31st Annual Monterey Wine Country Winemakers' Celebration

Monterey Winemakers Celebration 2024
Join us in Carmel-by-the-Sea for the Monterey Winemakers Celebration, now in its 31st year! This year, the event has moved to late August to celebrate the beginning of the 2024 harvest. Celebrate with winemakers and growers from one of the world's premier wine regions at this beloved street festival on Saturday, August 24, on Dolores Street (between Ocean and 7th) and 7th Street (between Dolores and San Carlos).

Experience incredible wines and culinary delights from renowned chefs and local food purveyors who will showcase their craft. Event proceeds will benefit the Monterey County Vintners & Growers Foundation Peter Figge Memorial Scholarship Fund.

Ticket Options:

VIP Experience

• Date & Time: Saturday, August 24, 2024, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
• Price: $145
• Details:
• Enjoy early access for a more exclusive experience, including valet parking.
• VIP ticket holders will also receive all the benefits of the main event.

Main Event Experience

• Date & Time: Saturday, August 24, 2024, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
• Price: $95
• Details:
• Sample a wide array of Monterey wines paired with light-bites from local artisans.
• Meet the personalities behind the wines—winemakers, growers, and proprietors.

Join us for a day of wine, food, and learning in support of a great cause!

WINERIES

Albatross Ridge ● Bernardus Winery ● Caraccioli Cellars ● Carmel Road ● Chalone Vineyard ● Corral Wine Co ● Cru Winery ● Folktale Winery & Vineyards ● Hahn Family Wines ● Holman Ranch ● I. Brand & Family Wines ● J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines ● JL Wood Wines ● Joyce Wine Company ● Kori Wines ● La Crema ● Lepe Cellars ● Le Mistral Wines ● McIntyre Vineyards ● Odonata Wines ● Pelio Estate Wines ● Pisoni Vineyards ● Pessagno Wines ● Pierce Ranch Vineyards ● Puma Road ● Rexford Winery ● Robert Mondavi Private Selection ●Rustiqué Wines ● Scheid Vineyards ● Scratch Wines ● Shale Canyon Wines ● Silvestri Vineyards ● Talbott Vineyards ● Tira Nanza ● Windy Oaks Estate ● Wrath Wines

Please thoroughly read our FINE PRINT SECTION

ID Requirements/Age Limit: Must be 21 years of age with valid identification to enter the event (the law says no children, even babies, are permitted).

Pets: Due to health & safety laws, pets are NOT permissible. Service dogs are always welcome. Emotional support, where the dog’s presence provides comfort, is not considered a service animal under the ADA. We love our dogs too!

About your hot High Heels...the roads' surfaces are uneven. Please wear comfortable shoes. Check out Carmel-by-the-Seas high-heel prohibition law.

Ticket Transfers/Refunds: All ticket sales are final. Tickets are transferable. You may purchase for others and give them away if you cannot attend. Tickets are NONREFUNDABLE.

Intoxication: Due to the nature of this event and to maintain the safety of all guests, the MCVGA and individual wineries reserve the right to refuse service to an intoxicated guest. If this occurs, the intoxicated guest will NOT be entitled to a refund. Please drink responsibly and arrange for transportation.

Entrance Guidelines: Printed or digital copies of your ticket will be required for entry scan. Guests may exit and re-enter the event; however, you must leave your glass in the event area, and your wristband must be intact to re-enter. Registration will not check guests in twice if the wristband has been removed.

Transportation/Parking:

• VIP ticket holders receive valet parking.
• A complimentary shuttle service is provided to and from the Barnyard in Carmel. Shuttles run continually. The shuttle begins at 12:30 pm from the Barnyard and will continue until 5:00 pm.
• Most residential streets outside the central business district also offer free, unlimited parking, but please respect homeowner signage and driveways.
• UBER and LYFT both operate locally and will get you to and from the event safely.

This event is on the Monterey Peninsula, close to Monterey, Pebble Beach, Carmel Valley, and Pacific Grove.

Questions? Email [email protected] or call (831) 375-9400

VOLUNTEERS: We love our volunteers. Let us know if you're interested in helping us with the event. Email [email protected].

Thank you to our event sponsors! We couldn't do this without you.

Host or Publisher Monterey County Vintners & Growers Association