Frequently Asked Questions
IS A TASTING WRISTBAND REQUIRED?
A Tasting Wristband is required to participate in the restaurant and wine tasting experience. Guests without a wristband may still purchase craft beer, cider, and non-alcoholic refreshers from the Chamber Tap Truck or Tap Wall, as well as food and beverages from participating downtown restaurants.
The festival itself is free, and everyone is welcome to enjoy live entertainment, the Family Fun Zone including the El Camino Health "Togethering Heals" Outdoor Climbing Wall, the new Vintage on Village experience featuring a vintage Porsche showcase, our complimentary Photo Booth, Good Samaritan’s Feel the Beat of Better Health Lounge, community and business booths, shopping, and the vibrant downtown festival atmosphere.
WHAT DOES A TASTING WRISTBAND INCLUDE?
+ Bites Wristband includes:
- One signature tasting from approximately 30 participating Los Gatos restaurants
- Souvenir Taste of Los Gatos tote
+ Bites & Wine Tasting Wristband includes:
- Everything in the Bites Wristband
- Wine tastings from approximately 20 participating wineries, including an exclusive barrel tasting experience with David Bruce Winery
- One ticket redeemable for a local craft beer, hard cider, or non-alcoholic sparkling refresher at the Chamber Tap Truck
- Souvenir stemless wine glass
- Souvenir Taste of Los Gatos tote
WHERE IS THE TASTING EXPERIENCE?
Restaurant tastings are served inside participating downtown restaurants, with each stop identified by a red event flag.
Wine tastings are hosted by local wineries inside participating downtown shops, with each stop identified by a blue event flag.
Please note: Tastings are not served from outdoor booths.
Guests will receive a printed tasting map/program at check-in and can also access a digital map via QR code.
WHERE CAN I BUY BEER, CIDER & NON-ALCOHOLIC REFRESHERS?
The Chamber Tap Truck, located near Athleta at 105 N. Santa Cruz Ave., and the Chamber Tap Wall on Petticoat Lane will be open from 12:00 PM to 4:30 PM.
Beer and cider ticket sales end at 4:00 PM and must be redeemed by 4:30 PM in accordance with ABC regulations.
Tap Truck: Craft beer, hard cider, non-alcoholic sparkling refreshers (raspberry lemonade and watermelon cooler)
Tap Wall: Craft beer
Guests 21 and older with a government issued photo IDs may obtain a 21+ wristband and purchase beverage tickets, redeemable for beer and hard cider. Guests of all ages may purchase sparkling non-alcoholic refreshers.
Unredeemed tickets are non-refundable. Beverage tickets or tokens from prior years or other events will not be accepted.
WHERE CAN I ENJOY ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES?
Guests 21 and older with a Bites & Wine Tasting Wristband may enjoy wine tastings in the official event glass while strolling within the closed festival streets (Village Lane and North Santa Cruz Avenue, between Main Street and Bachman Avenue). Guests 21 and older may also purchase craft beer and hard cider from the Chamber Tap Truck and Tap Wall and enjoy them while strolling within the closed festival streets.
Alcoholic beverages purchased directly from participating downtown restaurants must be consumed on the restaurant’s premises.
MAY CHILDREN ATTEND?
Absolutely. The festival itself is free and all ages are welcome. Be sure to check out the Family Fun Zone featuring free carnival games, the El Camino Health "Togethering Heals" Climbing Wall, and the Chamber Cafe, with family-friendly sandwiches and snacks from Blvd Coffee available for purchase. Families can also enjoy live music, the vintage Porsche showcase on Village Lane, complimentary Photo Booth experience on Grays Lane, and interactive activities hosted by businesses and community organizations throughout the festival.
Children who wish to participate in the restaurant tasting experience will need their own Bites Wristband.
WHERE DO I CHECK IN?
Check-in opens at 11:30 AM.
Purchase or pick up your Tasting Wristband at any of the three event check-in locations:
• Automobuild Breezeway
100 N. Santa Cruz Avenue
• Old Town Los Gatos
50 University Avenue
• By Beyond Text Bookstore
318 N. Santa Cruz Avenue
Guests may check in at any of the above locations, regardless of where they purchased their Tasting Wristband.
Please bring your Eventbrite confirmation. A digital confirmation is fine.
Guests purchasing the Bites & Wine Tasting Wristband must be 21 years of age or older and present a valid government-issued photo ID.
IS PARKING AVAILABLE?
If you plan to enjoy alcoholic beverages, we strongly encourage using a rideshare service or attending with a designated driver. Public parking is available throughout downtown Los Gatos. Parking availability and time limits vary by location.
VIEW TOWN PUBLIC PARKING OPTIONS HERE
WHERE ARE RESTROOMS?
Portable restrooms are conveniently located at:
- Town Plaza Park
- Elm Street Parking Lot* on the upper level, near American Italian Deli
- Southeast corner of Bachman Avenue* at North Santa Cruz Avenue
*ADA-accessible portable restroom available.
IS THE FESTIVAL ACCESSIBLE?
Yes. The festival takes place on public streets and sidewalks throughout downtown Los Gatos. Guests using wheelchairs, mobility devices, or strollers are welcome.
WILL WATER BE AVAILABLE?
Yes. Complimentary drinking water will be available at the San Jose Water hydration truck located in the Family Fun Zone on N. Santa Ave. near Royce St., and water will also be available at select booths throughout the event. We encourage guests to bring a reusable water bottle to refill during the afternoon.
WHAT HAPPENS IF IT RAINS?
Taste of Los Gatos is a rain-or-shine event.
WHAT IS THE REFUND POLICY?
All sales are final. No refunds will be issued.
Tasting Wristbands may be transferred to another guest for this event only by contacting the Los Gatos Chamber of Commerce at 408-354-9300.
For everyone’s protection, ticket resale posts on Chamber social media pages will be removed.
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