The Michigan Wine and Beer Portal

The Michigan Wine and Beer Portal We will transport you throughout Michigan as you enjoy Michigan wines and craft beers! Michigan’s wine and beer industry originated in Southeast Michigan!

For the first time in history, in the center of the Tri-Cities, Michigan’s only Wine and Beer Portal is NOW OPEN. The Portal will transport you throughout Michigan’s wine and beer history, as you enjoy the finest Michigan wines and craft beers paired perfectly with extraordinary charcuterie boards, paninis, soups, salads, and Hudsonville ice cream inside and outside the historic 1930’s Masonic Lodge on the banks of the River Raisin!

THREE GREAT DAYS OF FUN AT THE MICHIGAN WINE & BEER PORTAL! We’ve got a full lineup coming your way along the River Rais...
09/15/2026

THREE GREAT DAYS OF FUN AT THE MICHIGAN WINE & BEER PORTAL!

We’ve got a full lineup coming your way along the River Raisin!

Thursday, September 17 — TRIVIA NIGHT from 6–8 p.m.

Bring your crew, test your knowledge, compete for prizes, and enjoy a fun night of games, drinks, food, and plenty of laughs.

Friday, September 18 — LIVE MUSIC with BEN CALANDRA from 6–8 p.m. on the Patio! Start your weekend with live music, great drinks, and a relaxed evening by the river.

Saturday, September 19 — COLLEGE FOOTBALL

3:30 p.m. — Michigan vs. UTEP

7:30 p.m. — Michigan State vs. Notre Dame

Come early, grab a great seat, and settle in for a full day of college football on the big screens.

Whether you’re here for trivia, live music, taking in the river views or game day, there’s always something happening at the Michigan Wine & Beer Portal and River Raisin Trading Post Specialty Coffee Shop.
Join us along the River Raisin this week!

LOOK UP — FALL RAPTOR MIGRATION IS UNDERWAY IN SOUTHEAST MICHIGAN!The Michigan Wine & Beer Portal, right along the River...
09/13/2026

LOOK UP — FALL RAPTOR MIGRATION IS UNDERWAY IN SOUTHEAST MICHIGAN!

The Michigan Wine & Beer Portal, right along the River Raisin, offers a beautiful place to relax and watch one of fall’s most impressive natural spectacles: the annual migration of hawks, eagles, and other raptors through the western Lake Erie corridor.
Each fall, thousands of birds of prey move south through Southeast Michigan.

Because many raptors avoid long flights over open water, the geography of western Lake Erie, the River Raisin, and nearby river corridors helps concentrate their movement through our region.

From the Portal’s riverside setting, keep your eyes on the sky for migrating Hawks, Eagles, Osprey, Falcons, and other raptors moving through the area.

The best time to watch is generally September through November:

September brings some of the biggest migration days, especially for Broad-winged Hawks and other early migrants.

October is an excellent month for variety of hawk and falcon species moving through.

November can be especially exciting for larger, later-season raptors, including more eagle activity and the possibility of spotting a Golden Eagle… which would be incredibly special!

There is something unforgettable about sitting along the River Raisin with a Michigan craft beverage or specialty coffee and suddenly seeing a hawk soaring overhead, an eagle moving downriver, an Osprey fishing or a group of migrating raptors riding the autumn thermals.

Come enjoy the river. Watch the skies. Experience fall migration from the Michigan Wine & Beer Portal. Open Monday - Saturday.

TODAY is COLLEGE FOOTBALL SATURDAY AT THE PORTAL!Grab your friends and your team colors and join us at the Michigan Wine...
09/12/2026

TODAY is COLLEGE FOOTBALL SATURDAY AT THE PORTAL!

Grab your friends and your team colors and join us at the Michigan Wine & Beer Portal & River Raisin Trading Post for a big Saturday of Michigan football!

12 Noon — Michigan vs. Oklahoma

3:30 p.m. — Michigan State vs. Eastern Michigan

We’ll have the games on the big screens, along with Michigan craft beer, wine, cider and spirits, specialty coffee, and plenty of game-day atmosphere.

Whether you’re shouting GO BLUE! or GO GREEN!, come spend Saturday with us along the River Raisin!

Two games. One great place to watch them.

Ready for a night out that’s creative, relaxing, and genuinely fun? How about trying Glow in the Dark Sip and Paint! Two...
09/12/2026

Ready for a night out that’s creative, relaxing, and genuinely fun? How about trying Glow in the Dark Sip and Paint!
Two dates… limited seating.
Thursday, October 8th from 6-9 p.m. https://events.humanitix.com/sip-and-paint-thursday-october-8-202-6-9-p-m-pumpkin-glow-glow-in-the-dark-paint/tickets

Or Saturday, October 10th from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. https://events.humanitix.com/sip-and-paint-saturday-october-10-2026-10-a-m-to-1-p-m-pumpkin-glow/tickets

Gather your friends and join us for Sip & Paint with award-winning artist Brandy Ge**er of Brandy Ge**er Fine Art at the Michigan Wine and Beer Portal and River Raisin Trading Post Specialty Coffee Shop! Escape the ordinary and spend a fun evening painting, sipping, and making memories.

Tickets are only $40 per person.

Brandy makes painting fun, easy, and inspiring for every skill level—even if you have never picked up a paintbrush before. It’s an evening of interactive entertainment, laughter, sipping, and making memories together.

Your experience includes: All painting supplies, Your own canvas and finished masterpiece to take home, Your first specialty coffee—or a glass of Michigan wine or craft beer and of course Step-by-step guidance from Brandy Ge**er

Bring your friends, relax, sip something delicious, and discover just how much fun creating your own artwork can be. Seats are limited, so make plans early!

On Patriots Day Today, September 11, we pause to remember the nearly 3,000 lives lost in the attacks of September 11, 20...
09/11/2026

On Patriots Day Today, September 11, we pause to remember the nearly 3,000 lives lost in the attacks of September 11, 2001. May we never forget.

We honor the firefighters, police officers, emergency medical personnel, military members, first responders, and ordinary citizens who showed extraordinary courage in the face of unimaginable tragedy.

We also remember the spirit of unity that followed — neighbors helping neighbors, communities coming together, and people across the country finding strength in service to one another.

We reflect and want to thank those who continue today to bravely serve our community and nation on the front lines. Thank you to our firefighters, police officers, emergency medical personnel, first responders and members of our military. You are extraordinary!!! THANK YOU

Today let us all remember and be grateful. May we never forget those who we lost, those who continue to answer the call to serve, and the enduring strength of the American people when we come together despite our differences.

We Remember. We Honor. We Serve.

Looking for the perfect way to kick off your Friday night?Join us at the Michigan Wine & Beer Portal and River Raisin Tr...
09/11/2026

Looking for the perfect way to kick off your Friday night?

Join us at the Michigan Wine & Beer Portal and River Raisin Trading Post for LIVE MUSIC with the Rick Whited Duo! Tomorrow, Friday, September 11, 2026 from 6–9 p.m.

Settle in along the River Raisin, enjoy great live music, and pair it with your favorite Michigan craft beer, wine, cider, spirits, or specialty coffee.

Bring your friends, grab a seat, and make a night of it! While you enjoy the music, keep an eye to the sky because the hawk and eagle migration is starting!

Rick Whited Duo LIVE — Friday from 6–9 p.m.

Thank You, City of Monroe! We want to give a special thank you to the City of Monroe for continuing to make our communit...
09/10/2026

Thank You, City of Monroe!

We want to give a special thank you to the City of Monroe for continuing to make our community such a beautiful place to live, work, visit, and enjoy.

The new mural along the River Walk beneath the Monroe Street Bridge is a wonderful addition to Downtown Monroe and the River Raisin. It adds even more color, character, and creativity to one of our community’s most scenic areas.

From the patio at the Michigan Wine & Beer Portal and River Raisin Trading Post, we already enjoy an incredible view of the River Raisin — and this new artwork makes that view even more impressive!

Projects like this help create memorable experiences for residents and visitors alike, while showcasing the pride and creativity that make Monroe special.

Thank you, City of Monroe, for investing in our riverfront, our downtown, and the beauty of our community. We appreciate everything you do to make Monroe a destination we can all be proud of!

It is fun to watch the mural come to life! Check it out in-person and enjoy the wide variety of birds that love the River Raisin in Monroe as well!

Rick Whited Duo Live on the Patio! Friday, September 11 from 6-9 p.m.Kick off your weekend along the beautiful River Ra...
09/10/2026

Rick Whited Duo Live on the Patio! Friday, September 11 from 6-9 p.m.

Kick off your weekend along the beautiful River Raisin with the Rick Whited Duo LIVE at the Michigan Wine & Beer Portal & River Raisin Trading Post!

Grab a seat, settle in, and enjoy three hours of live music with a Michigan craft beer, glass of wine, cocktail, cider, or specialty coffee in hand.

Great music. Great drinks. Great company. And the best views in Downtown Monroe.

Rick Whited Duo — tonight from 6–9 p.m.!

Thursday, September 10 — Special Trivia Night!Join us tonight at the Michigan Wine & Beer Portal & River Raisin Trading ...
09/09/2026

Thursday, September 10 — Special Trivia Night!

Join us tonight at the Michigan Wine & Beer Portal & River Raisin Trading Post for a special night of trivia!

Game One — 6 p.m. Game Two — 7 p.m.

DJ Chip is out of town this week, so we’re taking a break from Name That Tune — but Beth Berlin has designed a special Trivia Night that will make it a really fun evening!

Bring your team, test your knowledge, enjoy your favorite Michigan craft beverage or specialty coffee, and see who comes out on top.

Don’t miss this special evening!

Don't miss the ORIGINAL ART EXHIBITION — NOW ON DISPLAY... Time is running out... Come experience the beautiful work of ...
09/08/2026

Don't miss the ORIGINAL ART EXHIBITION — NOW ON DISPLAY... Time is running out...

Come experience the beautiful work of Southeast Michigan artist Gladys Drummonds, now featured for a limited time at the Michigan Wine & Beer Portal and River Raisin Trading Post.

Her colorful, nature-inspired artwork celebrates flowers, birds, butterflies, animals, and the beauty of the natural world — and the best part is, these are original pieces you can purchase and take home for yourself!

We’re proud to showcase and support the amazing talent found right here in Southeast Michigan. These pieces and many more exceptional pieces of original art are on exhibition!

Stop in, enjoy the exhibition, and find a one-of-a-kind piece that speaks to you.
Support local artists. Support local creativity. Art brings people together.

Address

8 N Monroe Street
Monroe, MI
48162

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 3pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 9pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 9pm
Thursday 7:30am - 10pm
Friday 7:30am - 10pm
Saturday 7:30am - 10pm

Telephone

+17346823547

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