Frequently Asked Questions about the Event:
Q: How do I get to the Fort Mason Center Festival Pavilion?
A: There is no street address, but the entrance to Fort Mason Center is at the intersection of Marina
Boulevard and Buchanan Street, in the Marina district, located between Fisherman’s Wharf and the
Golden Gate Bridge on San Francisco Bay.
We encourage public transportation and carpooling. Consider taking advantage of our partnership
Fort Mason Center also offers easy access by MUNI and BART:
Muni Lines Near Fort Mason Center
10 Townsend, 22 Fillmore, 28 - 19th Avenue, 30 Stockton, 47 Van Ness, 49 Van Ness/Mission. For
10 Townsend, 22 Fillmore, 28 - 19th Avenue, 30 Stockton, 47 Van Ness, 49 Van Ness/Mission. For
more details please refer to www.sfmuni.com
By Automobile
East Bay
Bay Bridge to Fremont Street Exit; on Fremont (100 yards north) take first right on Howard; left on
Embarcadero and go 2 miles; left on Bay and go 2 miles; right on Buchanan. Cross Marina
Boulevard and turn sharp right into Fort Mason Center.
North Bay
Golden Gate Bridge (US 101) to Marina Exit; Marina Boulevard (1.5 miles) to Buchanan and turn
Golden Gate Bridge (US 101) to Marina Exit; Marina Boulevard (1.5 miles) to Buchanan and turn
left into Fort Mason Center.
Peninsula/South Bay
US 101 North to 9th Street Exit; 9th across Market and left on Hayes; right on Franklin; left on
US 101 North to 9th Street Exit; 9th across Market and left on Hayes; right on Franklin; left on
Bay; right on Buchanan. Cross Marina Boulevard and sharp right into Fort Mason Center.
Q: What is the parking situation?
A: There will be parking available at the venue for a small fee. Please consider public transportation.
Q: I am a snowboarder that likes wine or a skier that likes beer... Am I welcome on either day?
A: Yes! Each day will showcase BOTH skiing and snowboarding gear and activities. The only
aspect that will change from day to day is that wine will only be served on 11/1, and brews served
only on 11/2.
Q: Are there any charities benefitting from the Festival?
A: Yes! A portion of the proceeds will go to benefit the Sierra Avalanche Center of Lake Tahoe, the Surfrider
Foundation and the Ronald McDonald House Charity.
Q: Can I get free admission to the Festival?
admission to the entire festival!
Q: Do I have to be 21 to get into the Festival?
A: No! All ages are welcome at the Festival and there will be activities and entertainment for
everyone. However, you must be 21, and present a valid, government issued photo ID, to
participate in the wine and beer tastings.
Q: What are the Festival hours?
A: Doors will be open to the public on November 1st from 11pm-8pm, and on Sunday November 2nd
from 11pm-6pm.
Q: I want to participate in the Jobs In Tahoe Fair. How do I schedule an interview?
A: Interviews will be scheduled on a first come, first serve basis at the Festival. Come to the Festival
and sign up with each resort of interest for your interview slot, then browse the Festival until your
time comes up.
Q: What wineries are pouring at the event?
A: Please refer to our “Wine Expo” page for more information on the more than 60 participating
wineries.
wineries.
Q: What breweries will I see at the Festival?
breweries.
Q: I am a winery or brewery that would like to get involved. What do I do?
participation.
Q: I am a vendor interested in participating in the event? How do I get involved?
Q: My company in interested in being an event sponsor or advertising with the event. How can we do that?
Q: Who is putting on the Winter Sale?
A: The Million Dollar Winter Sale will be hosted by Porter’s Tahoe and Lombardi Sports. Both stores will
work together to showcase over $1 million in ski and snowboard gear to all event attendees. Get
your 08/09 winter gear at the BEST POSSIBLE PRICE! Blowout deals of up to 70% off skis,
boards and more.
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