Get ready to tee up and fill up with us at this year’s Golf & Wine Fest beginning this Friday, May 17 with featured events through Sunday, May 19. Whether you’re a golfer, wine enthusiast, or just enjoy the beauty of magnificent golf views, the 2013 World Golf Village Golf & Wine Fest will be a great chance to unwind and enjoy time with friends.

Not only will guests enjoy wine, golf, and plenty of fun, a portion of all proceeds will benefit the American Cancer Society through its Annual Relay for Life event (World Golf Village Chapter).

Here is a carte du jour of the weekend’s events:

Friday, May 17

Evening 5-Course Wine Dinner, 6:30 pm – 9 pm

Villagio Italian Grille $75 per person (+ tax)

Enjoy the dinner’s five delectable courses, each of which will be paired with a Rocca delle Macie wine. Guests will also be treated to an appearance by Vito Candela of Rocca delle Macie, who will discuss the evening’s wine selections at the dinner. Don’t wait for your ticket! Space is limited to the first 50 people.

Saturday, May 18

Morning Golf at Slammer & Squire (for tee times call 904-940-6088)

$99 per person (+ tax)

Take in a morning round on the popular Slammer & Squire course, just steps from The Renaissance Resort. Be sure to take advantage of this special rate, which will only be offered during the Golf & Wine Fest weekend.

Afternoon Wine Tasting, 1 pm – 4 pm

Renaissance World Golf Village Resort

$40 per person in advance/$45 per person day of (+ tax) Don’t miss a variety of more than 100 wines as well as cuisine samplings from several local restaurants and the area’s most breathtaking views. Wine will be served outside of The Renaissance Resort between the Slammer & Squire and the Walk of Champions. Attendees must be 21 and older.

Sunday, May 19

Morning Champagne Brunch, 8 am – 10 am

Villagio Italian Grille $39.95 per person (+ tax)

Gather for a relaxing and delicious Sunday morning brunch featuring a lavish Villagio Italian Grille menu and a glass of the bubbly.

Guests may choose to check out one or all of the various happenings. You may enjoy the “Sip & Play Package”, which includes Morning Golf and Afternoon Wine Tasting for just $119 per person (Saturday only).

Weekend Room Packages are also available at the Renaissance World Golf Village Resort. Visit www.renwgv.com and click on “Room Packages” for more information.

For reservations, tee times, and menu information, contact Jessica.Wyneken@jqh.com or 904-342-6251. You may also go to www.wgvwgf.eventbrite.com  to make Golf & Wine Fest reservations online.