The Ojai Wine Festival, set against the picturesque backdrop of Lake Casitas, is a distinguished event for Southern California’s tasting scene. Featuring an impressive lineup of wineries, breweries, and spirits companies, along with engaging activities such as silent auctions, live music and dancing along with a gourmet food vendor & artisan market, it promises an unforgettable experience for all attendees. We cordially invite you to attend this year’s 37th Ojai Wine Festival on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the beautiful Lake Casitas Recreation Area.  

The 37th Annual Ojai Wine Festival is the longest running wine festival in Ventura County. Overlooking scenic Lake Casitas in the Ojai Valley, The Ojai Wine Festival is an idyllic venue to taste award winning wines & amazing craft beers.

A bountiful selection of wineries, craft breweries, ciders, seltzers and fine spirits will be represented along with a tempting selection of gourmet food trucks selling delicious culinary cuisine. Drinking admission includes a keepsake crystal wine glass. Patrons can shop to their heart’s delight among the arts and crafts booths. Take a free ride on the Rotary Boat and experience the beauty of Lake Casitas Recreation Area. Bid on the Silent Wine Auction featuring fine wines, private tasting parties, VIP tours of wineries, artisan crafts and much more. Join the dance party on the lakeside dance floor and groove to music. Food and sealed non-alcoholic beverages are allowed.

Wineries

Wine connoisseurs can delight in tasting wines from over 30 award-winning wineries

Breweries

Beer lovers can enjoy a selection of 20 Premium Craft Beers, Ciders, and Microbrews

Entertainment

The Kerri Climer and Tara Jeffery Band

Get ready to relive the 70’s and 80’s! This high energy performance promises a nostalgic journey through your favorite pop hits of multiple decades. The band is a brainchild of local music luminaries Kerri Climer and Tara Jeffery. Joining will be Ojai‘s own multitalented artist JB White, whose soul full renditions are sure to captivate the audience.

Musicians

Expanding the star power, the lineup features some of Central Coast’s most accomplished musicians:

George Friedenthal, a Santa Barbara based keyboardist known for his dynamic performances and impeccable sound.

Randy Tico, a virtuoso bassist, celebrated for his rich, versatile, playing with jazz, pop, and world music artists.

Bill Severance, a drummer, whose precision and groove have made him a sought-after rhythm powerhouse, former drummer for Captain and Tenille.

Bill Flores, a master steel guitar, fiddle, and stringed instruments instrumentalist brings texture and flair to every song.

Maitland Ward, a vocalist and guitarist, whose charisma and range will bring the spirit of these decades alive.

John Adair, Ojai’s award winning multi-instrumental musician, composer and producer will play tenor saxophone and acoustic guitar.

Together this group of seasoned professionals will take you on an unforgettable ride through the era of disco, funk and soul leading to the era of neon, big hair, and timeless melodies. One thing is for sure, they will keep you d d d d d dancin yeah!

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