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The Ultimate Summer Concert Guide for Temecula Wine Country

May 21, 2026

Looking for live music in Temecula wine country this summer? You’re in the right place! From world-class jazz headliners to tribute nights and casual drop-in evenings on the lawn, Temecula Valley wineries are hosting some of the best outdoor concerts in Southern California, all summer long and into fall.

South Coast Winery: Rhythm on the Vine® Jazz Series

South Coast Winery’s Rhythm on the Vine concert series is one of Temecula’s most beloved summer traditions, and the 2026 jazz concert lineup doesn’t disappoint. Shows are on Sunday evenings, with doors at 6 p.m. and concerts at 7 p.m. General admission from $65 plus fees. Sponsor and VIP tickets include artist meet-and-greet access, a glass of South Coast wine, and a summer grazing platter.

  • Sunday, June 14 — Mindi Abair
  • Sunday, June 28 — BPM: Brian Bromberg, Paul Brown, and Michael Paulo
  • Sunday, July 19 — Keiko Matsui
  • Sunday, July 26 — Tribute to Bobby Caldwell
  • Sunday, August 9 — Tierra Legacy
  • Sunday, August 23 — Hiroshima
  • Sunday, October 4 — Brian Simpson, Ilya Serov, and Michael Paulo
  • Sunday, October 11 — Kalapana

Thornton Winery: The 2026 Champagne Jazz Series

Thornton Winery’s Champagne Jazz Series is the most extensive outdoor concert series in Temecula wine country, running from May through October with 14 shows in total. All performances are Saturday evenings at 7 p.m., except for October 4th (Sunday).

  • Saturday, May 23 — Richard Marx
  • Saturday, May 30 — Damien Escobar and Julian Vaughn with Nicholas Cole
  • Saturday, June 20 — Kenny G
  • Saturday, June 27 — Norman Brown and Paul Taylor
  • Saturday, July 11 — Gerald Albright and Jonathan Butler
  • Saturday, July 18 — Peter White with Vincent Ingala and Roman Street
  • Saturday, July 25 — Brian Culbertson
  • Saturday, August 1 — Kirk Whalum and Andréa Lisa with Rebecca Jade
  • Saturday, August 8 — Richard Elliot and Rick Braun
  • Saturday, August 15 — Chanté Moore and Jackiem Joyner with Althea René
  • Saturday, September 5 — Jeffrey Osborne and Marqueal Jordan
  • Saturday, October 3 — Chris Botti
  • Sunday, October 4 — Boney James and JJ Sansaverino
  • Saturday, October 10 — Will Downing and Marion Meadows with Alex Bugnon

Wilson Creek Winery: Friday Night Late Nights

Wilson Creek Winery has something going on nearly every weekend during the summer. From casual drop-in Friday nights to ticketed country concerts headlined by names like Craig Campbell and Clay Walker. Friday Night Late Nights run from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. with no reservations needed.

  • Friday, September 11 — Clay Walker Full Band Country Concert (7 p.m.)
  • Wednesday, June 3 — Can I Be Frank? Sinatra Tribute
  • Friday, June 5 — Friday Night Late Nights with New Rules Collective
  • Friday, June 19 — Friday Night Late Nights with Lextacy
  • Friday, June 26 — Friday Night Late Nights with Full Effect
  • Wednesday, July 1 — Can I Be Frank? Sinatra Tribute
  • Friday, July 3 — Friday Night Late Nights with The Cheez Whiz Band
  • Sunday, July 5 — Travis Humble
  • Friday, July 10 — Friday Night Late Nights with New Rules Collective
  • Sunday, July 12 — J-Mann Solo
  • Sunday, July 19 — Two Turtles Duo
  • Friday, July 31 — Friday Night Late Nights with Full Effect
  • Sunday, August 23 — Craig Campbell Country Concert (7 p.m.)

Doffo Winery: 2026 Summer Tribute Series

Doffo Winery’s summer formula is simple and very hard to argue with: great wine, an outdoor stage, and the songs you already know every word to. Their 2026 Summer Concert tribute lineup runs every other Saturday starting in June with A Pat Benatar Tribute.

  • Saturday, June 6 — We Belong: A Pat Benatar Tribute
  • Saturday, June 27 — Jimmy’s Buffet: A Celebration of Jimmy Buffett
  • Saturday, July 11 — Country Vixen: Queens of Country
  • Saturday, July 25 — Fleetwood MAX: Fleetwood Mac Tribute
  • Saturday, August 8 — Vegas McGraw: Tim McGraw Tribute
  • Saturday, August 29 — ABBA LA: A Tribute to ABBA

Peltzer Winery: Nashville Nights on August 8

Peltzer Winery hosts Nashville Nights on August 8th, a full evening of live country music in the vineyard featuring Redneck Rodeo (headlining), Sean Oliu & the Coastline Cowboys, and Sabrina Lentini. Plus a dance floor, lawn games, and Rhinestone Cowboy Sangria. $20 GA, 21+ only. Crush Club Members receive 10% off tickets.


Plan Your Visit to Temecula Wine Country

Whether you’re a jazz fan, a tribute night regular, or just looking for a great excuse to get out to wine country, this summer’s concert calendar has something for every kind of visitor. Many shows sell out, so grab your tickets early and make a weekend of it!

For the full events calendar and trip planning resources, visit temeculawines.org/events.

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