Itinerary: Niagara Spring in Niagara Wine Country

Niagara Wine Country Experiences

Friday, May 17

  • Wayne Gretzky Estates or Trius Winery – On Route to RBI, stop by our side-by-side sister properties for a late lunch, some retail therapy, and your complimentary tasting to kick off the weekend in Wine Country!
  • Welcome Reception on the Back Lawn – Your 4 Course Long Table event on our Back Lawn, prepared by our Execute Chef Jason Parsons, and his Culinary Team.
  • Icewine Marshmallows by the Fire Pit – Enjoy the crisp Niagara evening by the Inn’s three firepits with loved ones. Indulge in homemade Icewine marshmallows with your favorite spirit and unwind by the fire.

Saturday, May 18

  • Breakfast at Oaklands Restaurant, 8:30 – 10:30 am – Try our new Breakfast Menu, with our fresh squeezed orange juice mimosas.
  • Peller Estates – Let our team reserve your complimentary wine tasting.
  • Pre-Book your Picnic and a Complimentary Bike to Explore the Niagara Parkway. In 1943, Winston Churchill was quoted “The Niagara Parkway was the prettiest drive in the world”.
  • Oaklands Lounge from 4:30 – 5:00 p.m. – Order one of our Niagara Wine Flights and sit on our Muskoka chairs overlooking our back lawn and sunset!
  • Dinner at The Winery Restaurant at Peller Estates – Try Chef Parson’s new 5-course tasting menu. Let our Guest Service Team shuttle you to Peller Estates in our 8-person golf cart, door to door.
  • Icewine Marshmallows by the Fire Pit – Enjoy the crisp Niagara evening by the Inn’s three firepits with loved ones. Indulge in homemade Icewine marshmallows by the fire as you unwind from a magic-filled day in Niagara.

Sunday, May 19

  • Breakfast at Oaklands Restaurant, 8:30 – 10:30 a.m. – Try our new breakfast menu, with our fresh squeezed orange juice mimosas.
  • Greatest Winery Tour at Peller Estates – Book this famous tour, where you are guided throughout the Estate, and finally ending up in the 10 Below Room.
  • Quick Bite at Terrace Wine Bar at Peller Estates – Grab a quick bite on your way out before heading home.
  • Thirty Bench Winery – One last stop on your way out of Niagara-on-the-Lake, visit our smallest sister property on the incredible Beamsville Bench.

Winter in Niagara Wine Country

Embrace the Canadian winter chill in Niagara Wine Country! Join us at the estates for holiday shopping and gifting services, cozy up by the fireplace during a romantic escape at Riverbend Inn, or enjoy the Icewine festival in both downtown Niagara-on-the-Lake and Jordan. There’s always something going on in Wine Country. Visit myWineCountry.com or call our Wine Country Concierge at 1-888-510-5537 to plan your escape today.

Riverbend is the Inn in Niagara

“It’s history, luxury and magical location is why the Riverbend Inn & Vineyard is the toast of Niagara’s wine region.”

Crepes and Icewine Cherries with Brown Butter Ice Cream

Are crepes a breakfast food or a dessert? We’ll let you decide with this delicious recipe by Chef Ross Midgley.

Discover Niagara’s Top Patios

Our four Niagara estates feature a handful of incredible patios that serve up everything from pizza to lobster linguine. It’s time to kick back and relax with a glass of wine, cocktail or beer in hand and enjoy the vineyard views. With so many amazing patio options at our partner wineries, the hardest part of planning an afternoon escape can be deciding where to soak in the views.

Niagara Cherry Linzer Tart with Brown Butter Ice Cream

Wishing you a Happy Easter from our team at Oaklands restaurant. Looking for a dessert to serve this weekend? This delicious Linzer Tart is filled with sweet Niagara cherries and served with Brown Butter Ice Cream.

Bring On Lunch

A leisurely brunch on the Riverbend patio is a great way to enjoy an outdoor meal before the mid-day heat hits

Ansley Sparkling Terrace Secrets

If you’ve visited us at Riverbend during the summer season, there’s a very good chance you’ve already experienced the pure bliss of soaking up one of Niagara’s most picturesque vineyard views. The Ansley Sparkling Terrace, however, offers so much more than just a pretty view! Here are a few insider secrets to keep in mind for your next visit.

Experience the Vibrant Spirit of Fall in Niagara-on-the-Lake

As summer bids farewell, Niagara-on-the-Lake will soon awaken in a blaze of autumn colors, beckoning visitors to revel in the splendor of the season. At Riverbend Inn & Vineyard, we invite you to join us for a spectacular fall getaway filled with unforgettable events and cherished moments. 

Your Harvest Headquarters

September brings all sorts of harvest happenings to Niagara, including end-of-summer celebrations, the Niagara Wine Festival, and a wide assortment of engaging winery experiences. Set on the edge of a vineyard, just a stone’s throw from world-class wineries, Riverbend Inn offers our guests a front-row seat to Niagara’s autumn excitement! Here are some fun activity options to add to your September stay. 

May We Suggest A Fall Cocktail? 

Whether enjoyed with a vineyard view while wrapped up in a cozy scarf on our Ansley Sparkling Terrace or sipped fireside at the Oaklands Bar, our fall cocktail lineup invites guests to slow down and sink into the beauty of autumn in Niagara.

Give the Gift of Wine Country: Unwrap Memories in Niagara 

As the holiday season approaches, the hunt for that perfect gift becomes an annual tradition. This year, why not surprise your loved ones with the gift of Wine Country? Niagara-on-the-Lake, a region renowned for its scenic vineyards, delectable wines, and a rich culinary scene, offers an array of experiences waiting to be unwrapped. Whether it’s a romantic getaway or a wine lover’s dream, there’s something for everyone. Here’s why gifting experiences is the perfect choice, and how you can make it happen. 

Make December Even More Delicious

Whether you’re gift shopping in Niagara-on-the-Lake, heading to the Shaw Festival for a holiday show, or touring the wine route to stock your cellar for a busy month of entertaining, a delicious meal at Oaklands Restaurant makes a wonderful addition to any December day.

A Post-Holiday Gift

Don’t put away those stockings just yet! We’ve got some special post-holiday presents for myWineLife, No.99 Wine & Cocktail Club, Niagara Winemaker’s Collection Club, and No.30 Wine Club members.

Oaklands Dinner Series

Join Chef Andrew MacNeil and Chef Jason Parsons for our Coach House Dinner Series events. Each month, you can enjoy a different themed four-course meal alongside carefully selected wine pairings in our cozy coach house.

Heat Things Up This Icewine Season

As Icewine season kicks into high gear, Riverbend is adding even more cold-weather fun to Niagara’s liquid gold landscape. Here are just a few of the ways you can get into the sub-zero spirit with us this January.

Unlock the World of Wine: Join Our Exclusive Wine Clubs 

At Riverbend Inn & Vineyard, we’re raising our glasses to the esteemed members of myWineLife, Niagara Winemaker’s Collection Club, No.30 Club, and No.99 Wine and Cocktail Club. Ever contemplated the pleasures of becoming a Wine Club Member? Now is the perfect time to indulge your curiosity. 

Itinerary: Vineyard Summer BBQ

Join us in Niagara Wine Country for our Long Table Dinner Series event on our back lawn. June’s dinner theme is Vineyard Summer BBQ. Call the hotel at 1-888-220-2281 to reserve.