About this Event
CALIFORNIA WINE FESTIVAL - SANTA BARBARA - July 18-19, 2025
SUNSET RARE & RESERVE TASTING
NEW VENUE - Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort Plaza Del Sol
Friday, July 18, 2025 - 6:30-9pm
633 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Friday, July 19, 2024 - 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 19, 2025 - 1-4pm (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
EXPANDED VIP PAVILION: VIP ticket holders can enjoy appetizers, reserve level wines, craft brews and water along with special ocean view seating in the Pavilion tent.
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 2025 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 2024, 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.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Chase Palm Park, 236 East Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, United States
USD 79.00 to USD 225.00
