Coonawarra Woof & Wine Walk Weekend – 14-15 November 2026

Back by popular demand after a sell-out debut – and set to be even bigger and better in 2026. Explore Coonawarra wineries with your best four-legged friend!

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After a hugely successful debut, the Coonawarra Woof & Wine Walk is back for 2026 – and we’re raising the bar. Expect an even bigger, better experience along the trail, with more to see, sip, and enjoy with your dog by your side.

Pack the lead, grab your walking shoes and make a weekend of it in Coonawarra for the Woof & Wine Weekend.

This dog-friendly celebration brings together wine, wellness, food and fun across a full weekend of tail-wagging experiences. Explore Coonawarra’s wineries with your four-legged companion by your side, discover special pop-up activities, enjoy local food and wine, and meet fellow dog lovers along the way.

From relaxed cellar door experiences and dog-friendly treats to unique events like Downward Dog Pup Yoga at Rymill, Woof & Wine is designed for both humans and hounds to enjoy together.

Whether you’re visiting for the day or planning a weekend escape, Woof & Wine is the perfect excuse to slow down, stay awhile and experience the best of Coonawarra with your furry friend.

Saturday 14 November – Woof & Wine Walk 🐕‍🦺

The Woof & Wine Walk is a relaxed, dog-friendly food and wine trail winding through some of Coonawarra’s most iconic wineries.

Explore six cellar doors at your own pace with your pup by your side. Each stop will feature something special – think live music, gourmet snacks, wine tastings, pup pedicures, dog treats, local market stalls, and more.

Whether you’re a local or looking for a weekend escape, this is the paw-fect way to experience Coonawarra.

Participating Wineries

📍 Brand’s Laira
📍 DiGiorgio Family Wines
📍 Ottelia
📍 Redman Wines
📍 Wynns Coonawarra
📍 Zema Estate

Event Details

Date: Saturday 14 November 2026, 10.30am-4pm
Starting Location: DiGiorgio Family Wines – Riddoch Hwy, Coonawarra SA 5263
Format: Self-guided walk between cellar doors

Tickets – What to Expect 🎟

1 person + 1 dog: $35
2 people + 1 dog: $50
Family + 1 dog: $50
Walker (No dog): $30
Companion Card carer: Free

Your ticket includes access to:

✔️ Six participating cellar doors
✔️ A curated trail experience through Coonawarra
✔️ Dog-friendly activations and experiences
✔️ Take-home tasting wine glass
✔️ A welcome gift for your four-legged companion
✔️ Plenty of tail wags along the way

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Sunday 15 November – Downward Dog Pup Yoga at Rymill 🐕‍🦺

Stretch, sip and unwind with a relaxed yoga session set among the vines at Rymill Coonawarra. Suitable for all abilities, this one-hour gentle yoga class welcomes both humans and their furry companions for a fun and memorable Woof & Wine experience.

$45 – Your ticket includes:

• 1-hour yoga class
• Cheese & tomato croissant
• Glass of Rymill NV sparkling
• Tea & coffee
• Homemade dog treats for your pup

Yoga mats are provided for the first 14 participants. Additional guests are welcome to bring their own mat.

A perfect Sunday morning of wellness, wine and wagging tails – 9.30am-11am

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Our Event Partners

The Coonawarra Woof & Wine Walk is proudly supported by some wonderful organisations and businesses helping us create an even bigger and better event for humans and hounds in 2026. If your business would like to get involved, please email us: walkcoonawarra@gmail.com

Wattle Range Council

We gratefully acknowledge the ongoing support of Wattle Range Council, who have committed to supporting the Woof & Wine Walk for three years through seed funding provided by the Local Event Support Program. Their continued support has helped us grow and develop the event, welcoming more visitors and their four-legged companions to Coonawarra each year.

Bowlsome Dog Food

Bowlsome Dog Food is proudly Australian made and family owned, creating wholesome dog food that makes healthy feeding simple.

Made with quality ingredients and complete and balanced nutrition, Bowlsome’s single-meat recipes contain no added artificial preservatives. Their convenient pantry-ready meals require no fridge or freezer before opening, making them perfect for busy humans – and hungry hounds!

We’re delighted to have Bowlsome supporting the 2026 Woof & Wine Walk and helping us keep tails wagging throughout the weekend.

BioBag Australia

We’re proud to welcome BioBag Australia as a sponsor of the 2026 Coonawarra Woof & Wine Walk, helping us keep the trail clean and green for everyone to enjoy.

BioBag’s Australian-made compostable dog poo bags offer a practical alternative to conventional plastic dog waste bags. Strong, leak-resistant and made from compostable plant-based materials, they are certified to Australian standards for both home and commercial composting and are designed to break down without leaving harmful microplastics behind.

Woof & Wine walkers will be able to put BioBag’s compostable dog poo bags to good use along the trail and in their Pup Pack – because responsible dog ownership and looking after our beautiful Coonawarra environment go paw in paw!

Wag Tails Dog Grooming Hut

Wag Tails Dog Grooming Hut proudly provides experienced and compassionate dog grooming across Mount Gambier and South West Victoria, with personalised care tailored to each dog’s individual needs. Services include hydro bathing, drying, clipping and plenty of pampering to have your pup looking and feeling their best.

Wag Tails is generously supporting Woof & Wine 2026 with some fantastic prizes, including a full grooming package for a small-to-medium dog, a full grooming package for a medium-to-large dog, plus a puppy hamper filled with toys.

A big thank you to Graeme and Wag Tails Dog Grooming Hut for supporting Woof & Wine and helping us spoil some very lucky pups!

Serving Mount Gambier & South West Victoria | 0434 894 426

Yonder Dog

Yonder Dog is an Australian dog lifestyle brand creating quality, functional products designed for dogs who love getting out and about with their humans.

After supporting our inaugural Woof & Wine weekend in 2025, we’re delighted to welcome Yonder Dog back as a partner for 2026.

This year, Yonder Dog is generously providing a selection of products valued at $350 for our Woof & Wine prize pool, giving some lucky pups the chance to head home with a little extra something after their Coonawarra adventure.

A huge thank you to the Yonder Dog team for continuing to support Woof & Wine and our dog-loving community!

Accessibility & Inclusion

We want the Woof & Wine Walk to be a fun and inclusive experience for everyone. Thanks to the support of Wattle Range Council, the event will offer improved accessibility features to make sure all our guests feel welcome.

Free Tickets for carers of Companion Card Holders – This event is officially registered as a Companion Card Event, meaning Companion Card holders can have their carer attend free of charge.

We are proud to be making the Woof & Wine Walk as inclusive as possible, and we thank Wattle Range Council for their generous support.

Dog-Friendly Accommodation Penola / Coonawarra

For the campers and glampers.

• Bellwether Campground (pictured) – bellwetherwines.com.au
• CMCA RV Park – cmca.net.au
• Coonawarra Bush Holiday Park – cbhp.com.au
• Penola Coonawarra Caravan Park – penolacaravanpark.com.au
• Greenrise Reserve – Penola Free Camp, Riddoch Highway, Penola.

Hotel / Motel

• Alexander Cameron Suites – alexandercameronsuites.com.au
• A Must @Coonawarra – mustatcoonawarra.com.au
• Coonawarra Motor Lodge – coonawarraml.com.au
• Coonawarra Place Motor Inn – coonawarraplace.com.au

Self-contained

• Air’s Cottage – airscottagepenola.com
• Camawald Cottage and Camawald Studio – camawaldcottage.com.au
• Davidson’s Cottage – davidsonscottagepenola.com
• Murray’s Country Cottages – murrayscottages.com.au
• Sarah’s Cottage – sarahscottagepenola.com
• The White House – australianluxurystays.guestybookings.com
• Ulva Cottage – ulvacottagepenola.fluptrip.com

Getting to Coonawarra 🐾

From Adelaide: 4.5–5 hours drive
From Melbourne: 5.5 hours drive
From Mount Gambier Airport: 40 mins

Free parking is available at DiGiorgio Family Wines, the start of the trail.
DiGiorgio Family Wines – Riddoch Hwy, Coonawarra SA 5263

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Things To Do in the Region 🦴

• 🏖️ Robe’s Dog-Friendly Beaches

• 🌿 Bool Lagoon Nature Reserve

• 🔥 Blue Lake/Warwar, Umpherston Sinkhole/Balumbul in Mount Gambier

• 🍝 Pet-friendly cafés and pubs in Penola

• 🍇 More cellar doors and regional produce

There’s plenty to sniff out and enjoy – before and after the event.

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Frequently Asked Questions ❓

Do dogs need to be on a lead?
Yes, please keep all dogs on a lead for everyone’s comfort and safety.

Can I bring more than one dog?
Sorry, tickets are valid for one dog per human. No group dog-walking, please.

Is this event suitable for kids?
Absolutely – this is a family-friendly day out!

Will water and shade be available?
Yes, water bowls and shade areas will be provided at each stop.

Bio-security – Don’t spead Phylloxera

Coonawarra’s vineyards are world-renowned, and it’s vital we protect them from the threat of phylloxera, a destructive vineyard pest. To help us safeguard the region, we ask all participants to follow these important biosecurity guidelines:

• One dog per person – each dog must have a dedicated handler.
• All dogs must remain on-leash at all times.
• Stay on the designated walking trail – please do not enter vineyard rows or walk/drive into areas beyond the marked path.
• Phylloxera Foot Bath – use the provided foot bath stations if required before entering the trail.