Cellier Wine Fair 2026: For the First Time, You Choose the Wines in Thessaloniki

Just as the Film Festival wraps up, Thessaloniki is getting ready to raise a glass to another major event. On Sunday, November 22, 2026, the 17th Cellier Wine Fair returns to the iconic waterfront Makedonia Palace Hotel—and this year, Thessaloniki has the exclusive honor of hosting the event.

Under the motto “Wine brings us closer,” the fair brings together 60 prestigious wineries from across the globe, spanning from France and Italy to Chile and Australia, alongside Greece’s top-performing labels.

The Crowd Picks the VIP Menu

What makes the 2026 edition truly special is an exciting interactive twist: for the very first time, the public decides which bottles get opened.

Until November 20, wine lovers can head over to winefair.gr, log in simply with their email, and vote for up to 14 labels out of a massive catalog of over 450 wines—with zero price caps. The winning bottles will be uncorked and poured exclusively in the VIP Room during the event. As an extra perk, everyone who casts a vote enters a draw to win one of 24 free VIP tickets.

Global Icons & Greek Favorites

The lineup features legendary international houses including Antinori, Bollinger, Familia Torres, E. Guigal, Penfolds, Famille Hugel, Chateau Musar, Ayala, Zonin, and Viña Seña. Additionally, for the first time, visitors will be able to taste selections from the top Greek wineries most favored by Cellier customers over the past year.

For those looking to dive deeper into tasting notes and heritage, the fair will also host exclusive Master Classes led by Antinori, Bollinger, and Torres, plus a dedicated session on Premium Spirits.

Backed by the legacy of Cellier (operating since 1938) and Genka Commercial (since 1877)—representing nearly 150 years of wine culture—this is an unmissable Sunday afternoon for anyone who appreciates a great glass by the sea.

Visitor Info & Tickets:

When: Sunday, November 22, 2026 (15:00 – 21:00)

Where: Makedonia Palace Hotel (2 Megalou Alexandrou Ave, Nea Paralia)

Public Voting: Open until Nov 20 at winefair.gr

Tickets: General Admission €10 (Free for trade professionals) | VIP Room €60 (€30 for trade) | Master Classes €120 (Online bookings via winefair.gr).