2025 Festival Events
Thursday, November 6 - Saturday, November 8, 2025
Thanks for another great year!
On the heels of another incredible Big Sur Food & Wine Festival weekend, we look back at 2025 in gratitude, forever humbled by the incredible talents and efforts of our wonderful community of guests, sponsors, donors, culinary talent, winemakers, and volunteers that make BSFW possible each year.
In 2026, we look forward to continuing our tradition of creating wonderful events that highlight culinary and winemaking talents from our region while continuing to be the largest fundraiser for the Big Sur community.
Check back for 2026 Big Sur Food & Wine Festival updates!
Past Events: Big Sur Food & Wine 2025
Corks & Forks
Photo by Austin Robertson
Sip, savor, and dance the night away at Corks and Forks, the Big Sur Food & Wine Festival weekend epic wrap party at the iconic Henry Miller Memorial Library. As the sun dips behind the redwoods, get ready for an evening of top-tier wines, delicious bites and nonstop vibes. With beats that keep you moving and ambiance infused with literary charm, this is where festival memories turn into legendary moments, all sealed with that last toast!
Shuttle to the Henry Miller Library is MANDATORY whether you take the shuttle from Carmel or the free roaming shuttle while in the Big Sur valley. There is NO PARKING at or near The Library. Pick up details from Carmel sent after purchase. Please purchase shuttle tickets separately.
Photo by Ben Evered
Photo by Ben Evered
Live Auction for Big Sur
At the heart of the festival is the call to action to support our community. Come help us do that while bidding on incredible auction lots.
Bubbles & Brushes in the Redwoods
Artfully crafted wines, lunch and painting lessons in the beautiful Redwoods at The Big Sur Lodge.
The Chieftess’ Table: Unearthing Our Divine Feminine
Big Sur Food and Wine Presents The Chieftess' Table: Unearthing our Divine Feminine with Christina Lonewolf and Isabel Escorcia.
Sommelier Dinner
Photo by Ben Evered
Join us for an exclusive, meticulously curated dinner experience led by our award-winning team of Sommeliers.
Uncork the magic! We’ll open library wines and hand-selected gems that tell a story to be perfectly paired with exquisite dishes crafted by our talented chefs. It’s not just a meal—it’s an odyssey for the palate.
Our sommeliers, renowned for their expertise, will guide you through this vinous voyage. Don’t miss out—raise your glass to an unforgettable dining experience and reserve your spot now. The Somm Dinner sells out quickly each year.
Convenient shuttles to and from Carmel are available for purchase separately. More details about the venue and participating chefs to come!
Photo by Ben Evered
Photo by Ben Evered
Sip & Saunter at Post Ranch
A stroll through the Chef’s Gardens of Post Ranch Inn celebrating this versatile varietal and chefs pairings to complement.
Opening Night at Alila Ventana Big Sur
Welcome to the kick-off event of the Big Sur Food & Wine Festival under the twinkling lights of the Alila Ventana terrace. We have much to share with you!
Magical Mystery Tour
Both Magical and Mysterious, the only thing you know about this tour is that you will love it

