It’s harvest season in wine country, and October holds many exciting and fun events for you to experience Temecula’s wine region.
All Winery Passport Event: 21st Annual Harvest Celebration Barrel Tasting Weekend – November 5 & 6, 2011
If you missed the 2nd Annual CRUSH Event on September 10, fall brings another amazing opportunity to taste all 34 member wineries for on
e low passport price. The Harvest Celebration Weekend is a much-anticipated annual tradition in Temecula Valley Wine Country. Taking place from 10am – 4:30pm on Saturday and Sunday, this two-day passport event is the perfect wine-tasting day trip or weekend getaway for couples, friends, and groups. Wine-lovers from Los Angeles, San Diego, Orange County, Palm Springs, and the Inland Empire make the short drive every year to wine country to enjoy meeting winemakers and to sample wines not yet available to the public.
Simply purchase a passport ticket for a self-guided tour of all the Temecula Valley wineries; each stop includes wine-tasting, delicious small plates of food, and a special Best Winery Scarecrow Facebook contest you can participate in! The winner will receive four tickets to the World of Wine 2012 event.
This event sells out early so order your tickets today! For more information, please visit our Temecula Valley events page. Please note, “Sunday Only” tickets and “Designated Driver” tickets are also available at reduced prices.
Also, consider booking a shuttle to remove any worries about driving on your tour. You can easily purchase your shuttle service and Harvest tickets directly with The Grapeline Wine Country Shuttle. Click here to reserve and purchase now!
October 22
25th Anniversary Party- Dinner and wine included. $100 per person. Call for reservations – (951) 676-9463. Limited seating available- Call Today!
Saturdays and Sundays in October, 2p-5p
Live music. Go to www.cougarvineyards.com for performers schedules.
Sunday afternoons:
NFL Football on the big screen
October 5, 6:30pm
Winemaker Dinner at the Gambling Cowboy in Old Town Temecula. Five-course dinner paired with Cougar wines. $60/person. Reservations required, call 951-491-0825.
October 8-10
Columbus Day Weekend Art & Wine. Sample wines and specialty foods while viewing unique works of fine artists and photographers.
October 14 and 28, 7-9:30pm
Wine Down Fridays- Includes dinner and a glass of wine and cover charge for live entertainment. $15 Members; $25 non-Members. Make reservations here.
October 16, 3-6pm
3rd Sunday Concert Series –Hosted by the Vineyard Troubadour
Saturdays, 6-10pm
Bonfire Saturday Nights- Horse drawn carriage rides, mechanical bull riding, face painting for the kids. Open to the public, families welcome. No admission charge. Call 877-80-RANCH for more information.
October 7, 6-10pm
Fundraiser for Sophie- Come help us raise money for Sophie, a beautiful 4 year-old battling stage 4 cancer. Wahoo’s will cater the event and we’ll have face painting, live music and a silent auction. Donations can be made at microgiving.com
October 29, 6-10pm
Halloween Extravaganza featuring a performance by White Lightning- Join us for “Trick or Treat” in the vineyard!
October 1, 6-9pm
Argentinean Barbeque- Dine on a selection of grilled meats paired with Masia de Yabar wines. For reservations call 951-303-3860.
Live music every Saturday and Sunday from 1:30p-4:30p
Fridays (except Oct 7), 4-8pm
Happy Hour on the Hill – A 180-degree panoramic view of the Temecula Valley from atop our outdoor patio provides a backdrop to what most assuredly will be a wonderful experience had by all. Free admission. Note: October 14th Happy Hour on the Hill to benefit Loma Linda Healthcare System.
October 1, doors: 5:30, concert: 7pm
Big Bad Voo-Doo Daddy Live Concert- General Admission $45 (includes concert, souvenir glass and one glass of wine). VIP- $95 (includes reserved VIP seating, plated 3-course meal, souvenir glass and 2 glasses of wine. Purchase tickets here.
October 22, 5:30-10pm
2nd Annual Rocky Horror Halloween Bash – Let’s do the “Time Warp” like you have never done it before! The movie will be shown along with a live performence from some local players. Complimentary glass of wine; concession food will be available. $35 (adults over 21 and over; no children allowed). Purchase tickets here.
October 6, 6-9pm
Cooking Class with Temecula Catering- Join Temecula Catering as they teach you to make a four course gourmet meal. Reservations required, call 951-699-9102 or email Valerie at vandrews@oakmountainwinery.com.
October 16, 12-4pm
Woofs and Purrs in the Vines- Enjoy and afternoon of live music, food, wine, games and a silent auction to raise money for Cause for Paws, an organization that provides funds to veterinarians and animal hospitals that directly benefits the immediate physical well-being of animal diabetes. $35 donation; receive a logo glass. Reservations required, call 951-699-9102 or email Valerie at vandrews@oakmountainwinery.com.
October 21, 6-9pm
Winemaker Dinner- Five-course dinner paired with Oak Mountain wines. Reservations required-951-699-9102.
Live Music every Saturday and Sunday
South Coast Winery Resort & Spa:
Sundays in October, 12-3pm
Divas In D’Vines – Escape NFL Sundays and enjoy special priced Diva Pedis, Massages and Facials for just $99 at our GrapeSee Spa. Or enjoy happy hour on the Vineyard Rose Restaurant’s Grand Veranda with live entertainment featuring Tony Suraci, plus ½ off sangrias and mimosas with the purchase of a wide assortment of entrees.
Mon-Friday, 11am and 1pm; Sat-Sun, 11am, 1pm, 3pm
Behind the Scenes Wine Tour- Get up close and personal with the real workings of a winery during a harvest crush with the Behind the Scenes Wine Tour. The tour culminates with a private, plated wine & cheese pairing. $25 non members; $20 members. Reservations strongly suggested. Call (951) 587-9463
October 4, 11am-3pm
7th Annual Wild Women of Wine Country Luncheon- Gather up your girlfriends and wear your most outrageous pink shoes! October is breast cancer awareness month, so please join us for a celebratory harvest lunch and a fashion show. Proceeds benefit the Susan G. Komen Foundation. Tickets- $35, available at SouthCoastWinery.com or call 951-587-9463 ext 7210.
October 22, 6:30-10:00pm
9th Annual Harvest Clam Bake- Delicious dinner paired with Stuart Cellars wine. Live entertainment provided by the Bell Entourage Band. $70 per person; $60 per person Wine Club. Additional $25 for a pre-ordered Live Main Lobster. Reservations required; call 951-676-6414.
October 1, 7pm
Champagne Jazz Concert Series- BRIAN CULBERTSON, with special guest. General Admission Ticket $ 75.00, Gourmet Supper Package $ 150.00, Purchase tickets here.
October 9, 4pm
Champagne Jazz Concert Series- THE RIPPINGTONS & ACOUSTIC ALCHEMY. General Admission Ticket $ 65.00, Gourmet Supper Package $ 130.00. Purchase tickets here.
October 15, 7pm
Champagne Jazz Concert Series- CANDY DULFER, with special guest . General Admission Ticket $ 65.00, Gourmet Supper Package $ 130.00. Purchase tickets here.
Sip for the Cure – Entire month of October
Visiting guests will be invited to taste Rosie’s Rose using the additional stub from their tasting tickets and a portion of the proceeds from the sale of Rosie’s Rose will be donated to Michelle’s Place Foundation. Wine club members are entitled to special pricing for the wine at $10 per bottle!
October 2, 5pm
Sip, Savor, Stomp- Join us for a traditional Wine Country Harvest Celebration featuring hayride tours, grape stomping, live music, harvest buffet and apple bobbing. $65.00 per person; $58.50 per person Wine Club. Call for reservations: 951.699.9463 Purchase on-line: www.wilsoncreekwinery.com
October 14, 6-10pm
Cigar Night- Sit back and relax with the glamour and ambience of Hollywood’s most famous gathering place of the 1940′s. Sunday, October 14th, Wilson Creek transforms into the infamous Brown Derby. An exclusive night of exquisite dinner, premier cigars, fine wine and live music. $100 per person • $90 Wine Club. Call for reservations: 951.699.9463
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