September Brings Bounty of Farm-to-Fork Events to Sacramento

Sacramento is America’s Farm-to-Fork Capital, home to more than 40 regional farmers' markets and more than 1.5 million acres of active farmland. In Sacramento, Farm-to-Fork is more than a trend or a catchphrase; it’s a way of life. And every year, the entire community comes out in September for an epic Farm-to-Fork celebration to get a taste.

From wine tasting to a free festival, an exclusive dining experience, and hanging with renowned chefs, there’s no better way to celebrate the region’s bounty than one of these upcoming Farm-to-Fork events.

Legends of Wine: September 4, 2025

Sacramento’s Farm to Fork festival kicks off with the much-anticipated Legends of Wine event on September 4, 2025. At dusk, the best wines in the Sacramento region will be poured in front of the state Capitol. The sunset will illuminate the Tower Bridge as local winemakers pour their best varietals alongside perfect cheese pairings.

If this sounds like an idyllic evening, then the Legends of Wine event is for you.

International wine experts and taste-makers Darrell Corti and David Berkley know a thing or two about wine. Corti is considered one of the most influential people in California’s wine industry and has been inducted into the Vintners Hall of Fame. Berkley served as White House Wine Consultant for the Reagan, Clinton, and Bush administrations.

These local “legends of wine” select the wineries that best represent Sacramento’s wine scene for the Legends of Wine event. Each winery pours two varietals. Guests can pair their tastings with cheese, bread, sausage, and desserts from local restaurants.

Get your tickets for Legends of Wine, and you can meet the winemakers producing some of the most talked-about wines in and around the region, mingle with other oenophiles (wine lovers), and meet the iconic wine legends themselves.

Date and Time

Thursday, September 4, 2025 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

After the Event

Want to keep the party going into fall? The largest crop coming out of Sacramento County in 2024 wasn’t rice or tomatoes – it was wine grapes. It’s always a good time of year to enjoy a tasting of Sacramento’s Farm-to-Fork culture. Get started with Visit Sacramento’s guide to over 200 local wineries.

Farm-to-Fork Festival at Terra Madre Americas: September 26 - 28, 2025

The annual Farm-to-Fork Festival returns to Sacramento from September 26th through 28th, 2025… this time in a brand new venue! This year, farm-to-fork fans will gather at the SAFE Credit Union Convention Center in Downtown Sacramento to enjoy the region’s biggest fresh food party with local food, wine, and beer.

This new spin on a beloved Sacramento event fuses the Farm-to-Fork festival with Terra Madre Americas, the American version of the world-renowned Slow Food’s Terra Madre Salone del Gusto held annually in Turin, Italy.

Visit Sacramento has hosted the Farm-to-Fork Festival for over a decade, and in that time, it has grown to become one of the most anticipated events of its kind in Northern California.

“Sacramento’s reputation as a food destination has continued to grow, with restaurants flourishing, the MICHELIN Guide and James Beard Foundation recognizing our community, and media from across the country writing about our restaurants. Slow Food selecting Sacramento as its American host is a true testament to where the city is in our culinary journey, and marrying the event with the Farm-to-Fork Festival will take the event to the next level,” said Visit Sacramento president & CEO Mike Testa.

Attendees of this free event will enjoy a smorgasbord of culinary adventures, including opportunities to:

• Taste the fresh, Farm-to-Fork flavors of Sacramento from local food trucks, grocers, growers, and vendors.
• Enjoy an incredible selection of wines and craft beers from Northern California vineyards and breweries.
• Bring the entire family to enjoy cooking demonstrations, family activities, live music, and interactive exhibits.

Pair your eats with an exciting line-up of musical acts lasting all weekend. Headliners include names like The War on Drugs, Spoon, and Big Head Todd & The Monsters.

View this year’s music line-up.

Admission to the festival is free, but you’ll want to bring your card for vendor, food, and alcohol purchases. Terra Madre Americas is a cashless event. This family-friendly event is for all ages.

Dates and Time

Friday, September 26 | 12:00PM - 9:00PM Saturday, September 27 | 10:00AM - 10:00PM Sunday, September 28 | 10:00AM - 6:00PM

The Grand Tasting: September 26, 2025

Elevate your Farm-to-Fork experience at The Grand Tasting, a 21+ and older event taking place at the SAFE Credit Union Convention Center in Ballroom A.

The Grand Tasting is a highlight of Sacramento’s culinary scene. It features tastings from more than 20 of the region’s renowned chefs, beer and wine, and live entertainment by local band Dunsbar Road. The unlimited tastings include fare from some of Sacramento’s Michelin-recommended restaurants.

Enjoy selections from these amazing local favorites:

• The 7th Street Standard
• Camden Spit and Larder (Michelin-recommended)
• Chicha Peruvian Kitchen & Café
• Hawks Public House (Michelin-recommended)
• Ginger Elizabeth Chocolates
• Kru
• Nixtaco
• And more!

This is a separate event within the festival and a ticket is required for entry. Learn more.

Tower Bridge Dinner: September 7, 2025

The Tower Bridge Dinner is the most exclusive and talked-about event at the Sacramento region’s Farm-to-Fork celebration. Each September, the festival includes this one-of-a-kind, unforgettable dining experience and fundraiser on the Tower Bridge.

The 2025 Tower Bridge Dinner included a distinguished group of local chefs from some of Sacramento’s most acclaimed and popular restaurants, including:

• Bucky Bray of Nixtaco Folsom
• Devin Dedier of Vacanza Romana
• N’Gina Guyton
• Jeana Marie of Omakase Por Favor

Tickets to this exclusive event sell out fast every year. Each summer, a drawing for the chance to purchase two tickets to the dinner opens in July, so be sure to visit farmtofork.com in the summer of 2026 to see if your luck will take you to next year’s Tower Bridge Dinner event.

After the Event

If you weren’t one of the lucky few to snag a coveted ticket to the Tower Bridge Dinner, don’t despair. There’s plenty of farm-to-fork fare to be found in Sacramento year-round. From fine dining with local Michelin star winner The Kitchen to stocking your own kitchen at the Natural Food Co-op, you’ve got plenty of options. Discover 20 of the best farm-to-fork spots in Sacramento.

This blog, originally published in 2024, has been updated to feature details and information about 2025 Farm-to-Fork events in Sacramento.