As the highly anticipated AFL Gather Round returns to South Australia in April, the Barossa Valley will once again step into the spotlight as a premium host venue, putting the many fantastic businesses that call the region home on show.
One business set to be one of the weekend’s must-visit destinations is Kies Family Wines. Located opposite Barossa Park Oval in Lyndoch, the new oval that will host North Melbourne v Brisbane on Saturday, April 11th and Greater Western Sydney v Richmond on Sunday, April 12th. Kies is welcoming tourists and locals through its doors for the ultimate three-day off-field celebration, combining footy fever with Barossa hospitality, live music and long, wine-filled afternoons. And after a sell-out year last year, with more than 2,400 people through the doors, this is not one to miss.
Gather in the Barossa is a culmination of everything the region does best. Kies Family Wines will be sharing its full range of premium single-vineyard and estate-grown wines, giving visitors the chance to explore what the winery does best and its signature Barossa styles in a relaxed setting. Food is front and centre too, with local platter boxes, 12-hour smoked brisket burgers, German-style hotdogs and more, all perfectly matched with craft beers and cocktails from Monkey Nut Cafe available throughout the festivities. Adding to the fun, local market stalls will showcase regional producers, turning the winery lawns into a spot to explore.
Setting the vibe will be live music across the weekend and big screens to make sure footy fans won’t miss any of the action. Even without a stadium ticket, the energy of Gather Round will carry across from Barossa Park, and there’s sure to be an electric crowd enjoying the best of sport and wine side by side.
Families are warmly welcomed too, making Gather in the Barossa an easy choice for groups of all shapes and sizes. Kids can enjoy free face painting in their team colours, a dedicated children’s menu that includes milkshakes and babycinos, and plenty of open lawn space to run and play while the adults relax with a wine in hand.
For those looking to take their weekend to the next level, unique add-on experiences are just the thing. Scenic helicopter flights provide an awesome view of the vineyards and festival atmosphere below, while an exclusive winemaker experience will be the ultimate behind-the-scenes look for wine lovers. Practical perks make the event even more appealing, with accessible on-site parking directly across from Barossa Park and a brand-new marquee creating a comfortable environment no matter the weather.
“With over 2,400 people coming through the gates last year, we are just so excited to show people our little corner of the Barossa, just 70 metres from the Barossa Park stadium,” shared Jesseca Kies. With that, it’s clear that as Gather Round continues to be one of the most anticipated events on the South Australian calendar, Gather in the Barossa stands out as a celebration of everything locals love.
Gather in the Barossa
When: April 10th to 13th
Where: Kies Family Wines 1303 Barossa Valley Way, Lyndoch SA 5351 (just 70 metres from Barossa Park)
Price: Single Day Pass $10, Parking Pass $10 per day, Winemaker Experience $25
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