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December Winery Events Across Tennessee: Christmas Activities and Winter Experiences

December 12, 2025 | by

If you’re spending the holidays in Tennessee or hosting out-of-town family, the Tennessee Wine Trail offers plenty of events throughout December, including markets, live music, tastings, classes, and other seasonal activities. It’s a great time to explore new stops or revisit wineries you enjoyed earlier in the year.

While each destination offers its own festive charm, most will be operating on modified schedules throughout the holiday period. To avoid surprises, check each winery’s website for the most accurate hours and event updates before you visit.

Where to Find Tennessee Winery Events This December

Several Tennessee wineries are hosting holiday markets, classes, live performances, and themed winter events throughout December. Here’s an overview of what’s happening across the state.

To explore what’s happening nearest you, skip ahead to Middle or East Tennessee.

Middle Tennessee

Arrington Vineyards

(6211 Patton Rd, Arrington, TN 37014)

Arrington Vineyards hosts live jazz, trivia, and songwriting in their heated pavilion throughout December.

  • Jazz in the Pavilion – December 20, 21, 27, 28 at 1 pm
  • Songwriting in the Pavilion – December 14 at 6 pm
  • Trivia in the Pavilion- December 17 at 6 PM
  • Special Holiday Trivia Events:
    • Christmas Eve Trivia — 2 PM (Dec 24)
    • New Year’s Eve Trivia — 2 PM (Dec 31)

Food trucks rotate throughout December. Check Arrington’s event calendar for details.

Beans Creek Winery

(426 Ragsdale Road, Manchester, TN 37355)

Beans Creek Winery offers December events that are perfect for date nights, gatherings, or creative outings.

  • Sip & Paint — $35 – December 12, 6–8 PM
    • Reservations for Sip & Paint can be made by messaging Evelley’s Treasures on Facebook.
  • 15th Annual Wine Walk — Shelbyville Square – December 12, 4–8 PM – A festive community tradition with vendors, wine samples & holiday shopping.
  • Saturday Night Live (Music) – December 13, 6–9 PM
  • 12 Days of Christmas Sale – December 13–24
    • Daily deals are announced on social media.

Regular tastings and weekend entertainment continue all month.

Beachaven Winery & Vineyards

(1100 Dunlop Ln, Clarksville, TN 37040)

Beachaven Winery is hosting several unique, hands-on events throughout December.

  • Holiday Market on the Lawn – December 20, 10 AM–6 PM
    • Browse local vendors, handmade goods, and enjoy wine by the glass, perfect for last-minute shopping.
  • Live Music – December 13, 20, & 27 at 3–6 PM

 

Bristow Road

(416 Bristow Rd, Crossville, TN 38571)

Bristow Road has several December events that are easy to fit into holiday schedules.

  •  Paint & Sip – December 17
    • A relaxed evening of painting with wine available for purchase.
    • Registration for classes and events is required on their website.
  • Live Music – Fridays and Saturdays

 

Sumner Crest Winery

(5306 S Old Hwy 52, Portland, TN 37148)

Sumner Crest features seasonal crafting opportunities and weekend entertainment.

  • Painting with a Twist – December 13, 11 AM–1 PM
    • Instructor-led painting. (Reservations required)
  • Live Music – Fridays & Sundays

See their website for the current lineup.

 

East Tennessee

The Winery at Seven Springs Farm

(1474 Tennessee 61, Maynardville, TN 37807)

Seven Springs Farm Winery features festive shopping, workshops and December specials.

  • Sunday Mimosas – Every Sunday in December
    • A weekly mimosa special is great for group visits.
  • Candle-Making Class – December 13
    • Create your own holiday-scented candle.

 

Walnut Springs Winery

(1175 Midway Road, Strawberry Plains, Tennessee 37871)

Walnut Springs offers a festive December schedule in East Tennessee, with weekly specials, workshops, comedy, and themed dinners.

  • Sangria Sunday – Every Sunday (11 AM–5 PM)
    • House-made sangria each week.
  • Singo Night – Thursdays at 6:30 PM
    • Free music-themed bingo.
  • Holly Jolly Hoedown (Line Dancing) – December 12, 6:30 PM
  • Uncorked & Unfiltered Comedy Show ($20 at the door) – December 13, 6:30–8:30 PM Featuring Keith Marcell.
  • Paint & Sip: The Mean One ($38) – December 14, 1–3 PM
  • Fondue Night ($64 per person) – December 19, 6:30–8:30 PM
  • Murder Mystery: Scrooge’s Last Noel ($69 per person) – December 20, 5:30–7:30 PM
  • Crackling Wood Wick Candle Workshop – December 21, 2–4 PM
  • Masquerade Ball Murder Mystery ($69 per person) – December 27, 5:30–7:30 PM
  • Paint & Sip: New Year’s Eve ($36 per person) – December 28, 1–3 PM

 

Plan Your Holiday Wine Trail Trip

With so many December events happening at wineries across Tennessee, there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate the season. Don’t forget to download the Tennessee Wine Trail Passport to guide your travels and earn rewards as you explore. Be sure to double-check each winery’s hours before you visit; holiday schedules can shift quickly. And for ongoing event updates, behind-the-scenes content, and festive inspiration, follow Tennessee Wines on Instagram and Facebook.