Jim Moore / August 31, 2026
September brings full vineyards, ripening grapes, and harvest season to Cayuga Lake. The Cayuga Lake Wine Trail is hosting a lineup of live music, vineyard experiences, harvest celebrations, and dining options alongside early ticket sales for upcoming holiday programs.
Cayuga Lake Wine Trail September Events & Dining Schedule
- On-Demand & Seasonal Announcements:
- Holiday Ornaments: Exclusive, collectible keepsakes are available at participating wineries along the trail for upcoming Jingle & Mingle ticket holders.
- Sips & Spells Event: Tickets for the October 31 event are officially sold out.
- Signature & Seasonal Winery Events:
- September 3, 10, 17, 24: Sunset Music Series at Six Mile Creek Vineyard (6:00 PM – 8:00 PM).
- September 4, 11, 18, 25: Tunes and Tots at Montezuma Winery (5:00 PM – 8:00 PM).
- September 5: Some Like It Hot Harvest Party at Hosmer Estate Winery (1:00 PM – 4:00 PM).
- September 5, 12, 19, 26: Saturday Afternoon Concert Series at Buttonwood Grove Winery (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM).
- September 5, 19: Sips, Slices, and Sounds at Lucas Vineyards (12:00 PM – 4:00 PM).
- September 6, 13, 20, 27: Music and Mimosas at Hosmer Estate Winery (1:00 PM – 4:00 PM).
- September 13: Vinyasa in the Vineyard at Hosmer Estate Winery (10:00 AM – 11:00 AM).
- September 20: Sip and Tour guided vineyard walk at Sheldrake Point Winery (11:00 AM – 2:00 PM).
- September 20: Wine Down & Design: Game Day Paint Party at Montezuma Winery (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM).
- Trail Dining & Bistro Hours:
- The Kitchen at Montezuma: Open daily from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
- Between the Grove Food Truck (Buttonwood Grove): Open Friday & Sunday (12:00 PM – 5:00 PM) and Saturday (12:00 PM – 6:00 PM).
- The Bistro at Thirsty Owl: Open daily from 11:30 AM to 5:00 PM (last seating at 4:45 PM).
- Flavor of Point Bistro (Sheldrake Point Winery): Lunch served Wednesday–Sunday (12:00 PM – 4:00 PM); Dinner served Friday–Sunday (5:00 PM – 8:00 PM).
- The Kitchen at Six Eighty Cellars: Food available daily with last orders accepted one hour before closing (walk-ins only).
