Sample 10 vineyards varieties

Some say it takes a village, but in Elmwood Park’s Central Park, 7508 W. Fullerton Ave., you get a vintage. Sample 10 wines, as well as two spirits, while you amble through the evening on Friday, Sept. 5, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

A $50 ticket to Sip ‘N Stroll grants access to all the pours as well as a commemorative glass to take home. You must be at least 21 in order to partake in the party.

Girls night out? Guys night? Meet up with friends you haven’t seen in a while? Or the crowd you see regularly? No matter who you go with, it’s a great way to discover a new favorite vino.

“Whether you’re a wine connoisseur or just looking for a different kind of evening out with friends, this event is sure to satisfy,” said Angelo “Skip” Saviano, Elmwood Park’s mayor.

To keep the party progressing perfectly, pair snacks with your samples. 

Food will be available for purchase from Elmwood Park’s own Massa Café Italiano and Elmcrest Banquets. In previous years food offerings included antipasto skewers, antipasto trays and Italian sausage skewers, prepared by the catering specialists at Elmcrest, as well as Italian-twisted sliders filled with chicken parmesan or the classic beef tenderloin sliders, served with blue cheese aioli and caramelized onions. Gelato options from Massa are sure to please the palate, refreshing your tastebuds for another round of spirit samples.

For the fourth year running, this event captures the essence of hospitality that is evident throughout the village. The area has an abundance of restaurants that seemingly encompass the entire world’s food cultures and many bars where friends meet.

“People in Elmwood Park are passionate about good food and drink,” said Saviano.

And they want to share it with you. The outdoor event, held at 75th Avenue and Fullerton, features wine varieties from 10 different vineyards as well as samples of tequila and whiskey from the Sazerac Company of New Orleans.

After a swig or two, you can swing to the sounds of the Bill O’Connell Trio.

Maybe you will like all the offerings or just one or two will becomes new go-tos. Once you’ve decided, you can gather information on how to purchase bottles from each of the vendors.

Raise a glass to the end of summer!