VINTNERS FESTIVAL WEEKEND 2026

42ND ANNUAL VINTNERS FESTIVAL

 

 

 

 Fall is a spectacularly gorgeous time to visit Santa Barbara Wine Country, and the Vintners Festival is the best way to taste the range of exceptional wines available from over 75 local vintners.  As part of the weekend’s festivities, many of the region’s wineries are hosting dinners, unique tastings and special events. Join us and taste some amazing wines, meet the fascinating personalities behind them and explore the stunning scenic back roads of our wine country. Visit our website for additional information about these events.

 

 

VINTNERS FESTIVAL GRAND TASTING

SATURDAY, October 17, 2026

Early Entry: 12:00–4:00PM 
General Admission: 1:00 - 4:00PM

Guests can taste wines from 70+ wineries, meet winemakers and winery owners, savor gourmet food from dozens of regional restaurants, chefs, farmers, and ranchers, listen to live music, drink sparkling wine in The  Bubble Lounge. 

An Early Entry Admission ticket grants you a 60-minute early entry into the festival at noon, providing the opportunity to interact more personally with winemakers, owners and chefs in a more spacious, open and uncrowded environment.