Annual Celebrate the Craft April 19, 2026 | 11:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
With a tradition of culinary innovation, California is rich in extraordinary agricultural abundance. Gourmets converge each year in beautiful La Jolla for a unique celebration of the region’s bounty and craftsmanship. Celebrate the Craft has been one of Southern California’s premier showcases for locally grown ingredients, innovative cooking and winemaking. The event also features a thoughtfully curated group of makers and artists showcasing beautiful pottery, distinctive jewelry, handmade cowboy hats, and expertly crafted boots.
Join us as these artisans come together for an annual celebration of the very best of California’s culinary and creative offerings.
Featuring California's Finest Food Artisans
For more than two decades, The Lodge at Torrey Pines has presented one of Southern California’s premier food festivals created to showcase regionally grown ingredients, the finest chefs, food artisans, wine, and craft beer.
All proceeds will be donated to The Ecology Center.
General Admission: $275 (plus tax and fees)
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Exclusive VIP Experience
Join us in the Gamble Suite for a private seating area to relax and sample exclusive reserve wines from featured wineries. Enjoy special food tastings from top chefs, interact with a portrait watercolor artist, and take in stunning views of the Torrey Pines Golf Course. Guided by a charismatic sommelier, guests can also participate in an interactive wine blending station to create a personalized wine from different varietals. Plus, take home an exclusive VIP gift bag to commemorate your Celebrate the Craft experience.
VIP Experience: $400 (plus tax and fees)
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Past Featured Producers
Local chefs, farmers, ranchers, vintners, brewers, and artists come together for an annual celebration of the very best of California's culinary offerings. Past producers at Celebrate the Craft include:
Celebrate the Craft is subject to availability, capacity limitations, and weather conditions. All sales are final. There are no refunds, cancellations or retroactive discounts. All guests must be over 21 with valid photo ID. Additional gratuities are not expected. Sales Tax is not included. Hotel reserves the right to refuse service in accordance with applicable laws.
*Celebrate the Craft Room Package must include one night stay on April 27, 2025, and includes two general admission tickets to Celebrate the Craft event. Must book directly with resort using code CTC2025 and be 21+ with valid ID. Offer subject to availability and cancellation and may not be combined with other discounts or promos; other restrictions may apply.
