Dear Colleagues,

We’re excited to extend a special invitation for AU faculty and staff to join us at the tenth annual Fauquier County Wine Showcase, hosted at AU’s Airlie Hotel and Conference Center in Warrenton, VA. Since 2014, Airlie has partnered with local businesses and the Fauquier County Department of Economic Development to bring this celebrated event to our community.

This year’s showcase will be held at Airlie’s Main House on Saturday, February 21, 2026, and will feature wine tastings from 13 Fauquier County wineries, delicious food pairings, and fun giveaways.

Special Offer for AU Employees

AU faculty and staff are invited to book an overnight stay at a special rate of $125 per night (plus taxes and fees). To receive breakfast included with your stay, please book using your AU email address.

To purchase showcase tickets or reserve your discounted room, please visit the event registration site. To book your overnight stay, scroll to the bottom of the drop-down list and select the room option. All tickets, rates, and rooms are subject to availability.

If you have any questions, please contact us at airlie@american.edu.

We hope you’ll join us for a wonderful weekend celebrating Virginia wine and AU’s connection to the Fauquier community.

Airlie