LAWineFest 2025 – Celebrating 20 Years of Wine, Community, and Fun
This year’s LAWineFest, taking place May 31 and June 1 along the waterfront at the Harry Bridges Memorial Park in Long Beach, marks two decades of bringing wine lovers together for a weekend of tastings, education, and entertainment, and to celebrate the Fest is celebrating the milestone with tons of incredible opportunities to taste something special, and win incredible prizes.
A Greer’s OC pro tip: Snag your VIP Garden tickets for Sunday June 1 to get a chance to experience the super exclusive La Crema Nine Barrel tasting in The Garden. La Crema produces only nine barrels of these incredible wines, and they are not available for sale to the public! Adding to the festivities, Wild Fork Foods will have celebrity chef Wing Lam grilling up delicacies all weekend - all being paired with hand selected wines from San Antonio Winery.
Set against the picture-perfect backdrop of the historic Queen Mary, guests will enjoy a weekend filled with live music from the Unofficial Slam Band, gourmet food trucks, and boutique shopping featuring unique finds from local artisans. In keeping with its mission to give back, LAWineFest continues its partnership with the Los Angeles Boys & Girls Club, helping raise awareness and funds for community programs.
VIP Garden – An Exclusive Experience
For a more elevated tasting experience, the VIP Garden, hosted by Hotel Maya and Jackson Family Wines, offers access to premiere and boutique wineries, showcasing rare small-production wines, including La Crema’s Nine Barrel wines. VIP guests will also enjoy gourmet bites from Fuego’s Executive Chef Luis Torres, a Michelin-starred culinary expert, as well as cheese and charcuterie from Fior di Latte. With only 400 VIP tickets available per day, early purchase is highly recommended. Saturday VIP ticket holders also get early entry at 1 p.m.
Plan Your Weekend
Extend the celebration with a stay at Hotel Maya or aboard the Queen Mary, both just a short walk from the festival.
Event Details:
Dates & Hours
- Saturday, May 31: 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. (VIP early entry at 1 p.m. – Saturday ONLY)
- Sunday, June 1: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Tickets:
General Admission ($100 at the gate) – Includes a commemorative glass, unlimited* wine and craft brew tastings, water, coffee, and full festival access.
VIP Garden ($150 at the gate) – Includes all GA perks, plus access to boutique wineries, gourmet bites, and exclusive seating. Limited to 400 per day.
Designated Driver ($25) – Enjoy all festival amenities without alcohol tastings.
Getting There:
Parking is available at The Pike Outlets and Aquarium, with free Long Beach Transit shuttles running all day. Carpooling, ride-sharing, and public transportation are highly recommended.
Location: Harry Bridges Memorial Park, Long Beach
Tickets & More Info: LAWineFest.com
Tickets sell out early—secure yours today!
