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San Diego Food + Wine Festival

Voted best wine festival in the country — along the stunning San Diego Bay

November 6–8, 2026
San Diego, California
From $95
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About This Festival

The San Diego Food + Wine Festival™ — formerly the San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival® — has been crowned the best wine festival in the country by USA Today 10Best two years running. Held each November along the iconic San Diego Bay, this 22-year-old convergence festival brings together the greatest cross-border chefs, winemakers, founders, innovators, and global tastemakers for an epic three-day celebration. Signature events include Icons + Legends (the star-studded opening night), the Grand Tasting featuring 300+ purveyors along the waterfront, and the Grand Fiesta — a vibrant celebration of Latin American culinary and cultural influence on Southern California. With 20+ experiences spanning mega tastings, workshops, panels, film screenings, and cocktail culture, there is nothing else like it on the planet.

Daily Schedule

Friday

  • Icons + Legends — SDFW Opening Night (6pm–10pm)
  • Star-studded luxury wine & spirits tasting
  • Award-winning chef showcase

Saturday

  • Grand Tasting — 300+ producers along San Diego Bay (12pm–5pm)
  • Grand Tasting VIP Experience (11am–5pm)
  • Culinary competitions & demos

Sunday

  • Grand Fiesta — Latin culinary & cultural celebration (12pm–5pm)
  • Taco TKO competition
  • Cross-border chef showcase
  • Closing ceremonies

Participating Wineries

Food Vendors

  • Michelin-starred chefs
  • San Diego top restaurants
  • Latin American cuisine
  • Artisan food vendors
  • Craft spirits

Entertainment

  • Icons + Legends opening night
  • Grand Tasting along the Bay
  • Grand Fiesta Latin celebration
  • Culinary competitions
  • Taco TKO contest
  • Live music
  • Chef demonstrations

Festival Location

Location

San Diego, CA

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Tickets & Info

PriceFrom $95
DatesNovember 6–8, 2026
VenueSan Diego Bay Waterfront
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Nearby Restaurants

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  • Ironside Fish & Oyster

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