Napa Valley is a great place to visit all year long with a huge selection of wineries, restaurants, spas and more. In addition, there are a large number of great events that people look forward to every year. Below is a list of the best annual events in Napa Valley.
Best Annual Events in Napa Valley
JANUARY
This “Art After Dark” event features 9 days of festivities every year in Napa. See a unique view of Napa and the Oxbow District as the creators fill the town with 3D mapping projections, lighted sculptures, light & video art and more.
Website: https://www.cityofnapa.org/689/Napa-Lighted-Art-Festival
If you are a truffle lover, or at least just a fan of world class cuisine and wine, then the Napa Truffle Festival is for you. Your chance to experience some delicious truffle cuisine prepared by excellent chefs, while you enjoy wine, learn all about the coveted fungi and even get to meet some of the highly-trained “truffle dogs” who sniff out these delicious treats for you.
Website: https://www.napatrufflefestival.com/
FEBRUARY
Yountville International Short Film Festival
One of the many film festivals in Napa Valley, The Yountville International Short Film Festival celebrates the wonder of short films in downtown Yountville. There are three pop-up Cinemas to see the films and lots of Wine & Cinema Events throughout downtown and at some wineries that will allow you to get up close and personal with the Filmmakers and Actors.
Website: http://www.yisff.com/
MARCH
From its start in 1979, the Napa Valley Marathon is a popular event that has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for the Napa Community. The exciting road race takes participants through a beautiful course unlike no other along the Silverado Trail from Calistoga to Napa.
Website: https://napavalleymarathon.org/
APRIL
Enjoy the best of Napa with this event that combines cycling, wine, food & fun. The weekend event consists of a Mixer, Sponsor Reception, Foodie Festival, Benefit Dinner and the Big Ride.
Website: https://www.campovelo.com/
MAY
One of the biggest music festivals on the west coast, Bottlerock Napa is a 3 day celebration of music food, wine and more!
Website: https://www.bottlerocknapavalley.com/
JUNE
Known as the world’s most celebrated charity wine event, Auction Napa Valley is a 4-day event, which offers the chance to acquire some truly special and rare Napa Valley Wines.
Website: https://auctionnapavalley.org/
JULY
The perfect combination of the performing arts and the scenic views of Napa Valley, Festival Napa Valley brings world-class performances to iconic venues around the valley. over 200 wineries, restaurants, resorts, theaters and more participate in this great event each year.
Website: https://festivalnapavalley.org/
AUGUST
This annual festival in downtown Napa combines American blues music, delicious BBQ and beer.
Website: http://donapa.com/event/blues-brews-bbq-2/
SEPTEMBER
In celebration of the harvest season, the Calistoga Harvest Table brings together local restaurants and over 40 wineries for a special social dinner. Over 1000 feet of tables are set up in the downtown area where participants can eat and drink the local flavor.
Website: https://visitcalistoga.com/calistoga-harvest-table/
OCTOBER
If you love world class golf, the Safeway Open is a wonderful tournament located at the Silverado Resort and Spa. Some of the top players in the world participate in this event, which also includes a concert series with big musical acts.
Website: https://www.safewayopen.com/
NOVEMBER
Bringing together film, wine and food, the Napa Valley film Festival connects actors, filmmakers, chefs and vintners for a world class film experience.
Website: https://www.napavalleyfilmfest.org/
DECEMBER
Calistoga Lighted Tractor Parade
Get ready for a unique Calistoga Holiday experience. This Annual event features a parade of tractors, antique trucks and construction equipment decorated with lights.
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