Longer days, lighter jackets, and a city that feels like it’s stretching awake after months of cold. It’s the season where spontaneity thrives, sidewalk tables fill fast, and something unexpected waits around every corner. Ready to make the most of it? Here are 10 alcohol-infused experiences happening across NYC this April.

1. Wine Week at Smith & Wollensky

Dates: April 7–11

Kick off the month with a classic. Wine Week is back at Smith & Wollensky, offering guests a chance to sample a curated selection of wines from top producers like Duckhorn and Jordan—all paired with a steakhouse lunch. Ten pours for $20? Yes, please.

Source: Smith & Wollensky

2. Cocktails & Connections: A Sustainability Happy Hour

Date: April 17

Network, sip, and think green. This sustainability-focused cocktail event brings together eco-conscious industry pros and curious consumers for an evening of smart drinks and meaningful conversation.

Source: EventBrite

3. Brew U at The Culinary Institute of America

Date: April 19

Head upstate for this beer lover’s dream event. Hosted at CIA’s Hyde Park campus, Brew U features tastings from top breweries, food pairings, and beer-focused seminars—plus the chance to explore the CIA’s very own brewery.

Source: CIA Foodies

4. Bombastic Italian Wine Tasting

Date: April 19

Say ciao to a stunning lineup of Italian wines. Hosted at Vintage Grape Wine & Spirits in NYC, this event promises bold pours and plenty of character from Italy’s best regions.

Source: EventBrite

5. Poly Cocktails NYC

Date: April 14

A social gathering for the polyamorous and non-monogamous communities (and allies), this monthly NYC tradition serves up conversation and cocktails in a relaxed, welcoming setting.

Source: Poly Cocktails

6. The Joy of Sake

Date: April 10

The largest sake-tasting outside of Japan returns to NYC. With hundreds of premium sakes to explore—each a medalist in the U.S. National Sake Appraisal—this is a can’t-miss event for fans of the refined rice beverage.

Source: The Joy of Sake

7. New York City Craft Beer, Wine & Spirits Fest

Date: April 26

Sample over 100 beers, wines, and spirits in one space at this epic tasting fest held at Chelsea Industrial. With live music and food vendors to match, it’s an all-day buzz worth planning around.

Source: EventBrite

8. Big Bold Red Wines Tasting

Date: April 25

Deep, dark, and delicious—this tasting is all about high-impact red wines that don’t hold back. If you like your wine with presence and punch, this one’s for you.

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9. Grapes and Hops Festival

Date: April 26

Jamestown’s Northwest Arena transforms into a playground for wine, beer, and spirit lovers at this lively tasting event spotlighting New York State producers.

Source: Northwest Arena

10. Wine & Herb Festival (Finger Lakes)

Dates: April 25–27

A unique wine trail event where every winery visit includes pairings and a potted herb or veggie to take home. Spring sipping meets gardening vibes—what’s not to love?

Source: Cayuga Lake Wine Trail

If your April doesn’t involve at least one unexpected drink in an unexpected place, are you even doing NYC right? These events are your ticket to stepping outside the usual and sipping where the wild things are.