Wine Island

The forecast for Canberra’s first weekend in December is 100% chance of wine! 

The creators of Wine Island Sydney have partnered with the Mushroom Group to bring their unique island experience to Canberrans for the chance to enjoy a paradise of their own. From Friday 2nd to Sunday 4th December 2022, Wine Island will float into our nation’s capital to take over Queen Elizabeth II Island (formerly known as Aspen Island) on Lake Burley Griffin in Canberra. 

Wine Island Canberra will give visitors the chance to live on island time for the opening weekend of summer when they step into a lush, green oasis for a getaway that’s unique, boutique and luxurious – time on QEII Island won’t move from hour to hour but from mood to moment and drink to drink. 

Once on the island, guests will enjoy cellar door experiences from a broad range of Australian winemakers, from regions including the Hunter Valley, McLaren Vale, King Valley, Coonawarra, and Alpine Valley.  If you’re dreaming of an overseas escape, kick back at the Greek Beach Club featuring the finest wines, beer and ouzo from Drink Greek. There’s even a DJ to set the paradise vibes spinning live tunes. 

There’ll be plenty of Canberra legends in attendance too, including BentSpoke Brewing Co., Lark Hill, Big River Distilling Co., Contentious Character, Sholto Wines, and Mount Majura. Gourmet food will be available from Olleyville by Create (cheese and charcuterie platters, tacos, dessert), Grease Monkey (burgers), Olive at Hawker (Mediterranean) with more to be announced soon. 

Food and wine aren’t the only agenda items on the holiday itinerary - activities are a big part of the experience on Wine Island, so pull up your sleeves and get involved! There are the hugely popular Wine Selectors wine education masterclasses, where you can pit your inner vino detective against other holidaymakers to reveal mystery wines with clues from our experts. 

If you fancy yourself as an artist, our speedy Pinot & Picasso art classes allow you to take home your own painting with guidance from a professional. Discover more about Canberra’s Big River Distilling Co at their gin classes. There’s even Yoga + Unwined on the beach providing what would have to be the perfect blend of self-care and ‘me’ time. 

To ensure Wine Island has that first-class feeling and guests can take their time interacting with winemakers, only a very limited number of holidaymakers can attend each session. Relaxed seating areas complement the stunning Canberra backdrop and provide deluxe spaces for everyone to ‘drink in’ the festival atmosphere and soak up the rays with stunning views of Lake Burley Griffin. 

Island days are the best kind of days, so gather your friends and get ready to love the wine you’re with! We look forward to welcoming you to Wine Island for a drop in the Capital that’s sure to make a big splash! 

Wine Island Members pre-sale: 12 noon AEST on Tuesday 20 September. Sign up at wineisland.com.au (runs 24 hours or until allocation exhausted) 

Frontier Members pre-sale: 12 noon AEST on Tuesday 20 September (runs 24 hours or until allocation exhausted) via frontiertouring.com/wineisland 

General Public on sale: 12 noon AEST on Thursday 22 September 

Presented by Black Betty Productions and Frontier Touring – Part of the Mushroom Group 

We thank the ACT Government for their support of the event through the ACT Event Fund.  

WINE ISLAND SESSION TIMES   

Friday 2 December  | 6pm – 9.30pm AEDT 
Queen Elizabeth II Island | Canberra, ACT   

18+   
moshtix.com.au | Ph: 1300 438 849   

Saturday 3 December | 10am – 1:30pm AEDT  
Queen Elizabeth II Island | Canberra, ACT   

18+   
moshtix.com.au | Ph: 1300 438 849   
    
Saturday 3 December | 2:30pm – 6pm AEDT 
Queen Elizabeth II Island | Canberra, ACT   

18+    
moshtix.com.au | Ph: 1300 438 849   

Saturday 3 December | 7pm – 10:30pm AEDT 
Queen Elizabeth II Island | Canberra, ACT   

18+    
moshtix.com.au | Ph: 1300 438 849   
 
Sunday 4 December | 11am – 2:30pm AEDT 

Queen Elizabeth II Island | Canberra, ACT   

18+   
moshtix.com.au | Ph: 1300 438 849   

Sunday 4 December | 3:30pm – 7pm AEDT 
Queen Elizabeth II Island | Canberra, ACT   

18+   
moshtix.com.au | Ph: 1300 438 849   

TICKETING Info 

5 Star Tickets (GA) 

$75.95 ($69.00 + $6.95 booking & processing fee) 

Holiday package inclusions: 

• Entry to Wine Island Canberra 2022 for your chosen day and session 

• 4 x 30ml wine tastings from any Wine Stall 

• 1 x Wine Island branded tumbler 

• Access to complimentary Wine Selectors wine education masterclasses and Yoga + Unwined classes (first in first served basis) 

7 Star Tickets (VIP) 

$198.29 ($189 + $9.29 booking and processing fee 

Holiday package inclusions: 

• Entry to Wine Island Canberra 2022 for your chosen day and session 

• 6 x 30 ml wine tastings available from any Wine Stall in GA area 

• 1 x Wine Island branded tumbler 

• 1 x Wine Island branded tote bag  

• 1 x Meal voucher from any food stall in GA area (selected meals only) 

• Access to complimentary Wine Selectors wine education masterclasses and Yoga + Unwined classes (first in first served basis) in the GA area 

• Exclusive access to the VIP area featuring: 

• House of Bubbles bar (each guest receives 1 x complimentary glass of champagne) 

• Oyster bar (each guest receives 4 x complimentary Rock Oysters) plus roaming shucker 

• Massage therapists - complimentary back, neck and shoulder (first in first served basis) 

ISLAND EXPERIENCES  

Wine Selectors Masterclasses 

All wine education masterclasses are complimentary and include tastings (first in first served). 

Come and pit your sensory know-how against other holidaymakers in our Wine Selectors Masterclasses – let the island challenges begin! 

POP ‘N’ PINK  

• Wines: Sparkling White, Sparkling Rosé, Rosé 

• Description: Versatile, refreshing and absolutely delicious! Kick start your Wine Island escapades with some Sparkling and Rosé! 

BATTLE OF THE WHITES 

• Wines: 3 x white varietals 

• Description: Your senses are your secret weapon to revealing the hidden white wines in this unique tasting game.  

MASKED REDS 

• Wines: 3 x red varietals 

• Description: All will be revealed when you try to guess the identity of our masked red wines – no peeking! 

SIP ‘N’ TELL 

• Wines: 2 x white varietals / 1 x red varietal 

• Description: Use your powers of deduction and wine smarts to identify mystery wines with clues from our experts – challenge accepted! 

Big River Gin Masterclasses 

$25.49 ($25.00 + $0.49 processing fee add-on premium masterclass) 

(Includes a refreshing G&T) 

Learn more about distilling and gin whilst also tasting a selection of gins from Canberra's highly awarded Big River Distilling Co. 

Limited tickets available for add-on purchase via Moshtix. 

Pinot & Picasso  

$15.29 ($15.00 + $0.29 processing fee add-on premium masterclass) 

At our speed paint sessions at Wine Island, local artists will guide you through basic painting techniques. You'll be releasing your inner Picasso, leaving with your very own Wine Island inspired masterpiece. 

Yoga + Unwined 

Join us on the beach for an express vinyasa inspired flow and moment of mindfulness. We promise you’ll walk away not only feeling like you’ve really earnt that glass of wine or two but also that you’ve done something positive for your mind, body and soul. 

Music 

DJ Charlie Villas 

Charlie Villas is one of Sydney’s favourite party starters and most in-demand DJs. A vibe maker and dance floor legend. A master of combining styles in unexpected ways. Think disco and Prince, Paradise Garage and music from legendary New York clubs, Glitterbox with ’80s boogie mixed with global heat and memories from the best house party you’ve ever been to. This is the spirit of Charlie Villas and it’s the spirit of Wine Island. 

FOOD & BEVERAGE  

BEVERAGES 

Dal Zotto Wines - King Valley (VIC) 

Feathertop Winery - Alpine Valley (VIC) 

Bike and Barrel - Alpine Valley (VIC) 

Savannah Estate | Petersons Wines - Hunter Valley (NSW) 

Tulloch Wines - Hunter Valley (NSW) 

Hungerford Hill - Hunter Valley (NSW) 

Peterson House - Hunter Valley (NSW) 

Rosnay Wines - Orange (NSW) 

Dandelion Vineyards - McLaren Vale (SA) 

Chalk Hill Wines - McLaren Vale (SA) 

DiGiorgio Family Wines - Coonawarra (SA) 

Jim Barry Wines - Clare Valley (SA) 

Shut the Gate Wines - Clare Valley (SA) 

Wine Selectors Cellar Door 

Canberra Drops 

Mount Majura Vineyard  

Contentious Character 

Sholto Wines 

Lark Hill  

BentSpoke Brewing Co. 

Big River Distilling Co. 

Greek Beach Club 

Join us on the beach for a taste of Greece by Drink Greek featuring: 

• Karanikas Cuvee Brut 

• Mylonas Savatiano 

• Troupis Tomh rose 

• Pills Hellas beer 

• Lost Lakes Ouzo 

FOOD 

• Olleyville by Create (cheese, charcuterie platters, tacos and dessert) 

• Grease Monkey (burgers) 

• Olive at Hawker (Mediterranean) 

• Oysters (VIP area only)