On Saturday and Sunday, May 19th and 20th, 2018, the Livermore Wine County Downtown Street Fest is celebrating it\’s 27th annual celebration! This festival is a local favorite as well as an event that brings people in from all over the country. It\’s the biggest celebration of wine and craft beer on the East Bay!
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Livermore Wine County Downtown Street Fest – What to Expect
The Livermore Wine County Downtown Street Fest is one of our favorite events of the year. Over 150,000 people attend each year, making it one of the biggest celebrations around. Around 300 booths are set up in Downtown Livermore with everything from wine and beer tastings, art galleries, boutique shops, craft booths, restaurant tastings and more. There is so much to see and experience!
Livermore Wine County Downtown Street Fest – What to Bring with You
You do not need an ID to attend the event, but, you must have a valid picture ID for wine and beer tasting. Even though this street festival is primarily featuring wine and beer, it\’s still a family friendly atmosphere! If you\’re bringing along the family, be sure to check out the Family Fun Zone for games, rides, and inflatable fun. There\’s likely to even be a few happy four-legged friends accompanying their taller owners as they sample the tastings!
Livermore Wine County Downtown Street Fest – When the Fun Begins
Here\’s all the details you need to know! The festival is going to be in Downtown Livermore on First Street from P Street to Maple Street and on Second Street from N Street to K Street. On Saturday, May 19th, the hours will be from 10AM until 6PM. On Sunday, May 20th, the hours will be from 10AM-5PM. The beer and wine pouring will open an hour after opening each day and close an hour before closing.
There is a free parking garage available outside the event. You can also use BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit), our bus system or even a bike to get there! We also have many options for car services in Livermore. If you don\’t have a designated driver with your party, please be sure to take advantage of one of the many different options we have to get your group and everyone else on the road safely home after the festival.
Each person must have a ticket for each day of the event. A Saturday ticket will be void on Sunday. So, if you\’re making plans to attend the whole weekend, be sure to buy two tickets for each person in your group!
Livermore Wine County Downtown Street Fest – Where to Stay
There\’s no better place to return to after a fantastic day at the Livermore wine festival than the Purple Orchid Resort and Spa! Our luxurious suites are restful and filled with every amenity, leaving you with everything you need for a rejuvenating night\’s sleep. Wake up refreshed and ready to go with our incredible breakfast, then head to our spa for a relaxing massage or facial. Book your weekend getaway to the Livermore Downtown Street Fest today!