[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text][\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]SATURDAY\u2019S CHOCOLATE, CHEESE & WINE FESTIVAL, plus POLO, BALLOONS, SAFARI WINE TOURS and a GRAPE STOMP! ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW!!<\/p>\n
EVENT: A fun, casual event in the Heart of the Texas Hill Country in Fredericksburg, Texas. Safari Wine Tours are available (must be purchased in advance), a Grape Stomp, live music, full bar, Hot Air Balloons (weather contingent) and Polo Matches. Come enjoy the fall weather in Fredericksburg Texas and a family friendly festival on our family farm.<\/p>\n
DO NOT MISS YOUR WRISTBAND PICKUP TONIGHT: TONIGHT!!! FRIDAY NIGHT is WRISTBAND PICKUP and STEAK NIGHT. Get your passes and wristbands in ADVANCE so you will not wait in long lines on Saturday! PLUS Eat like a KING or QUEEN TONIGHT at Bankersmith (Friday) for $20!!! Come enjoy some Live Music and the BEST DEAL in TOWN on FRIDAY! Stop on by between 5 PM and 7 PM TONIGHT (do not be late!) at Bankersmith Dance Hall and Saloon (7905 Old San Antonio Road, Fredericksburg Texas 78624)! Bankersmith\u2019s Famous Steak Plate w\/ Sides $20 Live Music 6:30PM-9:30PM. Wristband pickup is NOT mandatory. But please do not complain about lines on Saturday if you miss Friday\u2019s pickup. Folks pickup on Friday to meet new friends and beat the lines on Saturday! ADDRESS: Bankersmith Dance Hall and Saloon 7905 Old San Antonio Road, Fredericksburg Texas 78624 www.bankersmithtexas.com<\/p>\n
VIP SAFARI TOURS: Important!!! Not included in passes. Check your ticket details first. MUST pre-purchase your Safari Tours! Must Pre-Purchase at www.grapetownvineyard.com<\/p>\n
BALLOONS: Balloons are extremely weather contingent! If you are only coming for the tethered hot air balloon rides or to see the inflation you should NOT arrive until 5 PM on Saturday. REPEAT. IF YOU ARE ONLY COMING FOR BALLOONS DO NOT, NOT, NOT ARRIVE until 5 PM on Saturday.<\/p>\n
NEED LODGING THIS WEEK\/WEEKEND? We have on site lodging still available! These listings are available on site and downtown: https:\/\/grapetownvineyard.com\/lodging !<\/p>\n
SAFARI WINE TOURS: Want to meet our Alpacas, Camels, Kangaroos, Zebras and more? Full details can be found at: www.grapetownvineyard.com Included, for VIP\u2019s. Otherwise these tours must be purchased in advance!<\/p>\n
NEED LUNCH or DINNER RESERVATIONS? We may be able to help you! If interested in reservations at either Jack\u2019s Chophouse or Martini\u2019s Seafood house please email us at info@blackstonetexas.com with the number of guests and desired time\/day.<\/p>\n
SATURDAY – DRESS FOR THE COLD: It will be cooler. Please dress accordingly. It\u2019ll be nice during day, but as sun goes down (when balloons are being inflated) it\u2019ll get chilly. Plan accordingly.<\/p>\n
GRAPETOWN EVENT SCHEDULE
\nSubject to Changes and Updates<\/p>\n
FRIDAY\u2019S SCHEDULE<\/p>\n
CAMPING & RV GUESTS CHECK IN
\nCheck In at the Bankersmith Saloon
\n12PM-8PM<\/p>\n
WRISTBAND PICKUP and EVENT PRE-PARTY
\nFRIDAY STEAK NIGHT & LIVE MUSIC
\nCheck In at the Bankersmith Saloon
\n5PM-7PM<\/p>\n
In town early? Get to know your fellow attendees! Bring your family or friends and make some new ones! Eat like a King or Queen for $20. That\u2019s right, ONLY $20! Come enjoy some Live Music and the best steaks in town, hands down. Prime Rib, Ribeyes & Loaded Baked Potatoes. Bankersmith\u2019s Famous Steak Plate w\/ Sides $20. Live Music 6:30PM\u2019ish-9:30PM\u2019ish<\/p>\n
SATURDAY\u2019S SCHEDULE<\/p>\n
BANKERSMITH LIVE MUSIC & RECEPTION FOR ALL GUESTS!
\n7905 Old San Antonio Road, Fredericksburg TX 78624
\nCheck In at Registration (Metal Shed) in Bankersmith Saloon Parking Lot
\n11AM-2PM<\/p>\n
GATES OPEN at GRAPETOWN VINEYARD
\n8142 Old San Antonio Road, Fredericksburg TX 78624
\nCheck In at Registration (Black Shed) Near the Grapetown Tasting Room
\n12PM-2PM<\/p>\n
Live Music
\nPerformance in Grapetown Tasting Room
\n12-2PM\u2019ish<\/p>\n
Cheese & Chocolate Service
\nUntil Sold Out!
\nHeld until 2PM\u2019ish (or until gone!) Fieldside at the Fredericksburg Polo Club
\n12PM\u2019ish-2PM\u2019ish<\/p>\n
Strolling Strings VIP Performance
\nPerformances in Grapetown Tasting Room or Polo Tent Area
\nIntermittently 4PM-6:00 PM<\/p>\n
VIP Only Wine Service
\nHeld until 2PM in the Polo Tent Area at Grapetown
\nUntil Sold Out – Wines As Available
\n12PM-2PM Only<\/p>\n
Polo Match I
\nVIP\u2019s have Preferred Seating Fieldside
\nFieldside Seating under Polo Tents at Grapetown
\n2PM-3PM\u2019ish<\/p>\n
Grapetown Tuscan Great Grape Stomp
\nDirectly in Front of Grapetown Vineyard Tasting Room
\n3:00PM\u2019ish<\/p>\n
HUGE ITALIAN STYLE, TEXAS SIZED PIZZA COOKING
\nHeld fieldside at the Fredericksburg Polo Club
\nUntil Sold Out – As Available
\n2PM\u2019ish & 4PM\u2019ish Service of Slices<\/p>\n
Polo Match II
\nVIP\u2019s have Preferred Seating Fieldside
\nFieldside Seating under Polo Tents at Grapetown
\n3PM-4PM\u2019ish<\/p>\n
Hot Air Balloon Glow & Tethered Rides (Weather Permitting)
\nFieldside Seating for ALL under Polo Tents at Grapetown
\nWhen (and IF) Winds Allow
\nAlways AFTER Polo – Scheduled for 6PMish – 9PMish<\/p>\n
Check Out: https:\/\/thingstodoinfredericksburgtexas.com<\/p>\n
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DANGEROUS ANIMALS: When you enter the Grapetown Vineyard and Farm property, stay in your vehicle and NEVER get close to fences. Maintain a car speed under 10MPH. We have free ranging livestock, children and guests. Please DO NOT SPEED on property. Do not attempt to pet or feed the animals. Stay 10 feet away from all fences. Some animals on our property are extremely dangerous. Take pictures from afar. Take a breath and get ready to enjoy the country!<\/p>\n
PRINTED TICKETS: Wireless service and internet do not work on the property. PLEASE PRINT YOUR TICKETS in ADVANCE and HAVE THEM READY at entrance!<\/p>\n
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