Events in Champaign

Blackout Wednesday Exclusive w/ Catseye
Nov
27

Blackout Wednesday Exclusive w/ Catseye

Catseye is a band that creates music that will groooove you. From rock to pop, blues to funk, be sure to bring your dancing shoes because you won’t be sitting for long! Come join us for this exclusive performance the evening before thanksgiving!

$5 cover charge per person

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Sunday Wine Down w John Drake
Dec
1

Sunday Wine Down w John Drake

In addition to his own songs, John covers a variety of blues, country and Americana including Rolling Stones, Grateful Dead, The Band, Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash, John Prine, Hank Williams, Allman Bros, Muddy Waters, Howling Wolf and many more.

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Christmas Pop Up Bar
Dec
6

Christmas Pop Up Bar

Kick off the holiday season with a cozy evening of the soft jazz melodies of the Church Street Ramblers. Sip of some mulled wine and savor the flavors of the season as you unwind with friends or loved ones!

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PBS live @ our Christmas Pop Up Bar
Dec
15

PBS live @ our Christmas Pop Up Bar

Kick off the holiday season in style at Alto Vineyards with a festive Ugly Christmas Sweater Party featuring PBS in our DECKED out banquet room full of Christmas decorations. Join us for an evening of music, laughter, and holiday cheer as we celebrate the season. Put on your ugliest sweater and enjoy the holiday spirit.

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Fire Doll Studio Holiday Candle Making
Dec
18

Fire Doll Studio Holiday Candle Making

Join us at Alto Vineyards for an evening of wine and candle making with Fire Doll Studio! Grab a glass of wine and take in the holiday ambiance as you craft your very own candle! Keep it in your home to light up your dinner table this season, or give it to a loved one as a one of a kind present. Either way- it’s sure to be a cozy night!

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Rockin New Years Eve w/ Dave N Lisa
Dec
31
to Jan 31

Rockin New Years Eve w/ Dave N Lisa

Join us for an unforgettable evening with fan-favorites Dave N Lisa, as they bring their signature sound to Alto Vineyards (Champaign). Sip some amazing wines, enjoy great music, and welcome 2025 in style!

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Sunday Wine Down w/ Owen Knap
Jan
12

Sunday Wine Down w/ Owen Knap

Spend your Sunday at Alto Champaign enjoying the smooth sounds of Owen Knap- a young country artist with an old soul. His play list includes some “good ole county” and along with today’s favorite country artists. Don’t miss out!


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Sunday Wine Down w/ Owen Knap
Feb
23

Sunday Wine Down w/ Owen Knap

Spend your Sunday at Alto Champaign enjoying the smooth sounds of Owen Knap- a young country artist with an old soul. His play list includes some “good ole county” and along with today’s favorite country artists. Don’t miss out!


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Sunday Wine Down w/ Stuart Smith
Oct
13

Sunday Wine Down w/ Stuart Smith

Singer/Songwriter & Guitarist with a sonic palette as diverse as his influences in the Midwest as well as Appalachia. Americana, Rock, Folk, Blues, Rock; he taps into them all. Come out and enjoy a voice as smooth and soothing as the wine in your glass!

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Sunday Wine Down w/ Kalesa
Oct
6

Sunday Wine Down w/ Kalesa

Join us for an afternoon of live music at Alto Vineyards! Kalesa will be performing a mix of your favorite songs, bringing energy and excitement to your Sunday. Enjoy the beautiful vineyard setting, great company, and fantastic tunes. Don’t miss out on this fun and relaxing event!

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Sunday Wine Down w/ Larry Gates 3 Song Monte
Sep
29

Sunday Wine Down w/ Larry Gates 3 Song Monte

From 90’s to the 80’s to Motown and even country classics, you will help choose the setlist for a one of a kind listening experience. Glass of wine in hand, you pick a card, he sings the song. With Larry Gates’ 3 Song Monte, you are sure to be part of a show that will never be the same twice!

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CU Comedy
Sep
28

CU Comedy

C-U Comedy is at Alto Vineyards in Champaign, IL!  The last Saturday of every month through the summer we will be OUTSIDE the winery. Come out and laugh with a glass of wine and bring your friends!

Tickets for this event are $20. 

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Alto Champaign's Flannel Festival
Sep
21

Alto Champaign's Flannel Festival

Get that flannel out of the closet, dust off those boots, and join us for our first ever Flannel Fest at Alto Vineyards! Kick back and and enjoy an unforgettable evening of live country music, dancing, exclusive fall sangria, smash burgers and plenty of fun for the whole family! Free to the public!

Live Music:

  • The Blondarosa Band 1pm-3pm

  • Tony Lindsey & The Smoke Wagon 4pm-6pm

Food Truck by Highway Heartburn 1pm-6pm

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Paint & Sip w/ Canvas & Corks
Sep
13

Paint & Sip w/ Canvas & Corks

Alto Vineyards Champaign partners with Canvas & Corks to bring you Paint & Sip with Alto Vineyards. Enjoy your evening with follow-along painting class to start off the fall season. You will get a complimentary glass of whine while you create a beautiful piece of art to take home, or gift to someone special. Check out Canvas & Corks on Facebook for tickets.

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Candy Foster Parkland College Scholarship Fundraiser
Sep
8

Candy Foster Parkland College Scholarship Fundraiser

The annual Candy Foster Scholarship Fundraiser. Join Alto Vineyards in supporting Parkland College students perusing degrees in The Arts! Silent auction, food trucks, outdoor shows, raffles, and a chance to win an Buddy Guy autographed guitar! All ages welcome!

2 pm- The Fairchilds

3 pm- A-Train & Ther’up.y

4 pm- Men of Essence

5 pm- Candy Foster & Friends

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Music at the Vines w/ The Fairchilds
Sep
7

Music at the Vines w/ The Fairchilds

Saturday night under the stars……. What a great way to spend your weekend. Come hang at Alto and enjoy awesome wine, beer and slushy’s. Music with The Fairchilds …“The Fairchilds are a family band made up of a dad (Gary) his two sons (Gabe and Shawn) , and a daughter-in-law (Annette). They play a variety of music from the 50’s to today and have fun doing it!” Bring your lawn chairs and relax 🍷🎶🍷

$5 cover charge

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Sunday Wine Down with Billy Galt
Sep
1

Sunday Wine Down with Billy Galt

Sunday Wine Down with Billy Galt. Guitar/vocals has made blues his profession since 1980. Galt has honed his skills backing blues luminaries such as Homesick James, Sony Boy Williams Jr.. Maxwell Street Jimmy and Shirley King daughter of the legendary B.B. King.

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C-U Comedy
Aug
31

C-U Comedy

C-U Comedy is back at Alto Vineyards in Champaign, IL for the first show in the Summer Series 2024!  The last Saturday of every month through the summer we will be OUTSIDE the winery.

Tickets for this event are $20. 

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