What is the Southern California Tasting and Auction?

The Southern California Tasting & Auction is an open-air gathering held in the picturesque setting of the Rose Garden and the Aratani Japanese Garden on the first Sunday in May.

Guests mingle with friends, savor fabulous wines and enticing cuisine samples from some of Southern California’s most popular restaurants, while enjoying lively musical and auction entertainment. 

The event also serves to highlight the university's invaluable impact and contributions to the region.

Is there any food available at the event?
Yes, there are many sample tastings donated by our generous restaurant, wine and beer partners. These sample portions do not constitute a meal, however, if you get around to all of our partner booths, it is likely your appetite will be more than satisfied as there are so many to choose from, therefore we suggest you arrive when the event opens to seek out your favorite food and beverages for the best selections. Based on guest attendance and the popularity of our partner’s restaurant, wine, beer or the selection that is being offered, it is possible that some items may run out sooner than others.

We also encourage your patronage to our partners’ establishments to help us thank them for their generous donations to our event.

Will there be any water available?
Yes,  there are water stations available throughout the event.

Are there places to sit down?
There are tables and chairs scattered throughout the event to sit, rest or socialize. Cocktail tables are also provided to stand. With respect to other guests, please don’t hold tables for the entirely of the event. We encourage our guests to circulate among all the tasting booths and sample all that is available.  If you are a guest with special needs, please contact our office for seating arrangements.

Where will proceeds from this event go?

Proceeds from the event will benefit Cal Poly Pomona's 21,000+ students by providing scholarships and academic enrichment opportunities.

How do I get to Cal Poly Pomona?

For driving directions and campus map, please visit http://www.csupomona.edu/map.

Is the event open to anyone who purchases a ticket?

Guests must be 21 and over to attend the event.

What is the cost to attend the event?

General admission is $90 for individual tickets or $75 per ticket when you purchase two or more tickets before or on April 8. All tickets purchased on or after April 8 will be $90.

What is included in the ticket price?

How do I purchase tickets?

You can purchase tickets by filling out the online ticket purchase form which can be found by clicking here. For more information, call (909) 869-4706. 

After I submit my ticket request, when will tickets be mailed to me?

Tickets will be mailed two weeks prior to the event. If tickets are purchased after that, tickets will be at will call the day of the event.

Is the online registration site secure?

Yes. We use the most secure online technology called Secure Socket Layers or SSL that encrypts your personal and credit card information while transferring it from your internet browser to our servers. You can also view the double security of the little yellow lock that will appear on the bottom of your browser window.

Can I purchase tickets at the door?

Yes, you can purchase tickets for $90.00 on event day.

May I arrive anytime during the event?

You may arrive and check in any time between 1 pm and 4 pm, however, in order to take full advantage of the tasting, enjoy the entertainment, peruse and bid on silent auction items and enjoy the live auction as a bidder or spectator, you'll want to arrive early and give yourself plenty of time to experience it all. 

What about parking?

Parking for the event is included in the price of your ticket and will be available at the event site. Accessible parking is also available at the event site. Please check the appropriate event signage when entering the campus on event day. Provisions will be made for those requiring assistance to and from their vehicles to the venue via motorized cart. A campus map is provided for your convenience by visiting http://www.csupomona.edu/map.

Who do I contact if I'm interested in being a sponsor or donating an auction item?

For event & auction info, contact Donna Holman at (909) 869-4731 or e-mail dmholman@csupomona.edu.

For sponsorship/ad info, contact Scott Warrington at (909) 869-4789 or e-mail scwarrington@csupomona.edu. If you would like to sign up as a sponsor, please fill out the form at http://www.polytaste.com/forms/sponsorship.pdf or visit the Sponsors page for more info.

Refunds: Southern California Tasting & Auction/refund policy: All Sales Final.  Important Information: The event takes place Rain or Shine. No pets.