This Iconic Los Cabos Food & Wine Festival Is Returning This December

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We at The Cabo Sun have some delicious news for your December plans: Sabor a Cabo, Los Cabos’ iconic food and wine festival, is officially back this December 6 – and this year’s edition is going big with a Queen-themed night, a new venue, and an even stronger “with a cause” mission.

What Exactly Is Sabor a Cabo?

If you’ve never timed your trip around Sabor a Cabo, think of it as Los Cabos’ ultimate eat-and-sip marathon. For one night, many of the region’s top restaurants, wineries, and breweries set up tasting stations so you can wander between bite-sized creations, Baja wines, craft beers, and cocktails, all under the stars.

We’ve already called Los Cabos a dream destination for foodies thanks to its mix of fine dining, farm-to-table spots, and taco-stand legends, and Sabor a Cabo is a perfect snapshot of that scene in one place. It also shows up regularly in roundups of the top annual events in the destination, right alongside big-name tournaments and festivals.

This year marks the 17th edition of the festival, which has grown into one of Baja California Sur’s most important culinary events and a major calling card for Los Cabos on the global food map.

When & Where It’s Happening

For 2025, Sabor a Cabo is set for Saturday, December 6, 2025, at EDEA Timeless Venue (often called Eden Venue) just outside Cabo San Lucas.

Key details at a glance:

• Date: December 6, 2025
• Approximate time: Late afternoon into midnight (organizers note a 5 p.m. start, with the gastronomic portion and concert stretching through the night)
• Venue: EDEA Timeless Venue, a large open-air event space with room for stages, tasting areas, and lounge zones
• Expected attendance: Around 2,200–2,400 people, a capacity organizers keep intentionally capped for safety and comfort

If you’re already planning a winter escape, this fits perfectly into December travel – the same season we’ve highlighted before for special winter-only experiences in Los Cabos like whale watching and holiday events.

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A Queen-Themed Night With God Save The Queen

Each edition of Sabor a Cabo leans into live music, and this year the festival is dedicated to the legendary rock band Queen. The headliner is God Save The Queen, a long-running Argentinian tribute band known for stadium-style shows packed with Queen’s greatest hits. Their concert is scheduled as the big nighttime finale at the venue, turning the festival into a full-on food, wine, and classic-rock party.

Expect the tasting portion earlier in the evening, followed by activations and then the concert, so you can graze your way through Baja flavors before singing along to “Bohemian Rhapsody.”

Eat, Drink & Give Back

One thing we love about Sabor a Cabo is that it’s not just indulgent – it’s altruistic. Organizers emphasize that this is a fundraising festival with a purpose. This year, proceeds once again support:

• The Cabo San Lucas Fire Department, helping fund equipment and operations for the local bomberos.
• Boquitas Felices, a community soup kitchen that feeds children in the Caribe neighborhood on a daily basis.

On the food and drink side, the president of the festival has already confirmed around 46 restaurant and hotel operations are on board, with more expected to join as the date approaches. In previous years, lineups have included dozens of local restaurants and wine producers from across Baja California Sur, so you can reasonably expect everything from elevated Baja-Med cuisine to fresh seafood, tacos, and modern Mexican tasting bites.

Tickets, Pricing & How To Attend

According to the latest briefing, tickets are available in multiple tiers, roughly along these lines:

• General area – the most accessible option, with standing room a bit farther from the stage
• Gold area – closer viewing with seating
• Platinum VIP tables – a 10-person VIP setup that includes extras like a bottle of tequila and prime sightlines

Recent information pegs starting prices in the general area at around 5,000 MXN, with Gold and VIP options priced higher. Exact rates and inclusions can change, so always double-check the official site before you buy.

For full details and to purchase tickets, head directly to:

• Festival site: saboracabooficial.com
• Event listing on Visit Los Cabos, which also frames it within the broader culinary calendar for the destination

Given how quickly big events are filling up in a record-breaking tourism year, we recommend locking in both your event tickets and hotel well in advance. You can also cross-reference your dates with other festivals in our guide to the top events heating up the second half of 2025 to build a full festival-hopping itinerary.

Tips From The Cabo Sun For Making The Most Of It

Based on how festival season usually plays out here in Cabo, a few practical hacks:

• Dress “Baja chic.” Think breezy, dressy-casual outfits and comfortable shoes that can handle grass and dancing. Evenings in December can feel cooler than you expect, so bring a light layer.
• Plan your ride. EDEA is just outside Cabo San Lucas; pre-book a taxi or private transfer, especially if you’ll be sampling wine and cocktails.
• Show up hungry but pace yourself. With dozens of tasting booths, it’s easy to fill up in the first hour. Do a lap, scout your favorites, then circle back.
• Make it part of a bigger foodie trip. Use the festival as your anchor, then spend the rest of your stay checking out some of the restaurants and culinary experiences we highlight in our foodie guide to Los Cabos and annual events roundup.

Whether you’re a die-hard Queen fan, a wine nerd, or just someone who loves the idea of eating your way around Los Cabos in one unforgettable night, Sabor a Cabo’s return this December is one of the best excuses to finally book that winter Cabo getaway.