About This Festival

The Wine Walk in Shelbyville is a wine tasting event held on June 20, 2025, at the Downtown Public Square that invites participants to taste unique flavors from local Indiana wineries while strolling around historic downtown shops. It is an admission-charged, handicapped accessible event and is part of Shelbyville's Mainstreet activities focused on local food, drink, and culture.

This event is part of the broader "Sip on the Square" Wine Walk & Wine Down Concert festival, running from 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. It includes:

  • Wine Tastings: Guests sample a wide array of wines from Indiana vineyards, including Cedar Creek, Easley, Ertel Cellars, Gullion Family Wines, HoltKamp Winery, Mallow Run, and others.
  • VIP Experience (5–6 p.m.) offers an exclusive hour with special perks like a branded wine glass and tote, plus a $5 coupon for use at local businesses.
  • General Admission (6–9 p.m.) offers wine tastings and a $5 coupon, with a branded glass while supplies last.
  • Food Trucks: A variety of culinary options ranging from gourmet to street food.
  • Downtown Shopping: Local boutiques and specialty shops remain open, providing opportunities for retail exploration.
  • Live Music: Throughout the evening there’s free live music enlivening the atmosphere.
  • Wine Down Concert (9–11 p.m.): Following the wine walk, a headlining concert featuring "Gone 2 Paradise: The Ultimate Jimmy Buffett Experience" on the main stage creates a festive closing.
  • Cash Bar: Available for additional adult beverage purchases.

The vibe of the event is lively, social, and community-centric, combining the charm of downtown Shelbyville with a festive, laid-back wine tasting and live entertainment atmosphere.

Rough Schedule:

  • 5:00–6:00 p.m.: VIP wine tasting hour (exclusive access)
  • 6:00–9:00 p.m.: General wine tasting and live music around Public Square and downtown shops
  • 9:00–11:00 p.m.: Wine Down Concert main stage

History and Founding:
While exact founding details for this specific event were not found, the Wine Walk is organized by Mainstreet Shelbyville Inc., a community-based organization focused on promoting the historic downtown area through events featuring local vendors, artisans, and food/drink providers. It appears to be an annual tradition that coincides with other regional wine and food events, highlighting Indiana’s growing wine industry and community involvement.

In summary, the Shelbyville Wine Walk is a well-established, festive event offering a blend of wine tasting, shopping, dining, and live music centered in the historic Downtown Public Square to engage both locals and visitors in celebration of Indiana wines and local culture.