Concert FAQ

1. Where do I purchase tickets?
Tickets are available for purchase in advance online at www.tarara.com/concerttickets. Tickets are also available for purchase in the Tasting Room of the Winery and at Admissions on the evening of the concert.

2. What is the price of tickets?
General admission for concerts is $15/person.  Tickets can be purchased at Admissions or online in advance. Children 7 and under are free.

3. Are tickets refundable?
Tickets are non refundable, but can be used towards another concert in the 2013 season.

4. What if it rains?
Tarara’s concerts are held rain or shine. In the event of rain you are welcome to drive to Handicapped Parking to drop off your guests then return your car to General Parking. Shelter is available on a first come first serve basis.

5. What time do the gates open?
The gates open at 5:00 pm

6. What time does the concert start?
The concert runs from 6:00 pm – 9:30 pm.

7. Are tents available to rent at the concerts?
The Concert Hospitality Package is available for a minimum of 16 guests @ $30/person.  Reservations are required.  Package includes a private tent, table, chairs, linens and concert ticket for each guest. For more information contact Kim Parker, concert manager at 703-771-7100 x 233 or kim.parker@tarara.com. This is a very popular product so plan to book early to reserve your space.

8. Where can I park?
General Parking is located on the main road leading to the Winery. Watch for signs as you enter the property. The main road will end in a “T” at the white farmhouse. Turn left, concert parking is located on the left.

9. Is handicapped parking available?
Yes, handicapped parking is available close to the Admissions tent. Watch for signs as you enter the property. The main road will end in a “T” at the white farmhouse. Turn left and drive up hill beside Shadow Lake. Handicap parking is located beside Admissions.

10. Are there outdoor restroom facilities?
Yes, Port-a-johns will be provided.

11. Is food available for purchase?

Monks BBQ will be providing a great menu at each concert this season.

12. Can I bring a picnic?
You are welcome to bring food to the concerts; however no outside alcohol is permitted per ABC law.

13. Is outside alcohol permitted?
Outside alcohol is strictly prohibited at Tarara Winery per ABC law. All coolers are inspected by security. You must remove the alcohol or it will be confiscated.

14. Is wine tasting available at the concerts?
All wine tastings will occur in the Tasting Room of the winery, which closes at 6 p.m.  No wine tastings will occur at the concerts with the exception of private events hosted under the Concert Hospitality tents.

15. Are there activities for children at the concerts?
Although children are welcome at the concerts, there are no activities. For safety reasons, children attending the concerts must be closely supervised by an adult at all times. Children will not be permitted to play in front of Wine Sales Pavilion or the Stage. 

16. Is smoking permitted at Tarara?
The concerts are located at an outside venue; therefore smoking is permitted in designated areas only. Watch for signage at the concerts. Smoking will not be allowed outside of the designated area.

17. Are pets allowed?
Pets are not allowed at the concert venue due to the volume of guests who attend.