Are you always in the mood to eat great food? Are your taste buds your best buds?
Then mark your calendars for the 30th Anniversary Angels Wine, Food & Brew Festival on June 2nd in Camarillo! This all-inclusive festival is an absolute dream come true for foodies, wine lovers, and hop heads (and a favorite of Ventura County residents).
You’ll have a blast tasting your way through the day, but it’s difficult to experience everything Camarillo has to offer in just a few hours. Make your experience extra special by turning it into the ultimate foodie staycation with these must-try activities and attractions.
Friday
Get the party started on Friday sipping mimosas and enjoying the sights and sounds of Ventura Boulevard on the patio at Old Town Cafe. Or head to Common Perk for some delish donut holes and hot coffee.
After brunch, hit the boulevard for some shopping! The Camarillo Premium Outlets has the word “premium” in its name for a reason. It’s one of Ventura County’s premier shopping destinations with more than 150 big-name brands, such as Armani, Jimmy Choo, Gucci, Versace, and more.
If you’re looking for a little more local flavor, Camarillo Old Town is the place to go. Mix popping into locally owned shops to look for charming finds with sightseeing, as Old Town is home to beautiful historic statues, the amazing St. Mary Magdalen Church, and Studio Channel Islands Art Center. If you’re there on Saturday, make sure to stop at the Camarillo Certified Farmers Market to grab some seasonal produce, colorful flowers, and more!
Camarillo is also filled with dozens of restaurants serving unbelievably delish food with fresh, local ingredients. Let the foodie festivities start early with delicious delights over at El Encanto, Freda’s Woodfired Kitchen, or Fresh Curry Chefs. And grab a sweet treat from the beloved Camarillo Cupcake or Bread Basket Cake Company. Enjoy the mild Camarillo weather, making outdoor dining possible anytime!
Saturday
Your taste buds aren’t the only part of you that deserve a treat. Stop in at Beauty Lounge Med Spa for a rejuvenating facial or other specialized treatment. The spa is known to treat some of Hollywood’s biggest stars, and you’ll feel just like them visiting this Camarillo Old Town gem. Follow that up with a relaxing massage and nail treatment at Plush Med Spa.
In the mood for an outdoor adventure? Pack a picnic lunch and a blanket and go on a leisurely drive out to Mission Oaks Park. This is the ideal place to spend a lazy afternoon nibbling on finger foods. There are also barbecue pits and picnic tables if you want to grill and chill, as well as a play structure and dog park so it’s good for the whole family! Or take in the totally gorgeous local views during an afternoon hike along one of Camarillo’s trails.
Wine down after a fun-filled day with a flight of vino at Cantara Cellars. Love grapes and hops? Cantara Cellars shares space with Flat Fish Brewing Company and Onyx Bistro serves both. The rest of the Camarillo brew crew includes Topa Topa Brewing Co., Institution Ale Co., and Twisted Oak Tavern.
Sunday
Now it’s time for the main event! Head to the beautiful CSU Channel Islands for the 30th Anniversary Angels Wine, Food & Brew Festival. Here under the shade of sycamores, pepper trees, and pop-up tents, get a taste of culinary delights and beverages from some of the finest restaurants, shops, breweries and wineries from Santa Barbara to the Conejo Valley.
Make sure to wear your dancing shoes to this groovy shindig because there’s going to be lots of live entertainment, lineup coming soon!
Proceeds from the Festival support Casa Pacifica Centers for Children & Families, the largest nonprofit provider of children’s and adolescent mental health services in Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties
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