Sulafest was not held for 5 years during and after Covid during although there was clamour from the wine and music lovers who had been the regular visitors. Last year saw its return but in a slightly subdued manner with over 12000 people, nevertheless enjoying its return. There was speculation that it would be held every two years from now on. But during my visit to Sula, Gorakh Gaekwad, current COO of Sula Vineyards affirmed that it would be held but hesitated to give the exact dates before informing the stock exchange.

Although SulaFest has traditionally been organised on the first weekend of February and in fact, the similar dates were indicated as Arora could tell by reading his lips, the firm date has recently been officially announced as 31 January-1 February, 2026. Visitors can now firm arrangements for stay and if travelling from different parts of India, can also make airline bookings too.

Direct Flights are available to Nashik, landing at the HAL Airport, an hour from The Source Resort at Sula. Plenty of new hotels and resorts have come up in recent times, all the way to the swanky ‘Beyond by Sula’ Resort and room availability is much easier now with plenty of choices available.

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SulaFest 2026 is set to elevate the festival to a new high, according to the organisers. It will feature a power-packed lineup performing against the backdrop of beautiful, rolling vineyards and hills surrounding Sula Vineyards and winery. Monit Dhavale, Vice President Hospitality says, ‘Expect wider and expanded wine experiences,  guided tasting sessions by experts, and a refined culinary journey showcasing curated food, artisanal produce, and international flavours. Enhanced cultural programming and interactive zones will further deepen the festival experience.

Rajeev Samant, CEO, Sula Vineyards, says, ’We are crafting an edition that builds on everything our audiences loved while introducing experiences, performances and moments that take the festival to an entirely new level. The 15th edition is very special for us, and we look forward to welcoming everyone to the iconic Sulafest — a truly unforgettable celebration.”

The 15th edition brings memories of the excellent 15th anniversary of Sula Vineyards at St. Regis in Mumbai, where the blushing Sula Tropicale Brut was also launched.

Details on the artist lineup, festival highlights, and booking will be announced soon on their official platform.

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Subhash Arora