Harvest Fun at the Lodi Grape Festival

What’s New at the Lodi Grape Festival in 2025

Every September, the Lodi Grape Festival brings the community together for food, fun, and plenty of harvest time fun. From September 11–14, the festival grounds will transform into a fall-inspired showcase where grapes meet gourds in creative, family-friendly ways. Here’s your guide to what’s new, what not to miss, and how to plan your visit.

This Years’ Featured Commodity: The Pumpkin

This year, the celebration is taking on a playful new theme that highlights San Joaquin County’s bounty: the Pumpkin. The “Pumpkin Patch Pavilion” will host hands-on pumpkin decorating workshops every Friday–Sunday, each running for three hours. The theme also extends to the competitions, with pumpkin-inspired quilting, photography, and fine arts entries joining the traditional grape-focused submissions.

New Fresh Entertainment

Here are some new acts that will be hitting the stage at the Lodi Grape Festival

• Trampoline Show – High-flying stunts and flips to wow the crowd.
• Puppy Pals – An adorable dog trick show that promises laughs and applause.
• One Wheel Wonder – A unicycle act with jaw-dropping tricks.
• Drum Heads – Percussionists bringing high energy and rhythm to the midway.

New Tastes to Try

Grilled corn is back! 3B Concessions’ roasted corn is hot off the grill and served with all the fixings, and agua frescas to wash it down. In the mood for BBQ? Needham Concessions has you covered with Turkey legs, kabobs, ribs, curly fries, and more. Come hungry, you definitely will not be disappointed!

Live Music

The festival stage will be alive with music all weekend long, featuring local bands and touring acts. Grab your favorite snack and let the good times roll!

• Fleetwood Mask Thursday, September 11th at 7:30 pm
• Industria Del Amor with Los Canarios de Michoacan, Friday, September 12th at 7:30 pm
• We the Kings Saturday, September 13th at 7:30 pm
• Tyler Rich Sunday, September 14th at 6:00 pm

Classic Festival Highlights

• Wine & Food Pavilion – Sample award-winning Lodi wines and pair them with bites from local vendors.
• Carnival Rides & Games – From Ferris wheels to bumper cars, the midway lights up the night.
• Agricultural Exhibits – Celebrate the heart of San Joaquin County with a petting zoo, produce displays, and educational booths.

Hours & Admission

Thursday, September 11 – 4 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Friday, September 12 – Noon to Midnight
Saturday, September 13 – Noon to Midnight
Sunday, September 14 – Noon to 11 p.m.

Adult – $12 (ages 13 & up)
Youth – $8 (ages 6-12)
5 and under are free

Purchase tickets HERE.

Getting Here

• Location: Lodi Grape Festival Grounds, 413 E. Lockeford St., Lodi, CA
• Parking: Parking is $12 credit or debit card only in the official Festival parking lots.
• Transit: Lodi is accessible from both I-5 and Hwy 99. The ACE train and Amtrak also connect through nearby stations.