High Desert Beer and Wine Festival at Palmdale Amphitheater June 20th

Palmdale’s signature High Desert Beer and Wine Festival will return for its fourth annual outing, Saturday, June 20th at the Palmdale Amphitheater. 

Billed as “The High Desert’s Biggest Beer and Wine Party,” this signature summer event is the perfect place to sample the finest craft brews and wines in SoCal, savor local culinary delights and dance the night away to live music in the burgeoning high desert.

Final lineups for the evening include craft beer and local breweries where guests may sample a variety of craft beers from top brewers in the region with unlimited tastings. Breweries confirmed include Altar Society Brewing Company; Antelope Valley Brewery; [BM1] Bravery Brewing Company; Cerveza Cito Brewery; Brewery Draconum; Enegren Brewing Co.; [BM2] Local Craft Brewery; Luchador Brewing; Lucky Luke Brewing; Malibu Brewing Company; Montucky Cold Snacks; Red Engine Brewing Company; Santa Cruz Brewing; Shadow Grove Brewing; Tortugo Brewing Company; and Two Tracks Cellars Brewery.

Attendees will discover exquisite wines from California’s finest wineries with unlimited tastings. Wineries/beverages confirmed include Antelope Valley Winery; Barrett Cellars; Honey Pot Meadery; Le Vigne Winery; Stephen Hemmert Wines; Rafael Tovar Wines; and Tehachapi Winery.

For those with a hearty appetite, feast from The Artisan Woodfired Pizza; Chopped Craft BBQ; The Chubby Corn; Dirty Dan’s Beverage Company; Freedom Juice; Kona Ice of Lancaster; Lobo Coffee Roasters; Luv N Popcorn LLC; Old School Dogs; Tacos El Superior; and That’s a Pretzel.

Additional vendors include: Rycebunnie Trinkets; Endless Dreams and More; and Queen Necessities Brown Sugar.

Live music and entertainment will be provided by local and regional artists, including the original and first Bruno Mars tribute band, Uptown Funk, Reality Check, Wildfire Arts and DJ Aone Morris (DJ Aone), “educator by day, DJ by night.”

Lawn games and interactive experiences will also be available to ensure there is something for everyone at the festival.

“With the festival only a few weeks away now, we’re hugely gratified by the outpouring of support from our local and regional businesses,” said Mayor Eric Ohlsen. “With a stacked lineup of beer and wine, food and beverage options, music and activities, we’re expecting the best festival ever. We are excited to welcome the community and visitors to celebrate right here in Palmdale while supporting the businesses, makers and partners that help our region thrive.”

The festival is 21 and over and IDs are required upon entry. Doors open at 4:30pm and festivities commence at 5pm for VIP entry and 6pm for general admission, and the event concludes at 10pm. Parking is $13 plus advance fees; $20 on site and is located on Rancho Vista Blvd. and 25th Street West (Highland Street).

Purchase your tickets early to guarantee your spot. General Admission and VIP tickets include unlimited beer and wine tastings and are available at a discounted early bird rate at HighDesertBeerAndWineFest.com. VIP tickets include early access, a special entry lane, specialty tastings, concert seating and more.

“The High Desert Beer and Wine Festival is a great example of how Palmdale brings people together through memorable experiences,” said Mayor Pro Tem Austin Bishop. “Events like this celebrate our community, support local businesses and give residents and visitors another opportunity to enjoy the energy and hospitality that make our city stand out.”