Aquila's Nest Vineyards

Aquila's Nest Vineyards 🍷Experience-Focused Vineyard & Venue🏅 #5 USA TODAY Winery🏅Best Vineyard in CT🏅National Small Producer Winery🏅USA Chamber Top 70 Small Businesses
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Aquila’s Nest Vineyards is a scenic 41-acre winery and event estate in Newtown, CT, recently voted Best Winery in Connecticut. Founded by Neviana Zhgaba and Ardian Llomi in 2016 on a former 200-year-old farm, the vineyard blends Mediterranean heritage, mythology, art, and wine to create an unforgettable experience that begins at the driveway and unfolds with Mediterranean statues, immersive wine t

astings, and breathtaking views of the stunning sunset from igloos, gazebos, and cozy fire pits. Since opening in October 2020, Aquila’s Nest has become a community hub, hosting live music, dueling pianos, tribute shows, comedy nights, murder mysteries, and craft workshops, complemented by gourmet food pairings such as artisanal cheeses, fine pastries, and locally made chocolates. Guests also enjoy signature sangrias, wine slushies—including shareable slushy towers—and seasonal offerings. Recognized as 🏅Best Vineyard in CT since 2022 🏅2025 National Small Producer of the Year 🏅SBA CT Manufacturer of the Year 2024 🏅USA Chamber of Commerce Top 70 Small Businesses in America 2023 🍃Climate Neutral, the vineyard is dedicated to sustainability while promoting women, and minority-owned local businesses. At Aquila’s Nest we don’t just bottle wine—we bottle experiences. To host a corporate or family event please email [email protected]

Address: 56 Pole Bridge Rd. Sandy Hook - Newtown, CT

Gather your favorite girls and make her bridal shower one to remember at the Pergola at Aquila’s Nest. With an intimate...
09/03/2026

Gather your favorite girls and make her bridal shower one to remember at the Pergola at Aquila’s Nest. With an intimate vineyard setting, stunning views, beautiful moments, and plenty of reasons to raise a glass, it’s the perfect place to celebrate the bride-to-be.

📩 Planning a bridal shower? DM us to learn more about private events.

🎶 Sep 4: FREE Live Music with Glenn Roth 5:30–8:30pm 🪵 Tray Workshop 🎨 Warli Art on the Coasters 🧀 Baked Brie & Vino Nights 🐦 DIY Birds Canvas Paint & Sip 🪴 DIY Paint Your Own Animal Succulent Planter 💘 Sip & Sparks Speed Dating 🍕 Dough Boy Pizza Truck 🧇 Wafel Wagen Truck

🎶 Sep 5: FREE Live Music with Teacup Sally Band 2–5pm 🛍️ Shop & Sip: The Give Collective 🍰 Cheesecakes & W**e Pairing 🌸 Decoupage Diffuser Workshop 💎 Permanent Jewelry 🪴 DIY Paint Your Own Animal Succulent Planter 🐾 Whiskers & W**e 🎹 Dueling Pianos 🥙 Taste of Mediterranean Truck 🥙 Greek Crave Truck

🎶 Sep 6: FREE Live Music with Myron and the Jam Fam 2–5pm 🛍️ Shop and Sip: Permanent Jewelry 🥐 Fine Pastries & W**e Pairing 🐦 DIY Birds Canvas Paint & Sip m 🪴 DIY Paint Your Own Animal Succulent Planter m 🎸 Fleetwood Mac Tribute Show 🥙 Taste of Mediterranean Truck 🍕 Dough Boy Pizza Truck

🎶 Sep 7: FREE Live Music with Mike Tedesco 2:30–5:30pm 🥙 Greek Crave Truck 🍕 Dough Boy Pizza Truck

🍷 Reserve Your Visit at AquilasNestVineyards.com

🎉 Private Events: Email [email protected]

🏆 Best of Connecticut since 2022

09/02/2026

You pick the songs. They bring the party!
Get ready for The Flying Ivories at Aquila’s Nest Vineyards this Saturday, September 5 | 6 PM. An all-request dueling piano show packed with music, comedy, sing-alongs & surprises. From Billy Joel to Beyoncé, Sinatra to Metallica—you control the setlist!

🎶 Sep 3: FREE Live Music with Joan Wallace 5:30–8:30pm 🧘 Yoga 📚 W**e, Words & Wisdom Book Club Series 🐦 DIY Birds Canvas Paint & Sip 🪴 DIY Paint Your Own Animal Succulent Planter 🦞 Goni’s Gourmet Lobster Truck

🎶 Sep 4: FREE Live Music with Glenn Roth 5:30–8:30pm 🪵 Tray Workshop 🎨 Warli Art on the Coasters 🧀 Baked Brie & Vino Nights 🦙 Llamas 🐦 DIY Birds Canvas Paint & Sip 🪴 DIY Paint Your Own Animal Succulent Planter 💘 Sip & Sparks Speed Dating 🍕 Dough Boy Pizza Truck 🧇 Wafel Wagen Truck

🎶 Sep 5: FREE Live Music with Teacup Sally Band 2–5pm 🛍️ Shop & Sip: The Give Collective 🍰 Cheesecakes & W**e Pairing 🌸 Decoupage Diffuser Workshop 💎 Permanent Jewelry 🪴 DIY Paint Your Own Animal Succulent Planter 🐾 Whiskers & W**e 🎹 Dueling Pianos 🥙 Taste of Mediterranean Truck 🥙 Greek Crave Truck

🎶 Sep 6: FREE Live Music with Myron and the Jam Fam 2–5pm 🛍️ Shop and Sip: Permanent Jewelry 🥐 Fine Pastries & W**e Pairing 🐦 DIY Birds Canvas Paint & Sip m 🪴 DIY Paint Your Own Animal Succulent Planter m 🎸 Fleetwood Mac Tribute Show 🥙 Taste of Mediterranean Truck 🍕 Dough Boy Pizza Truck

🎶 Sep 7: FREE Live Music with Mike Tedesco 2:30–5:30pm 🥙 Greek Crave Truck 🍕 Dough Boy Pizza Truck

🍷 Reserve Your Visit at AquilasNestVineyards.com

🎉 Private Events: Email [email protected]

🏆 Best of Connecticut since 2022

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09/01/2026

The Fleetwood Mac magic is coming to Aquila’s Nest. Get ready for “Little Lies,” an 8-piece Fleetwood Mac tribute band bringing the timeless sounds of Rumours and more to life. Sing along to the classics, sip your favorite w**e, and enjoy an unforgettable night.

🎶 Sep 2: FREE Live Music with The Adults Fairfield Alumni Band 🧘 Pilates 🖌️ Painting Your Pet Glass ✨ Reiki & Rosé 🧵 Stitch & Sip 🎓 Fairfield Alumni Gathering 🦞 Goni’s Gourmet Lobster Truck

🎶 Sep 3: FREE Live Music with Joan Wallace 5:30–8:30pm 🧘 Yoga 📚 W**e, Words & Wisdom Book Club Series ✨ Crushed Glass & Resin Suncatchers & More 🐦 DIY Birds Canvas Paint & Sip 🪴 DIY Paint Your Own Animal Succulent Planter 🦞 Goni’s Gourmet Lobster Truck

🎶 Sep 4: FREE Live Music with Glenn Roth 5:30–8:30pm 🪵 Tray Workshop 🎨 Warli Art on the Coasters 🧀 Baked Brie & Vino Nights 🦙 Llamas 🐦 DIY Birds Canvas Paint & Sip 🪴 DIY Paint Your Own Animal Succulent Planter 💘 Sip & Sparks Speed Dating 🍕 Dough Boy Pizza Truck 🧇 Wafel Wagen Truck

🎶 Sep 5: FREE Live Music with Teacup Sally Band 2–5pm 🛍️ Shop & Sip: The Give Collective 🍰 Cheesecakes & W**e Pairing 🌸 Decoupage Diffuser Workshop 💎 Permanent Jewelry 🪴 DIY Paint Your Own Animal Succulent Planter 🐾 Whiskers & W**e 🎹 Dueling Pianos 🥙 Taste of Mediterranean Truck 🥙 Greek Crave Truck

🎶 Sep 6: FREE Live Music with Myron and the Jam Fam 2–5pm 🛍️ Shop and Sip: Permanent Jewelry 🥐 Fine Pastries & W**e Pairing 🐦 DIY Birds Canvas Paint & Sip m 🪴 DIY Paint Your Own Animal Succulent Planter m 🎸 Fleetwood Mac Tribute Show 🥙 Taste of Mediterranean Truck 🍕 Dough Boy Pizza Truck

🎶 Sep 7: FREE Live Music with Mike Tedesco 2:30–5:30pm 🥙 Greek Crave Truck 🍕 Dough Boy Pizza Truck

🍷 Reserve Your Visit at AquilasNestVineyards.com

🎉 Private Events: Email [email protected]

🏆 Best of Connecticut since 2022

Llamas + w**e = your Friday plans sorted! Join us at Aquila’s Nest Vineyards with Rowanwood Farm’s rare miniature llamas...
08/31/2026

Llamas + w**e = your Friday plans sorted! Join us at Aquila’s Nest Vineyards with Rowanwood Farm’s rare miniature llamas for an afternoon of Llamas & Llibations this Friday, September 4.

🎶 Sep 2: FREE Live Music with The Adults Fairfield Alumni Band 🧘 Pilates 🖌️ Painting Your Pet Glass ✨ Reiki & Rosé 🧵 Stitch & Sip 🎓 Fairfield Alumni Gathering 🦞 Goni’s Gourmet Lobster Truck

🎶 Sep 3: FREE Live Music with Joan Wallace 5:30–8:30pm 🧘 Yoga 📚 W**e, Words & Wisdom Book Club Series ✨ Crushed Glass & Resin Suncatchers & More 🐦 DIY Birds Canvas Paint & Sip 🪴 DIY Paint Your Own Animal Succulent Planter 🦞 Goni’s Gourmet Lobster Truck

🎶 Sep 4: FREE Live Music with Glenn Roth 5:30–8:30pm 🪵 Tray Workshop 🎨 Warli Art on the Coasters 🧀 Baked Brie & Vino Nights 🦙 Llamas 🐦 DIY Birds Canvas Paint & Sip 🪴 DIY Paint Your Own Animal Succulent Planter 💘 Sip & Sparks Speed Dating 🍕 Dough Boy Pizza Truck 🧇 Wafel Wagen Truck

🎶 Sep 5: FREE Live Music with Teacup Sally Band 2–5pm 🛍️ Shop & Sip: The Give Collective 🍰 Cheesecakes & W**e Pairing 🌸 Decoupage Diffuser Workshop 💎 Permanent Jewelry 🪴 DIY Paint Your Own Animal Succulent Planter 🐾 Whiskers & W**e 🎹 Dueling Pianos 🥙 Taste of Mediterranean Truck 🥙 Greek Crave Truck

🍷 Reserve Your Visit at AquilasNestVineyards.com

🎉 Private Events: Email [email protected]

🏆 Best of Connecticut since 2022

Golden hour tastes better with w**e. As the sun sets over the vines, pour yourself a glass, slow down, and take in the v...
08/30/2026

Golden hour tastes better with w**e. As the sun sets over the vines, pour yourself a glass, slow down, and take in the view.

Tag someone you’d share this sunset with!

🎶 Sep 2: FREE Live Music with The Adults Fairfield Alumni Band 🧘 Pilates 🖌️ Painting Your Pet Glass ✨ Reiki & Rosé 🧵 Stitch & Sip 🎓 Fairfield Alumni Gathering 🦞 Goni’s Gourmet Lobster Truck

🎶 Sep 3: FREE Live Music with Joan Wallace 5:30–8:30pm 🧘 Yoga 📚 W**e, Words & Wisdom Book Club Series ✨ Crushed Glass & Resin Suncatchers & More 🐦 DIY Birds Canvas Paint & Sip 🪴 DIY Paint Your Own Animal Succulent Planter 🦞 Goni’s Gourmet Lobster Truck

🎶 Sep 4: FREE Live Music with Glenn Roth 5:30–8:30pm 🪵 Tray Workshop 🎨 Warli Art on the Coasters 🧀 Baked Brie & Vino Nights 🦙 Llamas 🐦 DIY Birds Canvas Paint & Sip 🪴 DIY Paint Your Own Animal Succulent Planter 💘 Sip & Sparks Speed Dating 🍕 Dough Boy Pizza Truck 🧇 Wafel Wagen Truck

🎶 Sep 5: FREE Live Music with Teacup Sally Band 2–5pm 🛍️ Shop & Sip: The Give Collective 🍰 Cheesecakes & W**e Pairing 🌸 Decoupage Diffuser Workshop 💎 Permanent Jewelry 🪴 DIY Paint Your Own Animal Succulent Planter 🐾 Whiskers & W**e 🎹 Dueling Pianos 🥙 Taste of Mediterranean Truck 🥙 Greek Crave Truck

🍷 Reserve Your Visit at AquilasNestVineyards.com

🎉 Private Events: Email [email protected]

🏆 Best of Connecticut since 2022

08/29/2026

Golden hour, good music & even better memories. At Aquila’s Nest Vineyards, every gathering has a little extra magic. Come make your own memories with us.

🎶 Aug 30: FREE Live Music with On the Road Again 2:30–5:30pm 🛍️ Shop and Sip: Permanent Jewelry 🎶 The Music of Italy Live Band Show 🎨 Color Between the W**es 🪵 DIY Wooden Coasters Create & Sip 🍪 Girl Scout Cookies W**e Pairing 🤍 Dress in White DJ Bingo 🍔 Taste of Grill Truck 🥞 The Crepe Hut Truck

🎶 Sep 2: FREE Live Music with The Adults Fairfield Alumni Band 🧘 Pilates 🖌️ Painting Your Pet Glass ✨ Reiki & Rosé 🧵 Stitch & Sip 🎓 Fairfield Alumni Gathering 🦞 Goni’s Gourmet Lobster Truck

🎶 Sep 3: FREE Live Music with Joan Wallace 5:30–8:30pm 🧘 Yoga 📚 W**e, Words & Wisdom Book Club Series ✨ Crushed Glass & Resin Suncatchers & More 🐦 DIY Birds Canvas Paint & Sip 🪴 DIY Paint Your Own Animal Succulent Planter 🦞 Goni’s Gourmet Lobster Truck

🎶 Sep 4: FREE Live Music with Glenn Roth 5:30–8:30pm 🪵 Tray Workshop 🎨 Warli Art on the Coasters 🧀 Baked Brie & Vino Nights 🦙 Llamas 🐦 DIY Birds Canvas Paint & Sip 🪴 DIY Paint Your Own Animal Succulent Planter 💘 Sip & Sparks Speed Dating 🍕 Dough Boy Pizza Truck 🧇 Wafel Wagen Truck

🎶 Sep 5: FREE Live Music with Teacup Sally Band 2–5pm 🛍️ Shop & Sip: The Give Collective 🍰 Cheesecakes & W**e Pairing 🌸 Decoupage Diffuser Workshop 💎 Permanent Jewelry 🪴 DIY Paint Your Own Animal Succulent Planter 🐾 Whiskers & W**e 🎹 Dueling Pianos 🥙 Taste of Mediterranean Truck 🥙 Greek Crave Truck

🍷 Reserve Your Visit at AquilasNestVineyards.com

🎉 Private Events: Email [email protected]

🏆 Best of Connecticut since 2022

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Don’t miss today’s w**e slushies, sparkling c***r, fire pits, outdoor bar, live music Live Music with Growling Hazers 5–...
08/29/2026

Don’t miss today’s w**e slushies, sparkling c***r, fire pits, outdoor bar, live music Live Music with Growling Hazers 5–8pm 🍖 The Chuck Wagon Truck on site.

🎸 Aug 30: Live Music with Belleville Swing 2:30–5:30pm 🐦 DIY Hummingbird Canvas Paint & Sip 🍔 Big Bellies Truck 🌮 Famous Lunch Truck 🍽️ Plated Palette Truck

📍 1297 Brookview Station Rd., Castleton-on-Hudson, NY 12033

From weekends in the orchard to afternoons with friends, live music, fresh bakery treats, and a glass of w**e or c***r, we’re creating a place where farm, food, and community come together.

🍎 Check our website for the latest updates & happenings at www. GooldHillEstate .com

08/28/2026

Inspired by Alice in Wonderland, this luxury vineyard picnic is made for unforgettable moments with your favorite people. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or simply making an ordinary day feel magical.

🎶 Aug 29: FREE Live Music with The Adults Band 2:30–5:30pm 🛍️ Shop and Sip: Fruity-Lu Creations 🧀 Cheese Fondue Dip & Sip 🐦 DIY Hummingbird Canvas Paint & Sip 🐬 DIY Canvas Dolphin Paint & Sip 🎸 Radio Flashbak Rock 'n' Roll Tribute Show 🫙 The Mason Jar Exchange Truck 🦞 Goni's Gourmet Lobster Truck

🎶 Aug 30: FREE Live Music with On the Road Again 2:30–5:30pm 🛍️ Shop and Sip: Permanent Jewelry 🎶 The Music of Italy Live Band Show 🎨 Color Between the W**es 🪵 DIY Wooden Coasters Create & Sip 🍪 Girl Scout Cookies W**e Pairing 🤍 Dress in White DJ Bingo 🍔 Taste of Grill Truck 🥞 The Crepe Hut Truck

🎶 Sep 2: FREE Live Music with The Adults Fairfield Alumni Band 🧘 Pilates 🖌️ Painting Your Pet Glass ✨ Reiki & Rosé 🧵 Stitch & Sip 🎓 Fairfield Alumni Gathering 🦞 Goni’s Gourmet Lobster Truck

🎶 Sep 3: FREE Live Music with Joan Wallace 5:30–8:30pm 🧘 Yoga 📚 W**e, Words & Wisdom Book Club Series ✨ Crushed Glass & Resin Suncatchers & More 🐦 DIY Birds Canvas Paint & Sip 🪴 DIY Paint Your Own Animal Succulent Planter 🦞 Goni’s Gourmet Lobster Truck

🎶 Sep 4: FREE Live Music with Glenn Roth 5:30–8:30pm 🪵 Tray Workshop 🎨 Warli Art on the Coasters 🧀 Baked Brie & Vino Nights 🦙 Llamas 🐦 DIY Birds Canvas Paint & Sip 🪴 DIY Paint Your Own Animal Succulent Planter 💘 Sip & Sparks Speed Dating 🍕 Dough Boy Pizza Truck 🧇 Wafel Wagen Truck

🍷 Reserve Your Visit at AquilasNestVineyards.com

🎉 Private Events: Email [email protected]

🏆 Best of Connecticut since 2022

🍷 White and Red W**e Slushies are now available! ❤️ Our outdoor bar and patio is also open, and we’re ready for a great ...
08/28/2026

🍷 White and Red W**e Slushies are now available! ❤️ Our outdoor bar and patio is also open, and we’re ready for a great weekend of live music every day!

🎸Aug 28: FREE Live Music with Mike McMann 5:30–8:30pm 🐾 Yappy Hour – Bring Your Furry Friends 🐦 DIY Hummingbird Canvas Paint & Sip 🌮 Plated Palette Truck

🎸 Aug 29: FREE Live Music with Growling Hazers 5–8pm 🐦 DIY Hummingbird Canvas Paint & Sip 🍖 The Chuck Wagon Truck

🎸 Aug 30: FREE Live Music with Belleville Swing 2:30–5:30pm 🐦 DIY Hummingbird Canvas Paint & Sip 🍔 Big Bellies Truck 🌮 Famous Lunch Truck 🍽️ Plated Palette Truck

📍 1297 Brookview Station Rd., Castleton-on-Hudson, NY 12033

From weekends in the orchard to afternoons with friends, live music, fresh bakery treats, and a glass of w**e or c***r, we’re creating a place where farm, food, and community come together.

🍎 Check our website for the latest updates & happenings at www. GooldHillEstate .com

08/27/2026

A taste of Italy, through music! Experience the timeless sounds of Italy with Primavera Band at Aquila’s Nest Vineyards this Sunday, August 30 | 11:30 AM.

🎶 Aug 28: FREE Live Music with Solid Gold Times Two 5:30–8:30pm 🐾 Yappy Hour – Bring Your Furry Friends 🚗 W**e and Wheels – Showcase Your Car 💎 Crystal Bracelet Jewelry Workshop 🐦 DIY Hummingbird Canvas Paint & Sip 🐬 DIY Canvas Dolphin Paint & Sip 🥙 Greek Crave Truck

🎶 Aug 29: FREE Live Music with The Adults Band 2:30–5:30pm 🛍️ Shop and Sip: Fruity-Lu Creations 🧀 Cheese Fondue Dip & Sip 🐦 DIY Hummingbird Canvas Paint & Sip 🐬 DIY Canvas Dolphin Paint & Sip 🎸 Radio Flashbak Rock 'n' Roll Tribute Show 🫙 The Mason Jar Exchange Truck 🦞 Goni's Gourmet Lobster Truck

🎶 Aug 30: FREE Live Music with On the Road Again 2:30–5:30pm 🛍️ Shop and Sip: Permanent Jewelry 🎶 The Music of Italy Live Band Show 🎨 Color Between the W**es 🪵 DIY Wooden Coasters Create & Sip 🍪 Girl Scout Cookies W**e Pairing 🤍 Dress in White DJ Bingo 🍔 Taste of Grill Truck 🥞 The Crepe Hut Truck

🍷 Reserve Your Visit at AquilasNestVineyards.com

🎉 Private Events: Email [email protected]

🏆 Best of Connecticut since 2022

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Sandy Hook, CT

Opening Hours

Wednesday 6pm - 9pm
Thursday 4pm - 9pm
Friday 1pm - 9pm
Saturday 11:30am - 9pm
Sunday 11:30am - 9pm

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+12035184352

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