In short About the experience
Great wines, great jokes, perfect pairing. The Australian sensation, An Idiot's Guide to Wine, is making its way to to deliver an evening of comedy and wine tasting, performed live by a local comedian in English. Guests will have the opportunity to sample 5 different wine varietals from around the world while enjoying a hilarious stand-up show using material written by Merrick Watts. Whether you're a wine connoisseur or a total beginner, you'll giggle and gulp your way through a night where the hardest part will be not to spill your wine while laughing.
Produced by: Fever Written by: Merrick Watts, performed by a local comedian Developed by: Grapes of Mirth
Experience highlights Why you’ll love it

Where Wine Meets Wit
A hilarious stand-up show performed by a local comedian, paired with a tasting of 5 different wine varietals.

Five Wines, Five Stories
A tasting journey packed with distinct flavors and stories from around the world.

Big Laughs, Local Talent
Performed live by a local comedian, using material from Merrick Watts, the world's only WSET Level 3 comedian. Expect a proper stand-up show, not a dry wine lecture.

Perfect for any crew
Date night, catch-up with friends or a solo night out. However you come, you'll leave with a smile.
Gallery Experience the show
On the day How it works

Arrive early & settle in
Doors open ahead of the show. Make sure you arrive early to grab your spot. Seating is assigned by our team on a first-come, first-served basis and may be shared with other guests.

Sip, swirl & laugh
Enjoy a 70-minute stand-up set while you taste 5 different wines from around the world.

Leave a (slightly cheeky) expert
Pick up genuine wine know-how with zero snobbery, just laughs.
About the venueAvalon Social

Avalon Social is a high-energy South Side Pittsburgh nightclub offering two floors of music, VIP sections, and immersive production, including a 30-by-20-foot LED ceiling and premium sound and lighting. Located on East Carson Street, it hosts weekend nightlife, private parties, receptions, corporate events, birthdays, and bachelor or bachelorette celebrations downtown.
Address
1601 E Carson St, Pittsburgh, 15203
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No parking information available
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
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