The weekend’s events will raise funds and awareness for programs of the Jekyll Island Foundation, with the island’s research and education experts on-hand Friday and Saturday, showcasing some fun, interactive programs with coastal wildlife, from turtles to alligators. Advance discount tickets are available through December 31, 2017.
Attendees can expect to receive a Glencairn crystal souvenir glass to sip and savor unlimited tastings of great whiskey, spirits, wine and beer – savor culinary delights and enjoy some great music, all oceanfront and inclusive with admission ticket.
The W3 events take place with breathtaking background views of the Atlantic Ocean from the Jekyll Island Beach Village and The Westin Jekyll Island. A special “BBQ & Brews Alley” will be part of the Saturday afternoon festivities, with some of the South’s most revered Pitmasters and chefs. Friday’s “Master Class Pours” series of learning seminars, which feature some premium tasting opportunities and world-renowned beverage experts, Master and Advanced sommeliers, distillers and brew masters. Advance discount ticket savings are now available at whiskeywineandwildlife.com
There are many volunteer opportunities to get involved in fun, behind the scenes activities in all the events.
Schedule of Events –*Schedule of events and talent subject to change
Thursday, February 8: “W3 Wine Dinner at The Westin”, 6:30 pm, The Westin Jekyll Island
Friday, February 9: “Wine Cruise with Captain Phillip”,11 am – 1 pm, historic Jekyll Island Wharf
Friday, February 9: “W3 Master Class Pours”, 1 – 5 pm, The Westin Jekyll Island with opportunities to learn from the experts!
Friday, February 9: “Whiskey Inspired”, 6:30 – 9 pm, The Westin Jekyll Island with tasting bites from some of the South’s leading chefs will be whiskey inspired – from savory to decadent sweets! Enjoy music under the stars while sipping
and savoring classic cocktails, whiskey, wine and beer tastings in a souvenir Glencairn glass.
Saturday, February 10: “Whiskey, Wine & Wildlife – W3”, 1 – 4 pm, Jekyll Island Beach Village
An afternoon of exceptional beverage and culinary tastings, great music, cooking demos – and experience the island’s native wildlife up close! Souvenir glass with unlimited culinary and beverage tastings.
VIP Lounge, presented by Ocean Oaks on The Westin Rooftop tickets available.
Sunday, February 11: “W 3 Sunday Brunch”: 12:30 – 3:30 pm The Westin Jekyll Island
Brunch and unlimited tastings of Champagne, classic cocktails, Bloody Mary Bar, culinary delights and more – ticket includes taxes and gratuity.
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