The Lineup is Here! Taste of Carlsbad Village Tickets Go On Sale This Friday!

The countdown is on and the lineup is in! Tickets for Taste of Carlsbad Village go on sale this Friday, September 4, at 9:00 AM, and we’re excited to share the participating restaurants and beverage brands joining us so far for one of Carlsbad Village’s most anticipated nights of the year.

Taking place Thursday, October 8, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Taste of Carlsbad Village invites guests to experience downtown one delicious stop at a time. This self-guided tasting tour brings together signature dishes, sweet treats, wine, craft beer, cocktails, non-alcoholic beverages, live music, and local businesses throughout the Village.

With your event passport and reusable stainless-steel spork in hand, you can make your way through the route at your own pace, sampling along the way and enjoying everything happening throughout downtown.

A Lineup Worth Getting Excited About

From savory signature dishes to sweet treats, the lineup offers an opportunity to revisit longtime favorites, try somewhere new, and enjoy an impressive sampling of the Village’s culinary scene all in one evening.

Guests who choose a Food + Sip Stops ticket can add beverage tastings to their experience, with Sip Stops located throughout the event route inside participating Village businesses.

Guests can look forward to a variety of wine, local craft beer, cocktails, hard honey, specialty beverages, and non-alcoholic options as they make their way through the Village.

Choose Your Taste Experience

When tickets go on sale Friday, guests can choose from three options. Food Only tickets are $55, and Food + Sip Stops tickets are $70 for guests 21 and over.

A limited number of VIP Experience tickets will be available for $120 for guests 21 and over. The VIP Experience includes a Food + Sip Stops ticket, early same-day passport pickup, an exclusive VIP-only reception, special swag, opportunities to win amazing prizes, and more.

No matter which ticket you choose, Taste of Carlsbad Village is an opportunity to spend an evening exploring downtown, supporting local businesses, discovering new favorites, and enjoying some of the best food and beverages the Village has to offer.

The link to purchase tickets will be available on the Taste of Carlsbad Village Landing Page.

Mark your calendar and set your reminder for Friday, September 4, at 9:00 AM. Taste of Carlsbad Village sells out every year, and tickets have sold out the same day in previous years. If you’re planning to join us on October 8, purchasing early is highly recommended.

We can’t wait to welcome you to Taste of Carlsbad Village 2026!