Now in its 69th year (though we look much younger), the Los Angeles International Wine & Spirits Competition is one of the most prestigious in the United States, attracting thousands of wines and spirits from around the globe. Nearly 100 international experts come to Fairplex to participate in the judging. The spirits judging takes place April 21-23; wine judging takes place May 28-30, after that, we take a little break.

Since its inception in 1935, the competition has maintained the highest standards of integrity and professionalism (yes, in L.A.), earning USA Today’s recognition as one of the Top 5 wine competitions in the United States.

In 1999, the Los Angeles International Extra Virgin Olive Oils Competition added an exciting dimension to our world-renowned wine competition, bringing together the finest international and domestic oils and an impressive panel of judges. The 2008 extra virgin olive oil competition takes place May 27-29.