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Manhattan Beach Food & Wine Festival

The Manhattan Beach Food & Wine Festival is an annual culinary celebration held at the Westdrift Manhattan Beach hotel. This two-day event features tasting opportunities from approximately 50 chefs, highlighting both local South Bay talent and notable culinary figures from across the Los Angeles region.

Date
Sep 25-26, 2026
Location
Manhattan Beach
Status
Recently ended
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Manhattan Beach Food & Wine Festival

Event summary

Highlights

  • Participation from nearly 50 top culinary professionals
  • Sold-out event drawing 3,000 attendees over two days
  • Interactive Glow Golf Chipping Challenge on-site
The 2026 festival took place on Friday and Saturday, September 25–26, attracting a sold-out crowd of 3,000 attendees over both evenings. The event showcases a diverse array of gourmet dishes and beverages, with nearly 50 chefs presenting signature items. Approximately ten of the participating chefs represented the local South Bay area, while others traveled from nearby cities such as Santa Monica and Anaheim.

In addition to food and wine tastings, the festival includes unique interactive activities like the Glow Golf Chipping Challenge held on the hotel grounds. Reported culinary highlights have included unique offerings such as carrot miso tostadas, dahi kebab yogurt croquettes, and specialty desserts like the Havana Banana. The gathering serves as a prominent showcase for the coastal community's vibrant food scene.

Practical details

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Westdrift Manhattan Beach
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The sold-out event had 3,000 attendees over both evenings
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