The 16th annual Santa Lucia Highlands Sun, Wind, and Wine Festival is coming up on Saturday, May 18. Spend the day sampling over 100 wines from local wineries, and enjoying incredible food offerings from many of the area’s finest establishments. There is a range of ticket options. The event takes place at Mer Soleil Winery. 1290 River Road, Salinas. (707) 967-3010, mersoleilwines.com, santaluciahighlands.com.