An Idiot’s Guide to Wine LIVE at Fabrika

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About the Show

An Idiot’s Guide to Wine is the smash-hit stand-up comedy show that has now arrived in Philadelphia, PA. The show pairs hilarious live stand-up comedy with a curated tasting of six different wine varietals from around the world.

Written by Merrick Watts — the only comedian in the world to hold a WSET (Wine & Spirit Education Trust) Level 3 qualification — and performed by a local comedian, this Fever Original delivers an extraordinary blend of laughter and wine education. Whether you’re a seasoned sommelier or a total beginner, you’ll giggle and gulp your way through an evening where the hardest part is not spilling your wine while laughing.

Produced by Fever. Written by Merrick Watts. Created by Grapes of Mirth.

Event Details

Date: Friday, October 9, 2026
Start Time: 5:30 PM local Eastern time (America/New_York)
Duration: Approximately 70 minutes
Venue: Fabrika
Address: 1108 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125
City: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Price: General Admission $70.00 / Front Row $86.00 (plus booking fee)
Age Requirement: 21+
Language: English

About the Venue

Fabrika is an industrial-chic performance venue in Philadelphia’s Fishtown neighborhood, located at 1108 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125. The venue features a hydraulic center stage, aerial rigs, and state-of-the-art lighting and sound, seating up to 350 guests.

What to Expect

A local comedian performs a 70-minute live stand-up set while you taste six wines from around the world. You’ll pick up genuine wine knowledge with zero snobbery — just laughs. The show is performed entirely in English. Recording is not permitted.

Your ticket includes a sample of each wine. Alcohol consumption is voluntary; non-alcoholic drinks are available for an additional fee. The experience is best enjoyed on a full stomach as this is a tasting, not a meal.

Ticket Information

General Admission tickets start at $70.00 plus a booking fee. Front Row seats are available at $86.00 plus a booking fee. Tickets are available through Fever. All ticket sales are final and cannot be refunded.