Social Functions

WELCOME FUNCTION

The Welcome Function is a fantastic opportunity for delegates to catch up with old friends from past conferences. This is also a great networking opportunity for students and the trade. Tickets are included in your registration, additional/partner tickets can be added for $90 each.

Date: Friday 3rd November
Time: 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Venue: Silverado Resort and Spa
Cost: included with registration
Additional ticket: $90.00

*This is a ticketed function, tickets can be purchased in advance or at the registration desk. 

SATURDAY AFTERNOON ACTIVITIES

Saturday 4th November, 12:00pm - 4:30pm
Cost: $25, includes lunchbox

Activity 1: Take the bus to Oxbow Public Market and visit one of the 22 stalls situated in the 40,000 square foot marketplace. Next you will be treated to a tasting of 5 different wines at Madonna Estate Winery in Napa Valley. You will then return to Silverado Resort at 4:30pm for the next session. 

Activity 2: Board the bus to Bothe-Napa Valley State Park where you can set up and enjoy your lunch under the oak trees, or hike one of the many wonderful walking and hiking trails. Next stop is the Petrified Forest where you can walk through the redwood trees that were turned to stone by a local volcano 3.4 million years ago. Finally you will visit the Old Faithful Geyser of California, one of only three 'faithful' geysers in the world. Don't miss your chance to see one of the most photographed places in California. 

Return to Silverado Resort at 4:30pm for the next session. 

*This is a ticketed function, tickets can be purchased in advance or at the registration desk.

CONFERENCE GALA DINNER

The Gala Dinner is without a doubt the social highlight of the conference. Enjoy a 2-course meal of local Napa Valley wine and produce, while catching up with friends old and new. This is an event not to miss! Tickets are $80 for registrants and $120 for partners/additional persons.

Date: Monday 6th November
Time: 7:30pm - 9:30pm
Venue: Mansion Gardens Pavilion, Silverado Resort and Spa
Cost: $80.00
Additional Ticket: $120.00

*This is a ticketed function, tickets can be purchased in advance or at the registration desk.