Your Lodi Guide to Autumn Adventures

Orange tones, pumpkin spice aromas, and harvest-season energy make fall a favorite time of year in Lodi.

Experience Fall in Lodi

Welcome to harvest season in Lodi, America's Favorite Small Town. Pumpkins appear throughout the community, farm stands overflow with fall produce, and seasonal sweets arrive on menus across town. Cooler weather, local bites and sips, and vineyards dressed in autumn color make fall one of the most rewarding seasons for a Lodi visit. Here’s what to know while planning your trip.

Why Visit Lodi Wine Country in Fall?

Harvest is underway. Wineries are lively, grapes are arriving, and the distinctive scent of fermenting fruit signals the season throughout Lodi.
Temperatures become more comfortable. Summer heat gives way to warm afternoons and cool evenings—the ideal conditions for patio time.
The vineyards change color. Vines shift through gold, orange, and deep red, adding beauty to drives between wineries.
Seasonal flavors are everywhere. Enjoy spiced cocktails, warm flights, harvest menus, comfort food, and sweet treats in addition to wine.
The events calendar gets busy. Festivals, winery gatherings, outdoor dinners, and other seasonal activities create a festive atmosphere.
There is more time to linger. As the summer rush eases, fall invites visitors to enjoy a long lunch, settle into a patio table, and turn a visit into a full weekend.

Annual Fall Events in Lodi

September

Lodi Grape Festival — This agricultural fair is among California's oldest, with roots reaching back to the 1907 Tokay Carnival. Visitors can find carnival rides, wine competitions, and live entertainment at the Grape Festival Grounds.
California Wine Month — California Wine Month takes place statewide in September, making it a natural opportunity to explore Lodi's wineries and tasting rooms.

October

Lodi Street Faire — Held the first Sunday of the month, this event brings 400+ vendors across 14 blocks of downtown for antiques, art, and local goods.
Pumpkin Harvest Festival — Taking place October 10th–11th at Jessie's Grove Winery, this two-day celebration includes pumpkin patch wandering, local vendors, seasonal treats, and activities for families.
Lodi Oktoberfest — Hosted by the Lodi Tokay Rotary since 2006, the event features German food, local brews, live music, and dancing.
Clements Stampede — The historic Clements Buckaroo Grounds host this authentic Western rodeo, a tradition dating back to 1942. The program includes roughstock events, roping, and a community dance to close the celebration.

November

Sandhill Crane Festival — This signature Lodi wildlife event celebrates the cranes’ return with guided tours, family activities, and local art at Hutchins Street Square.
Tempranillo Fest — Bokisch Vineyards hosts this Tempranillo-focused weekend centered on food and live music.

Events on Lodi’s Fall Calendar

Sunset Sippin’ at Bokisch Vineyards

October 23
18921 Atkins Rd,
Lodi, California 95240-9715
(209) 642-8880

Lodi Street Faire

October 4
(209) 367-7840

Clements Stampede and California PRCA Circuit Finals

October 23
19813 E. Hwy 88,
Clements, California

Falloween Festival at Idol Beer Works

October 24
100 S Sacramento St,
Lodi, California 95240-3526
(209) 224-1859

Free Kids’ Pumpkin Painting at the Lodi Community Art Center

October 24
110 W Pine St,
Lodi, California 95240-2111
(209) 639-9089

Lodi Oktoberfest at the Lodi Legion Hall

October 24
320 N Washington St,
Lodi, California 95240

Hallow-Wine Tour on the Lodi Wine Trolley

October 24
PO Box 2732,
Livermore, California 94551-2732

Haunted Treat House Class at Calivines Winery & Olive Mill

October 25
13950 Thornton Rd,
Lodi, California 95242
(209) 210-3162

Sacred Sounds: A Halloween Sound Bath at Appellation Lodi

October 31
Garden Ballroom at Appellation Lodi - Wine & Roses Resort and Spa
2505 W Turner Rd,
Lodi, California 95242-4643
(209) 334-6988

Sandhill Crane Festival at Hutchins Street Square

November 6
125 S Hutchins St,
Lodi, California 95240-1978
(800) 581-6150

Tempranillo Fest at Bokisch Vineyards

November 13 to November 15
18921 Atkins Rd,
Lodi, California 95240-9715

Fall Concert at Heritage Oak Winery

November 14
10112 E Woodbridge Rd,
Acampo, California 95220-9752
(209) 986-2763

See the Sandhill Cranes

From early November through early March, thousands of Sandhill Cranes spend winter in Lodi, roosting in the wetlands around the region. These seasonal visitors remain for a while rather than simply passing through. At sunset, watch them return to their roosts as their calls fill the sky and their wings reflect the day’s final light.

Paid tours: Visitors seeking expert commentary and access to prime viewing areas can reserve a Sandhill Crane Tour with a docent.

Free viewing areas:

Woodbridge Ecological Reserve
Staten Island (The Nature Conservancy)

Sandhill Crane Viewing Tips

Arrange your viewing around sunset, when the largest numbers of cranes return to the wetlands. It is worth planning an entire evening around the experience.
Bring binoculars and a camera. Both help with close observation even when the birds remain at a distance.
Carry rain gear later in the season. September and October are usually dry, while Lodi typically sees its first rain in November. An umbrella, rain boots, and a raincoat are sensible choices.

Discover the Sandhill Cranes in Lodi

Fall Weather in Lodi

Lodi’s autumn begins with September’s summer-like heat and reaches crisp fall conditions by November:

September — Highs around 88–89°F and lows near 59°F. Early in the month can still feel distinctly like summer.
October — Highs around 76–83°F and lows near 54°F. This is when fall becomes more established.
November — Highs around 64°F and lows near 46°F. Expect cool, crisp, sweater-weather conditions.

Mornings are generally cool, afternoons warm up, and temperatures drop again after sunset. No matter when you arrive, dressing in layers is a good plan.

What to Pack

For early fall, choose lighter clothing such as t-shirts, dresses, blouses, and light sweaters. Sandals, cowboy boots, and sneakers are all suitable. Later in the season, bring lighter sweaters, jackets, and boots for time spent exploring town.

Plan Your Fall Trip

Lodi’s fall season starts when the first grapes reach the crush pad in September and continues through the cranes’ arrival in the wetlands in November. Every week between those seasonal milestones offers something worth planning around.

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Author

Natalie Morlino

Community Engagement & Communications Manager

Natalie is a natural storyteller who enjoys creating genuine connections within her community. An avid world traveler, she is always happy to sit at a cozy restaurant bar, meet new people, and discover a Lodi wine on a menu. Since exchanging city life for wine country, she spends time shopping at the farmers market, looking for antiques, and visiting new wineries with her fiancé, son, and their pug—usually with a glass of Zin in hand.

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