La Jolla Art & Wine Festival Returns For Its 16th Year, Here Is What To Do
16th Annual La Jolla Art + Wine Festival - Photo Courtesy of LaJolla.ca
The La Jolla Art & Wine Festival (LJAWF) is set to return to downtown La Jolla on Saturday, September 28, and Sunday, September 29, 2024. This vibrant event will feature renowned art, regional and international wines, craft beers, spirits, and activities for the whole family!
With over 170 artists from the U.S. and Mexico, attendees can enjoy a diverse range of artworks, including painting, sculpture, jewelry, fine glass, ceramics, woodworking, mixed media, and photography.
This festival caters not only to art lovers but also to wine enthusiasts and craft beer fans. The wine and beer garden will showcase more than 35 international wineries, local craft breweries, and distilleries. Additionally, there will be a two-day silent auction, pet adoption stations, and an exciting lineup of live entertainment, ensuring there’s something for everyone.
Wine and Beer Garden
Guests aged 21 and over can savor regional and international wines, local San Diego craft beers, handcrafted spirits, and a variety of delightful beverages, all while enjoying performances from talented local musicians and bands! Some of the local producers you can expect are listed below!
30+ wineries, breweries, and distilleries!
Pali Wine Co. | Orfilia | Wente | St. Francis | Adobe Road Winery + more wineries
Boochcraft | Puesto | IZO Spirits | Solento Mezcal | Busa | Storyhouse Spirits | Sake High + more breweries and distilleries!
Located in the heart of the festival, the Wine & Beer Garden spans over 13,000 square feet, offering ample seating, shaded areas, and plenty of space to dance. The Wine & Beer Garden is a ticketed event, open from 12:00pm to 6:00pm, with the last pour at 5:30pm.
Here's what your ticket includes:
Entry to the Wine & Beer Garden (with in-and-out privileges)
Choice of 5 or 10 tasting tickets - each tasting includes 2oz of wine or 3oz of beer
Access to 30+ wineries, breweries, and distilleries
Open shaded seating + a dance area
5 live musical performances - every year, an amazing lineup of great musicians perform live both days in the Wine & Beer Garden.
170 Artists To Meet!
The La Jolla Art & Wine Festival is thrilled to showcase over 160 talented juried artists this year! Each year brings fresh and unique creations, from photography to jewelry and woodworking. The La Jolla Art & Wine Festival is especially excited to feature artist Roy Kerckhoffs at this year's La Jolla Art & Wine Festival. Join us on September 28 and 29 to meet incredible artists and discover your next beloved piece of art!
Family Fun Activities
The Geppetto's Toys Family Art Center at the 2024 La Jolla Art & Wine Festival is located on Wall Street at Girard Avenue and is the place to go for FREE family fun! Families can enjoy these fun activities:
Create fun OOLY art products sponsored by Geppetto's Toys and OOLY.
Prize drawings and giveaways - sponsored by Geppetto's Toys, and OOLY
Decorate coffee sleeves and paper placements with uplifting messages and happy decorations for Brick and Bell Cafe customers and senior living facilities – sponsored by Kids for Peace, OOLY, and Geppetto's Toys
3D Printing, craft projects, and story time with La Jolla Library
Ballet and dance with The Rosin Box Project
Robotics with La Jolla Youth Robotics
Obstacle course and small gym equipment from My Gym La Jolla
Face Painting, Henna Painting, and Balloon Twisting from FunForKids
Dan McKinney Family YMCA + Shepherd YMCA Firehouse will be hosting a variety of arts and crafts for children ages 3-12
Coloring pages, bean bag toss, hula hoops, and free community resources from the County of San Diego, Health and Human Services Agency
Seaside Arts Center visual arts activity and live street performances throughout the day
The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego’s Education Department will host a mix-media art activity for all ages.
Decorate a biodegradable pot, get a native seed, and meet an animal ambassador from The Living Coast Discovery Center
Ready, Set, SHOCK. Come make magic snow with Science Guys of San Diego and participate in making static electricity!
Gymnastics, Aerial Acrobatics, and Parkour - with Momentum Acrobatics
Arts & Crafts with Inlight Institute
Make beaded bracelets with Dragon Fly Fun
Create glitter calming jars or "Glitters of Hope" with BEAM Kenya
Little Face Creations by Liz - Face painting
and More!
