Up, Up, and Away: 2025 Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival Takes Flight with New Experiences, Sponsors, and Expanded Lineup
ALABAMA, Cody Jinks, Walker Hayes, Russell Dickerson, Midland, Big & Rich w/ Gretchen Wilson, Jamey Johnson, Wyatt Flores, and More –Tickets on sale now!
Community partners include the City of Temecula, Riverside County Parks, Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce and Riverside County
Temecula, CA – June 18, 2025 – The Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival is back and better than ever for 2025, set against the stunning backdrop of Lake Skinner Recreation Area, operated by Riverside County Parks with a dynamic lineup of activations, entertainment, and community-driven experiences. This year’s festival brings together the best in hot air experiences, wine tasting, and live music from June 20th–22nd, celebrating the heart and soul of Southern California’s wine country.
The festival is proud to continue its partnership this year with the City of Temecula, Riverside County Parks, Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce, and Riverside County, celebrating and spotlighting the region’s vibrant local culture and community ties.
Soar Above It All:
Festival-goers can elevate their experience with sunrise balloon rides offered by third-party partner A Great Escape Balloon Adventure, available for booking here. In addition to the daily rides, guests can enjoy the breathtaking Balloon Glow at sunset on Friday and Saturday evenings, an annual fan favorite that lights up the festival grounds in a kaleidoscope of colors.
Wine, Music & Memories:
The ever-popular Winery Village returns, where attendees can sample a curated selection of premium wines from local vineyards and enjoy grape stomping. The presenting sponsor is Peltzer Winery with participation from Europa Village Winery & Resort, Lasorda Family Wines, Oak Mountain Winery, Pamec Winery, Ultimate Vineyard & Maurice Car’rie Winery, and Wilson Creek Winery & Vineyards. Guests can indulge in Temecula’s signature hospitality, sip varietals, and even participate in the crowd-favorite grape stomping contest on Saturday and Sunday.
This year’s live music programming expands across three major stages: Stage A (Events.com), Stage B (Toyota), and the newly announced Stage C (Bloom).
The lineup has dropped for the main stages with headliners that include Walker Hayes, Cody Jinks, and Alabama + many more. The Bloom Stage Lineup has just been announced and includes acts like Honey Buckets, Ash Easton, Fresh Veggies and more.
The daily schedule is live now in the concert app and at temeculavalleyfestival.com. With top talent and rising stars, the festival promises non-stop entertainment across genres.
Festival Experiences That Hit Different:
Outpost Honkytonk – A high energy country hangout at the heart of the festival featuring rustic Western décor, mechanical bull riding and other redneck lawn games. With tented seating, tall tables and the festival’s biggest and best bar, the perfect spot for line dancing, cold rinks and Ol’ fashioned fun.
Dive Bar Speakeasy – A hidden gem with an edge- the Dive Bar Speakeasy is tucked away with all its old-school chopper charm. Featuring a working jukebox, pool tables, and other biker bar staples, this nostalgic hangout will be a leather jacket paradise!
Citrus Farm – Kick off your botts and cool off under the shade! Enjoy a full bar, ice cold cocktails, and freshly squeezed juice straight from the grove. The perfect spot to relax, reset, and sip slow.
Camping & Tickets:
While ‘all hook up’ camping packages are now sold out, dry camping is still available for late bookers with options for electric and water, and includes 2 GA tickets. Festival goers are encouraged to secure their camping passes ASAP.
With just 2 Days to go, get the latest announcements, artist schedules, and Know Before You Go details by following our social media – IG & Facebook.
Visit our homepage and FAQ to get all the planning info you need!
About Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival
The Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival is a one-of-a-kind event celebrating the beauty of the Temecula Valley wine country and the thrill of hot air ballooning. With a rich lineup of live entertainment, gourmet food vendors, local wineries, craft breweries, and exciting outdoor activities, the festival attracts visitors from across the country.
Set against the stunning backdrop of Lake Skinner Recreation Area, operated by Riverside County Parks, the festival creates a vibrant atmosphere for people of all ages. Whether you’re a wine enthusiast, music lover, or looking for family-friendly fun, the Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival is the perfect destination to make memories.
About Temecula
Temecula, located in Southern California’s wine country, is known for its charming historic Old Town, scenic vineyards, and vibrant arts scene. The Temecula Valley is renowned for its excellent wineries, award-winning restaurants, and the world-famous hot air balloon rides that take advantage of the region’s stunning natural beauty.
About Events.com
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For more information about Events.com, please visit https://events.com.
Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival Media Relations:
Jennifer Buonantony
PPLA PR
Jennifer@presspassla.com
323.496.1976
