The La Jolla Art & Wine Festival Is Back On The Streets Of La Jolla This Weekend
After a year in quarantine, the highly regarded and free La Jolla Art & Wine Festival has announced that it’s making its way back to the scenic streets of La Jolla with even more prestigious art, international wine, craft beer, and family fun on Saturday, October 9 and Sunday, October 10.
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The curated and juried collection of artists showcases the incredible talent of today’s top creators in a variety of mediums, including painting, sculpture, jewelry design, fine glass, ceramics, woodwork, mixed media, and photography.
But it’s also a wine festival, showcasing some of the world’s finest libations!
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Something for everyone
But don’t worry – you don’t need to be an art aficionado to enjoy this showcase – nor a sommelier to appreciate the variety of award-winning international wines!
There is truly something for everyone to enjoy, including over 150 juried artists from around the globe, 3D chalk art displays, interactive art murals, non-stop live music, family art center, roving entertainment, gourmet food court, and a wine, craft beer, and spirits garden featuring local brews, distilleries, and global wineries.
The iconic wine and beer garden features over 40 wineries, craft breweries, and distilleries, offering a variety of regional and international flavors.
Even pets are allowed, so bring your four-legged friends!
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Inspire your inner artist
The La Jolla Art & Wine Festival also invites you to explore your inner artist through hands-on, imaginative activities! The Family Art Center features interactive demos, science experiments, and arts and crafts for all ages. Paint on a car, learn about 3-D printing or the latest in robotics—the ingenuity is endless, and the fun is abundant in this free activity center!
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New this year
The Fully Expressed Foundation, a non-profit that provides workspaces and business planning to emerging artists, will host a fundraising event in the wine and beer garden. They’ll spotlight two musical acts with drinks and food available for attendees. Tickets can be purchased in advance and for sale outside of the wine and beer garden before the event starts.
All profits raised at the La Jolla Art & Wine Festival benefit underfunded programs such as art, music, science, physical education, technology, and on-site medical care at the five La Jolla public elementary, middle, and high schools.
For more information visit here or call 619.233.5008.
See you there….and stay healthy, San Diego!
