When & Where — The Temecula & Vine Festival

The best part of this place is that mornings start slowly here, where you can enjoy with coffee and hot air balloons in the sky. Then in the afternoon, your mood will be of sipping wine, grabbing food, and just vibing. And don’t talk about the nights, please. Seriously, these nights will be lit up with balloons, and the music kicks in. It’s kind of unreal in the best way.

Enjoy Early Mornings with Big Balloons

And how can we not talk about the main attraction. Yes, the hot air balloon launches and this will happen Saturday and Sunday around 6:00 am. When 40-50 balloons take off together and create colorful skies in Temecula, it’s literally a sight to watch and watch and watch. You getting up early in the morning will not be wasted, we promise you that.

Can’t do early mornings? We get it. Not feeling super adventurous? No worries—you can still take a tethered hot air balloon ride, rising about 75 feet off the ground for a pretty amazing view (without leaving your comfort zone).

And the real show starts after sunset: Balloon Glow.

It’s Called a Wine Festival for a Reason

Now let’s talk about wine.

The festival will be featuring tastings from over 20 California wineries. And, you can taste them freely. And, most of them will be from the local vineyards of Temecula Valley. Isn’t it amazing? This is literally an experience that you will never forget in your life.

And, it’s not only about wine, but you will get a chance to experience a multicourse dinner that will also be hosted by the professional chefs. Not only this, you will also get a chance to roam in a craft beer garden for the hop-heads out there.

Live Music and Daytime Fun

Throughout the day, the festival feels more like a celebration of California itself.

There’s also a giant open-air market that has 150+ vendors (it’s great for seeking out quirky finds), a giant food court with everything from tacos to gourmet plates, and live music stages throughout the day from noon till night.

Each day has its own vibe:

– Friday = Country

– Saturday = Rock

– Sunday = Jazz and chill

The headliners actually include names like Blake Shelton, Third Eye Blind, Sugar Ray, and none other than Josh Turner. Else, you have to meet the local talent as well, which also gives you goosebumps when you meet them.

While You’re in Temecula…

Don’t leave without exploring a bit more. The Temecula Valley is packed with charming things to do:

• Stroll through Old Town Temecula
• Visit nearby wineries for full-day tastings
• Go hiking in the hills
• Check out Temecula Olive Oil Company for locally made tastings

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Experience the Fun of Wine Festival

Also, don’t feel like it’s just another summer season event; instead, it’s a thrilling event you will never forget. At the end, it will be an event that’s worth visiting.

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