November 1 – 8, 2026
Plan your trip
Where to stay, how to fly in, and how to get to each event across the eight days.
Where to stay
Courtesy blocks with festival rates at three downtown hotels. They fill quickly, so book early.
Rates vary by length of stay and hotel. For help with a reservation, call Conference Housing at (877) 385-9595, ext. 1.
Book a festival rateFly Southwest
Southwest Airlines® is the official airline partner of the 2026 San Diego Food + Wine Festival. Pack your bags and your appetite.
Getting to the events
Rideshare is the easiest way in, and the one we recommend if you're tasting.
Grand Tasting · Sat Nov 7Grand Fiesta · Sun Nov 8
Embarcadero Marina Park North
400 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
- Rideshare
- Strongly recommended if you plan to taste.
- From the north
- I-5 South, Front Street exit. Stay on Front St, turn right on W Broadway, then left on Kettner Blvd and keep right. The park is on the right.
- From the south
- I-5 North, Cesar E. Chavez Parkway exit. Merge onto Kearney Ave, left on Cesar E. Chavez Pkwy, right on E Harbor Dr, then left on Kettner Blvd and keep right.
- Parking
- $11 day parking at a nearby lot, reservable ahead. Street meters are limited, $2.50 an hour. Leave plenty of time to park.
Icons + Legends · Fri Nov 6
JULEP Venue
1735 Hancock St, San Diego, CA 92101
- Rideshare
- Recommended.
- Doors
- 6 pm for Early Entry, 6:30 pm for General Admission.
Festival Week venues
Fairmont Grand Del MarDía de Muertos Gala · Legacy of The Land Dinner Honoring Chino Farm
Blank Slate, EncinitasChefkateers dinner
Moniker GeneralBaja Culinary Expedition pick-up and drop-off
Romesco Mexiterranean Bistro, BonitaRomesco 20 Year Anniversary Dinner
Mister A’sBevan Cellars Wine Lunch
Herb & Wood, Little ItalyA Cali-Mediterranean Finale
Know before you go
21+ onlyNo children, infants or pets. Service animals are welcome.
Bring IDValid government-issued ID for everyone.
BagsSmall purses, totes and drawstring bags only. No backpacks. Every bag is searched.
One scan, no re-entryEach ticket scans once. A multi-day ticket is one QR code, scanned at each event.
TransfersTransfer your ticket to anyone 21+ from your confirmation email. No refunds.
Rain or shineDress for the weather.
All-inclusiveTastings are included, unless otherwise noted. VIP tents and tastings are for VIP ticket holders.
Not includedParking, valet, transportation, and anything sold on site.
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Eat + drink
The city's dining, craft beer and local wine scene.
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Things to do
Beaches and bays, arts and culture, around the festival days.
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Neighborhoods
Beach towns, city centers and everything between.
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