The AAI's 24th Annual Art Walk and Wine Tasting - October 8th 2022.  

On October 8th the scenic mountain town of Idyllwild will host the AAI's 24th annual Art Walk and Wine Tasting.  Visitors will be able to savor award winning wines from up to 18 California wineries amongst the pines and cool, fresh mountain air.  Wine pouring stations and Artist booths are located from one end of town to the other with a FREE shuttle service so you don't miss anything.   With over 30 talented Artists selling their unique art, it is no wonder that Idyllwild has been ranked as one of the Top 100 Art Towns in America.  This event offers an ideal opportunity to get your Christmas shopping done early!

This year's wineries* are:

Baily Vineyard & Winery
Beach House Winery
Brick Barn Wine Estate
Cougar Vineyards & Winery
Danza del Sol
Falkner Winery
Footpath Winery
Masia de la Vinya Winery
Maurice Car'rieWinery
Middle Ridge Winery
Miramonte Winery
Monte de Oro Winery
Oak Mountain Winery
Rutherford Ranch 
Shadow Mountain Vineyards
Shadow Run Vineyards
Thacher Winery and Vineyard
Wiens Family Cellars
* others may be added

For more information about each winery, click Patron Wineries

In the last year, our celebrated "Painted Deer Herd" has been expanded and there are now over 60 artistic deer and coyote statues for you to enjoy on your tour.

Artist booths will be open from 11-5pm, Wine Tasting is from 2-5pm.   No ticket is necessary to tour the artist booths or winery locations, a pre-purchased ticket is required take part in the wine tasting. Free maps will be available at the event headquarters showing winery and artist locations while a free shuttle bus is available to transport you between locations.

Tickets start at $35 for members and $40 for non-members. On September 1st, prices increase to $40 for members and $45 for non-members. Groups of 15 or more pay member pricing, call us on 562-822-5642 for details.  Included in the price is:  wine tasting at each location, a keepsake wine glass, live music, free shuttle bus, nibbles of cheese and crackers and a gift bag, All ticket holders must be 21 years of age or older, proof of age will be required.

Bring your ticket confirmation to "AAI Central" and redeem for your wine glass and gift bag.  If you have booked the tickets in your name, make sure your guests ask for their tickets under your name.  AAI Central is located in front of the Town Monument in Idy Park.  

Please note that we discourage bringing children and pets to this event.  

This is a fundraising event and will take place rain or shine.  No refunds will be given.  If you can't make it, you are free to sell/give your tickets to others.  Also, the AAI may be able to re-sell them for you.

If any tickets are left (we usually sell out early), the price will be $50 on the day.

BUY YOUR TICKET ONLINE EARLY TO GET THE BEST PRICE

and check out our Patron Inns in Idyllwild for a place to stay Stay at a Patron Inn

Please note that if your AAI Membership entitles you to complimentary tickets, these have been mailed to you - you will not need to register