Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the festival? Jungle Jim’s International Wine Festival will be held in the elegant Oscar Event Center located above Jungle Jim’s. Please park in the spaces designated for The Oscar Event Center located to the left as you come in the main entrance with the gorilla sign. The Oscar Event Center at Jungle Jim’s International Market

5440 Dixie Highway

Fairfield, OH 45014 Top

Where is the Connoisseur area? The Connoisseur area will be located in the recently renovated Oscar Station! Connoisseur ticket holders can park behind JungleJim's International Market, by the Oscar Station, formerly known as the Snake Station. The Oscar Station at Jungle Jim’s International Market

8871 N. Gilmore Rd.

Fairfield, OH 45014 Top

Will there be a Coat Check? Yes, there will be a Coat Check. The Coat Check will be located between the top of the Grand Stairway and the elevator. Top

Is there an age limit for the festival? Yes. You must be 21 to enter the festival. Photo ID is required for entrance. Top

Can I bring my child? No. You must be 21 to enter the festival. Photo ID is required for entrance. Top

Where can I purchase tickets? All tickets can be purchased online, in store, and at the door. Top

Can I purchase tickets at the door? Yes. Tickets will be available in the Beer & Wine Department the day of the festival if still available. Top

Is there a designated driver ticket? Yes. The Non-Drinker ticket is $26.63 per person (Price includes tax). Tickets are available online, and in the Beer and Wine Department. You must be 21 to enter the festival. Photo ID is required for entrance. Top

What is the Grand Tasting? With the Grand Tasting, you’ll sample hundreds of fine wines from around the world, enjoy light appetizers, and receive a commemorative 2019 Wine Festival glass with our indispensable Buyer's Guide. Plus, with our Buyer’s Club, you can order your favorite wines during the festival. Top

What do I get for the price of a Connoisseur Ticket? As a Connoisseur, you have access to everything that’s included in the Grand Tasting Ticket, plus exclusive wine selections, International Dinner by the Bite, and private restrooms all in your own special Connoisseur-only area. Top

What do I get for the price of a Non-drinker Ticket? The Non-Drinker Grand Tasting ticket includes entrance to the event for one evening, light appetizers, soda, water and coffee. Top

Where do I get my commemorative wine glass and Wine Buyer's Guide? You will be given your commemorative wine glass and Wine Buyer's Guide upon entrance to the Grand Tasting. Top

What do I get for the price of a Grand Tasting Ticket? The Grand Tasting ticket includes entrance to the event for one evening, a souvenir tasting glass and a Wine Buyer's Guide. In addition to the availability of over 400 wines, you will also have access to light appetizers, water, and coffee. Top

Will there be any food or drink available besides the wine samples? Yes. We will have food pairings, samples of food presented by Jungle Jim’s International Market. There will be light appetizer booths around the festival. However, samples will not be enough for a meal; they’re meant to help you enjoy the wines. The Connoisseur ticket includes "Dinner by the Bite". Top

Will I be able to purchase any of the wines? During the festival, you can order your favorite wines using Buyer's Club! Your selected wines will be available to pick-up and pay for in the Wine Department at your preferred location on November 13, just in time or the holidays! Top

What is Buyer’s Club? Buyer’s Club, formerly Purchase Passport, gives you the ability to order your favorite wines from the event. Top

How does Buyer’s Club work? Buyer’s Club is a free service, unique to our wine festival, that allows festival attendees the ability to order wines they’ve tasted for later pick up (at either Jungle Jim’s) just in time for the holidays. After the Festival, we will compile a list of all the wines you requested using your Buyer’s Club card. Your wine will be boxed and ready for purchase the Wednesday following the festival. All you need to do is come to the store, pay for it, and take it home. It’s that easy! Wines will be held for 2 weeks. Top

Is coffee free? Yes. Coffee and water are free. Top

How much is parking? Parking is free. Top

Where do I park? Please park in the area designated for The Oscar Event Center, which is close to the Holden Drive entrance to Jungle Jim’s International Market. You can also access the parking lots by coming in the gorilla entrance (which is the entrance with the digital sign) and turning right. The Oscar Event Center parking is on the right. Connoisseur ticket holders can park out by the Oscar Station. Top