3rd Annual Wine for Wishes by the Bay

Thank you to our Champagne and Vintage Sponsors! 

Your sustaining support helps create life changing memories and wishes for our local children with critical illnesses! 

Sip. Savor. Support. Make Wishes Come True

Join us for Wine for Wishes by the Bay, an unforgettable seaside celebration where fine wine, incredible food, live music, and powerful wish stories come together for a cause that changes lives.

Wine for Wishes by the Bay is Make-A-Wish Rio Grande Valley's signature wine and community experience, featuring curated wine tastings, delicious bites from local restaurants, live entertainment, meaningful sponsor activations, and inspiring stories of the wishes you help make possible.

The weekend kicks off on Friday, October 16, with Packet Pickup and a spirited Happy Hour at Henrietta's Bayfront Restaurant beginning at 7:00pm.

The main event takes place Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 6:00-9:00 PM at The Shores in South Padre Island, for the 3rd Annual Wine for Wishes by the Bay.

Last year, more than 500 guests enjoyed the opportunity to sample 20+ wines, savor small bites from favorite local restaurants, and celebrate under the stars-all in support of children with critical illnesses across the Rio Grande Valley.

This year, we invite you to join us once again as we Sip, Savor, and Support Make-A-Wish Rio Grande Valley. Whether you choose to sponsor the event, purchase tickets, or participate as a featured restaurant, your involvement helps turn hope into reality.

Together, we create life-changing wishes for children who need them most.

🍷 Wine for Wishes VIP Experience

Elevate Your Evening. Transform a Child's Life.
Experience Wine for Wishes at its finest with exclusive access to our VIP area. Designed for those who want to enjoy an elevated evening while making an extraordinary impact, the VIP Experience offers premium hospitality, special amenities, and the opportunity to be among our most dedicated WishMakers.

As a VIP guest, you'll enjoy enhanced access and exclusive touches throughout the evening, all while helping Make-A-Wish Rio Grande Valley bring hope, strength, and joy to children facing critical illnesses.

Every VIP ticket supports our mission to create life-changing wishes for local children and their families across the Rio Grande Valley.

✨ Exclusive VIP access
🍷 Premium wine experience
⭐ Special event amenities
💙 The opportunity to help grant wishes in our community

Join us for an unforgettable night of fine wine, exceptional food, and the power of a wish.

Limited VIP spots are available. Reserve yours today and help make wishes come true.

Dear Restaurant & Beverage Partner, 

We're excited to invite you to be part of Wine for Wishes by the Bay!  Last year 500+ of guests had an unforgettable night of food, wine, music, and meaningful impact - and we would love to highlight your business as part of the tasting experience.  

We're inviting you to:

• Showcase your offerings with small bites, sips, or tasting portions for guests.
• Promote your business in front of 700-1,000 supporters.
• Connect with new customers through our printed event Passport.
• Be featured in event marketing (website, printed materials, social media).
   

To be considered, please:

• Review and acknowledge the Rules/Guidelines (online).
• Complete application and submit to [email protected] 
• Please note, this is a charity event. No on-site food or beverage sales are permitted.

To apply, please complete THIS FORM

Special Thanks to our 2025 Restaurant and Beverage Sponsors!

Each and Every one of you made this a success! Thank you for bringing our local flavors to our guests! 

STC, Meatball Cafe, Henrietta's Bayfront Dining, Longboards, SPI Wine Bar, Jolie Petite, Joe's Oyster Bar, Barry's Bistro, Mariluna, Crumbl, Isla Balli, Gabriella's Italian Grill,  Dos Rios Vineyards, Bonita Flats 

We will be posting hotel partners and rates ASAP. Keep Checking Back in August, 2026!