Sipping Into Summer at the Newport Beach Wine & Spirits Festival 2026

Memorial Day Weekend in Newport Beach is about to become even more unforgettable as the Newport Beach Wine & Spirits Festival returns to the stunning waterfront setting of Balboa Bay Resort on May 22 and 23, 2026. Bringing together exceptional wines, premium spirits, elevated culinary experiences, and the effortless sophistication of coastal California living, the highly anticipated festival promises a weekend filled with luxury, flavor, and celebration.

Overlooking the sparkling Newport Harbor, the festival captures everything guests love about Southern California lifestyle culture. From sun-drenched waterfront tastings to intimate culinary moments and lively social gatherings, the experience is designed for those who appreciate refined hospitality and world-class entertainment in an elegant coastal setting.

The weekend begins Friday evening with an exclusive JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery Winemaker Dinner. Guests will enjoy a beautifully curated multi-course dining experience paired with exceptional wines while engaging in conversation with Certified Sommelier and Director of Education for JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery, Jason Santos. The intimate evening sets the tone for a weekend centered around craftsmanship, storytelling, and elevated experiences.

Saturday’s Wine & Spirits Festival Grand Tasting brings the waterfront to life with a vibrant showcase of premium wines, craft spirits, culinary offerings, entertainment, and immersive brand activations. Guests can stroll through thoughtfully curated tasting experiences while enjoying breathtaking harbor views, live entertainment, and the signature warmth and hospitality for which Balboa Bay Resort is known.

Unlike larger festivals, the Newport Beach Wine & Spirits Festival embraces a boutique-style atmosphere that allows guests to connect more intimately with brands, winemakers, distillers, and culinary partners. The carefully curated setting creates an experience that feels both luxurious and welcoming, making it one of the most anticipated lifestyle events of the season.

This year’s festival is proudly supported by an impressive collection of celebrated wine, spirits, hospitality, and culinary partners including S.Pellegrino, Acqua Panna, Aperol, Aperture Cellars, Beluga Vodka, Belvedere Vodka, Bianchi Winery, Bulleit Bourbon, Campari, Casamigos Tequila, CHANDON, Chandon Garden Spritz, Código 1530 Tequila, Cointreau, Comisario Tequila, Cynar, DAOU Vineyards, Maestro Dobel Tequila, Don Julio, Dulce Vida Tequila, Estaca Wines, Ferrigno Vineyards, Foppiano Vineyards, Golden Eagle Vodka, Goldschmidt Vineyards, Half Shell Vodka, Hennessy, Howler Head Whiskey, Infinium Spirits, Johnnie Walker, JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery, Ketel One Vodka, LALO Tequila, Martin Ray Vineyards, Mount Gay Rum, Newport Charcuterie, Penelope Bourbon, Perrier-Jouët Champagne, Rémy Martin, Sainte Marguerite en Provence, Tanqueray Gin, Tears of Llorona Tequila, Templeton Rye Whiskey, Tequila Corralejo, Treasury Wine Estates, Whispering Angel Rosé, Zaya Rum, and many more premium lifestyle and beverage brands helping bring this waterfront celebration to life.

The festival also gives back to the local community, with proceeds benefiting the Balboa Bay Club Scholarship Fund, supporting exceptional graduating students within the Newport-Mesa Unified School District.

Balboa Bay Club Members receive special pricing.

Please call 949.630.4801 or email reservations@balboabayresort.com with your

Member information to reserve tickets.

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