WINE & CULTURE FEST 2026:

SUMMER SCHOOL

BOK BUILDING, PHILLY | July 25, 2026
Where the culture comes to sip, vibe, and build.

THE EXPERIENCE AT A GLANCE

SATURDAY, JULY 25

THE DAYTIME SYLLABUS

11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

  • 11:00 AM
    Check-in opens at the Bok Building.
    Receive your Student ID and Diploma Bag.

  • Your Lab & Assembly
    Your Masterclass Tasting Lab and Fireside Assembly seat are secured.
    Please arrive at the Hall of Heritage 15 minutes before your scheduled session.

  • 3:00 PM
    Campus recess.
    The building will close for faculty preparation.

THE COMMENCEMENT

7:00 PM – 11:00 PM

  • 7:00 PM
    Golden Hour Reception
    Return to the 7th Floor Rooftop for a private live band performance and unlimited rosé.

  • 8:00 PM
    The R.I.C.E Experience
    Begin your culinary journey through the Diaspora in the Gym.

  • 11:00 PM
    Final Bell.

Dress Code: Scholastic Chic
Linen layers. Varsity references. Heritage details.

We look forward to welcoming you on campus.

The Office of Admissions
WC Fest 2026

CHOOSE YOUR TRACK

HONOR ROLL

The evening commencement.

This ticket is for guests who want to gather, celebrate, and experience the cultural core of the festival.

The Evening Commencement

  • Evening Access: 8 PM – 11 PM

  • The R.I.C.E Experience: Full culinary showcase & unlimited pairings

  • Hall of Heritage: Access to the Sensory Library

  • The Marketplace: Shop local makers at the "School Supplies" store

  • Night School: High-energy social with featured DJ sets

Audit Option: Add Daytime Assembly access for $25

SUMMA CUM LAUDE

Limited availability.

The full-ride experience.

This ticket is for guests who want the entire arc of WC Fest - from daytime learning to evening celebration - without friction.

The Full-Day "Full Ride" Experience

  • Full Campus Access: 11 AM – 3 PM & 7 PM – 11 PM

  • Technical Credit: (1) Masterclass Tasting Lab Enrollment

  • Reserved Seating: Guaranteed spot for the Fireside Assembly

  • Golden Hour: 7 PM Rooftop Entry with a Live Band

  • The Rosé Lounge: Unlimited Rosé & Sparkling Wine (7 PM - 8 PM)

  • The Diploma Bag: Exclusive apparel by For the Jawns ($125 Value)

  • Dining: Priority entry to the R.I.C.E Experience

Academic Recess: Scheduled break for South Philly exploration