The Details
Location: The Sturm Avenue Esplanade, 435 Sturm Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46201
(Sturm Ave. between N Arsenal Ave and N State Ave.)
Date: July 26, 2025
Time: 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Follow us at our socials: @holywineandcheese
The Fun Stuff
You like wine; you like cheese. But do you really, REALLY like wine and cheese??? Want to kick it up a notch? We’ve got you covered.
Up your game and take part in our special events:
Sommelier Experience
Sommelier Jan Bugher is back to lead you through a curated course of wine education. Wine tastings are paired with food. And thanks to the popularity of last years event, we’ve added a second Somme Experience time slot for 2025! Stay tuned for details.
Cheese Wars!
Watch your favorite local chefs compete in this gooey, melty food challenge! This year’s battle is all about MAC-N-CHEESE. Walk around the outdoor kitchen and watch the chefs work their magic. We’re excited to once again be partnering with The Kelly Wensing Community Fund to plan this exciting event focusing on local Indy chefs. Stay tuned for details.
To the Victor Goes the Spoils: This isn’t your average food contest. The winning chef of the Mac-N-Cheese Throwdown will receive a Golden Ticket to the World Food Championships!
Sponsorships
If you are interested in supporting our mission through a Business Sponsorship, please check out our Sponsorship Info page.
If you are a resident of the Holy Cross Neighborhood and would like to support our community initiatives through a Resident Sponsorship, please contact: winecheesefest@indyholycross.org
Vendors
Come check out this year’s amazing vendors!
- Auradelic
- Candle and Cole
- Devoted Health
- Gravesco
- Guys Cooking Creation
- Jen’s Custom Treasures
- Mary D Jellies and Preserves
- Mindful Motion, Abstract Art by A’Niyah
- Morning Dove Creations
- Pup & The Pepper
- The Royal Frenchmen Tea Co.
- Rub It Up Spice Blend
- Sherri Caudell Photography
- Y.A.M.S. Jewelry Design
Interested in being a vendor at our festival? Sign up using the Vendor Application form below:
