Temecula, Southern California’s wine country, has over 40 wineries with more projected to come in the next year. It is a beautiful place filled with rolling vineyards, hot air balloons and award-winning wines. With ample opportunities for wine tasting and live entertainment, Temecula wine country is an adult’s playground, but did you know that most of the wineries in Temecula are kid-friendly?
Yes, you can bring the family for a relaxing and exciting day in wine country for wine and live music! Although most of the wineries do allow kids (to some extent), I have put together a list of the best kid-friendly wineries in Temecula that have live music and family activities, in addition of course to award-winning wine.
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Wilson Creek Winery
35960 Rancho California Rd, Temecula, CA 92591
Kid-Friendly – Wine Tasting – Onsite Restaurant – Live Music – Hotel
This family-owned winery has been the setting for numerous talk and reality shows, and is home to the famous Wilson Creek Almond Sparkling Wine as well as many other award-winning wines. You and your family can visit any day of the week to taste some wine and dine on gourmet cuisine.
Wine tasting is seven days a week and on a first come first serve basis. Onsite you can enjoy the Courtyard Bar & Grill for a slushy or wine and a selection of food options. For those with a bigger appetite, make reservations at the winery’s Creekside Grille Restaurant. Also, every Friday night from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm you can bring the family to enjoy Wilson Creek After Hours for some live music. There are no reservations needed, just pop in and have fun.
Peltzer Family Cellars
40275 Calle Contento, Temecula, CA 92591
Kid-Friendly – Wine Tasting – Food Trucks – Live Music – Ice Skating Rink – Live Music – Pumpkin Farm – Seasonal Activities
Peltzer Family Cellars is a family-owned farm and winery with a unique modern farmhouse style that they like to call vintage industrial-chic. Family-friendly hours are Sunday through Thursday from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm, except on Wine Wednesday when kids can stay until 8:00 pm. The Crush is where you can wine taste, take fun photo ops and shop. Outside is a lovely porch to hang with the family, enjoy some wine and grab some yummy dishes from the various food trucks.
Since this is also a Pumpkin Farm in addition to a winery, harvest time (Fall) is a very exciting time to visit. There are a ton of festive family activities like pony rides, a petting zoo, pig races, gem mining, pumpkins and more. Every winter the Peltzer winery has a huge ice skating rink set up for guests to enjoy along with snacks and hot cocoa. Skaters under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult. We did this a few years ago and it was super fun!
Longshadow Ranch Winery
39847 Calle Contento Temecula, CA 92591
Kid-Friendly – Live Music – Wine Tasting – Food Truck – Sunday Brunch – Bonfire Saturdays – Playground – Petting Zoo
Bring the kids and get ready to have some fun on the ranch. At Longshadow Ranch Winery you feel like you are in the country while still enjoying the sophistication of delicious wine. On Saturdays, Longshadow has a happening family atmosphere filled with live music, bone fires, petting zoo and playground. On Saturdays and Sundays you can taste the country BBQ delicacies from Great Scot BBQ, the winery’s onsite food truck. They also offer Sunday Brunch and a kid’s menu.
Akash Winery
39730 Calle Contento, Temecula, CA, 92591
Kid-Friendly – Wine Tasting – Food Trucks
Akash Winery is a family-owned winery run by a father and son team. With a very family-friendly vibe, feel free to bring the kids and enjoy some wine tasting any day of the week, except for Saturdays. The winery becomes a 21 and over venue on Saturdays. They also have a lovely back patio designated for families with children. As for dining, any day of the week Akash Winery will have a variety of food trucks as well as pre-order charcuterie boards available.
Europa Village
41150 Via Europa, Temecula, CA, 92591
Kid-Friendly – 3 Wineries – Wine Tasting – Olive Oil Tasting – Onsite Restaurant – Hotel – Live Music – Shopping – Spa
Travel to old-world Spain, Italy and France when you visit Europa Village. This is a multi-winery resort using European-style varietals and techniques. Each winery offers a different selection of wines, boutique shopping and dining. For example, Bolero is a Spanish inspired winery with a vibrant atmosphere and bold flavors. Here, you can enjoy delicious tapas and microbrews at the onsite restaurant, Bolero Restaurante, and even partake in an olive oil tasting.
C’est La Vie is a journey through France with a wonderful selection of wine tasting and boutique shops with a restaurant coming soon. Vienza is an Italian adventure and not quite finished yet, but will boost a family-friendly atmosphere, hotel and homestyle restaurant. Best of all, all weekend long you can enjoy live music in the Bolero Plaza!
South Coast Winery
34843 Rancho California Road, Temecula, California 92591
Kid-Friendly – Wine Tasting – Live Music – Onsite Restaurant – Hotel & Spa
This family-owned and operated winery sits on 63 acres of lush vineyards and is both an award-winning winery and resort. This makes it perfect for a family weekend in Temecula wine country. You and your family can come enjoy the beautiful property, a delicious meal at Vineyard Rose onsite restaurant and live music on the weekends. In the wine tasting room, kids are allowed, but they would have to stand at the back of the room with another adult. However, the outdoors is free rein for families to enjoy and explore. If you decide to stay at the hotel, kids will love the heated outdoor pool.
Somerset Vineyard & Winery
37338 De Portola Rd, Temecula, CA
Kid-Friendly – Wine Tasting – Live Music
Come and enjoy a relaxed family-friendly atmosphere at Somerset Vineyard & Winery. Kids are welcome to come along with their parents for a lovely day in wine country. On weekends, Somerset has live music, dancing and entertainment. For food, Somerset winery offers a great selection of cheeses, charcuterie boards and salads to enjoy in their beautiful garden area.
Avensole Winery
34567 Rancho California Rd Temecula, California
Kid-Friendly – Live Music – Wine Tasting – Wine Tours – Onsite Restaurant
Avensole is one of Temecula’s oldest wineries and welcomes all ages to come and enjoy a day in wine country. Come out to sip on award-winning wines, explore the grounds and listen to live music. Onsite, enjoy a delicious meal at the Avensole Restaurant which offers up a patio with gorgeous views of the vineyards, great food, craft beers and cocktails. Yes please!
That’s a wrap!
Ready for a day of wine and live entertainment with family? Then head out to wine country to enjoy some of these amazing kid-friendly wineries in Temecula. If you are planning to visit more than one winery in a day, I suggest taking an organized wine tour. I have put together a list of the most unique Temecula wine tours for you to check out. Some tours do allow kids to come along for a reduced ticket.
Also, consider a trip to Temecula wine country in a luxury limo service. Imagine being chauffeured through the rolling hills of Southern California in a plush, comfortable vehicle while taking in the breathtaking scenery. Your experienced driver will pick you up at your doorstep and transport you in style to some of the finest wineries in the region. Sip on a glass of your favorite vintage as you take in the panoramic views of the vineyards and sample the latest offerings from local winemakers.
If you are planning to bring some liquid souvenirs home, also be sure to check out my guide to the best wine travel cases. That way your bottles come home safely.
Looking to extend your time in Temecula? Check out my suggestions for awesome Things to do in Temecula with Kids, Top Temecula Golf Courses, Family-Friendly Temecula Breweries, Temecula glamping sites and Temecula winery hotels.
For more family-friendly wineries in California, check out our posts: Kid-Friendly Wineries Napa and Kid-Friendly Sonoma.
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