48 Hours in America's Favorite Small (Wine) Town

A good weekend starts in Lodi. And from there, the weekend writes itself. Summer in Lodi doesn't really announce itself; it just settles in. The berries are sizing up on the vine, the light lingers well into the evening, and the Delta Breeze rolls through most nights to take the edge off the afternoon heat. Wine country moves at an easy pace this time of year.  And here, you don't need a script, a special occasion, or even a reservation to feel right at home. That's the whole spirit of Lodi wine country: come as you are, sip as you please, and let the weekend unfold. Many of our 60-plus tasting rooms welcome walk-ins with a smile and a pour, so you can plan a little, plan a lot, or simply arrive. There's one more reason this summer feels special. In June, Parade and Steller named Lodi the national winner of the America's Favorite Small Towns 2026 competition , selected from a pool of 300 nominated towns. The judges pointed to the region's agricultural heritage, vibrant culture, an

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