What is Taste of Laguna Food & Music Festival?

​The Taste of Laguna Food & Music Festival combines two of our community's favorite events, The Chamber of Commerce's Taste of Laguna and KX FM's concert, into one mega event for foodies and live music fans. All proceeds benefit the Laguna Beach Chamber of Commerce and KX FM.

When & Where is the Taste of Laguna?

The Taste of Laguna will take place on Thursday, October 15th, 2020 from 6-10pm, with VIP early entry starting at 5pm. It will be held at the Festival of Arts at 650 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651.

What are the perks of a VIP ticket?

A VIP ticket entitles you to red-carpet treatment, including an early VIP reception from 5:00-6:00pm. Our VIPs enjoy many other perks: two drink tickets included with your ticket, a private bar and lounge area at Terra Restaurant, designated VIP viewing area, and a VIP-only swag bag sponsored by Nick’s Laguna Beach & South of Nick’s Laguna Beach.

What happens at the Taste?

More than 40 local restaurants and award-winning chefs will showcase their most popular menu items, signature recipes, and specialty dishes. The festival stage will host a concert.. stay tuned for our 2020 lineup!

Tell us about the new concert...

Taste of Laguna will feature a concert once again.. lineup will be posted ASAP

Are drinks included in the price of our ticket?

​No, alcoholic beverages are not included in the price of the ticket, with the exception of VIP entry, which receives two drink tickets. Drink tickets will be available for purchase at $5 each at designated areas within the Festival grounds.
 
Drink Prices:
Beer – 1 Ticket
Wine/Cocktail – 2 Tickets
Water or Soda – 2 for 1 Ticket

Where can I purchase tickets for the Taste of Laguna?

Tickets can be purchased online on our ticket page. Major credit cards accepted. Click here to purchase your ticket.
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General Admission tickets will be available on the day of the event, but ticket prices will increase to $100 for General Admission. VIP tickets usually sell out, so they will not be available on October 3rd. Visit the Box Office at the Festival of Arts to purchase your ticket on-site.

I don’t drink alcohol. What are my options?

Water and soda will be available. Price will be two non-alcoholic beverages for 1 ticket($5).

what is your refund policy?

All sales are final = no refunds or exchanges for any reason. Taste tickets ARE transferrable. ID is not required for the ticket, but you will be asked to provide valid ID to purchase alcoholic beverages. Event is held rain or shine.

How can my business donate to the silent auction?

We would love to welcome you into our Silent Auction! Please send us an email and we will provide you with the information to donate.

How do I become a Restaurant or Business Participant?

Online applications are available HERE. Deadline to apply for a vendor booth is September 2, 2019.

Do you need volunteers for the Taste?

YES! E-mail us HERE to express your interest and will be back in touch. Volunteers are needed before, during, and after the event!

Is the Taste handicap accessible?

​Yes. The Festival of Arts grounds are ADA compliant and suitable for wheelchair and handicap access. The Festival of Arts has accessible restrooms, and we offer early entry into the main tent for a person and companion with proof of disability if they make arrangements prior to the event. Please e-mail us at least 3 days in advance of the event to make arrangements.

Can people under 21 attend the Taste?

​YES! the Taste is open to the public, but there is NO PRICE REDUCTION for children’s tickets. Everyone over three years of age must purchase a full-price ticket. PLEASE NOTE: valid ID MUST be provided to purchase alcoholic beverages, and our decision on the validity of proof of drinking age will be final.

can i bring fido & fluffy?

Sorry! No pets are allowed within the Festival of Arts grounds.

Policy on Non-Participant SellinG

There are no selling privileges at the Taste of Laguna. Businesses or organizations that have contracted for space assignments are permitted to distribute advertising materials and demonstrate products at their assigned exhibitor space. No other persons, businesses, or organizations will be permitted to sell products or services, solicit contributions, distribute advertising materials, or demonstrate products at the Taste of Laguna. Non-participant personnel observed selling, passing out literature, or demonstrating products at the Taste of Laguna will be escorted from the event and have their admission canceled.

Who produces the Taste of Laguna Food & Music Festival?

The Laguna Beach Chamber of Commerce and KX FM produce the Taste of Laguna. Laguna Beach Chamber of Commerce/Laguna Radio LLC is a 501(c)(3) registered non-profit. Tax ID# 83-3988664

Any other pertinent info I should know about?

• The Taste is an outdoor event. Comfortable shoes and a jacket are recommended.
• Backpacks and purses are subject to search
• No new admissions after 8:00 PM
• Smoking, including e-cigarettes, is not permitted at the event.
• Rules of event subject to change.

purse/bag check: what are we looking for?

All items brought into the Festival of Arts grounds, including but without limitation, bags, backpacks, and purses are subject to search upon entry into the grounds. Individuals who choose not to subject themselves to the security search will not be permitted to enter the event.

Guests are prohibited from bringing the following items into the event:

• Weapons of any kind
• Alcoholic beverages
• Beverages or beverage containers of any kind
• No personal furniture including tables or chairs are allowed. We will not hold/store any items.
  

Prohibited items include, but are not limited to this list. Any items deemed suspicious by our security team will be asked to be removed. Non-compliance will results in denial of entry.

ADVERTISE WITH TASTE OF LAGUNA!

Each year, we print a beautiful event program, which is distributed to all of our attendees, and YOU can reach our 600+ guests with an advertisement! Click here to view our pricing guide. Contact Ashley von Gremp, Events & Marketing Manager with any questions. Submission deadline for your ad is Friday, September 20th.

Still have questions? Send us an email and we will get right back to you!