Palisade, Colorado is a delightful wine region to visit any time of the year. Just remember to dress for the weather.

Palisade will be celebrating an Olde Fashioned Christmas the weekend of December 11 to December 13. The events begin on Friday with the Art & Chocolate Walk. This is followed by the Annual Christmas Tree Lighting. Saturday events will include the Annual Gingerbread House Contest, kid’s train rides and a kid’s craft tent. Tours of eight Victorian homes will also be available. Other events include the Soup Challenge and the Chili Cook-off.

On Sunday, December 13 from 12 Noon until 2pm, the Wine Country Inn will be hosting a Christmas Tea as part of the Palisade Old Fashioned Christmas weekend.

Three courses will be included as part of the Christmas Tea. Scones with Devonshire cream and jam, special selections including miniature quiches and followed by cookies, sweet breads and strawberries dipped in chocolate.

Phone for reservations. Wine Country Inn: 970-464-5777 or Palisade Chamber of Commerce: 970-464-7458.

While staying in Palisade, consider visiting some of the region’s wineries.

Note: Wine Country Inn is located close to Interstate 70 and is a delightful inn to stay at while visiting Palisade, Colorado. The inn is within walking distance to wineries and a short drive to other wineries in the area. We had the opportunity to have a complimentary stay at the Wine Country Inn and enjoyed the room, atmosphere and friendliness of the hosts and staff. Read the Wine Trail Traveler review. We would enjoy returning to this inn anytime.