Napa Valley 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’s never a dull moment in Wine Country.

To help you plan an unforgettable visit, we’ve curated a list of some of our favorite upcoming events happening throughout the region. So, if you’re dreaming up a trip to Napa Valley this year, why not elevate your getaway by lining it up with one of these annual events?

WINTER (JAN – MAR)

Yountville International Short Film Festival

January | Music

Napa’s 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 Yountville’s restaurants and tasting rooms.

Napa Valley Restaurant Week

January | Culinary

Every January, an array of restaurants, 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.

Napa Valley Truffle Festival

January | Culinary

Napa’s 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.

Napa Valley Marathon

March | Wellness

Why 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.

SPRING (APRIL – MAY)

Napa Spring Half Marathon

April | Wellness

Not 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’s Main Street.

Calistoga Wellness Week

May | Wellness

With its numerous hot springs and spas, Calistoga has long been a haven for wellness seekers. The town’s week-long wellness festival celebrates all things good for your body and soul—think yoga and hiking to thoughtful food and wine events.

BottleRock Napa Valley

May | Music

Held every year over Memorial Day weekend, BottleRock 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 world-renowned wines.

La Onda Music Festival

May – June | Music

A 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 BottleRock, festival goers can also partake in silent discos, a dance club, and mouthwatering Latin cuisine.

Auction Napa Valley

June | Wine

Napa Valley’s annual Auction is a legendary event that has wine lovers raising glasses (and millions of dollars) for a good cause. Over 50 different wineries from across Napa auction off specialty wines and unique varietals, with proceeds supporting Napa Valley’s youth mental health programs.

SUMMER (JUNE – AUG)

Calistoga Concerts in the Park

June – August | Music

Held 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.

Napa Valley Jazz Getaway

June | Music

The annual Napa Valley Jazz Getaway is a three-day festival hosted at the Meritage Resort with additional evening outings like the Welcome Dinner or one of several Wine Downs.

Napa Porchfest

July | Music

Napa Porchfest is a wonderful event dedicated to Napa Valley musicians playing on—you guessed it—front porches in the historic Fuller Park neighborhood of downtown Napa. This fun, family-friendly gathering takes place on the last Sunday in July.

Festival Napa Valley

July | Music

Festival 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.

Music in the Vineyards

July – August | Music

Music 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’s acclaimed wineries, from the picturesque landscapes of Silverado Vineyards to the historic grounds of Charles Krug and Inglenook, among others.

Napa Town & Country Fair

August | Culture

It wouldn’t be summer in the U.S.A. without a visit to the county fair, and Napa Valley’s own Town & Country Fair is a quintessential celebration held at the Napa Valley Expo. This family-friendly event embraces all the traditional county fair elements, including a livestock show, carnival rides, live music, and nightly fireworks displays, which help complete the Americana vibes.

Blue Note Jazz Festival / Black Radio Experience

August – September | Music

From popular jazz performers to up-and-coming greats, the Blue Note Jazz Festival is an event dedicated to discovering new music while simultaneously experiencing old favorites. Get ready to celebrate the rich tapestry of Black culture and the power of music to transcend boundaries.

FALL (SEPT – OCT)

Calistoga Harvest Table

September | Culinary

The ultimate in Napa harvest season experiences, the Calistoga Harvest Table is a 1,000-foot-long table snaking its way through the heart of downtown Calistoga. Different local restaurants host various sections of the table and Napa Valley wine stations are set up throughout the event space.

Open Studios Napa Valley

September | Arts & Culture

If you’re passionate about art and wine, why not indulge in both at the same time? Whether you’re an art enthusiast or a seasoned collector, meander through artists’ studios and exhibitions, marveling at an array of creative expressions including paintings, sculptures, glasswork, and more.

HOLIDAYS IN NAPA (NOV – DEC)

Calistoga Lighted Tractor Parade

December | Holiday

What 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’s agricultural heritage through vehicles like vintage tractors and horse-drawn carriages, all decked out in their Yuletide best.

Santa Snowflake Spectacular and Tree Lighting Ceremony 

November – January | Holiday

No one does Christmas trees like St. Helena. Witness the lighting of the iconic Holiday Wine Barrel Tree during the Santa Snowflake Spectacular and Tree Lighting Ceremony, one of Napa’s most unique holiday events.

Napa Christmas Parade

December | Holiday

Head to the heart of Napa’s downtown for the annual Napa Christmas Parade! Held every December, this festive event includes floats, horses, Santa, and live musical performances marching down the street to kick off the holiday season.

Santa Train Jolly Journeys

November – December | Holiday

Get in the holiday spirit with a very merry ride on the Napa Valley Wine Train. Riders are greeted by carolers and hot cider before hopping aboard for cocoa, cookies, Santa, and plenty of holiday cheer.