# Event Details - **Event Name**: SOMM SMACKDOWN | Battle of the Master Sommeliers - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 08 Oct, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Thu, 08 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Master Sommeliers go head-to-head over five courses and dueling wine pairings in an unforgettable night of food, wine & competition.About this EventSOMM SMACKDOWN: BATTLE OF THE MASTER SOMMELIERSFive courses. Dueling wines. One shot at the reigning champion.PICTURE THIS:A boxing ring takes center stage inside the newly opened Hotel Vin Rogers. Instead of fighters, Master Sommeliers step into the spotlight. Instead of punches, they’re throwing down their best pairings.At your table, an incredibly unique five-course menu created specifically for the competition by Executive Chef Garrett Kasper unfolds. With every course, two expertly selected wines from Jackson Family Wines are poured alongside the dish, each thoughtfully chosen by a Master Sommelier who believes theirs is the winning match.The Master Somms make their case. You taste. You compare. You vote.This is where fine dining meets fight night. Expect exceptional food, world-class wine, a little friendly rivalry and plenty of surprises along the way, all coming together for an unforgettable evening of food, wine and pure entertainment.Ladies and gentlemen… let’s get ready to RUMBLEEEEE! https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/dab88150-a6f1-11f1-8990-5d04d231a2dd-rimg-w1200-h677-dc080808-gmir.jpg Hotel Vin Rogers hosts the pivotal next matchup in Coury Hospitality’s Somm Smackdown, where the winners of two opening competitions will meet for the first time. Only one will earn the votes needed to advance to the final at Hotel Vin Grapevine, where reigning Somm Smackdown Champion Jack Mason awaits. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/daf00c10-a6f1-11f1-8990-5d04d231a2dd-rimg-w740-h740-dcd8d8d8-gmir.jpg ONE DISH. TWO WINES. YOUR VOTE.With every course, the competing Master Sommeliers will present the wine they believe best complements Chef Kasper’s dish. Hear the strategy behind each selection, taste the wines side by side and decide which pairing deserves the win.Five courses. Two contenders. One ticket to the championship.Who moves on? That’s up to you.AgendaROUND 1 | Hotel CarmichaelHost: HOTEL CARMICHAEL | Carmel, IndianaInfo: One of two Round 1 matchups takes the ring at Hotel Carmichael in Carmel, Indiana, a boutique destination rooted in music, culture and live entertainment.ROUND 1 | The NationalHost: THE NATIONAL | Oklahoma City, OKInfo: One of two Round 1 matchups takes the ring at The National in Oklahoma City, where historic grandeur and modern hospitality set the stage for the competition.ROUND 2 | Hotel Vin RogersHost: HOTEL VIN | Rogers, ARInfo: The Round 1 winners meet at the newly opened Hotel Vin Rogers in the heart of the Ozarks, where one will earn their shot at the reigning champion.FINAL ROUND | Hotel Vin GrapevineHost: HOTEL VIN | Grapevine, TXInfo: The championship returns to Hotel Vin Grapevine, a celebrated wine destination in the heart of Texas wine country, where the challenger faces reigning champion Jack Mason for the title. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/rogers/somm-smackdown-battle-of-the-master-sommeliers/100001998600506917 - **Event Categories**: workshops, contests, sports, food-drinks - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours - Location: Hotel Vin Rogers - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 161.19, max: 161.19, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Rogers - **state**: AR - **country**: United States - **location**: Hotel Vin Rogers - **lat**: 36.3063961 - **long**: -94.1925804 - **full address**: Hotel Vin Rogers, 5501 West Madison Ave, Rogers, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: SOMM SMACKDOWN | Battle of the Master Sommeliers - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/93d63c098f4483338d985932a8ab1fb5cdeedbf2a13aca9db98630022a54dec4-rimg-w1200-h800-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1787701679 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is SOMM SMACKDOWN | Battle of the Master Sommeliers being held? - **A:** SOMM SMACKDOWN | Battle of the Master Sommeliers takes place on Thu, 08 Oct, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Thu, 08 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 pm at Hotel Vin Rogers, 5501 West Madison Ave, Rogers, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing SOMM SMACKDOWN | Battle of the Master Sommeliers? - **A:** SOMM SMACKDOWN | Battle of the Master Sommeliers is organized by Hotel Vin Rogers. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** SOMM SMACKDOWN | Battle of the Master Sommeliers is ideal for foodies, craft beverage enthusiasts, and festival fans looking for the best local flavors and experiences. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Rogers, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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