50+ Reasons to Celebrate Memorial Day in Temecula Wine Country
Memorial Day Weekend is more than just a long weekend; it’s the unofficial start of summer in Temecula Valley Wine Country! From Thursday evening through Monday afternoon, the vines are lush, the patios are open, and nearly every winery in the valley will have live music. Here’s how to make the most of all four days.
Friday, May 22: The Summer Season Starts Here
Kick things off with a proper celebration. Frangipani Estate Winery is hosting a May Wine & Food Pairing Dinner (6:30–9:30pm), a beautiful way to ease into the long weekend with intention. If you’d rather start the evening on a lighter note, Europa Village Wineries & Resort is hosting their In the Loop Self-Care Sunsets Health and Wellness Market from 4:30–9pm, a uniquely relaxed take on a Friday night out.
For those who want the full festive Friday experience, Churon Inn Winery has live music with Diego Mondragon from 4–7pm, and over at Wilson Creek Winery & Vineyard, The Cheez Whiz Band takes the stage from 5–8pm. Think high energy, great wine, and the perfect way to dance your way into the holiday weekend.
If you’re feeling adventurous, Vitagliano Winery is hosting Line Dancing from 6–9pm, a Friday night tradition that’s always worth showing up for. And for something truly memorable, Miramonte Winery closes out the evening with their Cash, Killer & The King tribute show at 7pm. Johnny Cash, The Killers, and Elvis all in one night? That’s a summer opener.
Saturday, May 23: Full Weekend Mode
Start the morning with movement at Akash Winery, where Yoga in the Vineyard begins at 9am and ends at 10 am with your first glass of wine.
Grab a bite to eat at Halter Ranch Temecula at their Neza Eats pop-up from noon to 5pm. On the other end of wine country, head to Raul Ramirez Bodegas y Vinedos for a special performance by Kole Weber from 2 to 5pm.
Wiens Family Cellars brings the afternoon crowd in with Travis Guilliams on stage from 1:30–5:30pm, and South Coast Winery Resort & Spa is going full fiesta with their Tacos & Tempranillo event from 1–7pm.
This weekend, Peltzer Farm & Winery is the host location for Beach Country Fest, a music and entertainment event featuring Whey Jennings, Dani Rose, a DJ, and a line dance competition, with 100% of proceeds benefiting homeless veterans. It’s a great reason to make Peltzer a stop this weekend!
Oak Mountain Winery is leaning into the holiday with lawn games, BBQ, and Summer Sangria Flights across the full holiday weekend; the kind of easy, festive afternoon that Memorial Day was made for.
Saturday night belongs to Thornton Winery, where Grammy-winning artist Richard Marx will take the stage for the Champagne Jazz Series. Plan ahead and get your tickets early! This is going to be a big show.
Sunday, May 24: Savoring the Weekend
There are no Sunday scaries on a three-day weekend! Enjoy scenic views and music on the lawn with Apryle Dalmacio at Altisima Winery. Just down the road, Robert Renzoni Vineyards & Winery has Jason Weber performing on the Mama Rosa’s Trattoria Patio from 1–5pm, where Italian-inspired food and estate wines make for the perfect lunch stop.
Fazeli Cellars is keeping the holiday energy going strong with extended hours and Tori Green performing live from 1:30–5:30pm. Cougar Vineyard & Winery offers an intimate afternoon with Jesus Leonardo on stage from 2–5pm, and Somerset Vineyard & Winery wraps up the day beautifully with John Demps performing live from 2–5pm.
Monday, May 25: The Bonus Day
Don’t pack up the cooler just yet. Baily Vineyard & Winery is open all four days of the holiday weekend, and there’s something especially fitting about spending a slow, sunny Memorial Day afternoon at one of the valley’s most welcoming and peaceful spots.
Linger a little longer before heading home. Doffo Winery is open Memorial Day, with The Brunch House welcoming guests for one last brunch before the drive back home.
In the spirit of the holiday, Leoness Cellars is honoring veterans with a meaningful offer: 2-for-1 wine and 10% off for veterans on Memorial Day.
Whether you’re planning the full four-day circuit or picking a day and committing, we’ll see you in the tasting room! View the full event lineup at temeculawines.org/events.
