Old Economy Village is open every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Heritage Grape Harvest Festival
Saturday, August 22nd, 2026 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Included with regular Admission
Experience the sights, flavors, crafts, and traditions of grape harvest season at Old Economy Village.
Grape Stomping | Grape Pies | Wine Tastings | Blacksmithing | Bake Oven | Family Fun
Harvest the Past at Old Economy Village!
Step into the world of the Harmonists during Old Economy Village’s Heritage Grape Harvest Festival. Experience the traditions of grape growing, foodways, craftsmanship, and winemaking through hands-on activities, historic demonstrations, local wines, and family-friendly fun.
A HARVEST WORTH CELEBRATING
Step into the world of the Harmonists and discover how grape growing, foodways, craftsmanship, and winemaking shaped life at Economy.
From the vineyard to the bake oven and from the forge to the wine cellar, experience the traditions of harvest through demonstrations, hands-on activities, historic artifacts, food, and wine.
EXPERIENCE THE HARVEST
Grape Stomping – Get your feet into the harvest and experience this memorable grape-growing tradition. 11:00 am & 1:00 pm
Old Economy Grape Pies – The famous Village grape pies are back!
Historic Foodways – See our bake oven in action with butter making, grape jam making, and open-fire cooking demonstrations.
From Vine to Wine – Experience grape juice crushing and demonstrations exploring the journey from grape to glass.
Special Guided Wine Tastings – Enjoy two special tasting experiences led by an experienced wine educator and judge. Explore the traditions of German wines and discover the diversity of Pennsylvania wines while learning about grape varieties, winemaking, and the stories behind each glass. Separate tickets required; 21+.
Walk the Vines – Join Old Economy Village Horticulturist Alexis Evans for a guided walk through the Village's grapevines and learn about the history, cultivation, and care of the vines. 12:00 pm
Harmonist Wine Heritage – Explore historic grape and wine artifacts and discover the role grapes and winemaking played in the Harmonist community.
Wine Cellar Tours – Step into the Village's historic wine cellar and learn more about the traditions of winemaking and storage.
Historic Trades in Action – Watch blacksmithing, woodworking, and print shop demonstrations and discover the skills that helped sustain the community.
Hand-Crank Grape Sorbet – Enjoy a refreshing grape-inspired treat made the old-fashioned way.
Pick Your Own Grapes – Head into the vineyard and take part in the harvest yourself.
Family Fun Throughout the Village – Scavenger hunts, hands-on activities, demonstrations, and plenty of opportunities to explore.
Local Vendors & More – Browse offerings from local makers, artisans, wineries, and other vendors while enjoying a day throughout the historic Village.
From vine to wine, forge to workshop, and bake oven to table, the Heritage Grape Harvest Festival brings Old Economy's history to life through experiences you can see, taste, touch, and enjoy.
Come harvest the past with us!
TWO EXCLUSIVE WINE TASTINGS AT HERITAGE GRAPE HARVEST FESTIVAL!
Explore the rich connections between German wine traditions and Pennsylvania winemaking during two special, guided tasting experiences at Old Economy Village’s Heritage Grape Harvest.
German Wine Tasting
Travel through Germany’s renowned wine regions as you sample six German wines and learn about the traditions, history, and winemaking practices that shaped German wine culture.
Pennsylvania Wine Tasting
Discover the diversity of Pennsylvania’s wine industry with six wines from award-winning Pennsylvania wineries. Learn about the wineries, grape-growing traditions, and history behind each wine.
Both tastings are led by wine educator Kevin Ostrowski, who will guide guests through the wines and the stories behind them.
Whether you’re a wine enthusiast or simply curious to learn more, these tastings offer a unique opportunity to taste, explore, and connect Old World traditions with Pennsylvania’s winemaking heritage.
Two limited tasting sessions:
11:00 a.m. & 1:30 p.m.
Space is limited, so plan to join us for this special Heritage Grape Harvest experience.
German Wine Tasting
11:00am - 12:30pm
Explore the rich traditions of German winemaking through a curated tasting of six German wines inspired by the regions and heritage that influenced the Harmonist Society.
Guests will sample six German wines while hearing stories of the Harmonists’ own grape-growing and winemaking endeavors. Along the way, explore the history, craftsmanship, and distinctive flavors that have made German wines renowned around the world. Discover the unique characteristics of Germany’s celebrated wine regions and the traditions that continue to influence winemaking today.
Six wines. German traditions. Harmonist history.
Must be 21 years of age or older to participate. Valid photo identification required.
Pennsylvania Wine Tasting
1:30pm - 3:00pm
Enjoy a tutored tasting featuring six wines from award-winning Pennsylvania wineries while exploring the Commonwealth’s long and vibrant winemaking tradition. From rolling vineyards to innovative wineries, discover how Pennsylvania’s unique climate, landscapes, and agricultural heritage have helped shape a thriving wine industry.
The tasting also highlights the Harmonists’ own history of grape cultivation and winemaking, creating a unique connection between Pennsylvania’s agricultural past and its growing wine culture today. Six wines. Award-winning Pennsylvania wineries. One taste of the Commonwealth’s winemaking tradition.
Must be 21 years of age or older to participate. Valid photo identification required.
Harvest
Grape Stomping:
Kick off your shoes and experience one of the most memorable traditions of harvest season!
Grape to Glass -Crush your own Grape and Apple Juice
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