Pacific Wine & Food Classic September 12, 2026
Experience the Ultimate Celebration of Food, Wine & Coastal Vibes
Get ready to step into a playground for food and wine-loving adults, where the flavors are bold, the pours are glorious, and the vibes are as smooth as the coastal breeze. The Pacific Wine & Food Classic returns for its 8th mouthwatering year and this is the one you won’t want to miss.
Set on the sparkling shores of Newport Beach, this one-day festival brings together 35+ top restaurants, 100+ amazing wines, and premium craft cocktails in a sun-drenched celebration of indulgence and joy.
NEW for 2026: The Bubble Garden
Step into a brand-new, indulgent experience featuring sparkling and bubbly drinks on the water’s edge.
A Flavors-First, Fun-Forward Festival
Come hungry, leave happy, and taste your way through SoCal’s ultimate food & wine playground. With breezy waterfront views, great music, and a carefree crowd of fellow flavor fanatics, the Pacific Wine & Food Classic is your ticket to delicious adventure.
The Pacific Wine + Food Classic is an all-inclusive food festival designed for guests to enjoy food, wine and great vibes in a beautiful setting. Tickets are limited to ensure an absolute quality experience for you!

Terms & Conditions - Important changes from previous years.
Important changes from previous years: Every ticket will be scanned. No exceptions.
All ticket sales are final and non-refundable.
Tickets may be transferred to another guest. Each ticket includes a unique barcode and can only be scanned once for entry.
Tickets will be sent from tickets@eventbee.com and may appear in spam or junk folders.
This is not a seated event.
The Pacific Wine & Food Classic is an outdoor, strolling experience designed for guests to explore, taste, and enjoy. Umbrellas and high-top tables will be available. Comfortable shoes are recommended.
By attending the Pacific Wine & Food Classic, guests voluntarily assume all risks related to participation in the event, including but not limited to personal injury, property damage, or loss. Guests agree to release and hold harmless the event organizers, sponsors, vendors, and venue from any and all liability arising from attendance.
This event will take place rain or shine. No refunds will be issued due to weather conditions. Event organizers reserve the right to make adjustments as necessary to ensure guest safety and overall experience.
Resort chic attire is suggested. The event is outdoors, primarily on pavement and grass with some sand. A hat and sunscreen are recommended.
This is a 21+ event. No one under the age of 21 will be permitted, including infants, small children, toddlers, or teenagers—no exceptions.
Parking is limited. We strongly encourage ridesharing via Uber or Lyft.
Security will check IDs for age verification and inspect bags. All guests will receive an official event wristband in accordance with state laws.
Every ticket will be scanned. No exceptions.
All ticket holders agree to the following:
The Pacific Wine & Food Classic is for guests 21 and over only. Valid photo ID is required for entry. IDs will be checked at the entrance.
Yes. Every ticket will be scanned.
Please purchase tickets under the names of attending guests. Once your ticket is scanned, you will receive a wristband. Wristbands are single-use only and should not be removed.
If the Pacific Wine & Food Classic is canceled due to a Force Majeure Event, attendees will not be refunded. A “Force Majeure Event” includes any circumstance beyond the reasonable control of Pacific Wine & Food Classic, including but not limited to governmental actions, regulations, or restrictions; sanctions; embargo; military action; acts or threats of terrorism or war; civil unrest; health-related events; fire; flood; drought; earthquake; severe weather; natural disasters; or other acts of God.
This event takes place rain or shine.
Photo & Video Release
By entering the Pacific Wine & Food Classic, I agree to grant to OC Restaurant Association and its authorized representatives and sponsors permission to photograph and/or video, pictures of me and my participation. I further agree that any or all of the material photographed may be used, in any form, as part of any future publications, brochure, or other printed materials used to promote Pacific Wine & Food Classic, OC Restaurant Association and its’ participants, and further that such use shall be without payment of fees, royalties, special credit or other compensation.

2020 Pacific Wine + Food Classic was named the best food and wine festival in North America by USA Today.
2019 Pacific Wine & Food Classic was voted as one of the 10BEST Food Festivals in North America by USA Today
2018 Winner of The LA Times Best Event in OC
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