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TEMECULA VALLEY WINERY GUIDE

Discover the best of Temecula Valley Wine Country:We've condensed years of winery visits, local events and tasting flight experiences into one essential travel guide.

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offer you insider advice on recommended restaurants, wineries, daily itineraries and more.

Wine trail guides

to help you remember each wine, refine your palate and document your personal wine journey.

Tasting note pages

provide you with a breakdown of the area including amenities and highlights for every winery.

Ultimate Weekend Guide to Temecula Winery Events: April 24–26, 2026

Experience the best of the Temecula Valley AVA this weekend. From the prestigious Blessing of the Vines on Rancho California Road to the legendary Big Red Fest on the De Portola Trail, this itinerary is designed for maximum flavor and discovery.

🌚Friday, April 24: Late Nights & Estate Traditions

🕊️ Anchor Event: Blessing of the Vines & Family-Style Dinner @ South Coast Winery Resort & Spa | This is the valley's premier annual tradition. Celebrate the start of the growing season with a production tour, a ceremonial blessing, and a four-course, estate-grown wine-paired dinner with live music (6:30 PM)
🎸 Live Music & Nightlife: Friday Night Late Nights @ Wilson Creek Winery | Live performance by Full Effect. No cover, just great wine and dancing (5:00 PM – 8:30 PM) -OR- Casual farmstead vibes, local food trucks and live music | Jonny Miller Jr Duo @ Peltzer Family Cellars (5:30 PM – 8:30 PM).
🐷Spring Wine & Food Pairing: Featuring gourmet comfort food like 4-cheese mac and BBQ pork @ Frangipani Estate Winery (6:30 PM).

🎷Saturday, April 25: Vineyard Immersion & Soulful Saxx

🍷Anchor Event: Vine to Bottle Dinner (Spring Edition) @ Wilson Creek Winery | An exclusive, deep-dive experience. Take a scenic tractor ride through the vines to Merlot Mesa for appetizers, followed by an intimate, multi-course dinner in the wine cellar (6:00 PM – 9:30 PM).
🍽️ Artisanal Food Pairings: Pop-Up Pasta Bar & JB Saxx @ Fazeli Cellars: | Design your own pasta dish while enjoying the soulful sounds of live saxophone on the patio (12:00 PM – 5:00 PM).

🍇Sunday, April 26: The 16th Annual Big Red Fest

🍷 Anchor Event: Big Red Fest on the De Portola Wine Trail offers three tastings and a gourmet-pairing at every stop including Altisima, Robert Renzoni, Cougar, and Danza del Sol (10:00 AM – 5:00 PM).
🐾Family & Pet-Friendly Events: "Woof! There it Is" Pup Party @ Akash Winery | A benefit for Barks of Love with a doggie DJ, "Paint Your Pet" sessions, and wood-fired pizza (11:00 AM – 3:00 PM).

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Why FREQUENT FLIGHTERS?We began as local wine enthusiasts, frequently tasting flights throughout Temecula Valley and grew to appreciate the dedication needed to craft estate wines in the Valley's demanding climate.Our guide offers this unique perspective, highlighting high-altitude experiences and access to quality wines.