The High Desert Beer and Wine Festival returns to Palmdale Amphitheater June 20

PALMDALE, CA — The High Desert Beer and Wine Festival returns to Palmdale for its fourth annual outing, Saturday, June 20, from 5-10 p.m. at the Palmdale Amphitheater, located at 2727 Rancho Vista Blvd. This signature summer event is the perfect place to sample the finest craft brews and wines in California, savor local culinary delights and dance the night away to live music in the burgeoning high desert. The festival is 21 and over, and IDs are required upon entry.

“The High Desert Beer and Wine Festival is a great example of how Palmdale continues to grow as a place for unique events, local flavors and memorable experiences,” said Mayor Eric Ohlsen. “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.”

Jam to live bands and DJ sets pumping out amazing tunes while you sip on craft brews and vinos from California’s hottest spots. The annual festival will also feature food trucks for when you get hungry, plenty of dancing and games to keep everyone entertained.

“Events like the High Desert Beer and Wine Festival showcase the energy, hospitality and community spirit that make Palmdale such a special destination,” said Mayor Pro Tem Austin Bishop. “We love creating experiences that bring people together, support local businesses, and give residents and visitors another reason to enjoy everything our city has to offer.”

Highlights of the evening include:

• Craft beer and local breweries: Sample a variety of craft beers from top brewers in the region with unlimited tastings. Breweries confirmed so far include Malibu Brewing Company, Lucky Luke Brewing, Two Tracks Cellars, Santa Cruz Brewing, Brewery Draconum, Bravery Brewing, Antelope Valley Brewery, Tortugo Brewing Company, Shadow Grove Brewing and Freedom Juice.

• Fine wines and local vineyards: Discover exquisite wines from California’s finest wineries with unlimited tastings. Wineries confirmed so far include Tehachapi Winery, Stephen Hemmert Wines, Le Vigne Winery, Callaway Wines, Antelope Valley Winery and Honey Pot Meadery.

• Live music and entertainment: Enjoy performances from 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 are also available to ensure there is something for everyone at the festival.

• Food trucks and food pairings: Savor gourmet bites from local and regional vendors.

Doors open at 4:30 p.m. and festivities commence at 5 p.m. for VIP entry and 6 p.m. for general admission and the event concludes at 10 p.m. 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 www.HighDesertBeerAndWineFest.com. VIP tickets include early access, a special entry lane, specialty tastings, concert seating and more.