Celebrate National Barbera Day at Barbera Festival 2025!

Saturday, August 16th, 2025

Folsom Community Center

Step into a world of elegance and exclusivity at the highly anticipated Barbera Wine Experience, where every guest is treated like a VIP. This limited-access event promises an intimate and premium atmosphere, ensuring a night of exceptional indulgence and luxury.
The Barbera Festival promises an evening filled with unparalleled wine experiences, set against the backdrop of the beautiful Sierra foothills. Festival attendees will have the opportunity to indulge in a grand tasting featuring Barbera wines from renowned wineries across California and Italy.
Nestled in the heart of the Gold Country, Amador County boasts some of the oldest Barbera plantings. Festival-goers will have the chance to taste these exceptional wines in the charming indoor setting at the Amador Fair Grounds, adding to the allure of this year’s event.
In addition to the grand tasting, guests can expect a culinary journey with gourmet food offerings, delectable appetizers, and live music to set the mood. The festivities will also include a 360 photo booth for capturing cherished memories.
The Barbera Festival celebrates the enduring popularity of the Italian wine grape varietal, Barbera, which has found a home and thriving community of enthusiasts in the Gold Country. This year’s event promises to showcase the best of Barbera, highlighting its unique flavors and character.

VIP Experience

Included with ticket purchase
* Experience VIP Access for every guest, a truly exceptional and exclusive event. Limited access to preserve a premium and intimate atmosphere.
* Sample a diverse array of Barbera wines, including classic reds, sparkling, whites, rosés, and unique blends.
* Take a culinary journey by savoring gourmet food offerings and delectable appetizers that perfectly complement our Barbera selections.
* Enjoy live music and entertainment that sets the perfect ambiance for a relaxing and enjoyable evening.
* Capture cherished memories with friends and family at our interactive 360 photo booth.
* Experience the mesmerizing Sacred Fire Dance light show, adding a magical touch to the night.
* Take home a beautiful commemorative glass as a memento of your experience.
* Receive a VIP swag bag filled with exclusive goodies from our sponsors.

Ticket Price $125

 

Designated Driver Admission 

Included with ticket purchase
* Experience VIP Access for every guest, a truly exceptional and exclusive event. Limited access to preserve a premium and intimate atmosphere.
* Take a culinary journey by savoring gourmet food offerings and delectable appetizers that perfectly complement our Barbera selections.
* Enjoy live music and entertainment that sets the perfect ambiance for a relaxing and enjoyable evening.
* Capture cherished memories with friends and family at our interactive 360 photo booth.
* Experience the mesmerizing Sacred Fire Dance light show, adding a magical touch to the night.
* Receive a VIP swag bag filled with exclusive goodies from our sponsors.

Ticket Price $55

Sample Barbera

Visit with each winery to learn how they can create multiple Barbera’s, each with a unique flavor or begin to understand what makes each winery’s Barbera different from each other. Click to view participating wineries. 

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Sponsored Wineries

Delicious Barberas hailing from different regions across the world. Visit our sponsor wineries to try additional distinct Italian varietals.

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Visit With Local Chefs

Chat with local chefs preparing your perfectly paired meal. See how they choose their ingredients to complement Barbera’s classic characteristics.

Austin Payne signing Live Music in the vineyard

Live Music

Featuring live music by Austin Payne.

Barbera Festival Sponsors

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Winery Registration

All wines must be registered by July 1,2024. Click here to participate in the event.

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Event Sponsors

All Sponsors must be registered by June 15,2024 in order to be included in print. Click here to participate in the event.

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