Get an all-access pass to SLO CAL Harvest Season—and enjoy the wine, too
Sure, you've heard a lot about SLO CAL's award-winning wine regions. But have you ever ventured behind the scenes to see what it takes to really make an award-winning bottle of Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon or Edna Valley Chardonnay?
Lift the curtain this harvest season—which runs roughly from September through November—and enter a passionate and exhilarating world of flavor, texture and color. Here, vineyard workers race against time to preserve the perfect balance of acid and sugar; whole clusters of grapes are crushed and de-stemmed in the heart of the afternoon; and young barrels are opened early so that the winemaking professionals (and the rest of us) can get a fresh taste of what the next vintage will bring.
With hundreds of unique behind-the-scenes wine events kicking off throughout the energetic and exciting SLO CAL harvest season, you're never far from your next sip. Taste the whole picture along with us:
Can't Miss Events
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Harvest Wine Month in Paso Wine Country
October 1 - 31, 2026
The entire month of October is Harvest Wine Month in Paso Robles Wine Country. The month-long celebration will feature individual experiences at area wineries, including specialty tours, winemaker dinners, grape stomps, extended tasting room hours, music events and more.
SLO Coast Wine Social
October 24, 2026
Taste the best of the best SLO Coast wines at the annual Harvest on the Coast. Throughout the weekend celebration, you’ll find exclusive harvest-themed experiences including exclusive tastes, pairings, music and more. Craft your perfect itinerary by exploring each wineries unique events.
Garagiste Wine Festival in Paso Robles
November 6-7, 2026
Try some of the best wines from hard-to-find, ultra-premium micro wineries from SLO CAL and all over California at the Garagiste Wine Festival. Here you will find the winemakers and owners pouring the wines themselves to get an intimate, educational experience trying SLO CAL wines and beyond.
Harvest Feasts & Winemaker Dinners
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Sensorio: Winemaker Dinners
September 23, 2026: Featuring Daou Wines
October 14, 2026: Featuring Justin Wines
6:00‑9:00 p.m.
$210
Enjoy an intimate evening of wine, food and art at Sensorio, surrounded by its stunning illuminated landscape. The evening features a four-course meal paired with wines from DAOU Vineyards and JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery, creating a memorable experience where culinary delights and local wine come together.
ONX Estate Vineyard: Harvest Fest & Grape Stomp
September 25-26, 2026
$140
Get ready for a wine-filled weekend with ONX Wines for their annual Harvest Experience Weekend! Friday consists of an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Harvest from the production side – with a tour of their Production area, and concludes with a delightful spread of charcuterie paired with ONX Wines. Saturday morning head over to the vineyard for a hands-on harvest experience. You will earn how to harvest grapes like a pro, stomp grapes and get a feel for the traditional winemaking process. Afterward, enjoy a continental brunch and some ONX wines. Whether you’re a seasoned wine aficionado or just starting to explore the world of wine, this weekend is sure to be a delight for all.
Cass Winery: A Winemaker’s Dude Ranch
September 29 - October 1, 2026
October 13 - October 15, 2026
Experience life on the vineyard and all the excitement that surrounds wine harvest. Enjoy three days of elegant winemaker dinners and luxurious appointments at the Geneseo Inn with the fun of rising in the morning to pick heavy clusters of grapes. Join Cass Winery in the process that they love, as they move from picking to stomping to blending! This retreat will provide the knowledge and experience to become a home winemaker.
Summerwood Winery: Harvest Winemaker Dinner
October 3, 2026
5 p.m.
$125
Celebrate the flavors of harvest season with an unforgettable evening on the lawn at SummerWood Inn. Set beneath the Paso Robles sky, the evening features delicious appetizers, a family-style dinner and thoughtfully paired SummerWood wines, all accompanied by live music.
Booker Wines: Progressive Harvest Party
October 6, 2026
5 – 8 p.m.
$150 per ticket
Enjoy a culinary adventure at Booker Wines as you progress through all of the unique spaces in the tasting room. Take in chef-prepared bites paired with Booker finest wine and expect some surprises along the way!
Adelaida Vineyards & Winery: Winemaker Dinner
October 16, 2026
5:30–9 p.m.
$225 pp | $175 Club
Celebrate harvest season at Adelaida’s annual Harvest Dinner at BL Brasserie in downtown Paso Robles. Enjoy estate-grown Adelaida wines paired with a thoughtfully crafted French-inspired menu by Chef Laurent Grangien for an evening of exceptional food, wine and conversation.
Opolo Vineyards: 2026 Harvest Fest Dinner & Grape Stomp
October 16-17, 2026
5 p.m.
$140 Members | $160 Non-members
Celebrate the start of harvest season at Opolo Vineyards with an afternoon filled with grape stomping, folk dancing, award-winning Opolo wines and an incredible spread of food served on the hilltop.
Enjoy a feast featuring oysters, whole roasted lamb, Sarma, chicken and all the fixings while taking in the beautiful Paso Robles landscape. This popular harvest celebration sells out every year, so be sure to reserve your tickets and join the festivities!
Cass Winery: Grape Stomp & Paella
October 17, 2026
11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
$82.50
Celebrate harvest festival at Cass Winery with paella and a grape stomp. Ticket includes the live-fire paella and a glass of wine or sangria. Additional wine will be available for purchase. While you’re there, kick off your shoes and stomp some grapes to get the full harvest experience.
Eberle Winery: Harvest Sunset Supper
October 17, 2026
6:30 p.m.
$150
Celebrate the 2026 wine harvest with Eberle Winery. Enjoy delicious dinner by Auten Boys BBQ, while taking in the stunning sunset over their vineyard deck. The evening will feature live music by Rolf Gehrung and includes their acclaimed Eberle wine. Secure your tickets now for an unforgettable experience.
Tasting Opportunities & Deals
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Hope Family Wines: The Final Pour, Twilight Tasting
October 15, 2026
5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Fall flavors come to life at Hope Family Wines during this cozy Twilight Tasting experience. Savor award-winning BBQ off the grill from Stephanie, perfectly paired with Hope Family Wines’ Fall Release wines for an enjoyable evening.
Summerwood Winery: Harvest Paint & Sip
October 18, 2026
1 - 3 p.m.
$63
Join this harvest themed sip and paint workshop hosted by ArtSocial 805. Taste Summerwood wine while creating your own masterpiece.
Ancient Peaks Winery: Happy Hour & Live Music
Second Friday of each month
5:30 - 7 p.m.
Ancient Peaks invites you to Happy Hour on the second Friday of each month, February through November. Enjoy extended evening hours until 7 p.m., with special by-the-glass wines and Happy Hour Café offerings. It’s the perfect way to unwind with great wine, delicious bites and a relaxed atmosphere.
Vineyard & Winery Tours
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Robert Hall Winery: Grape to Glass Excursion
Every Thursday – Monday | 1.5 – 2 hour immersive experience
10 a.m.
$55 per person
Embark on a guided journey through the wine-making process at Robert Hall Winery. Enjoy wine tasting along the way as you travel from vine to bottle, including a seasonal flight of wines featuring the award-winning Cavern Select collection.
Vitner & Vines Tour & Tasting Experience
Every Saturday Morning
Starting at $75 per ticket
Deep in the willow creek district of Paso Robles, discover distinctive Italian wines unique to Pelletiere Estate by walking with their vintner, Janis Denner, as she explains the process involved in making limited production Italian-style wines. Learn about the heritage of Italian grape growing and origins of Pelletiere Estate's rare Italian varieties, compare old world and new world approaches to winemaking, and discuss Paso Robles' unique micro-climate. The tour is followed by a guided tasting of their exceptional wines.
Villa Creek: A Higher Place Tasting at the MAHA
Every Monday, Friday and Saturday
10 a.m.
$150 plus fees
This unique opportunity is comprised of a tour of Villa Creek's Biodynamic, Organic and Regenerative Organic Certified® MAHA Estate, with a tasting of the current vintage at the top of the MAHA, followed by a library selection in the tasting room, and a barrel tasting in the cellar. This is an all encompassing experience that allows you to get the full feel of what they do at the MAHA.
Vanagon Wine Tours: Retro Wine Tours
Availability varies
$395
Explore Paso Robles wine country in style with Vanagon Wine Tours. Cruise through the vineyards in a vintage Volkswagen Vanagon, stopping at three to four handpicked wineries tailored to your tastes. With a local guide, scenic stops and lunch along the way, all you have to do is sit back, relax and enjoy the ride.
More Wine Harvest Experiences
Harvest in SLO CAL is filled with great wines, vistas and harvest experiences that celebrate the season around every vineyard. And we just scratched the surface. For more events during wine harvest, be sure to keep up with the SLO CAL event calendar (more events area always being added). And with all the excitement, don't forge that traditional tasting experiences and rooms are open throughout harvest too!
