Spring Ahead and Stay In Augusta

🌸 Shake Off Winter & Step Into a Magical Season

There’s something refreshing about this time of year in Augusta, MO. The heavy coats start disappearing, the vineyard hills slowly turn green again, and weekends begin filling up with live music, wine events, and fresh energy. After a long winter, it feels good to “spring ahead” — and there’s no better place to do that than right here in Missouri Wine Country.

If you’ve been waiting for the perfect excuse to plan a March or April getaway, this is it.

🎉 Last Chance to Win A 2 Day Vacation!

Before we dive into all the spring fun — this is your final reminder to enter our raffle!

We’re closing entries soon, and this is your last chance to boost your odds. You can earn multiple entries and even come back before the deadline to increase your chances. One lucky winner will receive a relaxing stay at The H.S. Clay House Bed & Breakfast, along with additional prizes.

It’s quick. It’s free. And it could turn into your next wine country escape.  👉 Enter before the deadline!

Now… let’s talk about what’s ahead.

🍷 March in Missouri Wine Country

Cozy Energy Meets Early Spring Excitement

March is that sweet in-between month. It’s still cozy enough for a fireside glass of wine, but lively enough to feel like winter is officially behind us. Wineries begin rolling out seasonal programming, live music returns, and special events give you plenty of reasons to visit.

Many of our local wineries host ongoing spring experiences, including:

• Weekend live music at local Wineries and other tasting rooms
  • Seasonal wine tastings and pairing events
  • Special dinners and themed tasting nights
  • Wine club-focused experiences and classes

It’s the perfect time to visit before summer crowds arrive — you get all the charm with a little extra breathing room.

🍷 Murder, Mystery & Wine

March 7
📍 Montelle Winery | Parliament Room

If you’re looking for something interactive and just plain fun, this one’s a great excuse for a March weekend getaway.

Montelle Winery is hosting a Wine Tasting–Themed Murder Mystery Dinner where you’ll enjoy a relaxed buffet-style meal while twists and clues unfold around you. No acting required — just bring your detective skills and a playful spirit.

Event Details:
• Doors Open: 5:00 PM
• Dinner Served: 5:30 PM
• Mystery Begins: 6:00 PM
• Tickets: $30 per person
• Buffet includes pizza, pasta & Caesar salad
• Wine tasting and beverages sold separately

It’s wine country with a storyline — and after the mystery is solved, you can unwind just minutes away at The H.S. Clay House.

❄️ March 21 – Cabin Fever Festival

March 7
📍 Mount Pleasant Estates

By late March, we’re all ready to officially shake off winter — and the Cabin Fever Festival does exactly that.

This full-day celebration brings together four wineries in one lively, property-wide event filled with food, wine, music, and fun surprises. It’s energetic, festive, and a perfect reason to gather friends for a spring weekend.

What to Expect:
• Four curated food & wine pairing stations
• Live music from 1:00–4:00 PM
• Warehouse clear-out wine sale
• Guided cellar tours (three scheduled times)
• Wine trivia scavenger hunt with prizes
• Prize giveaways throughout the day
• Special guest appearance — the adorable owls are back!

Participating wineries include:
• Augusta Winery
• Balducci Vineyards
• Montelle Winery
• Host Winery: Mount Pleasant Estates

This event alone makes March worth the trip.  Click here to learn more details.

🎨 April: Spring Comes Fully Alive

By April, Augusta feels transformed. The patios are open, the hills are greener, and you can truly feel the season shifting. It’s one of the most beautiful times of year to explore Augusta, Defiance, and the surrounding wine country.

🎤 First Tuesdays Open Mic

Early April brings community-driven evenings of local music and creativity. Open mic nights are relaxed, welcoming, and a great way to experience the artistic side of Augusta before heading back to the inn for a peaceful night’s rest.

🍷 Ongoing Spring Tastings & Special Events

Throughout April, wineries across the region continue building momentum with:

• Themed wine tastings
  • Spring food pairings
  • Live acoustic music
  • Wine club celebrations
  • Educational wine classes

It’s an ideal month for couples looking for a romantic escape or friends wanting a refreshing girls’ weekend.

🎨 Augusta Plein Air Art Festival

April 24 – May 3

One of the most anticipated spring events in the area.

Artists from across the region travel to Augusta, Defiance, and New Melle to paint our rolling hills, historic buildings, and vineyard landscapes in real time. Throughout the festival, visitors can:

• Watch artists paint outdoors
  • Attend workshops and demonstrations
  • View gallery showings
  • Purchase original artwork
  • Explore daily exhibits and events

It’s inspiring, beautiful, and uniquely Augusta.  Get the full schedule details here.

And when you stay at The H.S. Clay House Bed & Breakfast in Augusta, MO, you’re right in the heart of it all.

Enjoy gourmet breakfasts each morning, unwind in a beautifully restored historic home, and let me help you plan the perfect itinerary for your spring escape.

Winter is fading. Spring is calling.

Now is the time to spring ahead and book your March or April stay.

👉 Reserve your room before the calendar fills up.

– Kelly