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Temecula Valley Crush

Southern California's premier harvest celebration

October 3–4, 2026
Temecula, California
From $55
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About This Festival

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.

Daily 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

Thornton Winery
Ponte Winery
Wilson Creek Winery
South Coast Winery
Callaway Vineyard
Hart Winery
Leonesse Cellars

Food Vendors

  • Café Champagne
  • Creekside Grille
  • Local artisan vendors

Entertainment

  • Grape stomp competition
  • Live jazz & blues
  • Sunset vineyard dinner
  • Artisan craft fair

Festival Location

Location

Temecula, CA

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Tickets & Info

PriceFrom $55
DatesOctober 3–4, 2026
VenueThornton Winery
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Nearby Restaurants

  • Café Champagne at Thornton

    California · On-site

  • Creekside Grille at Ponte

    American · 0.4 mi

  • The Restaurant at Leonesse

    Mediterranean · 1.8 mi