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Blue Sky Vineyard

3150 Rocky Comfort Rd, Makanda, IL 62958

Wineries & Vineyards

Premier winery on the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail.

Anchoring the eastern end of the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, our winery offers you "The Romance of Italy in the Hills of Southern Illinois". We are open year-round, 7 days a week, to provide great Illinois wine. Please join us for wine tasting, a variety of hearty sandwiches, soups, pizzas, and snacks, as well as wine-alternatives such as beer and non-alcoholic beverages. Come enjoy our large indoor seating area and two beautiful outdoor terraces that overlook our vineyard and the rolling countryside.

What's happening nearby...

National Alpaca Farm Days- Rolling Oak Alpaca Ranch

Rolling Oak Alpaca Ranch •  Sep 21 – Sep 22 @ 10AM

Join us on our ranch for a fun, intimate Alpaca event, and shop local for Illinois Made products!

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Rocky Ledges 5K/10K

Sep 21

After completing your scenic run or walk, enjoy quality food, fantastic beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), and a live band.

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Little Grassy Get Down at Touch of Nature

Touch of Nature •  Oct 11 – Oct 13 @ 10AM

A family friendly music festival featuring mostly original acoustic Americana music from around the Midwest.

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