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Santiago's rise as tourism and wine hub

Overview

In July 2026, Santiago was named the top South American city at the World Travel Awards, highlighting revitalised historic districts like the Yungay neighbourhood and cultural venues such as the Museum Taller and Peluquería Francesa. Building on this momentum, the city will host several major viticulture events in late 2026.

On September 4, 2026, Chile will celebrate National Wine Day, a date officially established in 2015 via presidential decree to honor the country’s wine history, cultural identity, and importance to gastronomy and tourism. In Santiago, the Barrio La Bolsa will host events featuring more than 20 wineries, while Enoturismo Chile, supported by Corfo, has curated over 50 experiences ranging from free activities to premium gastronomic offerings.

Nationwide celebrations include vineyard and cellar tours in the Choapa Valley, nocturnal wine events in the Aconcagua Valley, and festivals featuring live music and grape stomping in the Casablanca Valley. Following these celebrations, the Feria Bocas Moradas will mark its 10th anniversary at Polo Apoquindo on September 5 and 6, featuring 50 independent wineries. Concurrently, the 2026 Wine Day celebration, organized by Vinos de Chile, will take place at Mercado Urbano Tobalaba (MUT). This event, marking the first time MUT will host the celebrations, will showcase over 40 wineries through a geographical tour of the country’s wine valleys.

In November 2026, Santiago will host the first Chilean edition of ‘The World’s 50 Best Vineyards’ during the week of November 16. Organized in partnership with the Government of Santiago and Grupo Liderazgo, the event will bring over 700 wine and travel professionals to more than 40 vineyards, including those in the Maipo Valley.

Entities

Mercado Urbano Tobalaba · The World’s 50 Best Vineyards · Santiago · Santiago de Chile · Corfo

Timeline

  1. 27 days ago

    [CULTURE] 7 sources
    Chile celebrates National Wine Day 2026 with nationwide events

    Chile celebrates National Wine Day on September 4, 2026, with over 50 organized activities, tours, and tastings across various wine valleys and Santiago to honor the country's viticultural heritage.

  2. 27 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Mercado Urbano Tobalaba to host Chilean National Wine Day

    The Mercado Urbano Tobalaba in Santiago will host Chilean National Wine Day on September 5-6, 2026, featuring regional wine tastings and gastronomic experiences.

  3. about 1 month ago

    [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Chilean Wine Day 2026 to feature 40 wineries at MUT

    Chile's Wine Day 2026 will host over 40 wineries at the Mercado Urbano Tobalaba, featuring regional showcases and guided sommelier tastings.

  4. about 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 4 sources
    Chile to host major wine events and The World’s 50 Best Vineyards in 2026

    Chile will host significant wine events in 2026, including the 10th anniversary of the Bocas Moradas fair and the first Chilean edition of ‘The World’s 50 Best Vineyards’ in Santiago.

  5. about 2 months ago

    [BUSINESS] 6 sources
    Santiago to Host World’s 50 Best Vineyards 2026 Awards

    Santiago will host the World’s 50 Best Vineyards 2026 awards in mid‑November, the first time the ceremony is held in Chile, with home vineyard Vik entering the Hall of Fame.

  6. 2 months ago

    [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Santiago, Chile Wins 2024 Best South American City Award

    Santiago, Chile was crowned the best South American city in the 2024 World Travel Awards, spotlighting Yungay’s cultural sites such as Museum Taller and the historic Peluquería Francesa restaurant.

Sources

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