Full Guide for Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival 2026

Amanda Finn

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Full Guide for Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival 2026

The 2026 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival runs from March 6 through April 27, 2026. This full guide includes everything you need to know to make the most of your visit.

Festival Guide

The festival guide includes festival marketplace menus and details about culinary demonstrations, add-on experiences, attractions, and entertainment.

The festival guide includes festival marketplace menus and details about culinary demonstrations, add-on experiences, attractions, and entertainment.

Sip and Savor Pass

With a Sip and Savor Pass, guests get redeemable coupons for either four or eight dishes or non-alcoholic beverages at participating locations during the festival. The four-coupon pass is $32. The eight-coupon pass is $58.

With a Sip and Savor Pass, guests get redeemable coupons for either four or eight dishes or non-alcoholic beverages at participating locations during the festival. The four-coupon pass is $32. The eight-coupon pass is $58.

A complimentary Mickey-shaped plate is available with the purchase of a Sip and Savor Pass, while supplies last.

A complimentary Mickey-shaped plate is available with the purchase of a Sip and Savor Pass, while supplies last.

Festival Marketplaces

Festival food and beverage items are available at marketplaces and other dining locations throughout Disney California Adventure. There are also select items available at the Downtown Disney District.

Here is the list of festival marketplaces:

  • Peppers Cali-Ente – Snack on hot ‘n’ spicy fare with a Cali twist!
  • Golden Dreams – Tempt taste buds with well-seasoned eats and an invigorating cold brew.
  • LA Style – Feast on favorite Southland food-truck flavors.
  • Garlic Kissed – Stop by to savor mouthwatering dishes and specialty beverages.
  • California Craft Brews – Cheers to a round from California’s best local breweries.
  • Mercado de Antojos – Indulge your cravings with bold bites and beverages.
  • Uncork California – Sip vino by the glass or try a flight.
  • Cluck-a-Doodle-Moo – Sample succulent eats along with a refreshing beverage.  

Watch our video review of all NEW festival food and beverage items below. Or read our reviews of all new items and ALL menu items.

Merchandise

Festival merchandise includes apparel, accessories, and more.

A limited edition festival pin is available with a gift card, which has a $125 minimum to activate.

Entertainment and Activities

Live Music

Live bands perform on the Palisades Stage on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays at 3:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m., 5:30 p.m., and 6:30 p.m. Here is the lineup:

  • 9Zero (90s R&B)
  • Alpha Rhythm Kings (Swing)
    • April 10 & 24
  • Amanda Castro Band (Swing Jazz)
    • March 13 & 21
    • April 17
  • Cassie B (Country/Rock/Pop)
    • March 7
    • April 2 & 25
  • Got Rhythm! (Tap and Jazz)
    • March 14 & 20
  • Island Reggae Band (Reggae)
    • March 29 & April 4
  • Phat Cat Swinger (Swing)
    • March 22 & April 19
  • Suburban Legends (Ska)
    • April 18
  • The Tomasina Band (Rock ‘n’ Roll)
    • March 27
    • April 12 & 26
  • Tina Aldana Party Band (Party)

Acts play at the Paradise Garden Bandstand daily at 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m., 5 p.m., 6 p.m., and 7 p.m. Here is the lineup:

  • Denean’s Soul Foundation (R&B/Soul)
  • Eva and the Vagabond Tales (Vintage Jazz)
    • March 8, 12, and 28
    • April 5 & 24
  • Faultlines (Folk)
    • March 13, 15, and 19
    • April 16 & 26
  • Mariachi Alegria de Disneyland (Mariachi)
    • Mondays, Tuesdays & Wednesdays
  • Mel and Friends (Jazz)
    • March 20
    • April 9 & 17
  • Sabrina Lentini (Country)
    • March 14
    • April 2, 3, and 19
  • Taloha (Hawaiian)
    • March 6 & 22
    • April 11, 18, and 25
  • The Filharmonic (A Capella)

Cookin’ with the Jammin’ Chefs

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Jammin’ Chefs serve up tasty rhythms with pots and pans, accompanied by Clarabelle Cow, Daisy Duck, and Chip ‘n’ Dale. Performances are at 10:45 a.m., 11:45 a.m., 12:45 p.m., 2:45 p.m., 3:45 p.m., and 4:45 p.m. most days. The shows last approximately 15 minutes.

Watch our 2017 video of the Jammin’ Chefs:

Confection Purrfection with the SuperKitties

Aimed at little chefs ages 3 to 11, this show is on the Hollywood Backlot Stage in Hollywood Land. On Saturdays and Sundays, the shows take place at 1:30 and 2:30. But during the week on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, the shows take place at 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 4 p.m., and 5 p.m. There are no shows on Thursdays or Fridays.

Space is limited, so guests can sign up to participate about an hour before each show. Each presentation lasts about 15 minutes.

Watch our 2025 video of Confection Purrfection with the SuperKitties below:

Chef Goofy Meet and Greet

Chef Goofy meets in front of a kitchen set on the Hollywood Backlot in Hollywood Land. He meets throughout the day, but times are not posted.

Soarin’ Over California

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Soarin’ Over California returns temporarily for the length of the festival. During this time, Soarin’ Around the World is not available. The attraction has a 40″ height requirement.

Kids Crafts

In Hollywood Land, kids can decorate their own chef hat.

Artist Signings

Guests will have the opportunity to meet an artist and get merchandise signed at these special events. These signings take place at Off the Page in Hollywood Land from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on select Saturdays and Sundays. A full schedule and details have not yet been released by Disney.

No artist signings will take place on April 4 or 5.

Culinary Demonstrations

Culinary demonstrations take place on Saturdays and Sundays at the Hollywood Backlot Stage in Hollywood Land. They feature Disney chefs, visiting chefs, and festival sponsors.

Add-On Experiences

Beverage Seminars

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Education and tasting seminars are at Sonoma Terrace on Saturdays and Sundays. There are liquor, mixology, and wine seminars available. Tickets are $30 per person. Book on the Disneyland Resort website.

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