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Calendar of Events
NV Calendar
The Napa Valley scene of upcoming parties, concerts, celebrations and events
Event dates subject to change. Please check event websites for current schedules.
October 16 • TASTE OF HOWELL MOUNTAIN
Meet some of Howell Mountain’s exclusive vintners and treat yourself to world-class wines from 50 Howell Mountain wineries at the 26th Annual Taste of Howell Mountain wine tasting and auction. Hosted at the Great Lawn and Carriage House at Charles Krug Winery, the walk-around wine tasting will include gourmet food pairings from Oak Avenue Catering, live high-octane blues from the Hummingbirdz. www.howellmountain.org
November 2-4 • LIVE IN THE VINEYARD GOES COUNTRY
Live in the Vineyard is back in Napa Valley -and this year, they are going Country. This exclusive and soughtafter three-day event will be hosted in partnership with CMT and offers attendees exclusive access to recording artists, top-tier winemakers, and world-renowned chefs. The headline performance is at the Lincoln Theater on November 3rd by the multi-Platinum, GRAMMY Awardwinning Zac Brown Band, along with performances by Chris Janson, Cole Swindell, Tenille Arts, and Lainey Wilson. In addition, acoustic concerts will be performed by Darius Rucker, Old Dominion, Priscilla Block, among others at wineries around the Valley. www.liveinthevineyardgoescountry.com
November 10-14 • NAPA VALLEY FILM FESTIVAL
The 10th Annual Napa Valley Film Festival goes virtual! The festival this year will stream over 60 short and feature films via the NVFF streaming portal which attendees can enjoy from home. The Napa Valley Film Festival showcases an outstanding presentation of independent filmmaking, while also building a strong sense of community around the art of visual storytelling. All Access and Shorts only streaming passes are available. www.napavalleyfilmfest.org/attend/ passes/
November 20 • CALISTOGA FOOD & WINE GRAND TASTING
Treat yourself to world-class wines from 40 Calistoga AVA wineries at the Calistoga Food & Wine and Grand Tasting at the spectacular Solage Resort & Spa. The walk-around winetasting includes gourmet food pairings from some of Calistoga’s favorite restaurants such as Solbar at Solage, Evangeline, Amaro Italian Kitchen, Johnny’s Restaurant & Bar – plus live music. // Solage Resort & Spa | 755 Silverado Trail, Calistoga www.calistogawinegrowers.com
November 21-January 1 • HOLIDAYS IN YOUNTVILLE
The Holiday Season is a magical time to visit Yountville. The town is glowing with thousands of twinkling holiday lights; holiday music & delicious aromas from their award-winning restaurants fill the air. Over six weeks, the celebration includes a full calendar of events, a holiday gift guide, and a holiday light tour. www.yountville.com/events/ special-events/
November 24 • NAPA TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY
Join the mayor of Napa and all the locals at Veterans Park for this traditional community event. Enjoy a cup of hot chocolate, cookies and entertainment as local youth groups perform and a 30’ tall Christmas tree is lit up in Veterans Park. A great start to the Holiday Season! www.donapa.com
November 27 • DOWNTOWN NAPA’S ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PARADE
Napa’s annual Christmas Parade is a beloved Napa tradition for both kids and adults. Join in on the fun to watch colorful floats, Christmas lights, marching bands, dancers, classic cars, and community groups as through the 2nd and 3d Streets in Downtown. Meet Santa after the parade for pictures and talking to the kids. www.donapa.com
December 4 CALISTOGA LIGHTED TRACTOR PARADE
Calistoga’s Lighted Tractor Parade is one of Napa’s most popular small-town holiday events. The annual holiday celebration kicks off the season with an homage to the area’s agricultural heritage. Locals and visitors line up along Lincoln Avenue and cheer on vintage and modern tractors, antique trucks and farm equipment bedecked with dazzling lights and Christmas displays as they compete to win first prize. This popular Napa Valley event, which gets bigger and better each year, is perfect for the whole family. www.visitcalistoga.com