Enjoy one of the most unique al fresco dining experiences in Ventura County. With delicious cuisine, wine, live music, a beautiful setting and illuminated, tethered hot air balloons, the Sunset Wine Dinner offers unforgettable memories with friends, clients and family on the grounds of the Fifth Annual Citrus Classic Balloon Festival.

ADVANCE PURCHASE REQUIRED. NO DINNER TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE DURING THE CITRUS CLASSIC.

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2012 DINNER PROGRAM

5:00 pm Welcome – Festival Gates & Dinner Seating Open
Stroll the scenic grounds, browse craft displays or sample at the Wine Tasting Pavilion presented by the Ventura County Winery Association.

6:30 pm Sunset Wine Dinner Commences
Plated salads are served tableside, followed by buffet-service dinner.

7:00 pm Concert by Caught Red-Handed

7:30 pm Assorted Desserts & Limoncello Tasting
As the sun sets, dessert and coffee are served. Limoncello tastings are presented personally by James Carling, Owner of Ventura Limoncello Company. This refreshing liquor is crafted 100% from locally grown lemons.

8:00* pm Evening Glow with Hot Air Balloons*
As hot air balloons inflate and illuminate against the scenic backdrop, dinner guests enjoy the view from their seats, or exit the dinner area to get closer to the balloons.

9:00 pm Dinner Concludes
Guests remain to enjoy After Glow music and dancing with Juano & Friends. Gates close at 11:30 pm

SPOTLIGHT PRESENTATIONS
Enjoy presentations by the Owner of Ventura Limoncello Company, James Carling; and representatives of Blue Moon Brewing Company.

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Dinner limited to 650 guests. $68 pp includes dinner, desserts, beverages, 3 glasses of wine, 1 limoncello tasting, entry into festival. Advance reservations and advance payment required. Reserved Tables of 8 in General Seating available. VIP/Corporate Tables of 8 or 10 available at $75 pp.

* NOTE: Exact timing of Glow is dependent on wind conditions.