Parley Lake Winery

Parley Lake Winery, located just west of Minneapolis/St. Paul in the picturesque hills of Waconia, is a unique destination that combines the love of art and wine. Our 125-acre vineyard and orchard offer a distinctive setting where visitors can taste our award-winning handcrafted Minnesota wines, enjoy live music, and view local art. With over 200 medals in national and international wine competitions, our wines are a testament to our commitment to quality and craftsmanship.

In 2024, we invite you to visit our expanded tasting room, complete with indoor restrooms and a wrap-around deck overlooking our Lake View Stage and Itasca vineyard. Our art gallery features local artists, adding to the unique ambiance of our winery.

Services Offered

At Parley Lake Winery, we offer a variety of services and events for our visitors to enjoy. Our services include:

• Wine Tastings: Visitors can taste our award-winning Minnesota wines in our expanded tasting room or on our wrap-around deck overlooking the vineyard. We offer wine tastings on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
• Live Music: Enjoy live music from local musicians while sipping on our handcrafted wines. Our Lake View Stage hosts a variety of musicians, from singer-songwriters to full bands.
• Art Gallery: Our art gallery features local artists, showcasing a variety of mediums and styles. Visitors can view and purchase artwork while enjoying a glass of wine.
• Wine Club: Join our wine club and receive regular shipments of our handcrafted wines, along with exclusive discounts and access to member-only events.
• Private Events: Parley Lake Winery is the perfect venue for weddings, corporate events, and private parties. Our scenic vineyard and tasting room provide a distinctive setting for any event.
• Online Shop: Visitors can purchase our wines and merchandise online, with shipping available throughout the continental United States.

Upcoming Events

Parley Lake Winery hosts a variety of special events throughout the year. Here are some upcoming events to look forward to:

• Live Music with James Dahl: May 17, 2024 from 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM, enjoy live music from singer-songwriter James Dahl while sipping on our handcrafted wines.
• Sip & Paint: May 17, 2024 from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM, register by May 10th to participate in our Sip & Paint event, where you can create your own artwork while enjoying a glass of wine.
• New Song Collective presents Oliver Brooks: May 18, 2024 from 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM, enjoy a live performance from singer-songwriter Oliver Brooks, whose unique approach to folk guitar blends timeless songwriting traditions and genre-bending textures.
• Concert in the Vines - GB Leighton: May 24, 2024 from 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM, join us for a live concert in the vines with GB Leighton, a great glass of wine, and a delicious BBQ-style meal from Divine Swine.
• Concert in the Vines - Martin Zellar: May 31, 2024 from 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM, enjoy a live concert in the vines with Martin Zellar, who continues to make his living writing, recording, and performing music.
• ArtStock: Art, Wine & Music Festival: July 13th & 14th from 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM, join us for our annual ArtStock festival, featuring local artists, wine tastings, and live music.