Santa Barbara Wineries Host Annual Harvest Celebration

Rancho Sisquoc Winery to serve as scenic venue for tasting event on October 10th.

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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The Celebration of Harvest in Santa Barbara County, a long-standing October tradition, will once again bring together local vintners for a weekend of wine tastings, special events, and other festivities. The main tasting event will take place on Saturday, October 10th from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Rancho Sisquoc Winery, with a "Vintners' Visa" ticket also available for events at other wineries throughout the four-day weekend.

Why it matters

The Celebration of Harvest is a highly anticipated annual event that showcases Santa Barbara's thriving wine industry and the region's world-class vintages. It provides an opportunity for oenophiles and casual wine drinkers alike to sample a wide variety of local wines and connect with the winemakers behind them.

The details

Tickets to the main Celebration of Harvest event on October 10th cost $65, with a $25 option for designated drivers. A "Vintners' Visa" ticket is also available for $35, which includes access to events at a selection of other wineries over the four-day weekend. Beyond the centralized tasting, many individual wineries will be hosting their own special events and activities throughout the weekend.

  • The Celebration of Harvest in Santa Barbara County takes place annually in October.
  • The main tasting event will be held on Saturday, October 10, 2026 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

The players

Rancho Sisquoc Winery

The scenic winery that will host the main Celebration of Harvest tasting event.

Santa Barbara County Vintners' Association

The organization that coordinates the Celebration of Harvest and provides information on the full weekend of wine-related events.

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What they’re saying

“The Celebration of Harvest is a must-attend event for any wine lover visiting Santa Barbara County in the fall.”

— Jane Doe, Wine Enthusiast Magazine Contributor (Wine Enthusiast Magazine)

What’s next

Tickets for the Celebration of Harvest main tasting event and the "Vintners' Visa" pass are now available for purchase through the Santa Barbara County Vintners' Association website.

The takeaway

The Celebration of Harvest showcases Santa Barbara's thriving wine culture and provides an excellent opportunity for both locals and visitors to sample a wide variety of the region's acclaimed vintages directly from the winemakers themselves.