BeachLife Festival Announces Food & Beverage Lineup; Set For May 1-3, 2026
BEACHLIFE FESTIVAL 2026
TO OFFER PREMIUM DINING EXPERIENCES
SELECT CALIFORNIA SURF CLUB RESTAURANT SEATINGS
WITH CHEF CHASE CARLSON
AND
CAPTAIN’S BUNGALOW VIP DINING OFFERINGS FROM
NOTABLE LOCAL RESTAURANTS
DAOU VINEYARDS PROUDLY RETURNS AS THE
OFFICIAL WINE PARTNER OF BEACHLIFE FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL TAKING PLACE MAY 1-3, 2026
ON THE WATERFRONT IN REDONDO BEACH, CA
MUSIC FROM DURAN DURAN, THE OFFSPRING, JAMES TAYLOR AND HIS ALL-STAR BAND,
THE CHAINSMOKERS, MY MORNING JACKET, SLIGHTLY STOOPID, SHERYL CROW,
BEN HARPER & THE INNOCENT CRIMINALS,
JOAN JETT & THE BLACKHEARTS, GROUPLOVE, PEACH PIT AND MANY MORE
TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW AT BEACHFESTIVAL.COM
California Surf Club – North Grill Steak Tacos
California Surf Club – North Grill Calamari
Southern California’s premier live music, art, and culinary event BEACHLIFE FESTIVAL, taking place May 1-3, 2026 on the picturesque waterfront in Redondo Beach, CA, understands that in addition to the sights– stunning coastal views–and sounds–a stellar lineup of musical acts–no festival experience is complete without only the best food and beverage offerings. Partnering with a team of renowned local chefs, BeachLife Executive Chef Chase Carlson, DAOU Vineyards, the Official Wine Partner of BeachLife Festival, and a variety of delicious global cuisine, this year promises a touch of sophistication to the festival experience making BeachLife 2026 an unforgettable celebration of Southern California’s iconic beach life.
After making its debut at last year’s festival, the newly opened California Surf Club–a first-of-its-kind fine-dining and full-service membership club located on the festival grounds–will once again open the doors to club members and a select BeachLife 2026 attendees. BeachLife Executive Chef Chase Carlson will oversee this exclusive VIP dining experience where non-member VIP, Captain, and Captain Plus festival attendees will indulge in artfully prepared gourmet cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, and personalized service within a private, laid-back, luxury-meets-surf atmosphere overlooking the LowTide stage and Redondo Beach coast. Walk-up reservations will be available to those with VIP and Captain tickets at the North Grill entrance of the building located within the festival grounds, while Captain Plus ticketholders may enter through the private club entrance.
Elsewhere, the Captain’s Culinary Experience, hosted in the Captain’s Bungalow lounge exclusively for Captain and Captain Plus ticketholders with a spacious view overlooking the HighTide stage, will showcase cuisine from local notable chefs featuring a unique and diverse menu each day of the festival. This year, the Captain’s Bungalow will highlight excelling South Bay restaurants, including Tin Roof Bistro, AttaGirl Hermosa Beach, and California Surf Club North Grill.
“California Surf Club is catering the Captains’ area because it’s a high-trust, flagship hospitality role tied directly to the BeachLife brand,” says Chef Chase Carlson. “For me, it means I am leading one of the most visible and high-pressure culinary executions of the festival. It’s an opportunity to do something different, to create a memory for a guest.”
In addition to exclusive access to the Captain’s Bungalow, Captain and Captain Plus ticketholders also have dedicated unobstructed viewing areas in front and side of stage, hosted bar with beer, wine provided by DAOU, and cocktails, artist meet & greets, preferred VIP parking, private bars and restrooms ensuring shorter lines, and more. There are a limited number of Captain tickets still available.
DAOU Vineyards proudly returns as the Exclusive Wine Partner of BeachLife Festival, reinforcing the brand’s commitment to pairing world-class wines with unforgettable experiences. As a longtime partner, DAOU will once again elevate the festival experience, offering attendees exclusive access to its acclaimed portfolio of wines at the DAOU VIP Deck and Cabana, as well as throughout the festival at DAOU Wine Bars, open to all attendees. Year after year, DAOU’s partnership with BeachLife Festival brings the essence of Paso Robles to the Southern California coast, offering festivalgoers an unforgettable blend of exceptional wine, live music, and coastal living in every glass.
“DAOU is thrilled to reunite with BeachLife for our fifth year of celebrating music, fun, wine, and the joy of living,” shares Neb Lukic, President at DAOU Family Estates. “BeachLife is a truly unique event, centered on delivering an unforgettable experience–much like DAOU wines themselves. At DAOU, we are driven by an unwavering commitment to delight our consumers, and the South Bay remains our strongest and most loyal community. BeachLife perfectly embodies the spirit of celebration we cherish, bringing together so many of our fans in one extraordinary setting. We are honored to be part of such an incredible event and look forward to another unforgettable year.”
In addition to the premium dining experiences, BeachLife will offer various food and beverage options including multiple bars, lounges, food vendors, and food trucks across the venue with vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options available, accessible to all festival goers. Those available this year include Habit Burger, LoZio Osteria, Wise Barbecue, Innamorata Gelato and more.
New for those looking for an alternative to alcohol, experience a taste of Fiji at the Fiji Airways Kava Bar, where fans can enjoy a traditional welcome drink. Relax, connect, and immerse in a key part of Fijian culture by sharing a bowl of kava. Join for a moment of calm and authentic island hospitality by the beach. For kava information or reference, please use this Tourism Fiji page for guidance here. STōK Cold Brew Coffee is hosting the SpeakEasy Stage where rock legends and Southern California punk staples will perform reimagined stripped-down versions from their catalogs. LowTide Stage sponsor Cove Soda will be introducing their zero-sugar probiotic soft drinks to BeachLife attendees. HOPWTR will offer their non-alcoholic, sparkling hop water that blends black tea with tangy lemon, providing a hoppy, citrus-forward, and refreshing alternative to beer. Best Bay Brewing will also be onsite with a selection of non-alcoholic beers.
Since launching in 2019, BeachLife has quickly established a reputation for combining the best of Southern California’s idyllic culture into a one-of-a-kind experience with something for everyone. With an eclectic group of legendary top talent and exciting inspired emerging artists spanning rock, indie, pop, jam, reggae and more, BeachLife 2026 will feature headlining sets from Duran Duran, TheOffspring, James Taylor and His All-Star Band, as well as The Chainsmokers, My Morning Jacket, Slightly Stoopid, Sheryl Crow, Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals, Joan Jett & The Blackhearts, Grouplove, Peach Pit and many more (full lineup listed here).
Beyond the wide-ranging food and drink offerings, the festival grounds will also feature interactive experiences, art installations, onsite activations highlighting various brand-focused fan engagements, giveaways, photo moments, and information on sustainable initiatives as well as boutique shopping, games and more. BeachLife 2026 is thrilled to be partnering with such brands including Fiji Airwaves, Delta Air Lines, DAOU, Cove Soda, Aperol, Mionetto, Hendrick’s Gin, Salt Point, Jack Daniel’s, Tequila Herradura, Ilegal Mezcal, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, STōK Cold Brew Coffee, Waterloo, Johnny Pops, Lifeway Kefir, HOPWTR, Best Day Brewing, Open Water and many more.
Tickets for the BeachLife Festival are on sale now at www.beachlifefestival.com. All ages are welcome and children ages 6 and under are free with ticketed adult. For detailed descriptions of ticket options, please visit: www.beachlifefestival.com/
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About BeachLife Festival:
BeachLife Festival is Southern California’s premier multi-day live music, art, and culinary experience, held on the beach in the South Bay of Los Angeles County. “We were lucky enough to grow up in Southern California on the beach, surfing, hanging out with sand between our toes, vibing with friends and living the beach life,” shares Allen Sanford, BeachLife Founder & Owner. “Our culture celebrates the power and the beauty of the ocean and coastal resources — our waves, wind, smell of sea salt, beaches, sand, and wildlife that call this their home.” BeachLife Festival features music acts on four stages, high-end dining with well-known celebrity chefs, a silent auction benefiting BeachLife’s primary charities, and multiple surf and skateboarding components. BeachLife Festival was co-founded by Allen Sanford and Rob Lissner, along with Brand Director and SpeakEasy Stage curator Jim Lindberg (Pennywise / solo artist / author).
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