# Event Details - **Event Name**: 2026 California Wine Festival - Santa Barbara - July 17-18 - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 17 Jul, 2026 at 06:30 pm – Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 04:00 pm - **Event Description**: Voted Top 10 Festivals in the U.S. Wine, food, music, sea and sun create the quintessential wine tasting experience.About this Eventhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A9bGWwRlk0wCALIFORNIA WINE FESTIVAL - SANTA BARBARA - July 17-18, 2026SUNSET RARE & RESERVE TASTINGNEW VENUE - Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort Plaza Del Sol633 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA 93103Friday, July 17, 2026 - 6:30-9pm*Ticket price includes all wine and food samples and an 18 oz keepsake wine glassThis 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 FESTIVALChase Palm Park Field - Oceanside236 E. Cabrillo Blvd., Santa Barbara, CASaturday, July 18, 2026 - 1-4:15pm (VIPs 12pm)*Ticket price includes all wine and food samples and an 18 oz keepsake wine glassThis 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 3pmFEATURED 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 TenThe 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.FEATURED WINERIES:Adobe Road WineryAkash Winery & VineyardsAlma Rosa WineryAperture CellarsArador WineAscension CellarsBernadus WineryBezel from the Cakebread Family Breathless Sparkling WineBrick Barn Wine EstateBurtech Family VineyardCakebread CellarsCaymus VineyardsConcannon VineyardsCuda Ridge WinesCuvaisonDouble Bond WinesEHRET WineryFoley Family WinesGoldschmidt VineyardsHarvey and HarrietHigh Flyer WinesKiler Canyon VineyardLa Lieff WinesLloyd CellarsMacchiaMalibu Wine CompanyMcGrail Vineyards and WineryMichael Pozzan WineryMizel Estate WinesParrish Family VineyardPrescription VineyardsPriest RanchRombauer VineyardsSanta Rita Hills Wine AllianceShale Oak WinerySomerbellaSteven Kent WineryTerra Amata VineyardsTurning Tide WinesVincent Vineyards Visit Tri-ValleyWente VineyardsWillliams SelyemWine Guy & Wine GalYsidro Sake SpritzFEATURED BREWERIES & MORE:High Seas MeadHoney Pot MeaderyIsland Brewing CompanyM SpecialSmog City BrewingSolvang Brewing CompanySunny FieldsThe BrewhouseValidation AleMore about the FestivalCalifornia 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. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/37337a00-7eef-11f1-8de7-a55c04e17f2e-rimg-w987-h740-dca9c3d9-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/37762850-7eef-11f1-a0f0-b3fc05930e16-rimg-w987-h740-dcfef4e9-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/37b5c960-7eef-11f1-a0f0-b3fc05930e16-rimg-w925-h740-dcfdfdfd-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/37fa2560-7eef-11f1-8de7-a55c04e17f2e-rimg-w1110-h740-dc121a06-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/38392a30-7eef-11f1-a0f0-b3fc05930e16-rimg-w958-h740-dcd9eff5-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/38712a20-7eef-11f1-8de7-a55c04e17f2e-rimg-w493-h740-dcc0c0be-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/38a8dbf0-7eef-11f1-a0f0-b3fc05930e16-rimg-w925-h740-dcf3eff0-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/38ddcea0-7eef-11f1-a0f0-b3fc05930e16-rimg-w925-h740-dc1c1d18-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/39197810-7eef-11f1-8de7-a55c04e17f2e-rimg-w1110-h740-dcd5eff6-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/397d1be0-7eef-11f1-8de7-a55c04e17f2e-rimg-w592-h740-dcf8f6f7-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/39c0dba0-7eef-11f1-8de7-a55c04e17f2e-rimg-w1110-h740-dca2bddf-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/3a00a3c0-7eef-11f1-957f-f1f06462340d-rimg-w925-h740-dcf4f1f4-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/3a380770-7eef-11f1-8de7-a55c04e17f2e-rimg-w493-h740-dceef1f5-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/3a6b7380-7eef-11f1-8de7-a55c04e17f2e-rimg-w592-h740-dcefeff1-gmir.jpg Agenda?: 06:30 PM - 09:00 PMFriday, July 17 - Sunset Rare & Reserve Tasting @ Hilton Santa Barbara ResortInfo: 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.?: 12:00 PM - 04:15 PMSaturday, July 18 - Beachside Wine Festival at Chase Palm Park - Oceanside 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. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/santa-barbara/2026-california-wine-festival-santa-barbara-july-17-18/100001981355372255 - **Event Categories**: festivals, wine-tasting, food-drinks, music, live-music, entertainment, nonprofit, charities, beer-festivals, health-wellness - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 7 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 21+ - Duration: 21 hours 30 minutes - Location: FRIDAY - Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort / SATURDAY Chase Palm Park - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 95, max: 260, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Santa Barbara - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: FRIDAY - Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort / SATURDAY Chase Palm Park - **lat**: 34.4169603 - **long**: -119.6770771 - **full address**: FRIDAY - Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort / SATURDAY Chase Palm Park, 633 East Cabrillo Blvd -FRIDAY, Santa Barbara, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 2026 California Wine Festival - Santa Barbara - July 17-18 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/47fbc1ff7fa31ec9ae9e24c072fa01cb1d1b0accfdf263b6a90a2b9777d9f67e-rimg-w1200-h899-dc8eb0ce-gmir.jpg?v=1769539618 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 2026 California Wine Festival - Santa Barbara - July 17-18 being held? - **A:** 2026 California Wine Festival - Santa Barbara - July 17-18 takes place on Fri, 17 Jul, 2026 at 06:30 pm to Sat, 18 Jul, 2026 at 04:00 pm at FRIDAY - Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort / SATURDAY Chase Palm Park, 633 East Cabrillo Blvd -FRIDAY, Santa Barbara, United States. - **Q**: Is there an age restriction for 2026 California Wine Festival - Santa Barbara - July 17-18? - **A:** 2026 California Wine Festival - Santa Barbara - July 17-18 is strictly for guests aged 21 and above. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry. Guests under 21 will not be admitted. The event will be presented in English. - **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 California Wine Festival - Santa Barbara - July 17-18? - **A:** 2026 California Wine Festival - Santa Barbara - July 17-18 is organized by California Wine Festival. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 2026 California Wine Festival - Santa Barbara - July 17-18 is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Santa Barbara, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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