Today’s side deal gets you one ticket to Merrell's Stroll of Steamboat Springs and admission to the Grand Tasting of the Steamboat Wine Festival (a $65 value). This one-night-only experience takes place on Friday, August 6, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at various locations along the main street. During the fest, visitors can peruse and sample nearly 800 wines, spirits, and beers.

Join master winemakers and renowned chefs for an evening spent strolling up and down the historic scenery of Steamboat, familiarizing yourself with local restaurateurs and retailers while learning about the food and wine industry. The route treats attendees to sun-dappled views out across the Yampa River Valley, sampling area eats and sips along the way. Treat taste buds to a distinctive variety of world-class wines and culinary creations while socializing with upward of 3,000 like-minded folk. For a fancy moving preview of what's to come, check out various aspects of last year's event, including this video and the 2009 lineup.

Reviews

Though Merrell's upcoming stroll has no reviews, the Steamboat Wine Festival has been featured by Steamboat Today and the Examiner. It is also one of the Top 10 Must Attend Steamboat Summer Events according to the Steamboat Ski Lodging Blog. Here's what people are saying:

• This year's festival at the popular ski village of Steamboat Springs, CO features over 800 wines from all over the world, as well as wine seminars, fly-fishing with winemakers, strolling through the picturesque town of Steamboat Springs, gondola rides with spectacular mountain views, and dinners and demonstrations from some of Colorado's world-renowned chefs. – Abby Wine, Examiner
• …the Wine Festival features tastings and seminars for serious wine buffs as well as those seeking to learn more about wine’s finer points. – Steamboat Ski Lodging Blog