From Wine Trails To Food Fests: Explore Tri-Valley’s Vibrant Culinary Offerings

The Tri-Valley region of California, located 30 miles east of San Francisco, is an underrated gem for wine and beer lovers. With ideal topography, a rich history in winemaking and a mix of authentic and modern techniques, it offers some of the most flavourful beers, wines and craft cocktails. The celebration of beverages does not end with wine, beer, and cocktails. Explore the rich caffeine trail with unique flavours and tastes spread across Pleasanton, Livermore, Dublin, and Danville. Discover the vibrant spots on the Tri-Valley beverage trails and immerse yourself in the exciting summer of beverage-focused events. Tri-Valley invites you to experience the season in a uniquely spirited way. 

Beverage Trails

Tri-Valley Beer Trail

The Tri-Valley Beer Trail is a growing community of 23 craft breweries, taprooms, and alehouses in the Tri-Valley region. It offers a fun, hop-centric activity for residents and visitors alike. Partners include Danville Brewing, Inc., 82 Brewing, and Bottletaps, among many others.

Livermore Valley Wine Trail

There are nearly 50 wineries with tasting rooms in Livermore Valley. Each one is unique and offers a different wine-tasting experience. The Livermore Valley Wine Country is rich in history and flavour. As one of the oldest wine regions in the country, Livermore Valley is known as a viticultural pioneer, creating high-quality wine and housing kind-hearted, personal winemakers. Wente Family Vineyards, Las Positas Vineyards, and Ruby Hill Winery are a few producing some of the best wines in the area and beyond.

Caffeine Trail

The Tri-Valley Caffeine Trail is a unique collection of cafés, coffee houses, and tea rooms in Tri-Valley, each with its own special set of peps and perks. Sip on craft coffee creations, sweet boba tea, and steamy artisanal teas as you explore the most creative caffeine connoisseurs of Tri-Valley. Check out Sideboard Neighborhood Kitchen, The Press Livermore, Bobainfinitea, and Steamhouse Coffee &Kava Bar, some of the trail’s partners.

Events and Festivals

Shops and Hops Craft Beer Stroll

Head to downtown Danville on April 24 for the Shops and Hops Craft Beer Stroll. This fun-filled evening of craft beer sampling and shopping benefits the Museum of San Ramon Valley. 

Tri-Valley Craft Cocktail Competition

To try out the best craft cocktails in Tri-Valley, get your chance at the second annual Tri-Valley Craft Cocktail Competition at the Bankhead Plaza on May 3. Local bar and restaurant bartenders go head-to-head with creative concoctions, competing for prizes, trophies, and bragging rights! This event benefits the Pacific Chamber Orchestra.

Downtown Pleasanton’s Wine Stroll

Downtown Pleasanton’s Wine Stroll takes place on Saturday, May 4, and various downtown locations will become wine-tasting rooms. Guests will spend a beautiful evening in downtown Pleasanton sampling wine from local wineries paired with tasty bites while live artists and musicians perform throughout Main Street. 

Livermore Valley Craft Beer Festival

The Livermore Valley Craft Beer Festival on May 10 will be a craft beer lover’s paradise. More than 40 local breweries are expected to participate, along with local favourite food vendors, five great live bands, games, and lots of shaded areas. The festival will benefit the Las Positas College Fire Service Technology program. 

Livermore Valley’s Uncorked

Livermore Valley’s Uncorked promises an evening of exquisite wines, delectable cuisine, and live music, and you get to vote for the people’s choice award after sampling as many as 30 award-winning Livermore Valley AVA wines. This event also benefits the Tri-Valley Conservancy.

Downtown Livermore Street Fest

Discover the heart of Livermore at one of the longest-running celebrations of wine, craft brew, arts, crafts, shopping, dining, entertainment, and hometown charm at the Downtown Livermore Street Fest on May 17 and 18.  Explore unique vendor booths, shop at Downtown Livermore’s incredible speciality boutiques, and eat at one of their exquisite restaurants.