Temecula Valley Crush
Southern California's premier harvest celebration
October 3 – October 4, 2026
Temecula, CA
From $55
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Why This Event
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Best Time to Arrive
Arrive 15–20 minutes early to settle in and review the pour list.
About This Event
The Temecula Valley Crush is Southern California's most beloved wine harvest festival, drawing thousands of visitors to the rolling hills of Temecula wine country each October. The two-day event features unlimited wine tastings from over 30 local wineries, a grape stomping competition, artisan food and craft vendors, live music on multiple stages, and a spectacular sunset dinner overlooking the vineyards. It's the perfect introduction to one of California's most accessible and charming wine regions.
Schedule
Saturday
- Festival Opens (11am)
- Grape Stomp Competition (1pm)
- Grand Tasting (12pm–5pm)
- Sunset Dinner (6pm)
- Evening Concert (8pm)
Sunday
- Festival Opens (11am)
- Winemaker Meet & Greet (12pm)
- Closing Tasting (1pm–4pm)
Participating Wineries
Food Vendors
- Café Champagne
- Creekside Grille
- Local artisan vendors
Entertainment
- Grape stomp competition
- Live jazz & blues
- Sunset vineyard dinner
- Artisan craft fair
Nearby Wineries to Visit Same Day
AI suggestion — pair your event with a winery visit
Nearby Dining
- Café Champagne at ThorntonCalifornia · On-site
- Creekside Grille at PonteAmerican · 0.4 mi
- The Restaurant at LeonesseMediterranean · 1.8 mi
Nearby Hotels
- South Coast Winery Resort & Spa★★★★ · 2.1 mi
- Ponte Vineyard Inn★★★★ · 0.4 mi
- Embassy Suites Temecula★★★ · 4.2 mi
From $55
per person
Date
October 3 – October 4, 2026
Thornton Winery
32575 Rancho California Rd, Temecula, CA 92591
