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Amador Vintners - Behind the Cellar Door
2025-03-22 10:30 - 2025-03-23 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Amador Vintners Wineries
5 Wineries in Amador Wine Country
Saturday, March 22nd and Sunday, March 23rd
10:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Experience the art of wine making. Have you ever dreamed about becoming a winemaker? Perfect for wine enthusiasts and novice alike, Behind the Cellar Door is a weekend filled with world-class Amador wine, delectable small bites, barrel samples, hard-to-find vintages and wine education, all in an intimate Amador Wine Country setting.
Focused on the “Art of Winemaking,” guests will be able to immerse themselves in this wine region and discover why Amador Wine Country is one of the top wine regions in California and produces world-class wines that have been rated 100 points by Wine Spectator – twice in fact. From touring the vineyards in the Sierra Foothills, meeting our winemakers, and tasting unique varietals, Behind the Cellar Door offers a wealth of immersive activities during the two-day experience.
Guests will be able to reserve experiences at 5 different wineries each day from 45 wineries in Amador County situated amongst the beautiful Sierra Foothills. Enjoy tasting flights, behind the scene vineyard and winery tours, and an educational experience delivered by our winemakers and winery teams.

Spring Into Zin - Start on Steiner, Amador
2025-04-13 11:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
Amador County is home to some of the oldest and best Zinfandel vines in the country and many of us here on Steiner Road use these vines to produce exquisite Zinfandel wines. Spring into Zin is a true celebration of this varietal that has a storied history in Amador County.
During the event, you will have the opportunity to explore the Steiner Road wineries and discover the finesse, elegance, history, and diversity of our unique terroir on Amador County’s First Wine Trail. The wineries of Steiner Road will be showcasing a selection of their wines with a focus on Zinfandel. Selections will range from old vines, to blends, current releases, and barrel tastings that will be perfectly paired with unique small food bites that will tell the story of the Mediterranean origins of California’s favorite varietal, Zinfandel.

El Dorado Wines Passport Weekend
2025-04-26 11:00 - 2025-04-27 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | El Dorado Winery Association Wineries
Explore the unrivaled beauty of El Dorado County one sip at a time with a Passport. Over 20 wineries will share their innovative spirit by providing incredible food and wine pairings and engaging you in an experience that captures the essence of their unique story. Whether it’s live music, art demonstrations, historical tours, or winemaking insights, your journey will create treasured memories of wine, food, and fun.
Discover the back roads, hidden gems, secret experiences, and surprises that make this unexplored wine region event a true adventure.

Placer Wine & Ale Trail Sips & Suds Summer Passport
2025-05-16 12:00 - 2025-08-31 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Placer County Wineries & Breweries
Celebrate The Placer Wine & Ale Trail and local craft wine & beer industries! Purchase a $50 summer passport giving you access to complimentary tastings or other specials and experiences at participating Placer County Wineries & Breweries.
Your Passport:

has 35+ participating wineries & breweries
is good for a day, a weekend or several – (good from May 16th – August 31st)
gives you access to over $150 worth of specials, discounts & complimentary tastings

Go at your own pace! Earn Prizes! Optional Winemaker & Brewer BBQ at the end!

Foothills Wine & Brewfest
2025-05-31 12:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Gold Country Fairgrounds, 209 Fairgate Road, Auburn, CA, 95603, United States
Come taste the finest craft beers from our regional breweries and wineries to support a good cause. Bring your friends to enjoy great beer, wine, music, games and a selection of food trucks. Proceeds benefit The Rotary Club of Auburn. The Rotary Club of Auburn uses funds raised to support various community projects in the greater Auburn area.

Food & Wine Classic/Solstice Festival
2025-06-07 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
Sip, Shop, Explore. Sample from a list of acclaimed Tahoe restaurants and caterers offering hand-selected wines and delectable bites; all to be enjoyed while strolling along Lake Tahoe’s scenic walkway in Tahoe City.

Rocklin Brewfest
2025-06-07 13:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
Join us for Placer County’s Premier Beer Event
Over 40+ breweries will be on site to let you sample their finest brews. We also will feature several wineries and beer alternatives for all to enjoy.

Placer County Fair
2025-06-26 - 2025-06-29 | @TheGrounds, Roseville, CA

Amador Barbera Festival
2025-08-16 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Folsom Community Center, 52 Natoma St,, Folsom, CA
Celebrate National Barbera Day at Barbera Festival 2025!
Saturday, August 16th, 2025 | 4pm – 7pm
Folsom Community Center | 52 Natoma St, Folsom, CA 95630

Step into a world of elegance and excitement at the Barbera Wine Experience in Folsom, celebrating National Barbera Day! This VIP event is unlike any other, offering limited access to ensure an intimate, high-end atmosphere where every guest enjoys a night of indulgence and luxury.
The Barbera Wine Experience promises an unforgettable evening, surrounded by exceptional wine and timeless moments. With a stunning indoor venue and a relaxing outdoor lounge area, the festival will feature a grand tasting of Barbera wines from California’s top wineries, as well as exclusive selections from Italy. It’s a rare opportunity to savor world-class wines all in one place!
But the experience doesn’t stop there, get ready for a culinary journey! Savor gourmet food, delightful appetizers, and enjoy live music that sets the perfect mood for an evening of fun and flavor. Plus, don’t forget to capture the magic of the night at our photo booth, because every moment deserves to be remembered.
Join us in celebrating the iconic Barbera grape, which has flourished in California’s Gold Country. This year’s event will showcase the unique flavors and rich character of Barbera, a wine beloved by enthusiasts far and wide. Don’t miss out on this historic debut of the Barbera Festival in Folsom, it’s bound to be a night you’ll never forget!

Sip Into Spring on the Placer Wine Trail
2026-03-28 12:00 - 2026-03-29 17:00 UTC | Placer Wine Trail Wineries
Celebrate bud break in Placer County for two glorious days along the Placer Wine Trail. This event is the perfect way to leave winter behind and SIP INTO SPRING. See the budding vineyards, taste current vintages, multiple varietals grown in the Sierra Foothills, and even try a few verticals! A great opportunity to meet winemakers, taste limited production wines, new releases or library wines.
Many participating wineries will highlight a Vintage, Varietal or Vertical tasting for the weekend.

Wine Tasting at 19 Participating Wineries
Live Music & Food Trucks
Vineyard & Cave Tours
Special Vintages, Varietals, Releases or other Fun & Educational Opportunities
Meet Owners & Winemakers
Where: Placer Wine Trail Member Wineries

When: March 28-29, 12-5pm
Tickets: $50/day; Weekend Pass $55.
Designated Driver: only $5.00
