Get Involved

Activate your brand, participate in programming, volunteer – the ways you can get involved in Charleston Wine + Food are plentiful

Participate

The community of Charleston Wine + Food is a diverse and passionate ensemble dedicated to great food, fresh ingredients, amazing wines, beers and cocktails, and of course, Charleston. Let us know who you are, what you do, and what you hope to accomplish through your participation.

Let’s start the conversation

Get Your Brand Involved

At Charleston Wine + Food, we build collaborative + meaningful partnerships – not just sponsorships – and our model is not one-size-fits-all. Learn the various ways to get your brand involved and get the conversation started.

Get Your Brand Involved

EXHIBITORS

Charleston Wine + Food’s Culinary Village is the festival’s largest sampling experience. Our dedicated Exhibitor booths enhance the three-day event experience by providing our attendees the opportunity to discover + engage with local + regional brands. Brands have the opportunity to showcase, sample, and in some cases, sell their products to our attendees.

Click here to apply to become an exhibitor

VOLUNTEER 

Curious what happens behind the scenes? Want to lend a hand while celebrating + sharing your love of Charleston? Apply to volunteer! You’ll get an inside look at the inner workings of the festival while playing an essential part of making the festival a memorable experience for all.

Click here for to complete the 2025 interest form.

STREET TEAM 

Are you a local #Charleston social media influencer, blogger, or content creator and looking to share #CHSWF25 with your followers? 

We’re looking for a group of Brand Ambassadors for the 2025 festival season and on-the-ground Street Team! As an Ambassador for the 2025 season you will have access to an array of content-inspiring experiences and unique festival coverage opportunities. Applications close December 20.
Click here to apply today!

COVER THE FESTIVAL 

We are always eager to assist journalists and influencers who are excited about sharing the experiences + flavors of Charleston Wine + Food. To ensure that our attending media are able to get the most out of their festival experience, we’d like to get to know you a little better.

Click here to complete the 2025 media application.

BECOME A FRIEND OF THE FESTIVAL 

The Friends of the Festival program is the most intimate way to experience Charleston Wine + Food. Through exclusive access, VIP treatment, a festival badge, and tax deductibility, becoming a Friend is the perfect way to take your festival experience to the next level.

Become a friend of the festival

JOIN THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS 

As a recognized non-profit charitable organization under Section 501(c)(3), Charleston Wine + Food is overseen by a Board of Directors. These community leaders steer the organization towards a sustainable future.

Learn More about the Board