Whale Fest Wine Walk Map
WINE WALK MAP
SHOPS & WINERIES
- Cucina Verona Mercato – Graziano Family of Wines
- Hometown Store – Roederer Estate
- Mendo Photographer Guild – Lula Cellars
- Kokkos Bar – Bee Hunter Wine
- LaTre Clothing – Goldeneye Winery
- Pippi’s Longstockings – Fathers + Daughters Cellars
- The Quarry – Witching Stick Wines
- Sherwood & Co – Husch Vineyards
- Frame Mill – McNab Ridge Winery
- Splendiferous – Meyer Family Cellars
- Reynolds + Wren – Jaxon Keys Winery & GWR
- Oasis x Tango – Frey Vineyards
- Kama Loka – McFadden Family Vineyard & Farm
- The Outdoor Store – Handley Cellars and Pennyroyal Farms
- Ficus abd Fern – Brutocao Cellars
The Fort Bragg Whale Festival Downtown Wine Walk is back. Over a dozen merchants will be serving beautiful Mendocino County wines and hors d’ oeuvres offered while you stroll the quaint shops in downtown Fort Bragg. There’s live music and, of course, you can always extend your stroll to include the new Coastal Trail where you might just catch a migrating grey whale.
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When: March 18th, 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
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Tickets: $50.00 ahead and $55.00 the day of the event
Free live music will be happening on the 200 block of Laurel Street, featuring performances by Caspar King Band.
Must be 21 and show valid ID
Rain or Shine
Whale Fest Promo
It’s back and, like the migrating leviathans we celebrate, bigger and better than ever. Fort Bragg Whale Festivities include a Downtown Wine Walk, the Fort Bragg Beer Festival, a 10k/5k Whale Run and Walk, craft fair, live music and more. Oh, and it’s all happening during Fort Bragg Restaurant Week. Could there be a better time to visit Fort Bragg? Of course, the whales will be moving through all winter, so if March 18th doesn’t work out, no worries. Come anytime through April to see the amazing migration of Fort Bragg’s favorite cetaceans.
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Restaurant Week
Fort Bragg Restaurant Week runs from March 13th through the 19th. So come for the food and enjoy the whales or vice versa. Local eateries will be pulling out all the stops, with many restaurants serving up special offerings.
Fort Bragg Rotary Club’s Beer Fest
After 3 years, the Rotary Beer Festival is back. Save the date and join us on Saturday, March 18, 2023 at the Eagles Hall from 12-4pm. Tickets are $40 and will be available soon. The Rotary Club is lining up some great beer to taste and an awesome band.
Whale Festival Downtown Wine Walk
The Mendocino Coast Chamber of Commerce and Visit Fort Bragg are thrilled to bring back the Fort Bragg Whale Festival Downtown Wine Walk. On Saturday, March 18 from 12:00 to 4:00 PM over a dozen merchants will host wineries and serve complimentary food to pair with wines.
Whale Run 5k, 10k & Fun Walk
Soroptimist International of Fort Bragg is once again hosting the ever-popular run and walk along the coast that includes a Kiddie Race, 10k and 5k runs and a Fun Walk. Click below to see the course map and registration.
Town Hall Craft Fair
The Soroptimists are also hosting an indoor craft fair at town hall on Sat-Sun March 18-19 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Come by to see the incredible work of local artisans and craftspeople. You won’t find a better place to get a one-of-a-kind gift for a fan of Fort Bragg.
Noyo Center Whale Events & Exhibits
Join the Noyo Center for Marine Science throughout March for a variety of special events and exhibits to celebrate Whale Festival and the annual gray whale migration. Click the link below for the full schedule and remember that your support helps the Noyo Center do its incredible work.
Mendo Park Educational Activities
Join MendoParks for free guided whale walks at MacKerricher State Park on Fridays and Saturdays in March, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. While you’re there, check out the gray whale skeleton articulation next to the Visitor Center.
Try the Chowders
The Official Fort Bragg Chowder Tasting and Competition is still on hiatus. But don’t let that stop you from visiting local restaurants during Whale Fest to enjoy a piping hot cup or bowl full of coastal deliciousness.
Princess Sea Food
Noyo Fish Co.
Sea Pal Cove
The Wharf
Whale Fest Wine Walk
The Fort Bragg Whale Festival Downtown Wine Walk is back. Over a dozen merchants will be serving beautiful Mendocino County wines and hors d’ oeuvres offered while you stroll the quaint shops in downtown Fort Bragg. There’s live music and, of course, you can always extend your stroll to include the new Coastal Trail where you might just catch a migrating grey whale.
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When: March 18th, 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
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Tickets: $50.00 ahead and $55.00 the day of the event
Free live music will be happening on the 200 block of Laurel Street, featuring performances by Caspar King Band.
Must be 21 and show valid ID
Rain or Shine
SHOPS & WINERIES
- Cucina Verona Mercato – Graziano Family of Wines
- Hometown Store – Roederer Estate
- The Mendocino Coast Photographer Guild & Gallery – Lula Cellars
- Kokkos Bar – Bee Hunter Wine
- LaTre Clothing – Goldeneye Winery
- Pippi’s Longstockings – Fathers + Daughters Cellars
- The Quarry – Witching Stick Wines
- Sherwood & Co – Husch Vineyards
- Frame Mill – McNab Ridge Winery
- Splendiferous – Meyer Family Cellars
- Reynolds + Wren – Jaxon Keys Winery & Greenwood Ridge Winery
- Oasis x Tango – Frey Vineyards
- Kama Loka – McFadden Family Vineyard & Farm
- The Outdoor Store – Handley Cellars and Pennyroyal Farms
- Ficus abd Fern – Brutocao Cellars
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Gear Up For Another Epic Day
There’s no end to the family fun in Fort Bragg. From decadent donuts for breakfast, delightful tide pool discoveries, fresh off the boat seafood at a harborside restaurant and, wow, we’re getting tired just telling you about all the amazing things to do, see and explore. So, grab the whole gang and head to Fort Bragg for an unforgettable and action-packed visit to your favorite North Coast home away from home.
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Gather The Troops For Another Beautiful Day
There’s no end to the family fun in Fort Bragg. From decadent donuts for breakfast, delightful tide pool discoveries, fresh off the boat seafood at a harborside restaurant and, wow, we’re getting tired just telling you about all the amazing things to do, see and explore. So, grab the whole gang and head to Fort Bragg for an unforgettable and action-packed visit to your favorite North Coast home away from home.
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you are welcome
Maybe you thought that when the first storm blows in the North Coast closes its shutters and settles in for the winter. Well, we’re here to show you just how much you would miss by not planning an off-season trip to Fort Bragg. What if we said you could have a beach to yourself? Maybe a hike in the misty magic of a redwood grove in the rain. Whale watch. Deal shop. Or cozy up in your room with a fireplace and a view of the ocean. At Fort Bragg in the winter, without a lot of visitors, you’ll feel more like one of the locals. So, pack a few layers, your rain boots and knit cap and join us on a journey to enjoy Fort Bragg before the summer fog blows in and the crowds come back.
TC Space Holiday
TC Space
Local art and original hand-printed apparel and tote bags
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Todd Farmhouse
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14 rooms filled with Christmas shopping fun.
Saltgirl Apparel
Saltgirl Apparel
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