2026 California Wine Festival - Santa Barbara - July 17-18

CALIFORNIA WINE FESTIVAL - SANTA BARBARA - July 17-18, 2026

SUNSET RARE & RESERVE TASTING

NEW VENUE - Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort Plaza Del Sol

633 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA 93103

Friday, July 17, 2026 - 6:30-9pm

*Ticket price includes all wine and food samples and an 18 oz keepsake wine glass

This romantic evening of rare wine tasting begins with a sparkling wine reception under the stars at Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfron Resort. Extremely limited reserve level wines are matched with gourmet appetizers from top local chefs, artisan cheeses, fresh fruits, olive oils and more while live music keeps things super cool.

BEACHSIDE WINE FESTIVAL

Chase Palm Park Field - Oceanside

236 E. Cabrillo Blvd., Santa Barbara, CA

Saturday, July 18, 2026 - 1-4:15pm (VIPs 12pm)

*Ticket price includes all wine and food samples and an 18 oz keepsake wine glass

This is CWF’s signature wine event. Thousands of wine lovers pour into Santa Barbara’s sun-splashed beachside location for a day of sun, sea, wine, food, and music. Wine oenophiles will find hundreds of fine wines, regional craft brews and a dizzying variety of foods to sample. Enjoy delicious tri-tip provide by our talented BBQ Competitors and cast your vote for you favorite one! Taste artisanal cheeses, breads, olive oil, chocolates and more! A live band keeps the beat for this all-day feast for the senses where wine and food are king and queen.

FESTIVAL FEATURES:

VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE TRI-TIP: Upon entering the festival grounds, you will receive a wristband with a voting tab. Taste the delicious tri-tip provided by our talented BBQ Competitors and head to the California Wine Festival booth adjacent to the BBQ area and cast your vote! Voting ends at 3pm

FEATURED IN FORBES

"Don't miss California Wine Festival, - one of the largest outdoor wine festivals in the state!"

Voted One of the Top Ten Best Wine Festivals in the USA by Americas Best & Top Ten

The 2026 California Wine Festival - Santa Barbara benefits Foodbank of Santa Barbara County.

Transforming the health of Santa Barbara County through fresh produce and essential foods, nutrition knowledge, and education for children, families and seniors.

More about the Festival

California Wine Festival celebrates the fine wines and culinary offerings of California. A nationally recognized event series, California Wine Festival aims to bring attention to the beautiful wines, foods, and landscapes of California. Founded in 2004 in Santa Barbara, California Wine Festival is proud to be one of the largest outdoor wine festivals in the state and strives to be a green event producer. In 2025, 90% of the waste from the festivals was diverted from the landfill. A for-profit organization whose mission includes giving back, California Wine Festival has helped raise awareness and funds for local California charities including the Foodbank of Santa Barbara, The Surfrider Foundation, Golden Rule Charity and more.

Info: This romantic evening of rare wine tasting begins with a sparkling wine reception under the stars at Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort breathtaking Plaza del Sol. Extremely limited reserve level wines are matched with gourmet appetizers from top local chefs, artisan cheeses, fresh fruits, olive oils and more while live music keeps things super cool.

Info: VIP/Early Entrance @ 12PM and General Admission at 1PM. This is CWF’s signature wine event. Thousands of wine lovers pour into Santa Barbara’s sun-splashed beachside location for a day of sun, sea, wine, food, and music. Wine oenophiles will find hundreds of fine wines, regional craft brews and a dizzying variety of foods to sample. Enjoy delicious tri-tip provide by our talented BBQ Competitors and cast your vote for you favorite one! Taste artisanal cheeses, breads, olive oil, chocolates and more! A live band keeps the beat for this all-day feast for the senses where wine and food are king and queen.

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