September 18–20: EPIC Fest at The Ava Hotel
Kick off fall with EPIC Fest at The Ava Hotel, a three-day celebration bringing together food, wine, and hospitality. With culinary and beverage experiences taking place throughout the weekend, EPIC Fest offers food lovers an opportunity to discover the people and flavors shaping Paso's culinary scene. The weekend includes collaborative chef dinners, winemaker tastings, sunset celebrations, and other special culinary experiences.
Event Details
Location: The Ava Hotel, 944 Pine Street, Paso Robles
Family-friendly: No
Admission: Tickets are required. Individual experiences and VIP packages are available.
Lodging: The Ava Hotel is the most convenient lodging option since the event takes place on-site. For additional downtown options, explore Travel Paso's downtown lodging guide.
September 19–20: Whale Rock Music & Arts Festival
If live music is more your speed, Whale Rock Music & Arts Festival brings two days of music, art, food, and community to Castoro Cellars. With performances, local artists, food and beverages, and activities for the whole family, it's an easy way to spend a fall weekend surrounded by creativity. The festival features two stages, kids' crafts and games, yoga, local art, wine, beer, cider, and food trucks.
Event Details
Location: Castoro Cellars – Whale Rock Disc Golf Course, 1315 N. Bethel Road, Templeton
Family-friendly: Yes. Kids' crafts and games are part of the festival, and children ages four and under enter free.
Admission: Tickets are required. Visit the Whale Rock Music Festival website for current ticket options and pricing.
Lodging: The Bellaserra, Riverlodge, and Hampton Inn & Suites are the closest hotels to the festival.
September 25–27: Cherry Bombe Farmers & Makers Weekend
Food lovers can plan a September getaway around Cherry Bombe Farmers & Makers, a weekend highlighting women working across food, farming, wine, and the creative community. From farmers and makers to chefs and winemakers, the event offers opportunities to connect with the people behind some of the Central Coast's most exciting food experiences. The three-day weekend includes a welcome party, a wine-pairing lunch, the Farmers & Makers Market, culinary talks, dinners, and a downtown walking tour.
Event Details
Location: Multiple locations throughout Paso Robles: The 1889 House, The Piccolo, The Ava Hotel, and other participating venues.
Family-friendly: Primarily an adult food, wine, and culinary experience.
Admission: Tickets are required for individual experiences. Weekend passes are sold out, but individual event tickets are still available.
Lodging: The Piccolo and The Ava Hotel are especially convenient for this weekend, with several events taking place at or near both properties.
October: Paso Robles Harvest Wine Month
October brings Harvest Wine Month, a month-long collection of experiences taking place throughout Paso Robles. Rather than one central festival, participating wineries host their own celebrations, giving visitors plenty of ways to experience the season. Look for grape stomps, harvest celebrations, specialty tours, winemaker dinners, live music, and other seasonal happenings throughout the month.
Event Details
Location: Throughout Paso Robles Wine Country and participating wineries.
Family-friendly: Some harvest celebrations are family-friendly, while others are designed for adults.
Admission: Varies. Some events are free, while others require tickets or reservations.
Lodging: Allegretto Vineyard Resort and CaliPaso Winery & Villa offer wine country stays.
Paso Robles Inn, Hotel Cheval, The Piccolo, and The Ava Hotel make it easy to enjoy downtown dining and nightlife alongside your harvest adventures.
October 2–3: Three Speckled Hens Antique Show
Trade the vineyards for vintage finds at Three Speckled Hens Antiques & Old Stuff Show. The annual event brings antique dealers, vintage treasures, collectibles, and plenty of things you probably weren't planning to take home—but might. With more than 75 vendors at the 2026 fall market, it's a fun choice for anyone who likes their weekend getaway to involve a little treasure hunting.
Event Details
Location: Paso Robles Event Center, 2198 Riverside Avenue, Paso Robles
Family-friendly: Yes. Children under 12 are free.
Admission: Tickets are available. Friday First ‘Peck’ admission is $12. Saturday Early Admission is $10, and General Admission is $5. A full weekend pass is $15. Parking is $5 per vehicle.
Lodging: Best Western Black Oak is conveniently located across from the Paso Robles Event Center.
October 10: Paso Robles Pioneer Day
One of Paso Robles' longest-running traditions takes over downtown on Pioneer Day. The annual celebration brings the community together with a parade featuring antique tractors, horse-drawn wagons, marching bands, floats, vintage cars, and equestrian groups. The celebration continues afterward with the traditional bean feed and activities in City Park. It's a chance to experience a tradition that has been part of Paso's community for generations. The parade and bean feed are part of the day's free community celebration.
Event Details
Location: Downtown Paso Robles, with the parade beginning at 16th and Spring Streets and continuing toward City Park.
Family-friendly: Yes. Pioneer Day is designed as a community celebration for all ages.
Admission: Free.
Lodging: The Piccolo and The Ava Hotel are especially convenient for this event since they’re located right downtown.
October 22–24: The Bovine Classic Gravel Cycling Event
For cyclists, The Bovine Classic, a gravel cycling event that brings riders out onto the region's backroads for a weekend of riding and exploration, offers a completely different way to experience Paso Robles. The 2026 event features three routes designed for riders with different skill and fitness levels, along with opportunities to explore Paso's country roads, rolling ranchlands, oak forests, wineries, breweries, restaurants, and other outdoor experiences.
Event Details
Location: Routes throughout the Paso Robles and Atascadero wine country region.
Family-friendly: The weekend welcomes families and spectators, but the gravel rides themselves are designed for registered cyclists.
Admission: Registration is required for riders. 2026 ride pricing is listed at approximately $180–$250, depending on registration/package.
Lodging: Allegretto Vineyard Resort is an especially good option for riders, with the event offering special rates there.
October 24: Paso Robles Día de los Muertos Festival
On October 24, the Día de los Muertos Festival brings color, art, music, and cultural traditions to Paso Robles. The celebration offers an opportunity to learn, participate, and experience an important cultural tradition within the local community. The 2026 festival includes traditional ofrendas, live cultural dance and music, food and craft vendors, family activities, educational programs, and face painting.
Event Details
Location: Downtown City Park, Paso Robles
Family-friendly: Yes.
Admission: Free for all ages.
Lodging: Paso Robles Inn, Hotel Cheval, The Piccolo, and The Ava Hotel are convenient downtown options.
November 5–8: Paderewski Festival and Garagiste Wine Festival
For those looking to experience two events in one weekend, this may be your time to travel to Paso.
The Paderewski Festival celebrates music, history, and the legacy of Ignacy Jan Paderewski, whose connection to Paso Robles dates back more than a century. The four-day festival includes concerts, cultural programming, wine experiences, and educational events.
At the same time, the Garagiste Festival celebrates small-production wineries and the independent winemakers behind them. Two very different events, one weekend, and plenty to explore.
Event Details
Location: Events take place at multiple venues throughout Paso Robles; check each festival's schedule for specific locations.
Family-friendly: The Paderewski Festival offers a range of cultural and musical programming; individual events may vary. Garagiste is primarily an adult wine-focused event.
Admission: Tickets and passes are required for many festival events. Pricing varies by program, so check the Paderewski Festival and Garagiste Festival websites for current information.
Lodging: Paso Robles Inn, Hotel Cheval, The Piccolo, and The Ava Hotel offer convenient downtown locations for exploring the weekend's programming.
November 7: Warbirds Wheels & Wings Car Show
For aviation and automobile enthusiasts, Warbirds Wheels & Wings Car Show offers a day spent among historic aircraft, classic automobiles, and local history. Held at Estrella Warbirds Museum, the event brings together two very different kinds of machinery for a unique fall experience.
Event Details
Location: Estrella Warbirds Museum, Paso Robles
Family-friendly: Yes.
Admission: Check the Estrella Warbirds Museum or event website for 2026 admission details; pricing was not clearly published at the time of writing.
Lodging: Paso Robles Inn or The Ava Hotel offer convenient downtown bases. Allegretto Vineyard Resort offers a wine-country option for extending the weekend.
Pick Your Reason to Visit
Fall in Paso Robles isn’t about following one itinerary. It’s about finding the festival, concert, wine experience, ride, or local tradition that makes you want to pack your bags and head this way. Choose an event that catches your interest, find a place to stay, and leave time to explore Paso Robles wineries, restaurants, shops, and scenic backroads while you’re here. From Fall in Paso Robles and the region’s celebrated Paso Robles wineries to exploring Downtown Paso Robles and discovering local restaurants, there’s plenty to build into your getaway.
With events filling the calendar from September through November, there’s more than one way to experience fall in Paso Robles. When you’re ready to hit the road, Travel Paso’s Getting Here & Getting Around guide can help you plan your route and make the most of your time in wine country.
Event dates and details are subject to change.
Check with individual event organizers before making travel plans.
