FAQs

It is an annual wine tasting, food sampling, and shopping event held in historic downtown Truckee, California. The event began in 2004 and has grown into one of the town's signature fall traditions.

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The event takes place Saturday, October 3, 2026, from noon to 4 p.m.

The event takes place across historic downtown Truckee. Check-in is available at the Truckee, California, Welcome Center and Train Depot or at the Old Lumber Yard.

See check-in details and event tips on the About page

General Admission tickets are $75 in advance ($85 day of) and include a commemorative wine glass for tasting at 25+ locations, unlimited food sampling while supplies last, and an event program and map.

Prosecco & Pastries tickets are $100 in advance and include a VIP pre-event tasting hour plus a General Admission ticket.

Designated Driver tickets are $30 in advance and include non-alcoholic drink options and food sampling.

Full ticket details are on the Tickets page

Advance tickets can be purchased online or in person at the Truckee, California, Welcome Center, The Pour House or Bluestone Jewelry & Wine in downtown Truckee, or in person on the day of the event next to the Downtown Truckee Train Depot.

Buy tickets now via Eventbrite

Or visit the Tickets page

More than 25 downtown venues take part each year, each pouring a different wine and, in many cases, serving a food sample as well.

See the full venue list on the Participants page

Sponsorship packages range from Vintner's Reserve to Premier Event Sponsor and include benefits such as logo placement, event tickets, and mentions in press and advertising.

View sponsorship packages on the Sponsorship page

Or fill out the Sponsorship form

Volunteers are needed for set up, registration, floating, patrolling, wine pouring, and food serving. Volunteers work one shift and can enjoy the rest of the event for free.

Sign up on the Volunteer page

Proceeds benefit Tahoe Food Hub, a non-profit that supports regenerative farming and increases access to local food for Truckee, North Lake Tahoe, and Reno through its Giving Box program.

Learn more on the Non-Profit Beneficiary page

Parking is available in any of the downtown metered locations. Please review the downtown parking map on the Town of Truckee Website. 

Yes. TART Connect offers a free, on-demand shuttle to and from the event, including service from Kings Beach, Tahoe City, and North Lake Tahoe.

View the shuttle schedule at tahoetruckeetransit.com

See more transportation tips on the About page

Check-in is at two convenient locations in downtown Truckee: the west parking lot of the Truckee California Welcome Center and Train Depot, or the Old Lumber Yard. Digital check-in is available at both.

Yes. Every ticket includes an event program and map showing all participating venues, so you can plan your route for wine, food, and shopping stops. An updated map will be linked here as we get closer to the event. 

Please use the form on the Contact page

Attendees must be 21 to taste wine. Those under 21 may purchase a Designated Driver ticket to sample food and non-alcoholic beverages.

This is a rain-or-shine event. Tickets will not be refunded due to weather.

Truckee is a very dog-friendly town and while they are allowed on the street, they are not allowed in shops and restaurants where the tastings occur. The event also brings 800+ people to town so the sidewalks can be busy. Use your best judgement as to whether your pet will enjoy being in crowds.