Shea GuntherMaher
Sacramento’s most popular wine tasting event is back in 2016 as Grape Escape returns to Cesar Chavez Plaza Saturday, June 4.
The weekend begins with winemakers’ dinners at some of Sacramento’s most famous restaurants and wraps up with a farm-to-fork Sunday brunch on 13th Street between K and L streets with excellent food, Bloody Marys and more.
Save Mart Grape Escape
Photo courtesy of Octavio Valencia, Sacramento CVB
More than 60 regional wineries along with regional favorites such as Sierra Nevada and Hot Italian, culinary entertainment, live music and much more.
Time: 4-7 p.m.
Date: Saturday, June 4
Location: Cesar Chavez Plaza, 900 I Street
Tickets: Purchase online or at Sacramento-area Save Mart Supermarkets
Parking: Street parking is available, along with several garages and lots around Cesar Chavez Plaza
Stay: All attendees are asked to enjoy the day responsibly, and hotel specials not only provide close sleeping, but make a perfect vacation stay to kick off summer.
Farm-to-Fork Sunday Brunch
Photo courtesy of Octavio Valencia, Sacramento CVB
Sample a farm-to-fork feast and bottomless mimosas from Four Diamond Dawson’s at the Hyatt Regency, served outdoors in The Kay district in downtown Sacramento.
Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Date: June 5, 2016
Location: 13th Street between K and L streets.
Tickets: Purchase online or at Sacramento-area Save Mart Supermarkets
Parking: Street parking is free on Sundays, and ample garages and parking lots are located nearby.
Stay: Don’t stress about getting downtown in the morning — stay at one of the nearby hotels with these specials and stroll to the brunch at your leisure.
Winemakers’ Dinner
Photo courtesy of Octavio Valencia, Sacramento CVB
Sample exclusive wine pairing menus at some of the region’s most exciting eateries and meet the winemakers who are putting Sacramento’s wine country on the map. Note that tickets are not needed to enjoy the dinners. Pricing varies per participating restaurant.
Time: 5 p.m.
Date: June 3, 2016
Location: Various restaurants. Click here for full list.
Tickets: None required.
Parking: Most Sacramento street parking is free after 6 p.m.
Stay: Spend the night after enjoying dinner with these hotel specials and continue the celebration with Grape Escape the following day.