The Hue Society Expands Roster for the 2026 Wine and Culture Fest

PHILADELPHIA - EntSun -- The Hue Society (https://thehuesociety.com/) is thrilled to announce major updates and headline talent for the highly anticipated 2026 return of the Wine and Culture Fest (https://www.wineandculturefest.com/) (WCF). Taking place on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at Philadelphia's historic Bok Building in South Philadelphia, this year's festival theme, "Summer School," is evolving into a deeply immersive cultural classroom where wine acts as the connector and culture leads.

Presented by The Hue Society, WCF is a movement built to ensure that Black, Brown, and Indigenous communities can confidently explore the world of wine without the pressure to assimilate.

"We aren't here to teach people the 'right' way to drink or force them to bow to some traditional standard of luxury," says Tahiirah Habibi, founder of the Wine and Culture Fest. "We are teaching people where wine already lives in their own bodies, memories, and lives. 'Summer School' is about building confidence through context and rewriting the narrative. Every partner, chef, and artist we bring in is chosen because they carry that same cultural weight and intentionality. They support our collective story, and they belong here."

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New Highlights and Major Updates Include:

• Celebrity Fireside Guest Jade Novah: Acclaimed artist, actress, and creator Jade Novah joins the headline programming as the featured Fireside Chat guest. Novah will sit down for an intimate, grounded conversation exploring the intersection of culture, creativity, and expression.
• Expanded R.I.C.E. Culinary Lineup Featuring Chef Nana Wilmot: Curated by Chef Chaz, the signature R.I.C.E. experience—a global culinary journey honoring the legacy of rice across the Black diaspora—has added the exceptional Chef Nana Wilmot, fresh off her standout run on this season of Bravo's Top Chef. This music-driven dining event will celebrate history, place, and people through incredible wine pairings.
• Hospitality Spotlight with Felicia Wilson: Bringing local culinary excellence to the forefront, WCF welcomes trailblazing Philadelphia restaurateur Felicia Wilson, founder of the Amina Hospitality Collection. Known for reshaping the city's dining scene with concepts like Amina and Fia.
• Top-Rated Chef Panel Hosted by Tashira Halyard of Politics and Fashion: Adding to the star-studded culinary lineup, WCF will debut a high-profile Chef Panel featuring top-rated culinary experts and hosted by Tashira of Politics and Fashion.
• Philly Wine School Scholarship Partnership: Bridging the festival's mission with the local community, WCF has launched a new partnership with the Philadelphia Wine School. As highlighted in this collaboration introduces nine dedicated scholarship opportunities designed to expand access to formal wine education, industry credentials, and professional certification for underrepresented communities.
• New Featured Wine Partners: The festival welcomes Don Luchi Prosecco and June Rodil's rosé into the tasting lineup.

2026 Sponsors and Partners:

• VinePair
• Jackson Family Wines
• Angels Envy
• Sandeman
• Philadelphia Wine School
• Culinary Careers Program

Tickets and Information

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Tickets are now available at www.wineandculturefest.com.