Paris Main Street and partners present Paris, Texas Wine Fest, a ticketed event that highlights Texas Wineries from across the state, local eateries, and businesses found in downtown Paris Texas.
The theme for 2026 is America 250, in connection with the national initiative commemorating and celebrating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 2026.
The Paris Texas Wine Fest boasts 10 different winery partners from across Northeast Texas. Each winery will have a booth set up inside a business where winery representatives will give attendees a sample of their wine and have bottles ready for purchase. This is an opportunity to purchase some of the best wines from across Northeast and Central Texas. Wine makers will share information about their vineyards and types of wine they are bringing.
Ten downtown business will host one of 10 different local eateries, food trucks, farms or restaurants in Paris. Ticket holders can expect a bite sized sample of gourmet foods representative of amazing menu items found at each participating food establishment. Some menu items will be for sale depending on location.
Beginning at 5:45 p.m. ticket holders can check in at City Hall, 107 E. Kaufman in downtown Paris, Texas to pick up their 2026 swag bags and participant wristband. This year’s swag bags include a 2026 commemorative wine glass, wine glass lanyard, and reusable wine bottle tote for purchases. These items are provided courtesy of the event sponsors, and all ticket holders will receive their own swag bag.
Fete de Vin VIP Pairing Experience
VIP ticket holders will arrive early to enjoy an exclusive, curated experience hosted at Gibraltar Hotel, 265 S. Main St. prior to Wine Fest. Delicious hors d’oeuvres prepared by an executive chef will be paired with selected French wines at four different stations, each with a wine expert on hand to enhance and elevate your knowledge and enjoyment of wines.
Tickets for the Fete de Vin Pairing Experience are limited to 75 guests. Enjoy a streamlined ticketing experience starting at 5:00 pm at Attendees can check in and receive the Wine Fest wristband and special VIP swag. Fete de Vin will begin at 5:00 pm and end at 5:55pm, so all VIP ticket holders can enjoy the Paris Wine Fest event right on time.
Entertainment will be featured inside businesses or at various outdoor locations.
Event proceeds will help provide funding for the Paris Main Street Building Improvement Grant. Through this program, building and business owners may obtain matching grants for the improvement of downtown signage, facades and other building improvements while keeping the building’s historical integrity. “To date, the Main Street Advisory Board has granted over $130,000 for improvements to historic downtown buildings, in some instances assisting to put them back in service instead of being vacant” says Cheri Bedford, Main Street Coordinator.
“The Building Improvement Grant has had a huge impact toward the goals for revitalization of the downtown”, says Main Street Advisory Board Chair, Kevin Moore.
Tickets are now available online at Pariswinefest.com. Tickets are limited to 400 total, and are available for $45 for Paris Wine Fest or $100 for Fete du Vin VIP Pairing Experience. For a list of all participating businesses visit the website, or call the Main Street program office at 903-784-9293
Save the date, grab a friend, and enjoy an evening to relax with entertainment, Texas wine, local cuisine and great shopping in downtown Paris. Texas
