{"id":15948,"date":"2026-01-05T08:00:47","date_gmt":"2026-01-05T16:00:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.napavalley.com\/?p=15948"},"modified":"2026-01-06T13:22:59","modified_gmt":"2026-01-06T21:22:59","slug":"annual-events-napa-valley","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.napavalley.com\/blog\/annual-events-napa-valley\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Annual Events in Napa Valley"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><!-- winecountry_object type=\"business\" id=\"8532\" -->\r\n\r\n[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<a href=\"\/explore\/\">Napa Valley<\/a> is a year-round playground of fun, with each month bringing its own unique flavor of excitement. From sun-soaked summer festivals and lively concert series to fall harvest celebrations and gourmet gatherings, there&#8217;s never a dull moment in Wine Country.\r\n\r\nTo help you plan an unforgettable visit, we\u2019ve curated a list of some of our favorite upcoming events happening throughout the region. So, if you\u2019re dreaming up a trip to Napa Valley, why not elevate your getaway by lining it up with one of these annual events? Here\u2019s our lineup of what\u2019s happening in Wine Country, now through 2026.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_id=&#8221;table-of-contents&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;table-of-contents&#8221;]\r\n<h2>Seasonal Events<\/h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><a class=\"anchorScroll\" href=\"#winter\">Winter Events<\/a>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><a class=\"anchorScroll\" href=\"#Restaurant-Week\">Napa Valley Restaurant Month<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a class=\"anchorScroll\" href=\"#Truffle-Festival\">Napa Valley Truffle Festival<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a class=\"anchorScroll\" href=\"#film-fest\">Yountville International Short Film Festival<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a class=\"anchorScroll\" href=\"#lighted-art\">Napa Lighted Art Festival<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a class=\"anchorScroll\" href=\"#Marathon\">Napa Valley Marathon<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li><a class=\"anchorScroll\" href=\"#spring\">Spring Events<\/a>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><a class=\"anchorScroll\" href=\"#Half-Marathon\">Napa Spring Half Marathon<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a class=\"anchorScroll\" href=\"#Wellness-Week\">Calistoga Wellness Weekend<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a class=\"anchorScroll\" href=\"#BottleRock\">BottleRock Napa Valley<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a class=\"anchorScroll\" href=\"#La-Onda\">La Onda Music Festival<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a class=\"anchorScroll\" href=\"#Auction\">Auction Napa Valley<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li><a class=\"anchorScroll\" href=\"#summer\">Summer Events<\/a>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><a class=\"anchorScroll\" href=\"#park\">Calistoga Concerts in the Park<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a class=\"anchorScroll\" href=\"#jazz\">Napa Valley Jazz Getaway<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a class=\"anchorScroll\" href=\"#Festival-Napa\">Festival Napa Valley<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a class=\"anchorScroll\" href=\"#Music\">Music in the Vineyards<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a class=\"anchorScroll\" href=\"#Country-Fair\">Napa Town &amp; Country Fair<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a class=\"anchorScroll\" href=\"#Blue-Note\">Blue Note Jazz Festival \/ Black Radio Experience<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li><a class=\"anchorScroll\" href=\"#fall\">Fall Events<\/a>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><a class=\"anchorScroll\" href=\"#harvest-season\">Napa Valley Harvest Season<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a class=\"anchorScroll\" href=\"#Harvest-Table\">Calistoga Harvest Table<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a class=\"anchorScroll\" href=\"#Open-Studios\">Open Studios Napa Valley<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t<li><a class=\"anchorScroll\" href=\"#holiday\">Holiday Events<\/a>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><a class=\"anchorScroll\" href=\"#wine-train\">Holidays Aboard the Napa Valley Wine Train <\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a class=\"anchorScroll\" href=\"#Merry-Meritage\">Merry Meritage<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a class=\"anchorScroll\" href=\"#Tractor-Parade\">Calistoga Lighted Tractor Parade<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a class=\"anchorScroll\" href=\"#Christmas-Parade\">Napa Christmas Parade<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a class=\"anchorScroll\" href=\"#winter-in-the-wineries\">Winter in the Wineries<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator border_width=&#8221;2&#8243; el_class=&#8221;text-width&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_id=&#8221;winter&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]\r\n<h2>WINTER (JAN &#8211; MAR)<\/h2>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221; el_class=&#8221;image-gallery&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-3 vc_col-md-3 vc_col-xs-6&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;64936&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; onclick=&#8221;custom_link&#8221; img_link_target=&#8221;_blank&#8221; link=&#8221;https:\/\/napavalleymarathon.org\/?utm_source=wcm&amp;utm_medium=napavalley.com&amp;utm_campaign=content&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-3 vc_col-md-3 vc_col-xs-6&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;64935&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; onclick=&#8221;custom_link&#8221; img_link_target=&#8221;_blank&#8221; link=&#8221;https:\/\/napavalleymarathon.org\/?utm_source=wcm&amp;utm_medium=napavalley.com&amp;utm_campaign=content&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-3 vc_col-md-3 vc_col-xs-6&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;64937&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; onclick=&#8221;custom_link&#8221; img_link_target=&#8221;_blank&#8221; link=&#8221;https:\/\/napavalleymarathon.org\/?utm_source=wcm&amp;utm_medium=napavalley.com&amp;utm_campaign=content&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-3 vc_col-md-3 vc_col-xs-6&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;64934&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; onclick=&#8221;custom_link&#8221; img_link_target=&#8221;_blank&#8221; link=&#8221;https:\/\/napavalleymarathon.org\/?utm_source=wcm&amp;utm_medium=napavalley.com&amp;utm_campaign=content&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;photo-label&#8221;]Photos courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/napavalleymarathon.org\/?utm_source=wcm&amp;utm_medium=napavalley.com&amp;utm_campaign=content\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Napa Valley Marathon<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;Restaurant-Week&#8221;]\r\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/donapa.com\/event\/napa-valley-restaurant-week\/?utm_source=wcm&amp;utm_medium=napavalley.com&amp;utm_campaign=content\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Napa Valley Restaurant Month<\/a><\/h3>\r\nJanuary | Culinary\r\n\r\nEvery January, an array of<a href=\"\/blog\/best-restaurants-in-napa-valley\/\"> restaurants<\/a>, wineries, bars, and even food trucks come together to showcase their culinary prowess during Napa Valley Restaurant Week, each offering a multi-course meal created by award-winning chefs and perfectly paired with Napa Valley wines.[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator border_width=&#8221;2&#8243; el_width=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;Truffle-Festival&#8221;]\r\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.napatrufflefestival.com\/?utm_source=wcm&amp;utm_medium=napavalley.com&amp;utm_campaign=content\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Napa Valley Truffle Festival<\/a><\/h3>\r\nJanuary | Culinary\r\n\r\nNapa\u2019s own claim to fungi fame is the Perigord black truffle, and the annual Napa Valley Truffle Festival is dedicated to these gourmet mushrooms. Events include hunting these delicacies with truffle-sniffing dogs and the Truffle and Wine Dinner.[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator border_width=&#8221;2&#8243; el_width=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;film-fest&#8221;]\r\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yisff.com\/?utm_source=wcm&amp;utm_medium=napavalley.com&amp;utm_campaign=content\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Yountville International Short Film Festival<\/a><\/h3>\r\nJanuary | Music\r\n\r\nNapa\u2019s very own Sundance, the Yountville International Short Film Festival, draws filmmakers from around the globe. Over 100 independent film screenings are shown in pop-up theaters just steps away from <a href=\"\/blog\/best-restaurants-in-yountville\/\">Yountville\u2019s restaurants<\/a> and tasting rooms.[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator border_width=&#8221;2&#8243; el_width=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;lighted-art&#8221;]\r\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cityofnapa.org\/689\/Napa-Lighted-Art-Festival\/?utm_source=wcm&amp;utm_medium=napavalley.com&amp;utm_campaign=content\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Napa Lighted Art Festival<\/a><\/h3>\r\nJanuary &#8211; February | Arts\r\n\r\nThe Napa Lighted Art Festival is a free, walkable outdoor experience in Downtown Napa that transforms the city into an illuminated canvas. The festival invites residents and visitors to engage with immersive installations while highlighting Napa\u2019s historic architecture.[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator border_width=&#8221;2&#8243; el_width=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;Marathon&#8221;]\r\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/napavalleymarathon.org\/?utm_source=wcm&amp;utm_medium=napavalley.com&amp;utm_campaign=content\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Napa Valley Marathon<\/a><\/h3>\r\nMarch | Wellness\r\n\r\nWhy not balance your wine tastings and delicious food explorations by running the Napa Valley Marathon? Known for its breathtaking route along the Silverado Trail, this marathon is often hailed as one of the most scenic in the United States.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator border_width=&#8221;2&#8243; el_class=&#8221;text-width&#8221;][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;conclusion&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1736452562121{background-color: #ede2d0 !important;}&#8221;]\r\n<h3>How many days is enough in Napa Valley?<\/h3>\r\nNapa Valley is a short drive from San Francisco and Sonoma, so it&#8217;s a great destination for a day trip. However, we recommend setting aside two to three days to really take advantage of its renowned wine and dining scene, plus its numerous activities and opportunities for relaxation. <a href=\"\/blog\/best-hotels-in-napa-valley\/\">Explore the Best Hotels in Napa Valley<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator border_width=&#8221;2&#8243; el_class=&#8221;text-width&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_id=&#8221;spring&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]\r\n<h2>SPRING (APRIL &#8211; MAY)<\/h2>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221; el_class=&#8221;image-gallery&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-3 vc_col-md-3 vc_col-xs-6&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;64939&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; onclick=&#8221;custom_link&#8221; img_link_target=&#8221;_blank&#8221; link=&#8221;https:\/\/www.bottlerocknapavalley.com\/?utm_source=wcm&amp;utm_medium=napavalley.com&amp;utm_campaign=content&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-3 vc_col-md-3 vc_col-xs-6&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;64940&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; onclick=&#8221;custom_link&#8221; img_link_target=&#8221;_blank&#8221; link=&#8221;https:\/\/www.bottlerocknapavalley.com\/?utm_source=wcm&amp;utm_medium=napavalley.com&amp;utm_campaign=content&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-3 vc_col-md-3 vc_col-xs-6&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;64941&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; onclick=&#8221;custom_link&#8221; img_link_target=&#8221;_blank&#8221; link=&#8221;https:\/\/www.bottlerocknapavalley.com\/?utm_source=wcm&amp;utm_medium=napavalley.com&amp;utm_campaign=content&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-3 vc_col-md-3 vc_col-xs-6&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;64938&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; onclick=&#8221;custom_link&#8221; img_link_target=&#8221;_blank&#8221; link=&#8221;https:\/\/www.bottlerocknapavalley.com\/?utm_source=wcm&amp;utm_medium=napavalley.com&amp;utm_campaign=content&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;photo-label&#8221;]Photos courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bottlerocknapavalley.com\/?utm_source=wcm&amp;utm_medium=napavalley.com&amp;utm_campaign=content\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">BottleRock Napa Valley<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;Half-Marathon&#8221;]\r\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/napawomenshalf.events\/?utm_source=wcm&amp;utm_medium=napavalley.com&amp;utm_campaign=content\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Napa Spring Half Marathon<\/a><\/h3>\r\nApril | Wellness\r\n\r\nNot quite ready to commit to the Napa Valley Marathon? Opt for the Napa Spring Half Marathon instead, an easy, breezy race route that starts at the Oxbow Commons Park, winds through rolling vineyards, and ends just a short walk away from Napa\u2019s Main Street.[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator border_width=&#8221;2&#8243; el_width=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;Wellness-Week&#8221;]\r\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitcalistoga.com\/wellness-weekend\/?utm_source=wcm&amp;utm_medium=napavalley.com&amp;utm_campaign=content\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Calistoga Wellness Weekend<\/a><\/h3>\r\nMay | Wellness\r\n\r\nWith its numerous hot springs and spas, Calistoga has long been a haven for wellness seekers. The town\u2019s week-long wellness festival celebrates all things good for your body and soul\u2014think yoga and hiking to thoughtful food and wine events.[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator border_width=&#8221;2&#8243; el_width=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;BottleRock&#8221;]\r\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bottlerocknapavalley.com\/?utm_source=wcm&amp;utm_medium=napavalley.com&amp;utm_campaign=content\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">BottleRock Napa Valley<\/a><\/h3>\r\nMay | Music\r\n\r\nHeld every year over Memorial Day weekend, <a href=\"\/blog\/bottlerock-napa-valley\/\">BottleRock<\/a> Napa Valley is the largest music festival in Northern California Wine Country. Thousands of wine and music lovers flock to Wine Country to jam out, feast on unparalleled food, and sip<a href=\"\/blog\/top-wines-from-napa-valley\/\"> world-renowned wines<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator border_width=&#8221;2&#8243; el_class=&#8221;text-width&#8221;][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;conclusion&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1736452523470{background-color: #ede2d0 !important;}&#8221;]\r\n<h3>When is the best time to visit Napa Valley?<\/h3>\r\nThe best time to visit Napa Valley really depends on your interests: winter offers fewer crowds and lower prices, spring brings mustard flowers and mild weather, summer features warm days and music festivals, fall is peak harvest season with abundant activities, and the holiday season offers plenty of cheer. <a href=\"\/blog\/best-time-to-visit-napa-valley\/\">View Our Seasonal Guide<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator border_width=&#8221;2&#8243; el_class=&#8221;text-width&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;La-Onda&#8221;]\r\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.laondafest.com\/?utm_source=wcm&amp;utm_medium=napavalley.com&amp;utm_campaign=content\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">La Onda Music Festival<\/a><\/h3>\r\nMay &#8211; June | Music\r\n\r\nA vibrant, musical celebration of all things Latin tunes, La Onda highlights different Latina music genres over two days at the start of summer. Created by the same crew who host <a href=\"\/blog\/bottlerock-napa-valley\/\">BottleRock<\/a>, festival goers can also partake in silent discos, a dance club, and mouthwatering Latin cuisine.[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator border_width=&#8221;2&#8243; el_width=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;Auction&#8221;]\r\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/auctionnapavalley.org\/?utm_source=wcm&amp;utm_medium=napavalley.com&amp;utm_campaign=content\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Auction Napa Valley<\/a><\/h3>\r\nJune | Wine\r\n\r\nNapa Valley&#8217;s annual Auction is a legendary event that has wine lovers raising glasses (and millions of dollars) for a good cause. Over 50 different <a href=\"\/wineries\/\">wineries<\/a> from across Napa auction off specialty wines and <a href=\"\/blog\/napa-valley-red-wines-besides-cabernet\/\">unique varietals<\/a>, with proceeds supporting Napa Valley\u2019s youth mental health programs.[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator border_width=&#8221;2&#8243; el_class=&#8221;text-width&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_id=&#8221;summer&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]\r\n<h2>SUMMER (JUNE &#8211; AUG)<\/h2>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&#8221;58707&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; add_caption=&#8221;yes&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; onclick=&#8221;custom_link&#8221; img_link_target=&#8221;_blank&#8221; link=&#8221;https:\/\/www.bluenotejazz.com\/jazz-festival-napa\/?utm_source=wcm&amp;utm_medium=napavalley.com&amp;utm_campaign=content&#8221; el_class=&#8221;text-width&#8221;][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;park&#8221;]\r\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitcalistoga.com\/concerts-in-the-park\/?utm_source=wcm&amp;utm_medium=napavalley.com&amp;utm_campaign=content\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Calistoga Concerts in the Park<\/a><\/h3>\r\nJune &#8211; August | Music\r\n\r\nHeld on Thursday nights in summer, the town of Calistoga holds Concerts in the Park. Hosted at the pavilion in Pioneer Park, bring lawn chairs or a picnic blanket and get ready to enjoy a free evening of amazing music.[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator border_width=&#8221;2&#8243; el_width=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;jazz&#8221;]\r\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jazzgetaway.com\/tickets\/?utm_source=wcm&amp;utm_medium=napavalley.com&amp;utm_campaign=content\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Napa Valley Jazz Getaway<\/a><\/h3>\r\nJune | Music\r\n\r\nThe annual Napa Valley Jazz Getaway is a three-day festival hosted at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.meritageresort.com\/?utm_source=wcm&amp;utm_medium=napavalley.com&amp;utm_campaign=content\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Meritage Resort<\/a> with additional evening outings like the Welcome Dinner or one of several Wine Downs.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator border_width=&#8221;2&#8243; el_class=&#8221;text-width&#8221;][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;conclusion&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1736452536299{background-color: #ede2d0 !important;}&#8221;]\r\n<h3>Looking for more events in Napa?<\/h3>\r\nWhen you\u2019re seeking out fun happenings in Napa Valley, don\u2019t stop with just these events. From winemaker dinners to special classes and celebrations, view our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.napavalley.com\/events\/\">Events Calendar<\/a> for the most up-to-date list of events in Napa.[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator border_width=&#8221;2&#8243; el_class=&#8221;text-width&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;Festival-Napa&#8221;]\r\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/festivalnapavalley.org\/?utm_source=wcm&amp;utm_medium=napavalley.com&amp;utm_campaign=content\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Festival Napa Valley<\/a><\/h3>\r\nJuly | Music\r\n\r\nFestival Napa Valley is a spectacular 10-day extravaganza of musical arts, delicious bites, and Napa sips, held across various locations in Napa Valley. While tickets come with a premium price tag, the proceeds are put to good use, supporting youth arts programs, free community concerts, and scholarships.[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator border_width=&#8221;2&#8243; el_width=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;Music&#8221;]\r\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.musicinthevineyards.org\/?utm_source=wcm&amp;utm_medium=napavalley.com&amp;utm_campaign=content\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Music in the Vineyards<\/a><\/h3>\r\nJuly &#8211; August | Music\r\n\r\nMusic in the Vineyards is a nationally-acclaimed chamber music festival that takes place in the heart of Napa Valley Wine Country each summer. The festival unfolds in the elegant settings of Napa Valley&#8217;s acclaimed wineries, from the picturesque landscapes of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.silveradovineyards.com\/?utm_source=wcm&amp;utm_medium=napavalley.com&amp;utm_campaign=content\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Silverado Vineyards<\/a> to the historic grounds of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.charleskrug.com\/?utm_source=wcm&amp;utm_medium=napavalley.com&amp;utm_campaign=content\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Charles Krug<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inglenook.com\/?utm_source=wcm&amp;utm_medium=napavalley.com&amp;utm_campaign=content\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Inglenook<\/a>, among others.[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator border_width=&#8221;2&#8243; el_width=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;Country-Fair&#8221;]\r\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/napafair.org\/?utm_source=wcm&amp;utm_medium=napavalley.com&amp;utm_campaign=content\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Napa Town &amp; Country Fair<\/a><\/h3>\r\nAugust | Culture\r\n\r\nIt wouldn\u2019t be summer in the U.S.A. without a visit to the county fair, and Napa Valley\u2019s own Town &amp; Country Fair is a quintessential celebration held at the Napa Valley Expo. 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It\u2019s one of the most popular times to visit, as the season brings with it vibrant celebrations, grape stomps, and winemaker traditions that showcase the very heart of wine country. To dive deeper into what makes this season so special, check out our full <a href=\"\/blog\/napa-valley-harvest-season\">Guide to Harvest in Napa Valley<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator border_width=&#8221;2&#8243; el_width=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;Harvest-Table&#8221;]\r\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitcalistoga.com\/events-calendar\/harvest-table\/?gad_source=1&amp;gclid=CjwKCAiApY-7BhBjEiwAQMrrEcZHg-wByTvwuBb4PFhOPtahr-k3bFNLglzkHZMHmGqnJDLoWC8dtxoCWi8QAvD_BwE\/?utm_source=wcm&amp;utm_medium=napavalley.com&amp;utm_campaign=content\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Calistoga Harvest Table<\/a><\/h3>\r\nSeptember | Culinary\r\n\r\nThe ultimate in Napa harvest season experiences, the <a href=\"\/blog\/calistoga-harvest-table\/\">Calistoga Harvest Table<\/a> is a 1,000-foot-long table snaking its way through the heart of downtown Calistoga. 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Whether you&#8217;re an art enthusiast or a seasoned collector, meander through artists&#8217; studios and exhibitions, marveling at an array of creative expressions including paintings, sculptures, glasswork, and more.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator border_width=&#8221;2&#8243; el_class=&#8221;text-width&#8221;][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;conclusion&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1736452548209{background-color: #ede2d0 !important;}&#8221;]\r\n<h3>Is Napa Valley fun if you don\u2019t drink?<\/h3>\r\nWhile Napa may be famous for its wine, there\u2019s so much more to this stunning valley. From world-class dining to outdoor activities like hiking and hot air ballooning, you\u2019ll find an endless number of things to do and see, sans the wine. <a href=\"\/blog\/summer-vacation-napa-valley\/\">View Top Things To Do<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator border_width=&#8221;2&#8243; el_class=&#8221;text-width&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_id=&#8221;holiday&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]\r\n<h2>HOLIDAYS IN NAPA (NOV &#8211; DEC)<\/h2>\r\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221; el_class=&#8221;image-gallery&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-3 vc_col-md-3 vc_col-xs-6&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;64945&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; onclick=&#8221;custom_link&#8221; img_link_target=&#8221;_blank&#8221; link=&#8221;https:\/\/d64c36f1-11a0-4ee5-9984-ad854b1125e7.checkout.ventrata.com\/en?\/?utm_source=wcm&amp;utm_medium=sonoma.com&amp;utm_campaign=content&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-3 vc_col-md-3 vc_col-xs-6&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;64943&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; onclick=&#8221;custom_link&#8221; img_link_target=&#8221;_blank&#8221; link=&#8221;https:\/\/d64c36f1-11a0-4ee5-9984-ad854b1125e7.checkout.ventrata.com\/en?\/?utm_source=wcm&amp;utm_medium=sonoma.com&amp;utm_campaign=content&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-3 vc_col-md-3 vc_col-xs-6&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;64944&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; onclick=&#8221;custom_link&#8221; img_link_target=&#8221;_blank&#8221; link=&#8221;https:\/\/d64c36f1-11a0-4ee5-9984-ad854b1125e7.checkout.ventrata.com\/en?\/?utm_source=wcm&amp;utm_medium=sonoma.com&amp;utm_campaign=content&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-3 vc_col-md-3 vc_col-xs-6&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;64942&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; onclick=&#8221;custom_link&#8221; img_link_target=&#8221;_blank&#8221; link=&#8221;https:\/\/d64c36f1-11a0-4ee5-9984-ad854b1125e7.checkout.ventrata.com\/en?\/?utm_source=wcm&amp;utm_medium=sonoma.com&amp;utm_campaign=content&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;photo-label&#8221;]Photos courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/d64c36f1-11a0-4ee5-9984-ad854b1125e7.checkout.ventrata.com\/en?\/?utm_source=wcm&amp;utm_medium=sonoma.com&amp;utm_campaign=content\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Napa Valley Wine Train<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;wine-train&#8221;]\r\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/d64c36f1-11a0-4ee5-9984-ad854b1125e7.checkout.ventrata.site\/en?%2F%3Futm_source=wcm&amp;utm_medium=sonoma.com&amp;utm_campaign=content\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Holidays Aboard the Napa Valley Wine Train<\/a><\/h3>\r\nNovember &#8211; December | Holiday\r\n\r\nThe holiday season comes alive on the Napa Valley Wine Train. From the Santa Train Jolly Journeys to the 3-hour Peppermint Tea Lunch experience, the Wine Train knows how to make the season a bit brighter.[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator border_width=&#8221;2&#8243; el_width=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;Merry-Meritage&#8221;]\r\n<h3><a href=\"\/event\/merry-meritage-resort-holiday-ice-rink\/all\" rel=\"noopener\">Merry Meritage<\/a><\/h3>\r\nNovember &#8211; January | Holiday\r\n\r\nHead to the Meritage Resort &amp; Spa, tucked near downtown Napa, to step inside a winter wonderland that includes one-of-a-kind holiday experiences like VIP igloos, ice skating, sparkling high tea, and an annual tree lighting.[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator border_width=&#8221;2&#8243; el_width=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;Tractor-Parade&#8221;]\r\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/visitcalistoga.com\/lighted-tractor-parade\/?utm_source=wcm&amp;utm_medium=napavalley.com&amp;utm_campaign=content\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Calistoga Lighted Tractor Parade<\/a><\/h3>\r\nDecember | Holiday\r\n\r\nWhat started as a small community gathering has grown into a nationally acclaimed holiday classic! The Calistoga Lighted Tractor Parade is a festive celebration and homage to the city\u2019s agricultural heritage through vehicles like vintage tractors and horse-drawn carriages, all decked out in their Yuletide best.[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator border_width=&#8221;2&#8243; el_width=&#8221;30&#8243;][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;Christmas-Parade&#8221;]\r\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/donapa.com\/event\/christmas-parade-2024\/?utm_source=wcm&amp;utm_medium=napavalley.com&amp;utm_campaign=content\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Napa Christmas Parade<\/a><\/h3>\r\nDecember | Holiday\r\n\r\nHead to the heart of Napa\u2019s downtown for the annual Napa Christmas Parade! 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