Taste of Pennsylvania Wine & Music Festival
The Taste of Pennsylvania Wine & Music Festival is a one-day, rain-or-shine event at York Memorial Park in York, PA. This year's festival occurs Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the park's tree-filled open fields.
Wineries, food trucks, live music, and artisanal spirits are available to sample and enjoy. Consider an RV rental near York, PA, to enjoy the event and give you the flexibility to explore the surrounding area in comfort. The easy pace of the festival makes it a great choice for first-time RV travelers.
ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT
There are wine tastings from more than 17 wineries, with wine slushies available. After tasting, you can purchase your favorites by the bottle or case to pick up on your way out. Artisanal spirits are also available. There will be food trucks on-site, and you can view the vendors page for updates. Live music occurs throughout the day, and there are designated shade locations in the park for outdoor food, non-alcoholic drinks, and picnic spreads.
ON-SITE AMENITIES
Free drinking water and public restrooms will be available at the festival. The VIP section includes dedicated restrooms and a reserved shade area. Limited seating is available, but the tradition is to bring your own lawn chair to enjoy the music. The culture is generally respectful of parking your chair to reserve your spot while you engage in other activities. No pets are allowed, but service animals are. Find out more by checking the park map on the York city website.
LOCATION
The Taste of Pennsylvania Wine & Music Festival is an annual function at York Memorial Park Complex, 500 Vander Avenue, York, PA 17403. The 72-acre municipal park has grassy, open areas with excellent shade groves. You will also find pavilions, picnic tables, public restrooms, and concessions. The park is also wheelchair-accessible. Nearby options outside the festival include a skate park, a playground, batting cages, and sand volleyball.
FAQs About RVing to the Taste of Pennsylvania Wine & Music Festival
Can you bring an RV to the Taste of Pennsylvania Wine & Music Festival?
No on-site RV camping is available at York Memorial Park. You may stay at nearby Ben Franklin RV Park, which has full hook-ups and is big rig friendly. Indian Rock Campground, which permits RVs up to 35' max length and has full hookups, is also a nearby drive or rideshare to the park.
Where can you park an RV at the Taste of Pennsylvania?
York Memorial Park adjoins several large parking lots with ample space. You can check out the City of York information page for additional parking options.
Is the Taste of Pennsylvania Wine & Music Festival family-friendly?
All ages are welcome. Guests 16 and older will need a ticket, and you must be 21+ to consume alcohol. The festival allows service animals only; no pets. You can enjoy the many open green spaces and picnic areas with your family.
Can you bring your own food and drinks?
Yes, unlike many events, Taste of Pennsylvania permits outside food and non-alcoholic beverages. The festival encourages guests to bring snacks, lawn chairs, and blankets to take full advantage of the atmosphere.
What time does the festival start and end?
VIP and Early Entry ticket holders may enter at noon. General entry begins at 1 p.m. The festival runs to 5 pm. RV travelers often arrive at their campground the evening before for a relaxing experience.
LINEUP
There is no music lineup posted yet. However, there will be a fantastic selection of Pennsylvania vintners, local food vendors, and enjoyable musical acts.
RVING AT THE EVENT
RV camping options are available within a short drive of York Memorial Park for RVers attending the festival. Several nearby campgrounds offer full hookups and convenient access to the event and the surrounding area.
Where to Camp Near the Taste of Pennsylvania Wine & Music Festival
Ben Franklin RV Park is a popular choice for RVers attending the festival. The location has 35 full hook-up locations and 10 water/electric sites. All electrical hook-ups are 50 amps. Wi-Fi is free, and there is a clubhouse and patio near the waterfall. Large and heated bathrooms are also available. Indian Rock Campground is another superb choice, accommodating maximum RV lengths of 35 feet. It is great for Class C motorhomes and campervans but can't accommodate larger rigs. Fishing and boating are nearby, and Wi-Fi is free. You can expect full hookups for water, electricity, and sewer.
RV Rental Tips for the Taste of Pennsylvania Wine & Music Festival
This is typically a sunny outdoor event, so it’s wise to print your ticket rather than struggling to show it on your phone at the entrance. The festival is lawn chair-friendly, so bring your own seating. Pack a cooler and some food to enjoy at one of the park's many picnic tables. VIP and early entry start at noon, and general admission kicks off at 1 p.m. The weather for the festival most years is temperate, but late spring brings rain showers in Pennsylvania. Pack rain gear because this is a rain-or-shine function. High temperatures usually land around 75 degrees Fahrenheit, and nighttime lows are close to 50 degrees.
WHERE TO STAY
If you’re not staying in your RV, there are several comfortable bed and breakfast options near the festival. These provide a convenient alternative if you prefer traditional lodging during the event. You can find luxurious accommodations at the Grace Manor Bed and Breakfast. It has four themed rooms, each inspired by a different country or continent: Mexico, France, Asia, and Malaysia. Each visitor gets a gourmet spread included with the stay. If you're a history buff, then your best bet is to stay at the Keystone Inn Bed and Breakfast. It's located in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, so it gives you a fantastic opportunity to relive Chamberlain's defense of Little Round Top on Day Two or Pickett's disastrous charge on Day Three. The bed and breakfast itself provides eight rooms that are each named for famous Civil War figures at Gettysburg. This comfortable inn also provides a charging station for electric vehicles, which is exclusively for guests of the bed and breakfast.
HOW TO GET THERE
• From Harrisburg: Take Route 83 south, which takes you right to York. • From Philadelphia: Follow Route 76 west out of the north part of the city. At the junction with Route 222, proceed southwest until you reach Route 30. Take Route 30 west-southwest all the way to York. • From Baltimore, Maryland: Follow Route 83 north. It goes straight to York.
PARKING
There are several large parking lots at York Memorial Park, with plenty of space for an RV. Alternatively, you can leave your RV at your campground and take a ride share to the venue.
TICKETS & PRICING
Tickets for the 2026 Taste of Pennsylvania Wine & Music Festival are available now at Crocodile Dog Marketing. Options range from $16.55 for a designated driver ticket, which includes free water all day, up to $47.60 for VIP, which adds early entry, a reserved shaded area, and dedicated restrooms. General admission runs $26.90, and Early Entry tickets are $37.25. All tickets are presale-only with no sales at the door.
WRAP UP
The Taste of Pennsylvania Wine & Music Festival is a one-day extravaganza dedicated to wine, food, and music. With live music, wine tasting, food trucks, and more, the festival is a great way to kick off the summer festival season before spring even ends. When the festival is over, downtown York also offers excellent dinner opportunities. All the latest discussion about the festival will appear on the event's Facebook page. Consider optional stops in Lancaster, Gettysburg, or Hersheypark for more fun.
2-Day RV Itinerary for the Taste of Pennsylvania Wine & Music Festival
• Day 1: Arrive the day before to set up your RV, enjoy dinner in York, and get to see everything the area offers. Visit our RV rental tips for beginners, if this is your first time. • Day 2: Enjoy the festival! VIP and Early Entry tickets give you a chance to beat the crowd. Take in the music, sample wines from across the region, and enjoy a picnic in the park. After the festivities, you can explore York's downtown or check out the many offerings in nearby communities on your way to your next destination.
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