Taste Your Way Through Downtown
Saturday, September 19, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Experience the best of Los Gatos in one unforgettable afternoon.
Taste of Los Gatos transforms our historic downtown into a vibrant, pedestrian-only celebration of exceptional food, local wine, live music, shopping, and community. Whether you're enjoying a day with family and friends, or planning the perfect date, we invite you to wander tree-lined streets filled with signature tastings, outdoor entertainment, family-friendly activities, and the welcoming spirit that makes Los Gatos one of the Bay Area's favorite destinations.
Make the most of your afternoon with a Tasting Wristband, your passport to the festival’s signature culinary experience throughout downtown. Upgrade to the Bites & Wine Tasting Wristband to add tastings from participating wineries.
Tasting Wristbands have sold out before festival day in past years. Purchase early to secure advance pricing and ensure availability.
EXPLORE EVERY CORNER OF THE FESTIVAL
Signature Culinary Tastings
With your Tasting Wristband, enjoy signature bites from approximately 30 participating Los Gatos restaurants. Enjoy one tasting per guest at each location. From longtime local favorites to exciting new culinary destinations, each stop showcases the creativity and quality that define Los Gatos' dining scene.
Local Wine Experiences
With your Bites & Wine Tasting Wristband, enjoy tastings from approximately 20 participating wineries, hosted inside downtown businesses for unique tasting experience that blends wine, shopping, and exploration. Among the featured experiences, David Bruce Winery will offer a rare vertical barrel tasting of Pinot Noir, featuring three vintages tasted directly from the barrel.
Pedestrian Paradise
Village Lane as well as North Santa Cruz Avenue from Main Street to Bachman Avenue, will be closed to vehicle traffic, creating a lively, strollable downtown festival.
Guests 21 and older may enjoy wine tasting included with the Bites & Wine Tasting Wristband or craft beer and hard cider purchased separately from the Chamber Tap Truck or Tap Wall while strolling within the closed festival streets. Alcohol purchased directly from participating restaurants must be enjoyed on the restaurant's premises.
Live Music Throughout Downtown
Multiple entertainment stages and live performances create an energetic atmosphere all afternoon, including The Freshmakers on the Main Stage and Daze on the Green at North Santa Cruz Avenue & Main Street.
NEW! Vintage on Village
One of downtown Los Gatos' most charming streets, Village Lane, will be closed to traffic and transformed into Vintage on Village, a lively festival destination featuring live jazz, restaurant and wine tastings, the Chamber Tap Wall, and a curated showcase of vintage and collectible Porsche automobiles.
Family Fun Zone
Enjoy FREE carnival games, the El Camino Health "Togethering Heals" Outdoor Climbing Wall, and interactive activities for all ages. NEW! The Chamber Cafe will feature delicious grab-and-go sandwiches and snacks from Blvd Coffee, perfect for kids and families.
Community & Business Booths
Discover fun hands-on activities, giveaways, and opportunities to connect with local businesses and community organizations throughout the festival.
Chamber Tap Truck & Tap Wall
Purchase local craft beer, hard cider, and sparkling non-alcoholic refreshers at the Chamber Tap Truck located near the Main Stage. Craft beer will also be available at the Chamber Tap Wall on Petticoat Lane.
Guests 21 and older may enjoy alcoholic beverages purchased from the Tap Truck or Tap Wall while strolling within the closed festival streets. New this year, each Bites & Wine Tasting Wristband includes one complimentary beverage ticket. Additional beverages are available for purchase.
Good Sam "Feel the Beat of Better Health" Lounge
Recharge in a shaded lounge hosted by Good Samaritan Hospital featuring comfortable seating, energetic DJ music, and family-friendly activities.
Complimentary Photo Booth
Capture the memories with a complimentary editorial-style photo experience by Chamber member Auré Photobooth, located on Grays Lane at N. Santa Cruz Ave. Take home a keepsake photo strip and access our digital event gallery after the festival.
Shop, Dine & Explore
Discover boutiques, galleries, tasting rooms, cafés, and specialty retailers while enjoying one of the Bay Area's most charming downtowns.
Golden Spoon Distinction
Celebrate culinary excellence as the Los Gatos Chamber honors two local restaurants with the 2026 Golden Spoon Distinction, recognizing outstanding culinary excellence, community engagement, and longstanding commitment to Taste of Los Gatos.
Taste Your Way Through Downtown
Saturday, September 19, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Experience the best of Los Gatos in one unforgettable afternoon.
Taste of Los Gatos transforms our historic downtown into a vibrant, pedestrian-only celebration of exceptional food, local wine, live music, shopping, and community. Whether you're enjoying a day with family and friends, or planning the perfect date, we invite you to wander tree-lined streets filled with signature tastings, outdoor entertainment, family-friendly activities, and the welcoming spirit that makes Los Gatos one of the Bay Area's favorite destinations.
Make the most of your afternoon with a Tasting Wristband, your passport to the festival’s signature culinary experience throughout downtown. Upgrade to the Bites & Wine Tasting Wristband to add tastings from participating wineries.
Tasting Wristbands have sold out before festival day in past years. Purchase early to secure advance pricing and ensure availability.
EXPLORE EVERY CORNER OF THE FESTIVAL
Signature Culinary Tastings
With your Tasting Wristband, enjoy signature bites from approximately 30 participating Los Gatos restaurants. Enjoy one tasting per guest at each location. From longtime local favorites to exciting new culinary destinations, each stop showcases the creativity and quality that define Los Gatos' dining scene.
Local Wine Experiences
With your Bites & Wine Tasting Wristband, enjoy tastings from approximately 20 participating wineries, hosted inside downtown businesses for unique tasting experience that blends wine, shopping, and exploration. Among the featured experiences, David Bruce Winery will offer a rare vertical barrel tasting of Pinot Noir, featuring three vintages tasted directly from the barrel.
Pedestrian Paradise
Village Lane as well as North Santa Cruz Avenue from Main Street to Bachman Avenue, will be closed to vehicle traffic, creating a lively, strollable downtown festival.
Guests 21 and older may enjoy wine tasting included with the Bites & Wine Tasting Wristband or craft beer and hard cider purchased separately from the Chamber Tap Truck or Tap Wall while strolling within the closed festival streets. Alcohol purchased directly from participating restaurants must be enjoyed on the restaurant's premises.
Live Music Throughout Downtown
Multiple entertainment stages and live performances create an energetic atmosphere all afternoon, including The Freshmakers on the Main Stage and Daze on the Green at North Santa Cruz Avenue & Main Street.
NEW! Vintage on Village
One of downtown Los Gatos' most charming streets, Village Lane, will be closed to traffic and transformed into Vintage on Village, a lively festival destination featuring live jazz, restaurant and wine tastings, the Chamber Tap Wall, and a curated showcase of vintage and collectible Porsche automobiles.
Family Fun Zone
Enjoy FREE carnival games, the El Camino Health "Togethering Heals" Outdoor Climbing Wall, and interactive activities for all ages. NEW! The Chamber Cafe will feature delicious grab-and-go sandwiches and snacks from Blvd Coffee, perfect for kids and families.
Community & Business Booths
Discover fun hands-on activities, giveaways, and opportunities to connect with local businesses and community organizations throughout the festival.
Chamber Tap Truck & Tap Wall
Purchase local craft beer, hard cider, and sparkling non-alcoholic refreshers at the Chamber Tap Truck located near the Main Stage. Craft beer will also be available at the Chamber Tap Wall on Petticoat Lane.
Guests 21 and older may enjoy alcoholic beverages purchased from the Tap Truck or Tap Wall while strolling within the closed festival streets. New this year, each Bites & Wine Tasting Wristband includes one complimentary beverage ticket. Additional beverages are available for purchase.
Good Sam "Feel the Beat of Better Health" Lounge
Recharge in a shaded lounge hosted by Good Samaritan Hospital featuring comfortable seating, energetic DJ music, and family-friendly activities.
Complimentary Photo Booth
Capture the memories with a complimentary editorial-style photo experience by Chamber member Auré Photobooth, located on Grays Lane at N. Santa Cruz Ave. Take home a keepsake photo strip and access our digital event gallery after the festival.
Shop, Dine & Explore
Discover boutiques, galleries, tasting rooms, cafés, and specialty retailers while enjoying one of the Bay Area's most charming downtowns.
Golden Spoon Distinction
Celebrate culinary excellence as the Los Gatos Chamber honors two local restaurants with the 2026 Golden Spoon Distinction, recognizing outstanding culinary excellence, community engagement, and longstanding commitment to Taste of Los Gatos.
Parking for the Event