The Prosecco Festival

Overview

Hold onto your hats because things are about to get fizzy. On Saturday, February 22, The Prosecco Festival returns for its eighth annual edition, transforming Abbotsford Convent into an oasis of effervescence.

Needless to say, bubbles will be the order of the day as leading prosecco producers from Australia and Italy show off their finest fizz across two sessions (11am–3pm, 4.30–8.30pm). Tickets start from $65, which gets you entry, a tote bag and a reusable tulip-shaped glass, plus four hours of unlimited tastings.

You'll sample over 50 different proseccos from locals like Pizzini, Dal Zotto, Brown Brothers and Vino Intrepido; and Italian labels including Bandini, Calneggia, Rigoni and Divici. Even Kylie Minogue's signature prosecco rosé will be pouring.

Other fizz-related delights will include local craft brews, cider and a spritz menu from the Van Di Vino prosecco van, plus Edenvale Wines will offer a range of alcohol-removed vinos. Meanwhile, an Italian-accented food offering is set to feature bites like arrostocini, arancini, Milawa cheese and desserts by The Pav Queen.

Feeling festive? Nab a $120 VIP ticket and you'll also enjoy an additional snack-matched tasting masterclass led by The Prosecco Queen Melissa Brauer.

And for the first time ever, the Oratory is hosting kick-ons for The Prosecco Festival, playing 90s bangers from 8.45–10.30pm ($30 entry).