Grazing the Granite Belt - Autumn Edition

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Sat 02 May 2026 - Sun 03 May 2026

Long lunches, fine wines and a weekend made for slowing down

Escape to Queensland's high country this autumn for a weekend of long lunches, fine wines, and lazy grazing through one of Australia's most distinctive food and wine regions.

On May 2 and 3, Grazing the Granite Belt returns with an intimate, boutique festival that invites you to slow down, sip, savour, and connect with the passionate makers of the Granite Belt, just 2-3 hours from Brisbane and the Gold Coast.

Hosted by Granite Belt Wine & Tourism, this is your ultimate foodie-and-wine escape - designed for those who love discovering new flavours, meeting the makers, and soaking up country hospitality at its most charming.

What to expect

Over two delicious days, you'll:
• Graze your way across the Granite Belt on a curated tasting trail, visiting 10 character-filled venues between Stanthorpe and Ballandean.
• Meet the makers behind the wines, ciders, meads and seasonal produce that make this cool-climate region so special.
• Savour paddock-to-plate experiences, vineyard restaurant delights, farm-gate tastings and boutique meaderies.
• Unwind in stunning scenery, from vineyards dotted with granite boulders to brunch among the apple orchards.

This is not a rushed festival. It's a relaxed, immersive weekend where you can truly taste the Granite Belt - in every sense.

Your weekend pass includes:

A single weekend ticket unlocks an all-inclusive experience of lazy grazing and discovery:
• Grazing plates and bites crafted with fresh, seasonal Granite Belt produce
• Perfectly paired wine tastings at each stop
• Sunday brunch at three gorgeous venues, including brunch among the apples at Sutton's
• The chance to chat with winemakers, producers and chefs at a relaxed, unhurried pace

New in 2026, you can choose the ticket style that suits your weekend:
• Hop-On, Hop-Off Pass - relax, ride, sip and graze without worrying about driving.
• Self-Drive Ticket - enjoy the flexibility to explore the region in your own time and style.

Why you’ll love Grazing the Granite Belt

• Easy weekend escape - just a few hours’ drive from Brisbane, Toowoomba, the Gold Coast and the Northern Rivers.
• Cool-climate wines - taste shiraz, alternative varieties and boutique drops you won’t find just anywhere.
• Seasonal, local, unforgettable - from truffles and cheese to apples and artisan produce, everything celebrates the Granite Belt's bounty.
• Genuine country hospitality - meet the people who grow, make and pour your food and wine.
• Slow-down vibes - no rushing, no lines, just time to wander, taste and truly unwind.

As Granite Belt Wine & Tourism President Rachael Lang says, "There’s nothing quite like the relaxed joy of Grazing the Granite Belt… It captures the heart of what makes this region special – genuine connections, incredible food and wine, and the time to truly unwind."

Tickets are limited – book your Granite Belt escape

Grazing the Granite Belt is an intimate event, designed to keep things relaxed, personal and special. Tickets are strictly limited and sell out each year.

If you’ve been dreaming of:
• a weekend of slow travel and long lunches
• discovering new wines in a cool-climate region
• connecting with passionate local producers
…then this is your sign to book.

Don’t miss out! Secure your spot at Grazing the Granite Belt – May 2 & 3, 2026.

Book your tickets now and get ready to sip, savour and graze your way through one of Queensland's most charming wine regions.

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PLAN YOUR VISIT

Grazing the Granite Belt - Autumn Edition
2–3 May 2026
Stanthorpe to Ballandean, Queensland

Saturday 2 May: 7 venues with the hop on, hop off bus include:
• Big Fella Wines
• Dear Vincent
• Hidden Creek Winery
• Jamworks x Symphony Hill
• Mount Stirling Meadery
• New Tricks
• The Church x Folly Truffles

Sunday Brunch 3 May, venues include:
• Jamworks Gourmet Food
• Sutton's Farm Cafe
• Vincenzo's Cafe

Discover the full program and book tickets at granitebeltwinecountry.com.au/grazing
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