Punta del Este Food and Wine Festival

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Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forRegional food & drinkNow reaching its 10th anniversary edition in
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: UYU
CategoryFood & DrinkFestival type
The story

Punta del Este Food and Wine Festival in Punta del Este

Punta del Este Food & Wine is an annual gourmet festival held in October, bringing together top chefs from Uruguay, Argentina, Brazil, Spain, and the United States at venues including Narbona and Colinas de Garzon. Its 2026 edition marks the festival's 10th anniversary on Uruguay's coast.

Punta del Este has long marketed itself as South America's glamour beach capital, but each October, before the summer crowds arrive, the resort town shifts its identity toward something more specifically culinary: Punta del Este Food & Wine.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

Now reaching its 10th anniversary edition in 2026, Punta del Este Food & Wine has grown into what Uruguayan media call one of the country's most anticipated gastronomic events, distinguished by staging its multi-day program across some of the region's most scenic private venues rather than a single conference-style location, including Playa Vik, described as one of the best spots in Uruguay to watch the sunset, and Colinas de Garzon, an olive grove and vineyard estate that visitors compare to the landscape of Tuscany

02

The mystery stays covered

The festival's Instagram following of over 33,000 people underscores its reach beyond a purely local audience, positioning it as a genuine draw for the international crowd that visits Punta del Este each Southern Hemisphere spring

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

The festival follows the international food-and-wine festival format popularized across major wine regions worldwide

Water and renewal

Living ritual

adapted to Uruguay's own Atlantic coast gastronomic and winemaking identity

The sacred route

Living ritual

with a particular emphasis on pairing global chef talent with Uruguayan producers such as the Colinas de Garzon olive oil estate

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA

Getting around

For Punta del Este Food and Wine Festival, plan transport around the exact Punta del Este venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.

What to wear

Smart casual to elegant resort wear is appropriate, particularly for evening tastings at scenic venues like Playa Vik, with comfortable shoes for outdoor vineyard and coastal settings.

Safety

Use normal food-market caution, hydrate, and leave time between crowded stalls.

Where to stay

For Punta del Este Food and Wine Festival, stay near the part of Punta del Este you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

Tickets/cost

Entry may be free while tastings, meals, or special tables are paid locally.

Language/currency

UYU

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map34.95 S, 54.93 WOpen in Google Maps

Punta del Este, Maldonado, Uruguay

Nearest airportMVD — Carrasco General Cesáreo L. Berisso
TransportFor Punta del Este Food and Wine Festival, plan transport around the exact Punta del Este venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.
Stay areaFor Punta del Este Food and Wine Festival, stay near the part of Punta del Este you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Punta del Este Food and Wine Festival?

Punta del Este Food and Wine Festival is listed for Dates to be announced. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Punta del Este Food and Wine Festival take place?

The festival is listed in Punta del Este, Uruguay. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

Annual is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Punta del Este, Maldonado, Uruguay

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

Found something inaccurate or outdated? Email hello@eventisimus.com with the festival page link and the correction.

Official URLpuntafoodandwine.uy
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Listed datesDates TBA
Source statusOfficial source linked
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