Wine Country Weekend
It’s a jam-packed weekend at Foley Food & Wine Society properties, with events from Northern California all the way down to the Central Coast. Watch the video to learn more about how we’ll be spending this beautiful weekend, and see a couple other local happenings that we have out eye on below.
SONOMA WINE COUNTRY
SEBASTIANI FRIDAY NIGHT MUSIC SERIES
Friday, May 18th, 6PM – 9PM
Sebastiani Vineyards | 389 Fourth Street East, Sonoma, CA
Enjoy live music from Third Rail, a versatile group that plays an eclectic mix of classic rock and country music, while sipping on your favorite Sebastiani wine (available by-the-glass or by-the-bottle). This family-friendly event is open to all, including well-behaved four-legged friends! Admission is free and no RSVP is required.
THE LUTHER BURBANK ROSE PARADE & FESTIVAL
Saturday, May 19th, 9AM
Downtown Santa Rosa, CA
In its 124th year, The Luther Burbank Rose Parade & Festival brings thousands of participants and spectators to downtown Santa Rosa. It’s one of Sonoma County’s most time-honored traditions and one of the oldest and largest events of its kind in Northern California, where marching bands, floats, and others from the community parade down the streets. This year’s theme of “Together We Rose” honors the North Bay’s devastating fire storms of 2017.
3RD ANNUAL SEBASTIANI ITALIAN FESTIVAL
Sunday, May 20th, 2PM – 5PM
Sebastiani Vineyards | 389 Fourth Street East, Sonoma, CA
Spend the afternoon sipping on Sebastiani wines paired with Mediterranean fare and festive live music! Our culinary team, lead by Executive Chef Larry Forgione, will be presenting culinary stations throughout the winery, featuring everything from Sun-dried Tomato-Asiago Arancini to Creamy Polenta with Three Meat Bolognaise, along with plenty of antipasti of crostini and charcuterie to taste in between. Buy tickets now — this event tends to sell out quickly!
CALIFORNIA’S CENTRAL COAST WINE COUNTRY
LINCOURT SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
Friday, May 18th, 6PM – 9PM
Lincourt Vineyards | 1711 Alamo Pintado Road, Solvang, CA
Help Lincourt kickoff their Summer Concert series — no ticket or RSVP necessary! Enjoy food, wine, and live music from LiveWire, a local band that performs an eclectic mix of genres that the whole family will enjoy. Big Tom’s Backyard BBQ famous tri-tip sandwiches will be available for purchase.
CELEBRATION OF CHARDONNAY
Saturday, May 19th, 2PM – 5PM
Foley Estates | 6121 E Highway 246, Lompoc, CA
Join the team at Foley Estates for an unforgettable afternoon honoring their most prized white wine, the queen of Burgundy, Chardonnay.
Enjoy stunning views of the iconic Sta. Rita Hills AVA, live music from “Funker and a Cool,” and deliciously indulgent bites prepared by Foley Food & Wine Society’s acclaimed Chef Danelle Jarzynski, using locally sourced seafood and produce.
Tickets should be purchased in advance and are $50 for Foley Estates members ($75 for members of sister wineries and Foley Food & Wine Society members).
35TH ANNUAL CALIFORNIA STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL
May 19th – May 20th
Strawberry Meadows of College Park | 3250 South Rose Avenue, Oxnard, CA
The California Strawberry Festival is the perfect summer kickoff! Boasting over 50 food booths, contests, rides and attractions, 200+ arts & crafts vendors, concerts…and all things strawberry, of course. Proceeds benefit various local community organizations and non-profits. Pro tip: purchase tickets online to avoide lines at the festival!
LAKE COUNTY
2018 LAKE COUNTY WINE ADVENTURE
May 19th – May 20th
Langtry Estate | 21000 Butts Canyon Rd, Middletown, CA (in addition to other participating wineries)
Langtry Estate is participating in the 2018 Lake County Wine Adventure! Explore the Lake County wine region and discover its wonderful award-winning wines by visiting the 25+ wineries that are opening their doors as part of this two-day passport adventure. Tickets are available for either one-day or two-day, and are good for entry to all participating wineries. Purchase online or at the door.
