Four Wine & Food Festivals Worth Traveling For in the U.S.
Foodies across the country look forward to attending wine and food festivals in their hometown, but we think these festivals are also worth traveling for. Here are are four upcoming wine and food festivals in cities where good food is worth the trip!
Culinaria Wine & Food Festival, San Antonio, TX
When: Sept 26–29, 2019
Where to stay: La Cantera Resort & Spa
Get ready to say “Cheers to Twenty Years” during the 20th annual Culinaria Wine + Food Festival in San Antonio, as organizers serve up some of the greatest hits from the last two decades while also preparing exciting twists on some past favorites. Enjoy the incredible setting of La Cantera Resort & Spa, who will be hosting the event for the fourth consecutive year. Over 10,000 people are expected to take part in curated events like Bubbles, celebrating champagne, sparkling wine and cocktails, and the Festival’s most popular Smokey finale of Burgers, BBQ and Beer. Guests can take advantage of the five pools and events that take place at the jaw-dropping Topaz Adults Only pool which boasts breathtaking views of the Texas Hill Country. You’ll see San Antonio’s best chefs all in one place, and rub elbows with some of the brightest stars in the city all with the price of admission.
Tickets for Culinaria Wine & Food Festival
San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival, San Diego, CA
When: Nov 10–17, 2019
Where to stay: Pendry San Diego
The premier food event in San Diego is the San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival, the largest wine and culinary event in the city. This week-long Festival will introduce you to local, national, and international talents that gather to showcase gourmet food, wine and beer tastings, and tastes of the region’s latest food trends. Over the course of the Festival, you can expect to see celebrity chefs, guest mixologists, James Beard Award–winning authors, cooking demonstrations, wine tasting classes and more — all with the incredible backdrop of the San Diego skyline and bay.
Tickets for San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival
Portland Seafood & Wine Festival, Portland, OR
When: Feb 1–2, 2020
Where to stay: The Hoxton Hotel
Ring in 2020 with a trip to the famous Pinot Noir-growing state of Oregon for the Portland Seafood & Wine Festival. Enjoy a weekend of entertainment, fresh Oregon seafood and wine, craft beers, cider and distilled spirits. You’ll taste some of Oregon’s best wines from over 65 wineries and take full advantage of the peak of Dungeness Crab season. The family-friendly festival also includes face painters, balloon artists, live music and more.
Tickets for Portland Seafood & Wine Festival
Charleston Food & Wine Festival, Charleston, SC
When: March 4–8, 2020
Where to stay: The Beach Club at Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina
Just two weeks shy of Spring, the 15th installment of Charleston Food & Wine Festival kicks off in a city that has been known for its kind and hospitable residents, rich history, well-preserved architecture, and distinguished restaurants. This festival is fueled by a passion for the people and places that make Charleston worth celebrating, and will feature over 100 unique culinary experiences that will fill your belly and soul. For four days, you’ll be amongst top chefs, winemakers, authors, storytellers, artisans, and food enthusiasts from around the globe.
