Wine & Wildlife at Healesville Sanctuary (2026 Guide + What To Expect)

Planning your winter getaways in 2026? Wine & Wildlife at Healesville Sanctuary is expected to return in late August 2026, bringing together Yarra Valley wineries, food producers and live music in a unique bushland setting. Here’s what to expect based on last year.

It's a timeout in nature, with wine in one hand, and the other petting a koala or two…maybe. The Wine & Wildlife event brings you some of the region’s most prestigious producers, showcasing delicious food and wine against the backdrop of nature and live acoustic music.

Why go?
* 20+ Yarra Valley wine, beer and cider producers 
* Food trucks
* Live local bands
* Wildlife + wine combo - a rarity
* Support conservation work

Plan your visit
* Use public transport - take the train from Flinders Station-Lilydale and then 685 bus (approximately 2 hours 15 minutes)
* Drive - Melbourne CBD-Healesville Sanctuary is 1 hour 15 minutes - see the nearest EV charging facilities in Yarra Valley
* Stay the weekend - check out 11 Yarra Valley wineries with accommodation

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