{"id":125,"date":"2024-02-01T12:15:01","date_gmt":"2024-02-01T12:15:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thebestoftexas.org\/fredericksburg-wine-and-chocolate-bash-festival\/?page_id=125"},"modified":"2026-04-20T15:38:58","modified_gmt":"2026-04-20T15:38:58","slug":"about","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/thebestoftexas.org\/fredericksburg-giraffe-safari-and-wine-dinner-may-29\/about\/","title":{"rendered":"ABOUT"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<div class=\"StructuredModuleRenderer_structuredContent__k7mNB StructuredModuleRenderer_text__GaXOv\" data-testid=\"text-content\">\n<h6><strong style=\"font-size: 40px; letter-spacing: -0.0415625em; font-family: 'Inter var', -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Fredericksburg \u201cGiraffe &amp; Wine Dinner\u201d: Giraffe Experience, Wine Tasting and Steak Dinner<\/strong><\/h6>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"StructuredModuleRenderer_structuredContent__k7mNB StructuredModuleRenderer_text__GaXOv\" data-testid=\"text-content\">\n<h5><strong>Fredericksburg, Texas<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p>A truly unforgettable evening dinner experience awaits you in the Texas Hill Country! Join us for one of Fredericksburg\u2019s\u00a0<strong>top-rated experiences<\/strong>, hosted at\u00a0<strong>Grapetown Vineyard &amp; Farm<\/strong>\u00a0followed by dinner and Live Music. You will enjoy two beautiful hidden gems and visit a working ranch with an animal rescue sanctuary.<\/p>\n<p>First, guests will join us at 6PM at Grapetown Vineyard to experience an incredible\u00a0<strong>Giraffe Experience &amp; Wine Tasting (cocktails, beer and large wine selection also available)<\/strong>. Depending on your ticket selection, you may enjoy a\u00a0<strong>wine tasting<\/strong>,\u00a0<strong>meet and feed a giraffe<\/strong>, then relax on our grass patio overlooking the Texas Hill Country. As the sun sets and you look towards the horizon, you will see\u00a0<strong>kangaroos, alpacas, goats, deer<\/strong>,\u00a0<strong>camels<\/strong>\u00a0and even\u00a0<strong>zebra<\/strong>! These animals are part of our extended family\u2014many of them rescued\u2014and their care and stories are at the heart of this experience.<\/p>\n<p>Next, after your\u00a0<strong>Giraffe Experience and Wine Tasting at Grapetown Vineyard<\/strong>, you will get ready for some\u00a0<strong>Live Music and The Best Steak in Texas<\/strong>\u00a0(not a steak eater? other items are available as well) at\u00a0<strong>The<\/strong>\u00a0<strong>Bankersmith Boil Shack<\/strong>! Here you will enjoy\u00a0<strong>Live Music and a Show plus VIP Reserved Seating<\/strong>! If you are not in the mood for steak, we have you covered with options from Lobster, Snow Crab, Grilled Oysters, Catfish and More! A short drive or bike ride from Grapetown Vineyard, Bankersmith Saloon is part of the same farm property and a cherished sister location.<\/p>\n<p>Beyond\u00a0<strong>great wines<\/strong>, both locations have\u00a0<strong>beer and cocktails<\/strong>. All details are subject to change. There are absolutely no refunds.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udccd\u00a0<strong>IMPORTANT LOCATION DETAILS<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This tour\u00a0<strong>starts at Grapetown Vineyard &amp; Farm at 6PM Sharp<\/strong><strong>8142 Old San Antonio Road, Fredericksburg, TX 78624<\/strong>(across the street from the Historic Bankersmith Dance Hall &amp; Saloon)<\/p>\n<p>Dinner\u00a0<strong>starts at Bankersmith Boil Shack at 7:30PM Sharp<\/strong><strong>7905 Old San Antonio Road, Fredericksburg, TX 78624<\/strong>(across the street from Grapetown Vineyard and Farm)<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udeab\u00a0<strong>This tour is NOT held at Safari Winery. Please do NOT go to Safari Winery.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udd52\u00a0<strong>Giraffe Experience and Wine Tasting Length<\/strong>\u2022 Approximately\u00a0<strong>60-90 minutes<\/strong>, depending on group size and questions\u2022 If you have a time constraint, notify your guide at the start of the tour<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udc5f\u00a0<strong>What to Know Before You Go<\/strong>\u2022 This is a\u00a0<strong>working ranch<\/strong>\u2014closed-toe shoes required (no sandals or flip-flops)\u2022 Tours take place outdoors in all weather; dress accordingly\u2022 Loose livestock roam the property\u2014drive slowly and remain in your vehicle until parked\u2022 No pets allowed on the tour\u2022 Much of the tour is\u00a0<strong>not wheelchair accessible<\/strong>\u00a0due to gravel and grass terrain (email us in advance to discuss accommodations or private tours)<\/p>\n<p>\ud83c\udf9f\u00a0<strong>Ticket &amp; Policy Information<\/strong>\u2022 Some tickets include a wine tasting for guests\u00a0<strong>21+<\/strong>\u2022 Children walking or in strollers require a ticket (newborns being carried are free)\u2022 Adults must sign farm liability waivers for themselves and accompanying children\u2022 Please arrive\u00a0<strong>early<\/strong>\u2014late arrivals cannot be accommodated\u2022\u00a0<strong>No refunds under any conditions<\/strong>\u2022 Missed tours will receive passes for a future tour\u2022 Please tip your tour guide\u2014they work hard and truly appreciate it<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udc65\u00a0<strong>Groups of 10+<\/strong>Please email\u00a0<strong>info@blackstonetexas.com<\/strong>\u00a0in advance so we can prepare for your group.<\/p>\n<p>\ud83c\udfe1\u00a0<strong>Stay &amp; Dine<\/strong>Airbnb accommodations and food options availableMore info:\u00a0<a title=\"http:\/\/www.grapetownvineyard.com\/\" href=\"http:\/\/www.grapetownvineyard.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-msys-clicktrack=\"0\"><strong>www.GrapetownVineyard.com<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0<a title=\"http:\/\/www.bankersmithtexas.com\/\" href=\"http:\/\/www.bankersmithtexas.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-msys-clicktrack=\"0\"><strong>www.BankersmithTexas.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2728\u00a0<em>All event details are subject to change and will be updated accordingly.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Fredericksburg \u201cGiraffe &amp; Wine Dinner\u201d: Giraffe Experience, Wine Tasting and Steak Dinner Fredericksburg, Texas A truly unforgettable evening dinner experience awaits you in the Texas Hill Country! 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