Come Over October: Celebrating Wine, Friendship, and Connection with the Seneca Lake Wine Trail

Wine has always been more than what’s in the glass—it’s about the people, the stories, and the connections that come with it. That’s the spirit behind Come Over October, an international campaign founded by wine leaders Karen MacNeil, Gino Colangelo, and Kimberly Noelle Charles. The movement encourages people everywhere to open their doors and their bottles, inviting family, friends, and neighbors to gather over wine throughout the month of October.

Here on the Seneca Lake Wine Trail, we couldn’t imagine a message more aligned with who we are. Our wineries believe that wine is meant to be shared, whether you’re hosting a dinner party, enjoying a casual evening with friends, or gathering around the table for Sunday supper.

What is Come Over October?

At its heart, Come Over October is a celebration of community. It’s an invitation to pause, pour a glass, and make time for the people who matter most.

Instead of waiting for a special occasion to reconnect, this campaign reminds us that October is the perfect month to gather, when cool evenings and colorful landscapes set the scene for warmth, conversation, and laughter.

Why the Seneca Lake Wine Trail Supports Come Over October

As one of the country’s premier wine destinations, the Seneca Lake Wine Trail has always stood for more than wine tasting. We’re about:

• 🍷 Sharing excellent wines – from crisp Rieslings to bold reds, sparkling wines, and creative blends.
• 🤝 Fostering connection – our tasting rooms are places where friendships are made and memories are created.
• 🌎 Building community – both locally in the Finger Lakes and globally through campaigns like Come Over October.

By encouraging our followers to take part, we’re helping spread the message that wine is a powerful connector—whether you’re sipping in a vineyard overlooking Seneca Lake or at your own kitchen table.

How to Participate in Come Over October

Taking part is simple, joyful, and meaningful:

1. Gather Your People – Invite family, friends, or neighbors over, whether for a full dinner, a small cheese board, or just a glass of wine.
2. Open a Bottle – Choose a favorite wine (bonus points if it’s from the Seneca Lake Wine Trail!) to share.
3. Make It Memorable – Focus on conversation, laughter, and enjoying time together.
4. Share the Moment – Post your gathering on social media with the hashtag #ComeOverOctober to join the global movement.

Wine Brings Us Together

At the Seneca Lake Wine Trail, we see every day how wine has the power to connect people. That’s why we’re proud to support Come Over October—because the best bottles aren’t just opened, they’re shared.

So this October, we invite you to raise a glass with the people who mean the most to you. Whether you’re near or far, at home or visiting us here in the Finger Lakes, join the movement and discover the joy of gathering.

👉 Let’s celebrate together. Come Over October, and let’s make it a month of connection, conversation, and community—one glass at a time.