October Winery Events
Avensole Winery
Hosted Tour & Wine Tasting /Available on Sunday of each the month / 2pm-3:30pm / For every adventure, there is discovery, for every unique place, there is a story. Take a guided journey through our lush vineyards and experience our rich heritage and handcrafted Avensole wines / Cost. $35 / Reservations required. Please call 951.252.2003 x312 to reserve.
Gourmet Cheese Artisanal Tour & Wine Tasting / Available on Friday of each month / 12pm / For the ultimate Wine Country experience, delight in an educational tour through our picturesque vineyard vistas and conclude this tour with a culinary treat of artisanal wine pairings featuring 7 Avensole wines / Cost: $75 / Reservations required online at link: http://www.avensolewinery.com/res-369934
Live Music in the Restaurant and Marketplace every Saturday from 6p-9p / Guests of Avensole’s Restaurant are in for a culinary treat. Avensole offers a charming place to savor eclectic foods and delicious wines in a lively atmosphere. The vibrant indoor and outdoor setting creates a perfect venue to gather and relax with your friends and family while you sip you favorite Avensole wines and enjoy the wide array of craft beers and cocktails offered / All free and open to the public. Please feel free to call our Concierge 951.252.2003 x301 and reserve table for dinner or join our bartenders for drink at our bar / For a list of entertainment schedule please log on to www.avensolewinery.com
Live Music on the Tasting Room patio Saturday & Sunday from 1p-4p / Enjoy live music at the Tasting Room patio with views over the vineyards. Mangia gourmet cheeses are available for purchase to complement Avensole wines in the Tasting Room/ All free and open to the public. Open seating at the Tasting Room patio.
Baily Winery
Estate Library Tasting / Every Thursday-Sunday / Available 11am-4pm / Enjoy exclusive library tasting; Meritage vertical, 6 vintages dating back to 2005 (varietal will vary monthly). Tasting will take place at Baily Estate Tasting Room located on Pauba Road / Tours are available upon request / For reservations and pricing information please call Lisa at 951-972-9768.
Dog Day Sundays / Every Sunday at Carol’s Restaurant / 11:30a-2:30p / Bring your well-mannered pooch to lunch, doggie treats and special menu items / Live acoustic music on the patio / For more information please contact the restaurant at 951.676.9243
Bel Vino Winery
Temecula Valley Music Awards / October 7 / Red Carpet 5:30pm; Main event 6pm-10pm / 100% Non-Profit Supporting Music Education. Performances by Grammy award winners Will Champlin and Larry Mitchell, featuring artists Elvis Monroe, SHEA, Maddie Leigh and more… / Cost and reservation information: Pre-Sale $20 / $25 at the door. VIP Tables available with food and wine. Tickets/VIP tables available at www.tvma.org
Friday Nite Live at Bel Vino / Every Friday 6p-10p / No Cover / Wine & Beer / Bel Vino Bistro open until 9 pm/ No outside food or drinks allowed.
Live Band every Saturday and Sunday / 12pm to 4pm /Admission is always free / Bands play on our Hilltop Terrace Stage. For a list of scheduled performers please visit https://www.belvinowinery.com/events/
Callaway Vineyard & Winery
The Keith Urban Experience: Urban Skies / October 13 / 6pm to 10pm / Urban Skies pays tribute to one of the most exciting and exhilarating performers in music today. URBAN SKIES is the next best thing to a Keith Urban show with seasoned musicians performing all the songs you know with the high energy excitement you’d expect from a Keith Urban concert / Cost and reservation information: $25.00 General Admission | $30.00 day of. VIP Tables available for 8. Purchase tickets at: www.heyday.com/urbanskies. No outside food or drink allowed.
Prix Fixe Friday & Sunday at Meritage / 5pm to 8pm / For $35 guests may enjoy a starter, an entrée and a dessert / Live Music offered on Friday nights / Reservation is not necessary. For menu information call 951.587.8889
Brunch Specials every Sunday at Meritage / 11am / Cost is $30 / Includes a mimosa with fresh squeezed orange juice, entrée and dessert. All food from Meritage is farm-to-table, either grown on property in restaurant garden or locally outsourced.
Winery Tours offered daily / 11am and 1pm / Tour only, $10 per person. Tour with tasting, $25 – tour includes 1 tank sample, 1-barrel sample and 4 additional tastes at the Tasting Bar / Reservations not necessary, but for 10 or more highly recommended / For more information call 951.676.4001
Live Music at the Courtyard Patio / Every Saturday from 1pm to 5pm / Please check our website for a list of scheduled performers.
Carter Estate Winery and Resort
Elegant Food & Wine Pairing / $40pp / Available Mid-week 1pm and 3pm; Weekends 1pm and 3pm / Reserve your place for an indulgent wine and food pairing designed to tantalize the senses. Guests enjoy five specially-selected Carter Estate Winery wines paired perfectly with a variety of cured meats, artisan cheeses and accompanied with season accoutrements. Each pairing last approximately 90 minutes and is limited to just eight participants to allow for one-on-one interaction / For reservations call today: 844.851.2138
Cougar Vineyard & Winery
Friday Night Live Music / 5pm-8pm / Happy Hour 7-8p two-for-one glasses of wine / Free to the public
Sunday Live Music / 2:00-5:00pm / Free to the public / For a list of scheduled performers please visit www.cougarwinery.com.
Danza del Sol Winery
Danza de la Muerte 5th Annual Halloween Party / October 27 / 5:30pm-10:00pm / Join us in your best costumes, for a WICKED good time! Seoul Man Food Truck & Scugnizzi Neopolitan Pizza Truck. Music by DJ C² Events / Costume Contest / Presale: $8.00 plus tax – Includes one “winemaker’s choice wine” or beer / Ticket can be purchased online, at Danza del Sol Winery or by calling (951)302-6363 ext. 26
Live Music on the Patio at Danza del Sol / Every Saturday from 1pm – 5pm / Enjoy great wine and great music! / Please check our website www.danzadelsolwinery.com for additional information.
Doffo Winery
Doffo Halloween Party / October 28 / 6:30pm -10pm / Join us on October 28th for a spooky good time at our Doffo Winery. Arrive ready to dance as DJ Johnny Herrera will be spinning some tunes, and be sure you dress up for our costume contest! / Tickets include entry to party and one glass of Doffo wine Cost: $55, Members $45 / For reservations please visit www.doffowines.com
Live Music every Saturday and Sunday / 1:00-4:00pm / Free to the public / Live entertainment / For a list of scheduled performers please visit www.doffowines.com
Europa Village
Oktoberfest / October 13 / 6pm-10pm / Celebrate Oktoberfest with us and support a great cause while you’re having fun! Enjoy beer from some of our local breweries, Europa Village Wine, German Food and Live Music! / Cost: $49. Active Military 30% off / For reservations please visit www.europavillage.com
Friday Night Entertainment / October 17 / 6pm-9pm / Featuring Crimson Crow; live entertainment on our outdoor Veranda / Free to public, optional food tickets $18 plus tax. Portion of proceeds to benefit Michelle’s Place non-profit organization.
Live Music every Sunday / 1:00-4:00pm / Free to the public / Live entertainment on our outdoor Veranda / For a list of scheduled performers please visit www.europavillage.com
Falkner Winery
Wine Appreciation Class / October 14 / 10:00am-12:30pm / Designated for all levels of wine knowledge / Cost: $45/person /$40 Connoisseur/ $20 VIP; $70/person with lunch option / RSVP’s required 951-676-8231 x. 109 or wineclub@falknerwinery.com
FUNday SUNday in the Yard Garden / Every Sunday from 12pm-3pm / Lawn Game competition “Cornhole” (starting at 1pm) Giant Jenga, Wine Pong, and other limited lawn games available / BBQ to order, Sangria, Signature Drink, Beer available for purchase
Frangipani Estate Winery
Halloween Party / October 27 / 6pm-10pm / Eat, Drink, & Be Scary / Cost and reservation information: $20 entry fee/$15 wine club. Includes 1 glass of wine and food. Wine Cocktail – $5 per glass, Wine & Candy Pairing, Costume Contest / RSVP by October 25 to 951-699-8845 or frangipaniwine@yahoo.com / Costumes are optional and please no face masks.
Fazeli Cellars
Live Music at our Tasting Room / Every Saturday and Sunday from 1pm – 5pm / Enjoy great wine and great music! / Check our website www.fazelicellars.com/events for a schedule of performers.
Longshadow Ranch Winery
Bonfire Saturday Nights / 6p-10pm every Saturday through October / Free Admission / Come on by and bring the family out to enjoy Live Music with different artists each week along with our fine wines and craft brews, mechanical bull rides, petting zoo, full snack bar and tons of family fun! / No outside beverages or coolers allowed. Dinner available with RSVP ~ Menu varies but is usually ranch style faire. $8 to $10 approximately / Call or email for table reservations which is highly recommended (951) 587-6221 or info@longshadowranchwinery.com
Lorimar Vineyards & Winery
Halloween Bash: Night of the Living Wine-O’s / October 27 / 7:00pm – 11:00pm / Tickets are $18/$16 WC and pre-sale only. Admission includes a glass of Spooky Sangria. Be there….if you dare / For reservations please visit www.lorimarwinery.com
Music Friday & Saturday / 6p-9p / Free to the public
Live Music Sunday / 2p-5pm / Free to the public
Please check our website www.lorimarwinery.com for a list of scheduled of performers.
Masia de la Vinya Winery
Hallo-Wine Party / October 28 / 5:30pm / Join us for our Hallo-Wine Party! Costume Contest, Wine and Treats! / Devilicious Food Truck and music by DJ Leon Ellis / Costume Contest – Prizes / Cost: Wine Club Member $12.00 Wine Club Guest: $15.00 / To RSVP Email wineclub@masiadelavinya.com
Music on the Patio at Masia de la Vinya / Every Saturday from 12pm – 5pm / Enjoy great wine and great music! / Please check our website www.masiadelavinya.com for additional information and a list of scheduled performers.
Maurice Car’rie Winery
Arts & Craft Fair / Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 11a-5p / Maurice Car’rie Winery offers a charming arts and crafts fair every Friday – Sunday from 11:00 AM to 5 PM. Located on the front picnic grounds at the beautiful Maurice Car’rie Winery are craft vendors with wares that are handmade such as jewelry, paintings, and ceramics along with fun items like great handbags and designer-style sunglasses. Open to the public, free admission
Live Music Outdoors Under the Lights / June 10 & 24 / 6p – 9p / Various local artist performances. Admission is free for this concert / For a schedule of performers, please visit www.mauricecarriewinery.com
Miramonte Winery
Live Music & Entertainment / Every Friday and Saturday / 7p-10p / Free to the public / No reservations required / /For a list of scheduled performers, please visit www.miramontewinery.com
Monte De Oro Winery
Salsa Night / October 21 / 6:30pm-10:00pm / 12-piece band Orquestro Banko and dancing. Glass of wine or sangria with admission, tapas for bottle service tables / Cost: $30 for GA, $70 for bottle service table / For tickets and reservations please visit www.montedeoro.com
Syrah Blind Tasting / October 28 / 6:00pm-8:00pm / Join us for a celebration of one of Monte De Oro’s flagship varietals: Syrah. We will be sampling over ten different offerings from various California wineries, including Temecula, Napa Valley, Sonoma, Paso Robles, etc / Cost: $60 / For tickets and reservations please visit www.montedeoro.com
Signature Food and Wine Series / October 29 / 12:00pm-2:00pm / Our Signature Food & Wine Series is a culinary offering unique to Monte De Oro. Our food and wine experts put together the freshest ingredients as they take you through a 5-course showcase featuring Monte De Oro’s award-winning wine. Seating is limited for this event and we anticipate a sell-out crowd! / Cost: $50 / For tickets and reservations please visit www.montedeoro.com
Sounds of Sunday / Every Sunday / 1pm-5pm / Live music program on our outdoor patio. Come listen to local artists each Sunday afternoon while enjoying a refreshing glass of wine and lunch. Free admission. For a list of scheduled performers, please visit www.montedeoro.com
Mount Palomar Winery
Paint Nite in the Barrel Room / Oct. 7, 8, 22 & 29 / 1:00pm- 3:00pm / Raise your glass to a NEW kind of night out! Paint Nite® invites you to create art over a glass of wine at a Mount Palomar Winery, guided by a professional artist and party host. Grab your friends and spend two hours drinking, laughing, and flexing your creative muscles. There’s no experience necessary and we’ll provide all the supplies, so you don’t have to worry about a thing (except having a great time!). Get 35% off with the coupon code “PaintNiteHere” / Tickets $45 at https://www.paintnite.com/venues/mt-palomar-winery-133232
Live Music at Mount Palomar Winery / Sunday, Sept. 3, 17 & 24 / 1:00 – 4:00pm / Mount Palomar Winery is now hosting free live music Sundays from 1:00 – 4:00 PM! You can enjoy our delicious wine, premium tequila, draft beer, craft cocktails or dine at our on-site restaurant Annata Bistro/Bar while listening to amazingly talented musicians / For a list of scheduled performers please visit www.mountpalomarwinery.com / No tickets or reservations required, admission is free
Tequila Tastings / Saturdays and Sundays / 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM / Mount Palomar Winery is hosting Temecula’s only tequila tastings on our beautiful outdoor patio! Enjoy samples of top shelf Asombroso tequilas, made from 100% blue agave. You’ll enjoy 5 samples of fine tequila, including San Francisco World Spirits Competition double gold award winners and a bonus margarita sample / Prices and availability subject to change, more at http://www.mountpalomarwinery.com/Annata-Bistro/Bar/Tequila-Tastings / Tickets: $25 at the door
Oak Mountain Winery
Murder Mystery Dinner / October 27 / 6:00pm-9:00pm / Join us in the cave for an interactive, murder mystery 3-course dinner / 2-day advanced booking is required. Cost: $75.00; $70 for members / For reservations please email events@oakmountainwinery.com
Ponte Winery
Live Music in The Restaurant at Ponte / Every Friday and Saturday night / 5:30pm-8:00pm / Enjoy a gourmet meal and stunning views while listening to a variety of talented musicians / Entertainment is free while dining / Visit www.pontewinery.com for a list of scheduled performers
Live Music in The Cellar Lounge at Ponte Vineyard Inn / Every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday / Head to Temecula Wine Country’s only cocktail bar open late every day, The Cellar Lounge at Ponte Vineyard Inn. The Cellar offers live music every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday night! Sip to the sounds of a variety of musicians, from jazz sax and alternative contemporary to rock blues! / Time and Entertainment schedule varies / Free to attend / Visit www.pontevineyardinn.com for an entertainment schedule.
Game day Specials in The Cellar Lounge / Every Thursday in October, during NFL games broadcasted during business hours / Head to The Cellar Lounge to catch NFL games on the big screen! Enjoy a delicious Gameday Menu, as well as draft brews, signature cocktails and Ponte wine on tap / Cost: Menu items $13 & up / Please visit www.pontevineyardinn.com for more information.
Happy Hour in The Cellar Lounge at Ponte Vineyard Inn / Every Monday-Thursday / 4pm-6pm / Free to attend / Head to Temecula Wine Country’s only cocktail bar, The Cellar Lounge at Ponte Vineyard Inn, for happy hour specials on craft beer, flatbreads, Ponte wine on tap and more! Menu items $6 and up.
Brunch at Bouquet Restaurant / Every Saturday & Sunday / 7:30am-3:00pm / Offering indoor & outdoor seating options, Bouquet is the perfect spot to gather for a gourmet brunch. Enjoy a relaxing ambiance with stunning fountain courtyard, pond & vineyards views / To view menu and for reservations please visit www.pontevineyardinn.com.
South Coast Winery Resort & Spa
Autumn Attunement at GrapeSeed Spa / Monday-Thursday, October 1st – November 30th / Delight in the ripeness of Autumn with our delicious Apple Orchard Antioxidant Facial. This service detoxifies and protects skin increasing healthy cellular turnover. Includes your choice of lunch poolside with a glass of South Coast wine / Cost: $120 / Valid Monday-Thursday, October 1-November 30th, 2017. Blackout Date: November 23rd. Cannot be combined with other offers or discounts / www.southcoastwinery.com or call 877.552.1731.
Haunted Wine Tours / October 25th – 30th / Starting at 4:00pm / Enjoy a Behind the Scenes Wine Tour with a zombie twist! Space is limited. Reservations required / Cost: $55 per person/$50 Wine Club Call now to reserve: 951.587.9463 | SouthCoastWinery.com
Golden Bear Wine Tour / Saturday and Sunday / 11am-12:30pm, 2pm-3:30pm / This Tour will highlight why South Coast Winery has been awarded California Winery of the Year for the 4th year. You will be able to experience 8 of our award-winning wines paired with Chef Choice individual plates of California cuisine. You will also receive a logo wine glass to take home to remember your experience with us while you enhance your wine knowledge. Golden Bear Tours are offered Saturday and Sunday at 11 am and 2pm. Space is limited and advance reservations are required. Must be over 21 years of age to attend. This is a 75-minute walking tour followed a 45-minute food and wine pairing / Cost: $60 per person, $55 Wine Club / Call 866-994-6379 Ext. 7217 to reserve your spot today. Due to the limited sizes of each tour, advance reservations are required with prepayment and are non-refundable. Must be over 21 years of age to attend.
Behind the Scenes Wine Tours / Tours are held daily at 11 AM, 1 PM and 3PM, Monday through Sunday/ $40pp; $35pp Wine Club Member / Learn more about our spectacular Southern California Temecula winery with a behind-the-scenes wine tour, from vineyards to crush pad. Each tour concludes with 5 wines paired with an individual plate of specially prepared lite-bite foods, designed to enhance your wine knowledge and experience / Reservation Information: Call 866-994-6379 Ext. 7217 to reserve your spot today / Due to the limited sizes of each tour, advance reservations are required with prepayment, and are non-refundable. Guests must be over 21 years of age to attend.
Sunday’s Live Musical Entertainment in Vintner’s Garden / 1pm-5pm /Join us for live music entertainment in our Vintner’s Garden / For a schedule of entertainment please visit www.southcoastwinery.com
Happy Hour at the Vineyard Rose Restaurant/ Monday – Friday: 3:00pm – 5:30pm, Saturday -Sunday: 3:30pm -5:30pm /Join us in our Vineyard Rose Restaurant lounge for appetizers, lite bites & pizzas / Reservations Recommended. 951.587.9463 ext. 7230
Late Night Happy Hour at The Vineyard Rose / Fridays and Saturdays / 9:00 – 11:00pm / Looking for something to do late night in Temecula Valley’s wine country? South Coast Winery’s Vineyard Rose restaurant now has late night happy hour! / Cost: View Happy Hour Menu at South CoastWinery.com / Reservation Information: Reservations recommended – 951.491.8077
Thornton Winery
Champagne Jazz Concert Series:
Jeffrey Osborne & Mindi Abair and the Bone Shakers / October 7 / 7:00pm / Cost: General Admission $85.00, Gourmet Supper Package $160.00 / For reservations and information please visit www.thorntonwine.com
“Sharon’s Ride” Temecula Valley – Epilepsy Foundation of San Diego Fundraiser / October 8 / Race begins at 7:00am / Champagne Brunch at 9:30am to Noon / Cost: Cycling registration $50 each, Champagne Brunch Only $45 each / Pre-register @ www.sharonsride.org/temecula or register the day of at 6:15am.
Fleetwood Mac Tribute Band – Friday Night Live / October 17 / 6pm – 9pm / Cover charge $10 / Reservations a must for a dinner table / For reservations and information please visit www.thorntonwine.com
Friday Night Live Music / Every Friday night / 6pm-9pm / Free admission / Please visit our website for a schedule of performers at thorntonwine.com or call 951.699.0099. Reservations are a must for dinner table.
Wilson Creek Winery
Upper Room Grand Opening / October 14 / 12pm-5pm / For a more exclusive wine tasting, join us on the second-floor overlooking the courtyard and vineyards in our new Upper Room. Enjoy a guided tasting of our reserve wines paired with bites exclusively designed by our Executive Chef / Cost: Grand Opening special price $35 / To make a reservation, visit http://www.wilsoncreekwinery.com/Reservations.aspx
Farm to Table Dinner / October 15 / 6pm-9pm / Join us for a culinary adventure. Wilson Creek’s farm-to-table experience features locally sources food prepared by Executive Chef Steve Stawinski and the culinary team, paired with award-winning wine. Immerse yourself in the beautiful Wilson Creek ballroom around tables hosted by our Winemaker, Vineyard Manager, culinary staff and local master gardeners. Come outfitted in your best “farmersonly.com” attire to win the best outfit contest! / Cost: $79.00 per person / Reserve your spot at https://shop.wilsoncreekwinery.com/reserve.ams
Harvest Fest / October 19 / 6pm-9:30pm / Celebrate harvest season with us! Join us for a fun-filled harvest festival complete with wine, grape stomping, a pumpkin carving contest and an ultimate harvest buffet with fresh ingredients. Top it off with a Wilson Creek Wine Country concert. A longtime favorite in the San Diego and Temecula music scene, Toni Suraci pays tribute to the original Highwaymen (Johnny cash, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, and Kris Kristofferson) with gifted vocals and 10-piece band / Cost: $69.00 per person / Reserve your spot at https://shop.wilsoncreekwinery.com/RESERVE.AMS
Big & Rich Concert / October 22 / Doors open at 6pm / Big & Rich performing live in beautiful wine country at Wilson Creek Winery! Join us for an evening under the stars with the award-winning country duo. Purchase your tickets at www.wilsoncreekwinery.com before they sell out! No tickets will be mailed – all reservations are online, you will receive an email confirmation. Please bring confirmation and ID with you to check-in the night of the event / Cost: General $60 / Orchestra $100 / First 3 Rows Guarantee $150.
Tyler Farr Concert / October 29 / Doors open at 6pm / Wilson Creek welcomes Tyler Farr! Join us for an evening of high energy and great music! Purchase your tickets at www.wilsoncreekwinery.com before they sell out! No tickets will be mailed – all reservations are online, you will receive an email confirmation. Please bring confirmation and ID with you to check-in the night of the event / Cost: General $60 / Orchestra $100 / VIP Room $200.
Bubble Brunch Buffet / Every Sunday / Enjoy all your breakfast favorites, omelet stations, waffle stations, seafood stations, carving stations and dessert stations with beautiful vineyard views / Buffet (+ unlimited sparkling): $46.95, Buffet only: $36.95, Children: $14.95 / Reservations can be made at www.wilsoncreekwinery.com.
Live Entertainment / Every Saturday and Sunday / 12pm – 4pm / Free to the public / For a list of scheduled performers, please visit www.wilsoncreekwinery.com.
Ahhh….summer! Outdoor concerts and plays, luaus, and movies in the vines are just a few of the summertime offerings in Temecula Valley’s wine country. Whatever day you choose to visit, you’ll be sure to find something fun to do!
June is here! Graduations, Father’s Day, the return of long summer days — what more reason do you need to visit Temecula Valley wine country? From Shakespeare in the Vines, to “sip and paint” classes to a good ole’ fashion crab boil, we’ve got something for everyone!
May is filled with some pretty special days; Mother’s Day, Memorial Day, International Sauvignon Blanc Day, Chardonnay Day and even National Wine Day! Plenty of reasons to celebrate in Temecula Valley Wine Country.
Spending the day in Temecula Valley’s Wine Country……well, we can’t think of a better gift for Mom this Mother’s Day! We’ve got you covered with brunches and lunches and everything in between. Here’s a list of wineries celebrating all of the Mom’s out there:
Avensole Winery
