crafted small bites by Chef Blake Stoker and Chef Dylan Teekell. Add in the sounds of live local blues and the beautiful setting of The Big Muddy Inn, and you’ve got an unforgettable Mississippi evening.

📍 Bourbon & Blues at The Big Muddy Inn & Blues Room
🗓️ Saturday, July 25 | 5–7 PM

Raise a glass, savor every bite, and experience one of the signature events of the Natchez Food & Wine Festival.

Tickets: natchezfoodandwine.com

07/07/2026

Our hometown is bringing the flavor! ❤️

A special thank you to the local chefs, restaurants, and culinary businesses participating in this year’s Natchez Food & Wine Festival. Your passion, talent, and support help make this event truly special.

Let’s celebrate them this festival - and all year long 🍽️

07/02/2026

🥃 The menu is here… and it’s worth raising a glass to.

Get ready for one of our most anticipated experiences of the weekend - Mixology at Smoot’s! Join cocktail consultant T. Francis as he guides you through an interactive tasting featuring Garden to Glass at 11 AM or Barrel Aged Cocktails at 1 PM.

The Barrel Aged Cocktails class lets you experience the magic of aging spirits as you taste each cocktail fresh, after 2 weeks, and after 1 month in the barrel. Featured cocktails include:
Manhattan
Negroni
Rum Old Fashioned

Seats are limited, so don’t wait to reserve yours!

🎟️ Tickets: natchezfoodandwine.com

06/30/2026

We're so excited to see the Natchez Food & Wine Festival featured in the The Natchez Democrat

This year's festival is shaping up to be one of our best yet, with incredible food, exceptional wines and spirits, live music, unique experiences, and a weekend dedicated to celebrating the people and flavors that make Natchez so special.

If you've been thinking about joining us, now is the perfect time to secure your tickets. Many of our events have limited capacity, and we expect them to sell quickly as July approaches.

Come sip, savor, and celebrate with us in beautiful downtown Natchez. We can't wait to welcome you!

🎟 Get your tickets today at natchezfoodandwine.com.

Natchez Food & Wine Festival is back July 24-25 with expanded Tastings Along the Mississippi, new VIP perks, pop-up events and four Saturday night dinners. Tick...