The La Jolla Art & Wine Festival returns to Girard Avenue this October with 170+ artists, wine and beer tastings, live entertainment and family activities.
Overview
Spend a weekend exploring art, wine and entertainment at the La Jolla Art & Wine Festival, returning to La Jolla on Saturday, Oct. 10, and Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026.
The festival will feature more than 170 juried artists from across the U.S. and Mexico, showcasing paintings, sculptures, photography, jewelry, ceramics, glass, woodwork and mixed-media pieces.
Along with the art, visitors can enjoy live music, gourmet food, pet adoption opportunities and the festival's popular Wine & Beer Garden.
What You Need to Know
- Event: La Jolla Art & Wine Festival
- When: Saturday, Oct. 10 and Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Where: Girard Avenue, La Jolla, CA 92037
- Admission: Free
- Wine & Beer Garden: Ticketed, 21+
- Website: La Jolla Art & Wine Festival
What to Expect
The festival transforms Girard Avenue into an outdoor art gallery featuring work from artists across the country and Mexico. Visitors can browse booths, meet artists and shop for original pieces across a variety of mediums.
For guests looking to sip while they explore, the Wine & Beer Garden features more than 35 international wineries, local craft breweries and craft distilleries. The festival also includes live entertainment, gourmet food, a silent auction and pet adoption stations.
Families can visit the Geppetto's Toys Family Art Center for hands-on activities, making the festival an option for visitors of all ages.
More Than an Art Festival
The La Jolla Art & Wine Festival also supports local education. Proceeds benefit underfunded programs at La Jolla public schools, including art, music, science, physical education, technology and on-site medical care.
Since the festival's inception, the La Jolla Art & Wine Festival Foundation has donated more than $1.7 million to local schools, benefiting more than 4,000 children.
Good to Know
- The main festival is free and family-friendly.
- Guests must be 21 or older to enter the Wine & Beer Garden and drink alcohol.
- Pets are welcome at the festival.
- If you plan to drink, the festival recommends using a designated driver or rideshare.
- The event takes place outdoors, so comfortable shoes and sun protection are recommended.
Whether you're looking to discover new artists, enjoy a glass of wine or spend a fall weekend in La Jolla, the La Jolla Art & Wine Festival is a local event worth adding to your calendar.
Looking for more things to do around San Diego? Explore the Hello San Diego event calendar for more upcoming concerts, festivals, food events and activities.
