Woodland Winefest

Woodland Winefest is an annual grand tasting fundraiser held each spring in Woodland, California — with the 2026 edition marking the event's 10th anniversary. Scheduled for Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 2:30 to 5 PM, the festival takes place at Heritage Plaza. A VIP ticket option is available, granting early entry beginning at 2 PM. All proceeds benefit Soroptimist International of Woodland, a nonprofit that funds scholarships, education awards, and community programs for women and girls.

Woodland Winefest is organized by Soroptimist International of Woodland, a club chartered in 1946 and one of the oldest Soroptimist chapters in Yolo County. The tasting format spans local wines alongside honey, olive oil, craft beer, cheese, and chocolate — making it one of the more varied producer lineups found at a community-scale festival. Works by local artists are also available for purchase during the event, adding a marketplace dimension to the afternoon. The 10th anniversary milestone in 2026 signals a decade of consistent community fundraising tied directly to women's education and economic empowerment programs.

General admission entry begins at 2:30 PM, while VIP ticket holders gain access at 2 PM — a 30-minute head start that provides more time with vendors before the main crowd arrives. The event runs approximately 2.5 hours in total. Ticket pricing had not been publicly confirmed at time of publication; prospective attendees should check the official website or follow the organizer's Facebook and Instagram accounts for ticket release announcements, as early access is offered to social media followers. Sponsorship opportunities at multiple tiers are available for businesses wishing to support the event.

Woodland sits in Yolo County, adjacent to the Sacramento Valley wine region, where warm days and cool delta breezes support a range of varieties including Tempranillo, Syrah, and Viognier. The festival's focus on locally sourced wines reflects the agricultural identity of the region. For attendees new to the area's wine scene, Woodland Winefest offers a low-pressure, community-oriented setting to sample regional producers while supporting a cause with documented local impact.