Gourmet Gallop

The ultimate food and wine event in Walnut Creek returns Thursday, September 10th, 2026 from 6 – 8:30 pm.

Savor the finest delicacy and wines in the area at the largest culinary walk experience in downtown Walnut Creek. Sip, sample and stroll through Walnut Creek’s charming downtown locations while enjoying savory small bites, desserts and wine pairings from some of the finest locally owned restaurants and wineries. Your tastebuds will savor the many unique and tempting bites from acclaimed downtown restaurants and immerse yourself in the flavors of the region’s premium wines. It’s the ultimate end-of-summer event perfect for friends, families, and co-workers!

Participating restaurants:

Chateau

Lita

Massimo Ristorante

Melo’s Italian Table

Montesacro Walnut Creek

Residual Sugar

San Francisco Creamery

Sasa

Silk Road

Steinway Piano featuring Hendry Wines and a piano concert

Tifa Chocolate & Gelato

Tomatina

Torsap Thai Kitchen

Waterlight Plaza – featuring Raisin d’Etre Vineyards

Wine Hardware – featuring McGrail Vineyards

World Famous Hotboys

…with more to come!

All proceeds benefit Diablo Ballet, Diablo Ballet School's Dance for Parkinson's class and our PEEK Outreach Program.

The Gourmet Gallop will take place rain or shine and no refunds will be given. Attendees must show ID and be 21 and older to partake in the wine tastings. For groups of 10 or more, contact Diablo Ballet for special pricing at (925) 943-1775 x 2.