Celebrate crab season in Northern California by attending the Seafood & Sips Mendocino event from Jan. 26- Feb. 4. This 10-day extravaganza is packed with events that showcase the food and drink of the region. Come experience all the deliciousness Mendocino has to offer at this fun event!
This year, California’s crab season kicks off in early January. By the time this event rolls around, local eateries will have a lot of freshly caught crab to prepare and serve.
Did you know that Mendocino is also a wine-producing region? There are plenty of small wineries where you can have a flight before dining on local crab.
So many locals are participating in this fun event. The event does not just take place in one place.
The activities for Seafood & Sips are sprinkled throughout the area. We recommend renting a hotel room, or if you’re traveling with a group, rent a VRBO, and plan your schedule around the event.
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This festival promises a fusion of flavors as local fishermen, winemakers, brewmasters, distillers, craft farmers, and chefs come together to create exceptional food and drink.
There are two “anchor events” on both weekends of the festival. These events offer wine tastings from dozens of wineries, plus crab cakes, oysters, and more!
One of the other events includes Mendocino Sparkling Wine Celebration on Jan. 27 from 1-4 p.m. in Hopland. Enjoy sparkling wine and fresh oysters at Saracina Vineyards.
And get your tickets for the annual Crab Cake Cook-Off & Wine Tasting Competition on Feb. 3 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This event celebrates 30 years of Mendocino Coast Clinics.
Nearly every restaurant in town is participating in some way. Visit the event’s website to see a list of participating restaurants and the details about their respective events. In addition to dining and drinking, there are many fun things to do in Mendocino.
Book an hour-long boat tour with Captain Dan who’s been a commercial fisherman for 35 years. Or step inside the Kelley House Museum, an 1861 Victorian home, and see how people lived in Mendocino’s early days.
A Festival Guide provides a roadmap to the various celebrations happening throughout Mendocino County during Seafood & Sips.
Consult the guide to create an itinerary that everyone in your party will enjoy. Whether it's visiting art galleries in Mendocino, exploring small wineries, or enjoying fresh fish & chips in Noyo Harbor, the guide helps attendees navigate the 10-day festival.
You must spend at least one night in this beautiful area whether it’s during crab season in Northern California or not. Whether you prefer to stay in Mendocino, a cozy country inn, or somewhere unique, there are plenty of options in the Mendocino area.
Shake off the winter blues and visit this beautiful area of California for a lively 10-day festival. You’ll leave Mendocino’s Seafood & Sips extravaganza with a new appreciation for this area of the state!
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