Taste of the Gardens – 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday, August 27, 2023! 
Presented by the Elkhart County Convention and Visitors Bureau
Produced with support from the Elkhart Rotary Club
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Enjoy a gorgeous summer day at Michiana’s most beautiful outdoor location while perusing fine art, listening to live music and enjoying a sampling of the area’s tastiest food and drinks. Wellfield comes alive with art, music, food and FUN at this popular festival, attracting guests from around the region. You’ll love what’s in store!
PURCHASE ADMISSION & FOOD/DRINK TICKETS
Discounted tickets available now! Save 20% for a limited time only!
Discounted Admission Tickets are $12 for adults – Children 12 and under are free with an adult.
Purchase in advance and save – tickets are $15 for adults at full price.
Food & Drink tickets are sold in packets of 5 tickets for $10 or 10 tickets for $20 – more info below on how they work!
*Please note: as this is a special, ticketed event produced by the Elkhart Rotary Club, Wellfield membership discounts do not apply. Please leave Fido at home.
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FOOD
Wellfield restaurant committee representative Cara Long presents Artisan’s “Best Taste” award 
“Best Taste” award winner, Artisan’s Lime Ginger Shrimp Rice Puff 
“Fan Favorite” award winner, Vanilla Bean Creamery 
All Over Creations beignets 
Chubby Trout’s Italian Sausage hoagie (Best Taste runner up!) 
Essence restaurants BBQ Carrots 
Jackson Rooftop’s cookies 
Parmajacos Veggie Tacos 
Hotel Elkhart’s Relish Cafe veggie flatbread 
Our judges had a tough job! 🙂
It’s called Taste of the Gardens; restaurants are at the heart of this event. Michiana restaurants have a unique opportunity to showcase their “best bites” at this event, and your chance to try something new!
Local Restaurants/Caterers/Food Trucks will be selling food from 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
- Guests purchase $2 increment food tickets in packs of 5 ($10) or 10 ($20) and use those tickets to purchase “tastes” (small plates, about 3-4 bites each) from each vendor for 1-3 tickets each.
- Our vendors get a chance to show off their favorite menu items (in miniature), and our guests get to try something new – maybe you’ll find a new local favorite!
- Restaurant awards for “Best Taste of the Gardens” and “Fan Favorite” will be given.
- Restaurants receive 100 % of their sales.
Any questions? Please email us at info@wellfieldgardens.org, or call 574-266-2006, x105.
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MUSIC
LIVE Entertainment Lineup:
- 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. – Paul Decker & the Real Deal
- 1:45-3:15 p.m. – The Whistle Pigs
- 4-5:30 p.m. – The 1985 Band
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ART
Wellfield Artist Committee representative Janet Evanega with “Best Expression of the Gardens” winner, artist Todd Helmuth 
“Best Expression of the Gardens” winner, artist Todd Helmuth’s table made from recycled pallets! 
Wellfield Artist Committee representative Janet Evanega with “Best in Show” winner, artist Gina Mitchell 
“Best in Show” winner Gina Mitchell’s “Starry Night over Notre Dame” 
Wellfield Artist Committee representative Janet Evanega with “Best Booth Display” winner, artist Lorie Marsh 
“Best Booth Display” award winner, Lorie Marsh
Taste of the Gardens 2022 Artist Awards:
- “Best Expression of the Gardens” Award Winner: Todd Helmuth
- “Best Overall” Award Winner: Gina Mitchell
- “Best Booth Display” Award Winner: Lorie Marsh
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Taste of the Gardens’ frequently asked questions:
Can we bring chairs?
You’re welcome to! We’ve also got folding chairs available at the concert venue and under the tent where the food vendors are. Food/coolers may not be brought in to this event.
Can we get tickets when we arrive? How does ticketing work?
Yes! Tickets are available at the gate, or online (click any of the “Purchase Tickets” links on this page) in advance, and we’ll get you scanned in when you arrive. Ticketing is simple – purchase your admission tickets, then purchase food and drink tickets for whatever you want to drink or eat while at the Taste. Items from our bar are sold the old-fashioned way: cash or credit.
How does the food & drink ticketing work?
To sample the different bites our food vendors are providing, you’ll purchase food & drink tickets, which are worth $2 each, and are available in packs of $10 (5 tickets per pack) and $20 (10 tickets per pack). Each food item is “priced” at 1-3 tickets. Purchase your food & drink tickets in advance (click any of the “Purchase Tickets” links on this page), at our admission tent when you arrive, or at select location throughout the Gardens.
Water and soft drink stations are located throughout the Gardens, and a cash bar provided by Navarre Catering & Events is also available. ATMs are NOT available at Wellfield, but you can pay for admission, food & drink, and bar items with credit card or cash.
Where should we park?
We’ve got a complimentary bus shuttle running continuously from Northside Middle School and the parking lot at the northeast corner of Main/Simonton (or you can just walk over from there) to our admission tent.
Can we bring our dogs?
NO. Due to crowds, heat, noise – this special, ticketed event is not the best place for Fido. Please don’t make our staff or volunteers disappoint you, and leave your dog at home. Thanks!
What if it rains?
Taste of the Gardens will go on, rain or shine. If weather is severe, we reserve the right to cancel or delay the start of the event. In the unlikely event (really, we don’t want to jinx it, but we’ve never had to) we have to cancel, your admission ticket is good for general admission to Wellfield any day up until August 25, 2024.
We hope you enjoy the 14th Taste of the Gardens!
Any questions? Please email us at info@wellfieldgardens.org, or call 574-266-2006, x105.
2023 Sponsorship Opportunities available!
Download the form, or contact us for more details: info@wellfieldgardens.org
THANKS to our 2022 Event Sponsors
Presenting Sponsor
$5000 | Music Sponsor | Artist Sponsor
Media Sponsor
$2500 – Restaurant Sponsors
Terri and Bob Rickel
