Festival weekend planner
Paso Wine Fest — a 3-day weekend in Paso Robles
15–17 May. Paso Robles, United States. 30 min from the airport.
The weekend, day by day
- Day 1
Arrive in Paso Robles
Land at San Luis Obispo County Regional (SBP), settle in and walk the old town in the afternoon. Light dinner near your accommodation — save your appetite for the festival day.
- Day 2
Paso Wine Fest
Festival day — arrive early to avoid the lunchtime crowd. Pace yourself across the tastings and break for a long lunch mid-afternoon.
- Day 3
Wine country day in Paso Robles
Use the third day for a single winery visit (booked ahead) and a long lunch before heading home.
Where to stay
- Hotels in Paso Robles
Live availability around the festival dates. Festival hotels book out 6+ months ahead, so check early.
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Where to eat
Thomas Hill Organics
$$$Downtown Paso Robles farm-to-fork restaurant with local wine list and seasonal California cuisine
Must try: Oak-smoked barbecue
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- Nearest airport
- San Luis Obispo County Regional (SBP)
- Festival site
- Visit official site
Insider tip
The Paired Paso dinner on Friday is an intimate winemaker experience that sells out first. Book accommodation in downtown Paso Robles — it transforms into a walkable wine hub during festival weekend.
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