Loosen your belt, wine lovers—because 2025 is about to get delicious.—scratch that, walk steadily and hydrate, wine lovers—because Provino Baja California is rolling out the cork carpet in 2025, and the lineup is juicier than a sun-ripened grape in Valle de Guadalupe. Under the charmingly serious theme of “Terruño, Identidad y Vocación” (which basically means “This land was made for wine and we’ve got the talent to prove it”), this year’s events promise to be a delicious mix of vino, seafood, culture, and just enough fancy to remind you to iron your linen shirt.
Let’s take a tipsy stroll through the year, shall we?
IX Salón del Vino
- 📍 Hotel Coral & Marina
- 📅 April 11
- 🎟️ Invitation only (aka, bring your wine biz card)
This is Provino’s version of a job fair—but for wine. No crowds, no “try this and smile awkwardly,” just serious sniffing, swirling, and schmoozing between 70 Baja wineries and buyers from Mexico and SoCal. You can’t buy your way in, so unless you’re a distributor or food & beverage exec, you might have to settle for sipping in the parking lot. (Kidding. Sort of.)
V Mesas Marinas
- 📍 Andador Cultural UABC, Sauzal
- 📅 April 12 | 2:00 PM
- 🎟️ 3,500 pesos (but it’s a steal, really)
Imagine this: 15 tables, 20 lucky guests per table, and a dream team of chef + winemaker + shellfish whisperer serving you a four-course feast by the sea. We’re talking abalone, oysters, mussels, and other seafood you can’t pronounce but will gladly eat. Pair that with Baja’s finest whites and bubbly, and you’ve got yourself an unforgettable afternoon—just try not to lick the plate.
XXV Festival de las Conchas y el Vino Nuevo
- 📍 Hotel Coral & Marina
- 📅 April 13 | 12:00 PM–7:00 PM
- 🎟️ 1,400 pesos
- 🚫 No kids, no pets. Just grown-up fun.
This is the big one, folks. The Conchas Festival is turning 25, and like any quarter-life celebration, it’s going all out. 80 wineries, 50+ restaurants, and over 160 new wine labels await you, from fresh whites to effervescent Pét-Nats. There’s also a shellfish pavilion (try saying that after a few tastings), live cooking demos, a mollusk cook-off, and the now-iconic “marina island” with seafood rice and noodles flying off the burners. Wear stretchy pants. Trust us.
VIII Conferencias en Flor
- 📍 Auditorio CEVIT, CETYS Universidad
- 📅 June 13 | 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
- 🎟️ Free (just register and pretend you’re a responsible adult)
For those who like to learn while they sip, this one’s for you. Experts will dive into sustainable farming, water conservation, and vineyard science. It’s like TED Talks for people who know the difference between Tempranillo and Nebbiolo.
XIX Fiesta de los Viñedos en Flor
- 📍 Somewhere green and magical
- 📅 June 14 | 12:00 PM–7:00 PM
- 🎟️ 950 pesos | Kids under 18 get in free (finally!)
This is the rare Provino event that lets you bring the whole family—and for a good cause, too. All the proceeds support local vulnerable communities, and everyone donates their time and products. Expect wine (of course), a country market, kid-friendly zones, an art auction with paintings made on-site, and even traditional Kumiai cuisine. Bonus: your kids might finally understand why you love Baja wine so much.
Inauguración XXXV Fiestas de la Vendimia
- 📍 Hotel Coral & Marina
- 📅 July 30
- 🎟️ Invitation only—again with the exclusivity!
This is where the wine party season officially begins. If you know someone, now’s the time to cash in that favor.
XXXV Muestra del Vino
- 📍 Centro Cultural Riviera del Pacífico
- 📅 August 1 | 7:00 PM
- 🎟 1,200 pesos
The OG wine tasting event that launched the Fiestas de la Vendimia decades ago is still going strong. With 84 wineries, 160+ wines, and the people who made them pouring directly into your glass, it’s like Baja’s answer to Comic-Con—but instead of capes and comics, it’s corks and canapés.
XXXV Concurso de Paellas
- 📍 Viña de Liceaga
- 📅 August 17 | 12:00 PM–7:00 PM
- 🎟️ 1,450 pesos | Kids under 12 get in free (but keep Fido at home)
We’re closing out Vendimia season with a bang—and a whole lot of saffron. This beloved event is peak Ensenada summer tradition, where 80+ teams battle it out to cook the ultimate paella while 84 wineries pour over 160 wine labels. It’s rustic elegance under 120-year-old oak trees with a whole lot of rice and rhythm. Come hungry, leave happy (and probably a little sun-kissed).
IV Festival Vino Sin Fronteras
- 📍 Tijuana, B.C.
- 📅 October 11
- 🎟️ 1,500 pesos | Adults only, sorry fur babies
This cross-border celebration brings together 40 wineries and 100+ wines, plus restaurants from all over Baja. Expect a musical lineup that spotlights local talent and a guest wine region that keeps things fresh. It’s all about wine, unity, and a little international flair—because why limit your palate to one side of the border?
III Velada Cultural del Día de Muertos: Noche de Ofrendas
- 📍 Sala de Tintos, Bodegas de Santo Tomás
- 📅 November 1 | 7:00 PM–12:00 AM
- 🎟️ 1,200 pesos | Adults only
This isn’t your average Day of the Dead gig. It’s a cultural deep dive into the afterlife with wine—100+ Baja labels, traditional Mexican food, mariachi, ballet folklórico, and live music. Come dressed to impress your ancestors (think catrina chic) and dance the night away surrounded by altars and ofrendas.
Tarde de Ofrendas
- 📍 Plaza Santo Tomás, Ensenada
- 📅 November 2 | 2:00 PM–7:00 PM
- 🎟️ Free | Family-friendly
A lighter, more casual follow-up to the previous night’s festivities. Expect a kermés-style afternoon with altar contests, food stalls, live performances, and of course—more wine. It’s the perfect setting to bring the whole family and honor tradition with a Baja twist.
Wanna go? Check out provinobc.mx/eventos for tickets and details.
