As March unfolds, anticipation builds for the breathtaking sight of wisteria blooming in Temecula Valley.  Each Spring in the Temecula Valley, Wisteria trees put on a spectacular display of wonderfully fragrant flowers with cascading blooms. If you’re planning a trip here in late April or early May, it’s worth seeking them out.  Known botanically as Wisteria sinensis, Wisteria first came to the U.S. in the early 1800s from Asia. This woody vine boasts stunning blooms within the first five years of planting, grows 10 to 25 feet or higher, and can live for a hundred years or more.  There are several places in the Temecula Valley where you can marvel at this stunning perennial vine, which makes a picture-perfect backdrop for family or engagement photos and instagrammable moments. 

A "one-day-only" Special Event on Sunday, April 28th: The De Portola Wine Trail's annual Big Red Fest will feature foodie delights from local chefs, paired with three red wines at each winery. This Grapeline "Big Red Package" pairs a ticket to the Big Red Fest with transportation all day and Grapeline as your guide. Expect to enjoy food and wine at eight to nine De Portola wineries. Pickups at most local hotels. $169 per person.  ALL SALES ARE FINAL. Tour hours approx. 10:00am - 5:00pm. https://gogrape.com/temecula/booking/2024-04-28/

Pechanga Resort Casino, 45000 Pechanga Pkwy, Temecula, CA 92590. Saturday, March 23rd, 2024 • 11AM - VIP ENTRY Saturday, March 23rd, 2024 • 1PM - GENERAL ADMISSION ENTRY   https://www.pechanga.com/entertain/wine-festival-and-chocolate-decadence   Designated Driver tickets are available through the Box Office. Must be at least 21 to enter. A valid Government Issued Photo ID is required upon entry. Please drink responsibly.    

Dancing? Encouraged. Singing along? Obviously. Attendance? A must. Join us at the Crush House for an interactive dueling piano performance by The Killer Dueling Pianos! www.https://www.duelingpianosforhire.com/   Tickets are $55.00 each. Seating is first come, first served and is family style! Devilicious | 4-9pm https://deviliciousfoodtruck.com/  Check in starts at 6pm. Show starts at 7pm. Wine | Beer | Sangria | Frozeezy Devilicious will be available for purchase until 9pm, so you can grab a bite and a drink before the show begins at 7pm!  Crush Club Members will receive 10% off tickets. Complimentary tastings & glasses do not apply at ticketed events. Please enjoy your bottle discount benefits. *Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable*

Enjoy unfinished barrel and tank wine samples, as well as finished and newly released wines at this once-a-year barrel tasting event. Wineries will perfectly pair delectable food samplings with their wine. There is something for everyone with over thirty wineries to choose from over the two-day event! Tickets will be sold as single days only and we are asking purchasers to select the wineries they plan to attend each day. These selections will not be reservations and can be modified at any point. This information will allow us to give wineries an estimated headcount and provide everyone the best possible experience during their time in Temecula Valley Wine Country, so we appreciate you sticking to your plan as much as possible!  Each ticket includes a one-time visit to each participating winery and includes wine and food samplings between the hours of 11:00am - 4:00pm. TIckets can be purchased using the following link: https://www.temeculawines.org/events/barrel-tasting/.  Tickets can also be purchased through Grapeline Wine Tours for $159/per person/ day. Grapeline shuttle guests can expect to visit 7-8 wineries, with pickups at most local Temecula area hotels. This is everything you need! Your Grapeline host will provide your ticket and souvenir glass. Just be ready to be at your departure location at the designated time. Tour hours are approx. 10:15am - 4:45pm. Visit https://gogrape.com/temecula/booking/2024-02-03/ to purchase your tickets / shuttle service for Saturday and visit https://gogrape.com/temecula/booking/2024-02-04/0/guests/ to purchase your tickets / shuttle service for Sunday.  Shuttle only reservations are also available on both links for $79 if you already have your barrel tasting ticket. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. Barrel Tasting tickets are non-refundable.

What happens when top local chefs combine forces with high school culinary arts students to benefit a worthy cause? After a four-year hiatus, Temecula’s popular Battle of the Burgers returns to Pechanga Resort Casino on Saturday, January 20, 2024, from noon to 3 p.m. Now in its fourth year, the friendly competition gives local restaurants a chance to tout the title of “Best Burger” in the Temecula Valley. https://www.visittemeculavalley.com/articles/post/battle-of-the-burgers-returns-to-temecula-valley/ Tickets are available at: https://gofan.co/event/1302430?schoolId=CA8056 The event is a collaborative effort between Visit Temecula Valley, Pechanga Resort Casino, and the Temecula Valley Unified School District (TVUSD). All funds benefit the Temecula Valley Unified School District Career Technical Education (CTE) Culinary Arts Program, which engages students in hands-on, interactive, work-based learning to help prepare them for high-skill, high-wage, and in-demand careers.   “The Battle of the Burgers is not only incredibly fun, but it also helps our local school district cultivate a new generation of chefs,” said Scott Wilson, President/CEO of Visit Temecula Valley. “As Temecula tourism continues to grow, there is a strong need for chefs and hospitality workers. Our school district is on the forefront of a movement to increase work-based learning programs for high school students, which is great for local businesses and tourism.”  With an afternoon full of unique and tasty samplings, nearly a dozen Temecula Valley restaurants are expected to participate. An esteemed panel of judges will put their taste buds to the test and select the top three winners. They include:  San Diego Union-Tribune – Pam Kragen, Chief Dining, Arts & Entertainment Editor Temecula Foodies – Priscilla Tapia, Founder Temecula Patch – Ashley Ludwig, Southern California Editor  Executive Chef – Andre Pinto, Pechanga Resort Casino Since a burger without fries is like a day without sunshine, high school culinary arts students will partner with executive chefs from Pechanga Resort Casino and develop unique “Loaded Fries” recipes. Chef-student teams will compete for both “Judges Choice” and “People’s Choice” awards. The “Loaded Fries” competition offers culinary students a unique opportunity to engage with a professional chef. “Pechanga has a long history of giving back to the community,” said Andre Pinto, Executive Chef of Pechanga Resort Casino. “The Battle of the Burgers brings giving back to another level where working chefs can impart their knowledge and skills on the next generation entering the culinary world. The event is as great for the students as it is for our chefs. Both gain valuable insights and come away from the event with even more real-world knowhow.”   The last Battle of the Burgers competition, which was held before the start of the pandemic in 2019, sold out with 400 hungry guests in attendance. Tickets for the January 2024 event are expected to sell quickly. 

When the temperature drops, Temecula fills up with holiday spirit. Temecula Chilled features three distinct neighborhoods, Wine Country, Old Town and Pechanga Resort Casino; each celebrating its holiday traditions in a unique way.  With its rolling hills, beautiful vineyards, and historic charm, Temecula Valley has become an established destination for wine lovers, foodies, and travelers looking for new experiences and adventures. This holiday season, Temecula visitors can enjoy a variety of curated activities, festivals, ice skating, sleigh rides, and live performances. Shoppers looking for the perfect gift will find a treasure trove of unique and one-of-a-kind items. After a full day of tasting, toasting, and celebration, get the full treatment at one of our local inns and resorts. Shop Old Town Temecula among the festive lights and decor, dine al fresco, and enjoy outdoor recreation like hiking, horseback riding, golfing, and hot air ballooning. https://www.visittemeculavalley.com/temecula-chilled/

Celebrate December 1st-31st all around Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country with special Chilled-inspired menus. This is a perfect way to kick off the holidays and get a taste of Temecula Valley's emerging culinary scene. From special cocktails to delightful desserts, you will be sure to find something unique that you love this season. Season's Eatings begins December 1! https://www.visittemeculavalley.com/temecula-chilled/things-to-do/chilled-menu-items/ Get a user-friendly Digital Pass to start tasting Season's Eatings, collect points, and redeem your points for "chilled" prizes! https://www.visittemeculavalley.com/explore-temecula/  

Temecula Valley CraftHop November 10-12, 2023  https://www.visittemeculavalley.com/crafthop/ Enjoy signature drinks from our local breweries & meaderies, and collect a logo at each stop along the way. Temecula Valley is a destination that celebrates the makers of the community as much as their products and invites you to interact with them and their craft. No tickets are required for this self-guided tour!  1) Visit any or all of the participating locations and mention you would like to try their CraftHop special. While all locations are offering a signature drink as their item, some may also include a food item as well. 2) You will receive a CraftHop glass with that location's logo with your purchase. Experience all the participating location specials to collect all glasses. Hours vary by location. Please click on the logos below to link to each location's website or social media channel.  3) Share your experience with us on social media! Tag @visittemecula and each location in your posts and stories to be featured on the weekend of Nov 10th-12th! Use our CraftHop Giphy animation in your stories. Just search for "crafthop" when searching for a sticker #visittemecula #liveglassfull 

Pechanga’s first-ever Tacos and Tequila food festival will kick off on Saturday, September 16 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. The one-day event is filled with an afternoon of sampling gourmet tacos crafted by Pechanga’s acclaimed chefs, sipping on some of the best names in tequila and mezcal, a silent auction, and live entertainment. Four Ticket Levels are available: VIP – $150 and includes early entry at 11 a.m., a souvenir glass, unlimited sampling of gourmet tacos, assorted desserts, countless variety of tequila and mezcals, and a chance to speak with distillers, chefs, and bid on silent auction items before general admission attendees, plus live music.   Designated Driver VIP – $125 and allows early entry at 11 a.m., sampling of freshly made tacos and other bites, desserts, and bidding on silent auction items before general admission attendees, and enjoyment of live music   General Admission – $100 includes entry at 1 p.m., unlimited samplings of gourmet tacos, assorted desserts, a veritable variety of tequilas and other spirits, a chance to speak with distillers, chefs, and bid on silent auction items, as well as enjoy live music.   Designated Driver – $75 includes a sampling of the best tacos that Pechanga’s AAA Four Diamond chefs can craft, delectable dessert items, live music and bidding on silent auction items such as designer handbags, vacation packages, and more.