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Sparkling Wine Workshops & Classes in Downers Grove

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Sparkling Wine Workshops & Classes in Downers Grove

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Whether you’re a sparkling wine enthusiast or simply looking for a fun night out, Bubbly Side of Life offers a variety of events and classes that are perfect for all bubbly lovers. 

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Sparkling Wine Classes and Events in Downers Grove

Holiday-themed events pairing seasonal treats with the perfect bubbles
Holiday-themed events pairing seasonal treats with the perfect bubbles

Seasonal Celebrations

Deep-dive into the world of champagne, prosecco, and cava with our certified experts
Deep-dive into the world of champagne, prosecco, and cava with our certified experts

educational workshops

Check out our variety of events and classes that are perfect for all bubbly lovers!
Check out our variety of events and classes that are perfect for all bubbly lovers!

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Bubbly Events

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Bagels & Mimosas

Saturday, January 17 at 9am

We're celebrating National Bagel Day (a few days late) with Jeff's Bagel Run at Bubbly Side of Life on Saturday, January 17 at 9am.  

We'll be serving mimosas and bagels until they run out.

Stay and enjoy or grab and go.

No reservations needed.  Families are welcome!

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Faux-Ligraphy Workshop

Saturday, January 17 at 3pm

Inspired by an activity I did in 2024, this workshop is a relaxed, creative evening focused on turning simple letterforms into something personal and celebratory. We’ll use faux-ligraphy, a lettering approach that builds style through structure rather than handwriting skill.

No prior experience is needed, and no “good handwriting” is required.

Participants will choose a word, phrase, or New Year goal and learn how to form balanced letters, identify downstrokes, and add weight to create the look of brush lettering in a calm, forgiving way. Guided practice includes visual references, spacing guides, and step-by-step handouts so everyone feels supported as they work. Guests will then letter their chosen resolution directly onto a glass champagne bottle using paint pens.

The bottle becomes both a keepsake and a celebration marker — something to take home, keep visible, and POP open later when that goal is reached.

The class is paced to allow time for conversation, refills, and enjoyment of the space.

All materials (including a full 750mL bottle of bubbly) are included.

Each participant will take home their paint pen, printed guides, and reference sheets so they can continue refining their bottle or start another at home, if they wish.

Cork Popper Club Members: $85 (use code in your email)
Non-Members $95

galentine’s “tea” party

Galentine's Event

Saturday, February 7 at 2pm OR 4pm

Tickets are sold per pair. One ticket admits two guests.

Bring your girl(s) and enjoy an afternoon of bubbly and lite bites. 

Menu includes:

  • Three 1/2 glasses of bubbly
  • Mini cucumber rounds on Schiacciata with whipped Boursin cheese and fresh chives
  • Deviled eggs topped with bacon jam and paprika
  • Smoke salmon tea toasts on Everything bagel focaccia toasts with lemon-herb cream cheese, capers and fresh dill
  • Gougeres (French Cheese Puffs)
  • Olives & almonds
  • Chocolate covered strawberries

{Menu is subject to change.}

Buy 1 ticket for every 2 guests.

All guests must be 21+. Tickets are non-refundable, but are transferable with 24 hour notice.

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Oyster Pairing Class

Friday, February 20 at 5pm OR 6:15pm OR 7:30

Tickets are sold per pair. One ticket admits two guests.

We're teaming up with The Argonaut Oyster Bar Catering for an Oyster Pairing Experience!

Each ticket is for 2 people. Here’s what you get:

  • 12 oysters (a mix of East & West Coast) with all accoutrements
  • 2 flights of sparkling wine

Oysters will be freshly shucked on site.

3 time slots available. 

NOTE: Each ticket is good for 2 people. Purchase 1 ticket for every 2 people attending.

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If you see 'Private Event – Back Room' on the calendar, that means only the back room is reserved. The front of the shop remains open for walk-ins to enjoy flights, glasses, or bottles of bubbly.

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Vicki takes tasting bubbly to a whole new level! I’ve always loved sparkling wines, mostly as a cocktail before a cocktail.

If you have the chance to do a tasting with Vicki at a winery, it’s an experience. She looks at bubbly through a different lens as a staple. And, she has resources for great finds that you would typically miss. If you have the good fortune of having her lead a virtual tasting, get ready. Vicki gives great insights, the background, tips and even recipes for sparkling wines. Be prepared to be wowed for an unforgettable bubbly experience!

KATHLEEN MCENTEE
Kathleen McEntee and Associates, Ltd.

Bubbly Side of Life has been such an uplifting brand to discover! The idea of consistently looking for reasons and ways to celebrate adds such an optimistic and cheerful tone to life.

Vicki can always find a reason to celebrate and I absolutely admire that! The world of wine can be intimidating and overwhelming, but Vicki has a way of making it completely accessible. Vicki isn’t going to tell you about wine in a pretentious way that makes the wine world feel even more daunting or out of reach. Vicki is going to help you explore and discover your own preferences in wine while offering practical knowledge to help you make better selections based on personal taste. And if you still end up picking a wine that doesn’t quite suit you…no worries! Vicki will help you pair the perfect boozy ice cube to make a less-than-ideal wine selection, something that is still enjoyable and worth celebrating 🙂 Cheers!

ANDREA RUETTEN

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