Key West Food & Wine Festival 2026

Key West Food & Wine Festival 2026 | Pacific Coast Wine & Cuisine Showcase

The Key West Food & Wine Festival 2026 returns for its 17th annual celebration, inviting guests to explore the flavors, wines, and culinary traditions of the Pacific Coast of North and Central America. Taking place Wednesday, January 28 through Sunday, February 1, 2026, this award-winning festival transforms Key West into a coastal tasting destination inspired by regions stretching from British Columbia to Baja California.

Tickets for the 2026 festival go on sale September 30, 2025, including a limited selection of VIP ticket packages offering enhanced access to exclusive tastings, featured events, and premier venues throughout the island. The official 2026 festival image, created by Tony Chatman at Fiovida Gallery, sets the visual tone for this year’s Pacific-inspired journey.

A Pacific Coast Wine Journey in Key West

The 2026 theme, “Red, White & Pacific Blue,” celebrates wine and cuisine from the West Coast of the Americas, highlighting how coastal climates, maritime influence, and diverse terroirs shape world-class wines and regional food traditions. Festival guests experience wines from every major Pacific wine region, paired with dishes that reflect the culinary identity of each destination.

Featured Wine Regions of the 2026 Festival

British Columbia, Canada
British Columbia’s wine regions span dramatic landscapes between the Pacific Ocean and the Canadian Rockies. Known for cool-climate varietals and an evolving craft beverage scene, the province produces expressive wines shaped by diverse terrain and pristine coastal conditions.

Washington State
Washington wines are recognized for structure, balance, and varietal range. The region excels in Bordeaux and Rhône styles, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, and Grenache, alongside standout Riesling and Chardonnay expressions.

Oregon
Oregon, particularly the Willamette Valley, is internationally celebrated for Pinot Noir defined by elegance, freshness, and complexity. Pinot Gris and Chardonnay also play a prominent role in the state’s cool-climate wine identity.

California
California’s coastal wine regions benefit from ocean breezes and maritime fog, producing wines with vibrant acidity and refined fruit profiles. Areas such as Santa Barbara and the Central Coast contribute wines that balance freshness with depth.

Baja California, Mexico
Baja California represents one of the most dynamic wine regions in the Americas. With over 500 years of winemaking history, modern producers emphasize balance, sustainability, and experimentation, delivering wines that reflect innovation alongside tradition.

National Recognition & Industry Awards

The Key West Food & Wine Festival has earned consistent national acclaim, including being named a USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Award Winner for Best Wine Festival, four years in a row. The festival has ranked:

• #1 Best Wine Festival (2022)

• #2 Best Wine Festival (2023)

• #5 Best Wine Festival (2025)

The event is also produced by Dolce Events, recipients of multiple top national awards for festival production and culinary excellence.

Sister Event: Oaxaca Food & Wine Festival

Festival guests are invited to extend the experience by attending the Oaxaca Food & Wine Festival, the official sister event, taking place Wednesday, February 26 through Sunday, March 1, 2026. This companion festival explores Mexican culinary heritage, mezcal, and regional cuisine in Oaxaca, Mexico.

Photography & Media

Official festival photography is provided by Mark Funkhouser Photography, with galleries available from prior years showcasing signature events, chefs, winemakers, and venues throughout Key West.

Dates: January 28 – February 1, 2026
Ticket Sales Begin: September 30, 2025
Location: Multiple venues throughout Key West, Florida

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