About This Festival
About the Event
Corks, Caps, & Casks is Hoosier Trails Council's annual tasting fundraiser — the event formerly known as the Wine-A-Ree. It is an adults-only afternoon that showcases local wineries, breweries, and distilleries, and every ticket supports the programs of Hoosier Trails Council, Scouting America.
The 2026 event is Saturday, November 7, from 1:00 to 5:00 PM at The Commons, 300 Washington Street, in downtown Columbus.
Tickets
- Standard, $30 in advance: entry from 1:00 to 5:00 PM, a wine or beer glass, unlimited samples, and entry into the door-prize drawing.
- $40 at the door.
- Designated drivers are admitted free at the door when attending with someone who has a paid ticket. They are not served alcohol, but free bottled water is available, and they can still win door prizes and bid in the silent auction.
Tickets are sold through the Hoosier Trails Council ticket page.
New This Year: VIP Tables
VIP tables are new for 2026, and VIP guests get early admission at 12:00 PM.
- $225 — private table for two (8 available)
- $650 — table seating six (7 available)
Each table includes a custom charcuterie board of artisan meats, cheeses, and accompaniments sized to the group, a complimentary bottle from one of the event's vendors, and specialty wine glasses. VIP tables are limited.
Silent Auction
An online silent auction is part of the event and opens before it starts, with bidding beginning Monday, October 19.
Good to Know
- Adults only.
- No outside food or drink.
- For updates and the vendor list, see the event page or Corks, Caps, & Casks on Facebook.