April 23, 2026 4:00 PM –6:00 PM

Wine Madness - Championship

2026 DIB Wine Madness Championship – Presented by Levin Papantonio

Stop what you’re doing. This is the grand finale of your new favorite spring tradition.

After six weeks of tastings, voting, and bracket-style competition, Wine Madness all comes down to this: the Championship Round. The top wines have battled their way through Downtown Pensacola, and now they’ll go head-to-head for the ultimate title.

Join the Downtown Improvement Board for the final showdown at The Wine Bar on Palafox and help crown the 2026 Wine Madness Champion.

-Thursday, April 23
-4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
-The Wine Bar on Palafox

Guests will enjoy curated tastings of the finalist wines and cast their vote to determine the winner. Expect a lively atmosphere, great company, and a little friendly competition, Wine Madness style.

Presented by Levin Papantonio, this bracket-style tasting event has quickly become a Downtown Pensacola favorite, blending great wine, local businesses, and interactive fun.

Sip. Scan. Vote. Crown the Champion.

🎟️ Tickets are limited and expected to sell out.

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Parking Instructions

Free parking is located in any City of Pensacola on-street parking spot, look for the Teal Signs. Paid parking available in the Jefferson Street Parking Garage located at 53 S Jefferson Street.

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