Taste of Carlsbad Village Returns October 8: Tickets on Sale September 4!

One of Carlsbad Village’s favorite traditions is back! Taste of Carlsbad Village returns on Thursday, October 8, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, inviting guests to enjoy an unforgettable evening of incredible food, local beverages, live music, shopping, and community throughout downtown.

This self-guided tasting tour showcases the very best of Carlsbad Village’s vibrant culinary scene. With your event passport in hand, you’ll stroll from stop to stop sampling signature bites from local restaurants while exploring the Village at your own pace. Along the way, enjoy live music throughout the route, browse local shops, and soak up the lively atmosphere that has made Taste of Carlsbad Village one of North County’s most anticipated annual events.

This year’s participating restaurants include 264 Fresco, Barrio, Campfire, CBar, Coyote Bar & Grill, Crispy Cones, Docent Brewing, Froglanders, Fresco Cocina, GelatoLove, Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream, Jalisco Cantina, Kai Ola, Knockout Pizza, Le Papagayo, Lola’s, Nick's on State, Pure Taco, Señor Grubby’s, Shoots Fish & Beer, Stella Jean’s Ice Cream, Strawberry Shack, Viavai Cucina Italiana, Village Kebab Mediterranean Grill, and more to come!

Our full beverage lineup will be announced soon, but you can expect many local favorites, including CBar Wine, Carruth Cellars, Pure Project, Better Buzz Coffee, and more.

Guests can choose between a Food Only ticket or a Food + Sip Stops ticket. The Food + Sip Stops experience pairs delicious bites with tastings from local breweries, wineries, and beverage makers hosted inside participating Village retailers. It’s a fun way to sip, shop, and discover even more of the small businesses that make Carlsbad Village so unique.

Looking to elevate your evening? A limited number of VIP Experience tickets will also be available. VIP guests will enjoy early same-day passport pickup, access to an exclusive VIP reception, commemorative swag, opportunities to win amazing prizes, and other special perks before heading out to experience the event.

Tickets are priced at $55 for Food Only, $70 for Food + Sip Stop (21+), and $120 for the VIP Experience (21+).

To ensure the best possible experience for guests and participating businesses, attendance is limited to 1,000 guests, and Taste of Carlsbad Village has sold out every year. Whether you’re planning a date night, a girls’ night out, an evening with friends, or simply looking to experience the best of Carlsbad Village, this is an event you won’t want to miss.

Tickets go on sale Friday, September 4, at 9:00 AM on the Taste of Carlsbad Village Landing Page on our website. Mark your calendar, gather your crew, and get ready to experience one of the most delicious nights of the year in Carlsbad Village.