Sip into Sake Bliss at San Diego’s 8th Annual Sake Festival

Get ready to raise your cups, San Diego! The 8th Annual San Diego SAKE Festival is coming to town, promising a day of pure sake indulgence. Whether you’re a seasoned sake sipper or a curious newcomer, this event is your passport to the rich world of Japan’s beloved brew.

San Diego Sake Festival

Sake Galore

Over 100 premium craft sake varieties await your taste buds. From crisp junmai to velvety nigori, you’ll find your new favorite sip. And the best part? It’s unlimited tasting, so you can explore to your heart’s content.

Meet the Masters

Rub elbows with sake brewers, brewery owners, and specialists. It’s like a sake masterclass, but way more fun. Got questions? They’ve got answers. Curious about the brewing process? Just ask!

Ceremony and Celebration

The “Kagami Biraki”—the traditional barrel opening ceremony—is a highlight not to be missed. It’s your chance to taste this year’s featured sake fresh from the source. And while you’re sipping, enjoy live performances by local artists that’ll keep the vibe as smooth as the sake.

San Diego Sake Club

VIP Treatment

For the ultimate sake experience, snag one of the 30 Exclusive VIP tickets. You’ll get early access, a private lounge, premium nigiri sushi pairings, and special sake tastings led by the pros. It’s sake luxury at its finest.

Nonbei Benefits

Not quite VIP but want a little extra? The Nonbei ticket gets you early entry, a snack bag of Japanese goodies, and access to the Nonbei lounge. It’s selling fast, so act quickly!

See you there!

This sake spectacle is happening on Saturday, October 5, 2024, at the JULEP Venue in San Diego. General admission kicks off at 3 PM, but early birds can start at 2 PM with Nonbei or VIP tickets.

Whether you’re a sake aficionado or just sake-curious, the San Diego SAKE Festival is your ticket to a day of Japanese brewing brilliance. Don’t forget to grab your festival original tasting cup—it’s the perfect souvenir for your sake adventure!

Click here to purchase tickets!

See you there, San Diego!

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    October 5, 2024 2:00 pm
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    October 5, 2024 6:00 pm
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    • Julep Venue
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    1735 Hancock Street, San Diego, CA 92101
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