The California Wine Festival is set to return to Dana Point for a two-day event on Friday, April 19 and Saturday, April 20. Guests are invited to enjoy fine wines and culinary delights amidst the scenic settings of the Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa and Sea Terrace Park.
The weekend kicks off on Friday evening with the Sunset Rare & Reserve Tasting, tailored for wine enthusiasts. This special event offers a curated selection of hard-to-find reserve wines from California's esteemed regions. Guests can enjoy an intimate tasting experience against the beautiful Dana Point sunset, mingling with winemakers and proprietors.
Throughout the evening, attendees can participate in a silent auction featuring rare wines and experiences. Proceeds support the Sandy Feet Initiative, benefiting siblings of children with special needs.
On Saturday, April 20, the Beachside Wine Festival at Sea Terrace Park invites guests to explore wines from various California regions paired with gourmet fare from Orange County's restaurants. Attendees can sample hundreds of wines and craft brews amidst live entertainment and lifestyle exhibits. VIP ticket holders enjoy early admission and access to reserve wines and cuisines.
Sponsors like Wild Fork Foods will host engaging activations, offering a variety of meat and seafood items.
Guests can enjoy appetizers from popular South Orange County restaurants. The festival features rare vintages from Napa Valley, Sonoma County, and beyond.
Live music sets the tone for the festivities, with Chris Copeland performing at Friday's Sunset Rare & Reserve Tasting, and Upstream at Saturday's Beachside Wine Festival, delivering reggae, calypso, and steel drum melodies.
California Wine Festival is a 21+ event. Tickets are available for pre-sale here. For more information, please visit CaliforniaWineFestival.com.
The Latest from greer's oc
A Luxurious Thanksgiving at The Mayor’s Table
This Thanksgiving, The Mayor’s Table invites guests to celebrate with an elegant, family-style feast. On Thursday, Nov. 27, from 2 to 7 p.m., Chef-Partner Riley Huddleston and his culinary team will present a multi-course menu inspired by seasonal abundance…
Thanksgiving Getaways: Where to Celebrate, Relax, and Feast in Southern California
With Thanksgiving quickly approaching, more travelers are trading kitchen prep for festive getaways that blend great dining, relaxation, and holiday tradition. From the sun-drenched desert to the Pacific coastline, these standout California hotels and resorts offer memorable ways to gather…
Uncle Fluffy Opens Soon at Triangle Square
There is something sweet to look forward to in Costa Mesa this December. Uncle Fluffy, the popular Japanese cheesecake and dessert cafe, is opening at Triangle Square. It will be the second Orange County location for this family-owned shop…
American Ballet Theatre’s ‘The Nutcracker’ Returns to Segerstrom Hall
American Ballet Theatre’s beloved production of The Nutcracker returns to Segerstrom Hall December 11–21, 2025, accompanied by Pacific Symphony, for its 10th season at the Center.
Praised by the Los Angeles Times as “ravishing and clever enough to inspire multiple…
Follow Greer on Pinterest
from the blog
- 11.21.25 – A Luxurious Thanksgiving at The Mayor’s Table
- 11.20.25 – Thanksgiving Getaways: Where to Celebrate, Relax, and Feast in Southern California
- 11.19.25 – Uncle Fluffy Opens Soon at Triangle Square
- 11.19.25 – American Ballet Theatre’s ‘The Nutcracker’ Returns to Segerstrom Hall
- 11.19.25 – Thanksgiving Dining in Orange County
- 11.17.25 – HAVEN Honors Taco Asylum with New Taco Tuesday Menu
- 11.17.25 – Costa Mesa Welcomes Sweetgreen’s New Sweetlane
- 11.17.25 – Sip, Savor, Repeat: Better Buzz Expands in Orange County
- 11.16.25 – A Thanksgiving to Savor at Allegretto Vineyard Resort
- 11.16.25 – The Nutcracker Returns to Irvine Barclay Theatre
- 11.13.25 – McG, Nancy Silverton, and Rick Caruso Team Up for Spacca Tutto at Palisades Village
- 11.13.25 – Philz Coffee Debuts Holiday Menu and Launches First-Ever Rewards Program
- 11.12.25 – Pendry Newport Beach Hosts Annual Chefsgiving Dinner
- 11.12.25 – Sip, Shop, and Give Back with HYPEACH and Working Wardrobes
- 11.08.25 – Shucked Musical Comedy Heads to Segerstrom Center November 11–23
- 11.05.25 – Dolly Parton’s Songs Come to Life with Pacific Symphony
- 11.05.25 – Savor the Season by the Sea at Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
- 11.04.25 – Ice at Santa Monica Returns for the Holidays
- 11.03.25 – ZAFFRE Fine Linens Celebrates Two Years in Costa Mesa
- 11.02.25 – North Italia Debuts Seasonal Fall + Winter Menu in Irvine and Beyond
More Daily Doses
- 11.21.25 – Wellness That Works: Vida by VTL Boutique Spas + Wellness
- 11.17.25 – Santa Maria Novella Brings Centuries of Craft to South Coast Plaza
- 11.16.25 – HOTWORX Costa Mesa Courtyards Offers 24-Hour Infrared Sauna Workouts
- 11.13.25 – Prairie Opens in Mariners Square: A New Home for Refined, Relaxed Interiors
- 11.12.25 – Winter Fest OC Returns November 28 With Expanded Experiences
- 11.11.25 – Mother-Daughter Duo Launch Eugénie Boutique in Newport Beach
- 11.09.25 – You’re Invited to South Coast Plaza’s Annual Tree Lighting Celebration
- 11.03.25 – Culinary Dropout Opens in Old Towne Orange
- 11.02.25 – Super Irvine International Market Opens in Irvine
- 11.02.25 – Prime Pizza Opens First Orange County Location in Mission Viejo
- 10.30.25 – Zara Man Opens First U.S. Store at South Coast Plaza
- 10.27.25 – Jack Johnson Headlines Two-Night Coast Film & Music Benefit Concert
- 10.20.25 – Salt & Lime Modern Taqueria Brings Elevated Flavor to Costa Mesa
- 10.19.25 – Fall Fun at The District: Halloween Boo Bash and Cocktail Tour
- 10.16.25 – Luxury Wellness Meets Concierge Medicine at Coastal Wellness MD
- 10.16.25 – Chiang Rai Thai in Tustin Serves Up Michelin-Recognized Northern Thai Cuisine
- 10.16.25 – Chili Chutney Brings Authentic Afghan Cuisine to Lake Forest
- 10.15.25 – Tales of Wonder and Imagination: Alexander Shelley Leads Pacific Symphony in ‘Scheherazade’
- 10.14.25 – California Wine Festival Returns to Huntington Beach Oct. 17 - 18
- 10.08.25 – Newport Beach Film Festival Announces 2025 Honors
