The Pacific Wine & Food Classic returns to Newport Beach for its eighth year with an all-inclusive waterfront tasting experience featuring more than 35 restaurants, 100+ wines, premium craft cocktails, live music and special 2026 experiences including the Bubble Garden. This annual festival is held against the backdrop of the Newport Beach Back Bay where guests can explore a variety of flavors, from innovative dishes to time-honored classics, all while enjoying live entertainment and soaking in the vibrant ambiance.
Pacific Wine & Food Classic
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2026 EVENT SOLD OUT – No tickets will be sold at the door.
Official Event & Arrival Details
Where: Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort
Address: 1131 Back Bay Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660
When: Saturday, September 12, 2026
Time:
Early VIP Entry at 1pm
General Entry at 2pm
The event ends at 5pm
The Vineyard House Wine Down at VEA Newport Beach
Where: VEA Newport Beach
Address: 900 Newport Center Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660
When: September 12, 2026
Time: 5:00pm-7:30pm
After the Newport Dunes festival, The Vineyard House Wine Down at VEA Newport Beach offers a separate ticketed food and wine experience on the Lanai featuring The Vineyard House, owned by second-generation vintner Jeremy Nickel. Admission to the main Pacific Wine & Food Classic does not automatically include this post-event experience. Check the official Wine Down details for current ticket and timing information.
Before You Go
- Tickets & Entry: The 2026 event is sold out and no tickets will be sold at the door. Guests must be 21 or older and present valid photo ID. Every ticket will be scanned and guests receive a single-use wristband. Ticket sales are final and non-refundable. Food and beverage tastings are included with admission while exhibitors have product available.
- Parking & Rideshare: On-site parking is limited and costs $20. The organizer strongly recommends Uber or Lyft, with a designated rideshare area outside the event.
- What to Wear: Resort-chic attire is suggested. This outdoor strolling event takes place on pavement and grass with some sand, so comfortable shoes, a hat and sunscreen are recommended. The event takes place rain or shine.
- Event Experience: The festival is a walking/strolling tasting event rather than a seated dining event. Umbrellas and high-top tables are available throughout the grounds. The 2026 event includes the Bubble Garden, Spritz Bar and Aspen Vodka Espresso Martini Bar. Restaurant and event programming are subject to change.
- Event Rules: No one under 21 is permitted, including infants. No pets, outside alcohol, backpacks, chairs or smoking are permitted. Security checks IDs and bags.