A Guide to the Lodi Wine Festival

Wine lovers, the Lodi Wine Festival is nearly here. Celebrate everything Lodi wine has to offer on Saturday, April 5th, at the Grape Festival Grounds.

Your Lodi Wine Festival Invitation

The Lodi Wine Festival returns on Saturday, March 28th, at the Grape Festival Grounds. Whether you are an experienced wine enthusiast or simply want a weekend filled with good wine and good company, this festival offers an ideal setting.

This event is 21+ and over – including designated drivers

VIP Tasting

Guests seeking an elevated Lodi Wine Festival experience can choose VIP tickets, available for the 1:00–5:00 PM tasting period. Ticket quantities are limited, with pricing set at $70 in advance or $80 at the door.

VIP admission includes entry at 1:00 PM, ahead of the Grand Tasting, along with access to the VIP Lounge from 1:30–4:30 PM. Inside the lounge, guests can enjoy select wines and gourmet bites, in addition to every benefit included with Grand Tasting admission.

Grand Tasting

The Grand Tasting combines exceptional wine, live music, and artisan shopping for an afternoon at the Lodi Wine Festival. From 2:00–5:00 PM, attendees can sample unlimited pours from up to 40 wineries showcasing Lodi’s renowned wine country.

Admission costs $50 in advance or $60 at the door, and every guest receives a commemorative wine glass to take home. Guests can sip and stroll while enjoying live music, artisan craft vendor booths, and performances by local artists.

Discover Lodi Wine

An incredible lineup of up to 40 wineries will demonstrate what Lodi does best. Festivalgoers can explore a selection of over 200 varietals grown in the Lodi AVA, alongside live music and artisan craft vendor booths.

Make Lodi Your Weekend Homebase

Lodi makes an excellent home base for the festival, offering lodging suited to a range of travel styles. Visitors can choose a familiar stay at the Tru by Hilton, enjoy a one-of-a kind experience at the luxurious Wine & Roses Hotel & Spa, or select a beautiful vacation rental near the lively Downtown scene and the Lodi Wine Festival.

Getting Here

The Lodi Wine Festival takes place in the heart of wine country at the Lodi Grape Festival, a short drive from Downtown Lodi, area wineries, and excellent dining. The destination is accessible from Sacramento, the Bay Area, Southern California, and beyond.

Car

Lodi sits between the CA I-5 and CA 99 freeways, providing convenient driving access from anywhere in the state.

Train

Wine tasting can be enjoyed without driving by taking Amtrak to Lodi. The conveniently located Downtown Lodi train station is a short walk from the event.

Plane

Travelers arriving by air can reach the festival from Sacramento International Airport in just a 45-minute drive.

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