How do I plan for Food & Wine Festival?

[mama22]

We will be arriving 9/29 when F&W is supposed to begin. Anyone know when the schedule of events usually comes out? I'm making ADR's but I don't know if they will conflict with any events at F&W.
Thanks!

 

[Daydreams]

I'm waiting for that schedule, too! Last year it was July, but I'm not sure of the exact date and since most of the special events booked up fast I'll be watching carefully!

 

[webray]

Best thing would be to make your dining reservations. The special event (paid events) schedule will come out mid summer, you can always make adjustments at that time. As far as the free events/seminars/tastings, and the eating your way around the booths, you find that out when you get there. Things are usually offered multiple days/times each week so you have options.

 

[debbiepump]

They'll come out in July-after they're done with the Flower and Garden (so I'm told).
Last year, they came out the end of July-be sure and go to the Party for the Senses and this year we want to go to one of the 'classes' (wine tasting/pairing) or even one of the lunches-but those sell out on the first day tickets are offered. Costly-so save your $$$ but well worth it.

 

[crazy4wdw]

Watch the disboards, especially in late June and July as people will post as information becomes available regarding the Food & Wine Festival.

You can take a look at last year's special offerings at the following link: http://www.allearsnet.com/tp/ep/fw05/fw05_events.htm This will give you a good idea of the events that will be offered in 2006.

Reservations for last year's events started on 7/25/05. If you are interested in attending any of special offerings, you will need to make advanced reservations. Many of the events sell out within the first hour or two on the first day reservations are accepted. There is a special phone # to call for F&W events, I believe it is 407-WDW-FEST. I did Sweet Sundays and Lunch & Learn last year and enjoyed both!

 

[mama22]

Thanks for all the replies. I saw the allears site and it is great. I didn't realize things sell out that quickly!