Get ready to leash up, sip up and sniff out some fun – because on Saturday 11 October 2025, the Coonawarra wine region will host its first-ever Woof & Wine Walk – a quirky, tail-wagging cellar door trail designed for wine lovers and their furry best friends.
From puppuccinos to pup pedicures, this is not your average wine tasting. Participants (both two- and four-legged) will stroll between six iconic wineries, enjoying tastings, gourmet bites, and a host of dog-friendly experiences along the way.
“We wanted to create an event that celebrates the fun, laid-back lifestyle of our region – while also welcoming the growing number of dog-loving travellers,” says Dan Redman, co-organiser of the event.
“It’s a unique and relaxed day out for the whole family – dogs, kids, and all. We’re encouraging visitors to make a weekend of it and enjoy everything Coonawarra and the Limestone Coast have to offer.”
Highlights include:
- Six cellar doors with dog-friendly experiences
- Take-home tasting glass for humans
- A welcome gift for each pup
- A donation to animal welfare charities RSPCA SA and South East Animal Welfare League (SEAWL)
- Contests like Best Dressed Dog and Dog & Owner Lookalike
- Yappy Hour, paw-sonalised wine labels, and a dog treat market
The event is self-paced and relaxed, offering a unique new way to explore one of South Australia’s most celebrated wine regions.
Tickets start at $35 (early bird pricing ends 13 September) and spots are expected to fill quickly.
Whether you’re a Coonawarra local or a visitor with a taste for wine and wet noses, the Woof & Wine Walk is set to be a highlight on the spring event calendar.
Event Details
Date: Saturday 11 October 2025
Location: Start & finish at DiGiorgio Family Wines, Riddoch Hwy, Coonawarra SA
Tickets & Info: https://coonawarra.org/event/coonawarra-walking-trail-woof-and-wine-walk/
Participating wineries: DiGiorgio Family Wines, Zema Estate, Ottelia Wines, Redman Wines, Brand’s Laira and Wynns Coonawarra Estate.
