F&W demonstrations, how early to arrive?

[Rpsemont]

For those that have been to F&W this year - for the wine seminars and cooking demonstration - how early have you had to arrive - and how long to they usually last. I'm trying to start planning for our trip to the last 5 days of f&w and we have a couple wine pairing scheduled and I want to see what else we can fit it, all the while trying to keep DD(9) entertained! Please let me know how much busier it might be on weekends.

 

[DisneyaHolic23]

I am there the same time, and would love the answer to this question!

 

[princess pooh]

This was my experience but I hope a F&W veteran will come along to help. I saw 2 demonstrations, the first one I just walked up as they were letting people in and it was about half full. The second demonstration was given by a very popular chef and there was already a long line when I got there (about 20 minutes before). I think they usually last 30 minutes.

I guess in my (very uneducated) opinion I would get there 15 minutes before. They will still let you in if the tables are full but you won't get a sample. I thought the demonstations were fun and a break from the crowds. I hope you have a great time