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48 Hours in Fairfield, California
Day One: Taste of Fairfield
Morning: Kick off your adventures in Fairfield with a trip to the world-famous Jelly Belly Factory! The Jelly Belly Visitor Center in Fairfield is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and self-guided factory tours operate daily from 9:15 a.m to 4 p.m. Explore a real working factory and learn the secrets to how Jelly Belly creates its legendary Jelly Belly jelly bean. Discover why it can take up to two weeks to make a single bean! After your tour, enjoy a snack in the Jelly Belly Cafe or venture into the Very Cherry Room for the Chocolate & Wine Experience.
Local’s Tip: Although the visitor center is open seven days a week, the factory is only in operation on the weekdays. Plan your visit Monday through Friday if you want to see the workers and machines in operation.
Mid-Morning: Just a mile away from the Jelly Belly Factory is the American Armory Museum, which brings history to life for its visitors with an impressive display of over 60 military vehicles and memorabilia that dates back over 100 years. The superstar of the fleet is General George S. Patton’s 1943 Command Jeep! The museum is open 10 am to 3 pm Wednesday to Saturday and admission is always free.
Lunch in Downtown Fairfield: Our downtown is full of international flavor! Whether you’re craving Italian, Mexican, Indian, Thai, or southern comfort food, we have a restaurant for you in downtown Fairfield. As you walk around the area, check out our iconic Fairfield sign, which has been in place above Texas Street since 1925.
Afternoon: Kayak or paddle board on the Suisun Marsh with Grizzly Waters Adventures! Grizzly Waters hosts nature paddles, full moon paddles, sunset paddles and more in our picturesque Suisun Marsh. You can also customize your own adventure. Please call ahead to schedule your excursion.
Dinner at Heretic Brewery: Heretic Brewing Company is a locally-owned microbrewery and tap room specializing in award-winning full flavored ales and lagers. This nationally recognized brewery now distributes to over a dozen states and multiple countries, and is based right here in Fairfield! There are over 20 beers on tap with multiple flight options and a full kitchen serves delicious appetizers and meals to compliment the brews.
Local’s Tip: Heretic also offers a distillery tasting room that features four flavors of vodka and three types of gin, all distilled from beer made at the brewery from the tanks seen inside the Confessional. The distillery tasting room is open Friday and Saturday
Day Two: Explore Suisun Valley
Brunch: Enjoy breakfast at the Rockville Kitchen and Bar in Suisun Valley, located at the corner of Rockville Road and Suisun Valley Road, in the heart of our wine country
Morning: Start off your wine tasting adventure at Wooden Valley Winery, the oldest winery in operation here in Suisun Valley. The Lanza family has owned Wooden Valley since the 1940s.
Local’s Tip: Learn the history of our wine region while you taste at Wooden Valley!
Just a short drive on Suisun Valley Road will bring you to the Blue Victorian Winery, owned by Vezer Family Vineyard. The Vezers are best known for their Petite Sirah and Zinfandel. The Petite Sirah is so popular that the family has nicknamed the region the “Petite Sirah Capital of the World.”
From here, venture to the historic Mankas Corner, where you’ll find Mankas Grill, the Suisun Valley Filling Station & Visitor Center, and Vezer’s Mankas Gardens tasting room.
Local’s Tip: You can taste wine from several of our smaller, family-owned wineries at the Suisun Valley Filling Station, as well as the Caymus Suisun, the wine Napa Valley’s Caymus Winery has made using grapes from Suisun Valley
Afternoon: Choose Your Adventure!
Option One: Olive Oil Tasting at Suisun Valley’s Il Fiorello Olive Oil Company. Tastings are daily from 11 am to 5 pm and mill tours are available by appointment. Please call ahead to customize your tour and tastings. Afterwards, continue your adventures in Suisun Valley with stops at BackRoad Vines and G V Cellars.
Option Two: Spend the afternoon in nearby Napa Valley. It’s only 20 minutes away from Fairfield!
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Mark your calendars and light up your holiday season! 🎄✨ Check out these 4 magical tree lightings happening right here in Fairfield. Which one will you be going to? 🎅🎁
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Calling all foodies and food lovers alike… this is your sign to try these new restaurants that opened in 2024! 😋
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Yes the brunch at @casaagavefairfield is amazing! 🇲🇽🍳Let me tell you, the Chilaquiles and Huevos Rancheros are a must if you catch yourself in Downtown Fairfield.
Send this to your partner in crime. 👭👬👫
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Even the grown-ups get their own experience at the Jelly Belly Factory. 🍷🍫
The Chocolate and Wine Experience is open daily, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. There is also a non-alcoholic version available for minors. All guests receive a Jelly Belly souvenir wine glass and ‘front of line’ access on the free daily tours. And remember, the tasting menu in the Chocolate and Wine Experience changes throughout the year so even if you are a repeat visitor to the factory, you are sure to try something new!
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Fall and winter wine tastings are just as delightful as any other season! 🍷 Savor the great wine from Suisun Valley (and pick up something for your holiday table)! Reservations are always encouraged but required if you have a big group.
📍Caymus-Suisun 4991 Suisun Valley Rd, Fairfield, CA
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Happy first week of November! 🍂
Looking for something to do in Fairfield this week? Whether it’s a family outing, date night, or going out with your friends, here are some options to keep you busy. SWIPE ➡️ through 🍷🍭
Did we miss anything? Let us know in the comments.
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Looking for an adrenaline boost? Check out @nitrocityracing! 🏎️🏁
Other than tons of new upgrades to the facility and new go-karts, you can also experience axe throwing 🪓 and blacklight mini golf ⛳️ This is the perfect fun for the entire family, corporate events, or even a unique date idea. Come check it out—we had a blast! 😎
📍1560 Gateway Blvd. Fairfield, CA
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Join Suisun City’s 2nd Annual Dia De Los Muertos celebration!
November 2
6:00pm-10:00pm
📍Joseph Nelson Center, 611 Village Dr., Suisun City
Event Highlights:
Live Music: Immerse yourself in the soul-stirring melodies of Mariachi, and the infectious rhythms of DSAS3!
Altars of Remembrance: Explore beautifully crafted altars adorned with marigold flowers, candles, and mementos, paying homage to our departed loved ones.
Beer Garden: Sip on ice-cold cervezas as you enjoy the festivities.
Mexican Food: Satisfy your cravings with authentic Mexican cuisine available for purchase. From savory tacos to sweet pan de muerto, there`s something to please every palate.
Dia de los Muertos is a time to come together, celebrate life, and remember those who have passed on. Hosted by City of Suisun City’s Recreation, Parks, and Marina Department.
Satisfy your sweet tooth! Boba, mochi doughnuts, soft serve AND tanghulu? Yes, please! 🍩 🍡 🍦
@devilnangel_fairfield
📍: Paradise Valley Center, 3336 N Texas St., Fairfield
You can still snag your pumpkins! Swing by @larrysproduce and get yours before they’re gone! 🎃
Cheers to @aureyaaaaaaa for these great shots!
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Celebrate Oktoberfest at @sixflagsdiscoverykingdom with @irenedony ! Not only can you enjoy the park, but you can also take a break to savor German-inspired food and beverages at their Oktoberfest Food Festival 🍻
These limited-time treats are available until November 4. They tried the Bratwurst, Spaetzle, Bierock, Pretzels, and more. For the best value, get the Oktoberfest Sampler, which lets you try six different food items of your choice. They also have live music entertainment! It was such a festive event, so make sure to visit during the festival.
The All People’s Trail at Patwino Worrtla Kodoi Dihi Open Space Park is officially open! This @solanolandtrust trail is designed to ensure that people with disabilities have the opportunity to experience the park’s stunning beauty! The wheelchair accessible trail features a wider path, and the ADA approved surfacing makes a great difference for wheelchair users, people with limited vision and other disabilities. From ancient oak trees to rare wildflowers, and breathtaking views over Suisun Valley, this half-mile accessible loop is welcoming for everyone.
Click the link in our bio to find out more about this amazing trail at Patwino Worrtla Kodoi Dihi Open Space Park
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It’s time for the Munchkin Masquerade at Jelly Belly!
Bring your littles to the Fairfield factory Saturday, October 26, from 9:00am-11:00am
Hosted by Mr. Jelly Belly and Kelly the Clown, treat bags will be available for the first 300 kids and costumes are encouraged!
📍Jelly Belly Visitor Center, One Jelly Belly Lane, Fairfield
Looking for something to do on Halloween? 🎃 Take a stroll through Downtown Fairfield for special tricks and treats! Boos and ghouls of all ages are invited to trick-or-treat their way through downtown. Specially marked downtown businesses will be handing out candy, and there will also be a selfie station and kids’ crafts available.
Enjoy a family-friendly haunting of downtown on October 31, 2024, from 3pm-6pm. Check in at the corner of Texas Street and Jefferson Street for a swag bag!
📸: @cityoffairfield
Experience the bustling hub of Mankas Corner at the Suisun Valley Filling Station! This vintage gas station-inspired tasting room, provides visitors and locals with a friendly hometown music venue to sip some of the best regional and local wine and brews. ⛽️🍻🍷 @svfillingstation
📍Visit the Filling Station today, 2529 Mankas Corner Rd., Fairfield
Take a train ride to a pumpkin patch! 🎃 Western Railway Museum’s Annual Pumpkin Patch Festival is back this October and is on-going Saturdays and Sundays through October 27th from 10am-5pm. The Annual Pumpkin Patch Festival brings food, activities and fun for the whole family. @westernrailwaymuseum
📍 5848 CA-12, Suisun City
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