The 24th Annual Taste of Newport

Delicious Drinks...Fantastic Food... Wonderful Weather…and World-Class Live Entertainment! Taste of Newport to feature Andy Grammer, Blondie, Devo and Roger Hodgson of Supertramp

Celebrating its 24th spectacular year, the Taste of Newport will attract over 50,000 people to Newport Center Drive at Fashion Island for the party of the year. The three-day food, wine and music festival hosted by the Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce will be held Friday, September 14th from 6:00pm to 11:00pm, Saturday,… Show more September 15th from 4:00pm to 11:00pm, and Sunday, September 16th from Noon to 8:00pm.

The Taste of Newport serves up culinary masterpieces from nearly 35 of Newport Beach's finest Restaurants, as well as 15 premium wineries from throughout California, ice cold brews and delicious cocktails. The restaurants are truly spectacular, offering everything from spicy tuna rolls and lobster-gazpacho shooters to prime rib and pulled pork sliders and of course decadent desserts. Everyone is sure to find many “palette pleasers” and a new restaurant to try after the Taste. There will be FREE parking in the designated structures at the Santa Rosa entrance, as well as available valet service.

In addition to the great food and dining options, there will be world class live entertainment on the main stage. Over the years, the Taste of Newport has featured some of the world’s greatest performers from the world of rock n roll, pop and dance, jazz and more. This year’s official lineup includes top artists from several musical genres like pop sensation Andy Grammer on Friday, Blondie and Devo headlining Saturday, Roger Hodgson: The Legendary Voice of Supertramp on Sunday and many more throughout the weekend!

"Now in our 24th year, we have something for everyone; outstanding restaurants, the great backdrop of Newport Beach and world-class live entertainment every day. I don’t know that you can find an event that has the culinary and entertainment offerings like the Taste of Newport," commented Jeff Parker, Vice President for the Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce. "Thanks to great cooperative efforts with our sponsors, local restaurateurs and many other valuable event partners, the Taste has become a highly anticipated SoCal event.”

Be sure to visit www.tasteofnewport.com and join our mailing list to receive discount ticket opportunities, entertainment updates and more. Call the Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce at 949-729-4400 for more information.

Cash is not accepted at the individual booths at the Taste. The Taste uses an eScrip card system, similar to a gift card. When you enter the event, go to an eScrip station where you will receive an eScrip Card, add as much value as you would like using cash, credit or debit cards

For event photography, including entertainment photos and bios, please contact Jeff Parker at 949-729-4408 or jparker@newportbeach.com.

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