Christian Klay Winery

Christian Klay Winery Producing Award-Winning wine in Chalk Hill, PA for 30 years! •By following this page you represent that you are 21 or older• CKW Inc® 2025 All rights reserved
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Winery owner Sharon Klay and her husband John first developed an interest in winemaking while living in New York City in the 1970s. This interest led them to research and select the nearly 100 varieties of grapes that would be suitable for cool climate growing conditions. When the Klay's relocated to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, they searched for three years to find a suitable vineyard site. In 1986,

the couple purchased a 215-acre farm in Chalk Hill, Pennsylvania. John developed a successful practice as a cardiothoracic surgeon, while Sharon decided to take the original 1,000 vines on the property to 14,000 vines. In 1997, Fayette County’s first commercial winery opened, named after the Klays’ son Christian. Sharon planned to offer her customers the complete wine experience and soon developed an array of enticing special events for the public, such as murder mysteries and a “Wine & Dine in the Woods” series. Fayette Springs Farm was a suitable place for the Klays’ venture as the farm had a long history of entertaining and welcoming guests. At the turn of the century, the farm was owned by U.S. Senator William E. Crow who opened his mountain estate to many visitors including President Harding and Black Jack Pershing. Today, the winery offers guests entertaining special events, informative and educational tours, ideal venues for private events, wine tasting, and shopping in two locations. An active partner in the community, the winery also hosts annual benefits for Fayette Friends of Animals and other non-profit organizations.

WEDDINGS & EVENT Venues In the Laurel Highlands. Christian Klay Winery & Ridge Runner Distillery offer multiple venue op...
05/29/2026

WEDDINGS & EVENT Venues
In the Laurel Highlands.

Christian Klay Winery & Ridge Runner Distillery offer multiple venue options for events of all types and sizes - bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, wedding ceremony, reception, birthday/retirement/ anniversary/ graduation parties, reunions, corporate events.
🚜 Our Private wagon ride vineyard tour & wine tasting and distillery tour and tasting options turn dual or seperate Bachelorette/ Bachelor party into a memorable experience.

2 AirBnb that can be added on your rental, plus ample nearby lodging

🗓We invite you to join us on June 13th for an immersive experience to See, Feel, truly experience all the ways we can make your dreams come true. 💞

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Come all day or at your leisure. All day or Half day tickets needed for full vendor acess, samples and drink ticket.
Full day access includes tours of the vineyard and "ridge" ceremony/outdoor event venue options.
Open to the public:
🍹🍸🍷Winery, Event barn bar and the distillery bars 🥃🍻🍾
🎶 Music by Wizdom 2 pm - 5 pm
🧀Food will be available for purchase.
Fireworks 🎆 at dusk

🎊Door Prizes
🎉Grand prize weekend stay plus tour and tasting Giveaway

⛰️ Featuring tri-state, 360 degree mountainous views
✨️45 minutes from Morgantown, WV
✨️1 hour from Pittsburgh, PA & Deep Creek Maryland

Upcoming Weekend Music Saturday, May 30th2 pm - 5 pm🎶 PULSEat Christian Klay Winery Sunday, May 31st2 pm - 5 pm 🎶 Variet...
05/26/2026

Upcoming Weekend Music

Saturday, May 30th
2 pm - 5 pm
🎶 PULSE
at Christian Klay Winery

Sunday, May 31st
2 pm - 5 pm
🎶 Variety Pack
At Ridge Runner Distillery

Cocktails 🍸 Wine 🍷
🍾adult slushies 🍻 PA Beer

🐶 Pet friendly
Family friendly
♿️ accessible

🎪 Calling All Vendors! 🎪Christian Klay Winery & Ridge Runner Distillery are still accepting vendors for our 2026 Annual ...
05/25/2026

🎪 Calling All Vendors! 🎪
Christian Klay Winery & Ridge Runner Distillery are still accepting vendors for our 2026 Annual Festival Series!

We are seeking:
✨ Artisan & Craft Vendors
🍴 Specialty Food Vendors
🐾 Theme-Specific Vendors
💜 Local Non-Profits & Community Organizations

Join us as each festival celebrates community, entertainment, and giving back to important local causes throughout the year. From Lavender Fest and Dog Days to WineStock, Harvest Festival, and Friendsgiving — these events bring together thousands of guests for unforgettable experiences supporting meaningful missions.

If you offer unique products, services, handmade goods, specialty foods, or represent a community organization, we’d love to have you be part of the fun!

📩 For vendor information and applications, contact our Event Coordinator at:
[email protected]

🎶 Great crowds • Live music • Food & drinks • Community impact • Beautiful winery & distillery setting

05/24/2026

🇺🇸 This Weekend's lineup🇺🇸

05/22/2026

Memorial weekend lineup
&
2026 Events

05/22/2026

2026 is shaping up to be something big!
Come raise a glass, dance under the summer sky, celebrate community, and help us continue the beautiful vision of bringing people together ❤️

In honor and loving memory of the late Sharon Klay --- visionary, founder, and heart behind Christian Klay Winery--- our...
05/21/2026

In honor and loving memory of the late Sharon Klay --- visionary, founder, and heart behind Christian Klay Winery--- our annual festivals will continue her legacy by uplifting local causes and transforming every celebration into meaningful community support.

Address

412 Fayette Springs Road
Chalkhill, PA
15421

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 6pm
Tuesday 12pm - 6pm
Wednesday 12pm - 6pm
Thursday 12pm - 6pm
Friday 11am - 7pm
Saturday 11am - 7pm
Sunday 12pm - 6pm

Telephone

(724) 439-3424

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