Napa Valley - August Events

Ongoing Events

• Every Night -- Live Music & Dancing - Calistoga Inn
  Live Music: The Calistoga Inn Restaurant & Brewery has Open Mic Night, every Wed. night 8:30 p.m. to midnight. Jazz on the Patio every Night during the high season with live jazz guitar Dancing every Thurs., Fri. & Sat. night with Live DJ's from 9:00 p.m. till 1:00 a.m. 1250 Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga CA.
  Fee: Free or small cover Time: Varies Phone Number: (707) 942.4101

• Daily -- The Hess Collection Gallery
  Exhibition: The Hess Collection of paintings and sculptures by contemporary European and American artists was acquired over the past 30 years by winery founder Donald Hess. The unique exhibition brings together an encompassing display of the vivid, powerful and thought-provoking works. At Hess Collection Winery, 4411 Redwood Road, Napa, CA.
  Fee: Free Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 255.1144

• Daily -- Robert Mondavi Discovery Tour
  Wine Education: This 30-minute walking tour includes a viewing and discussion of the historic To Kalon Vineyard, state-of-the-art To Kalon Cellar, and barrel aging room. The tour also includes a taste of two of our signature wines. Limited to 20 guests; children welcome. No advanced reservations; available on a walk-in basis only. Hwy 29, 1 mile north of Oakville CA
  Fee: $15 Time: 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Phone Number: (888) 766.6328

• Year Round -- The Land and People of the Napa Valley at the Napa Valley Museum
  Exhibition: The exhibit focuses on the unique environment and fascinating history of the Napa region. Areas of interest include: Napa County, geography, geology, Wappo Native Americans, Mexican Rancho Days, Pioneers and Settlers, Chinese, Ranching, Farming, Viticulture, Wine, Mining, Transportation, and Hot Spring Resorts. 55 Presidents Circle, Yountville
  Fee: Adults $4.50, Students & Seniors $3.50, Ages 7-17 $2.50, Under 7 Free Time: 10 a.m - 5 p.m. Wed-Mon Phone Number: (707) 944.0500

• Daily by appointment. -- Robert Mondavi Exclusive Cellar Tasting
  Food & Wine Education: Spend a quiet hour with a Wine Educator tasting a variety of limited production, reserve and older vintage wines in an exclusive private setting. This luxurious experience begins with a brief tour of the inner workings of the winery and concludes with a decadent tasting that also includes a hand selected artisanal cheese and charcuterie selection. Advance reservations required, limited to 10 guests. Hwy 29, 1 mile north of Oakville CA
  Fee: $55 Time: 11 a.m. Phone Number: (888) 766.6328

• Daily, by appointment -- The Art of The Blend at Franciscan
  Wine Education: Some of the world’s finest wines are blends. Learn the magic that our winemakers use to create Magnificat, our proprietary blend, that each year is the highest expression of our vineyards and the vintage. In this hands-on seminar you'll play winemaker, creating your own blend with five classic Bordeaux varietals produced from our Oakville Estate vineyards. 1178 Galleron Road at Hwy 29, St. Helena
  Fee: $40 Time: By appointment Phone Number: (707) 967.3993

• Ongoing -- Introduction to Beringer Tour
  Wine Education, Historic: We welcome guest of all ages on this tour. This historic tour guides you through the Old Stone Winery and wine-aging tunnels, highlighting Beringer’s long history and commitment to quality. The tour includes a coupon for tasting in the Old Winery Tasting Room. Reservations recommended. 2000 Main St., St. Helena
  Fee: $20 per person Time: Daily 11:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m., 3:30 p,m, & 4 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 963.8989 #2222

• Daily, by appointment -- Sensory Evaluation at Franciscan
  Wine Education: Did you know that taste is almost entirely controlled by your sense of smell? In this in-depth sensory seminar, you’ll taste and smell a variety of Franciscan wines and naturally occurring aromas, such as herbs, fruits and spices. Your host will guide you through the experience of tasting wines like a professional and identifying each wine’s signature aromas. 1178 Galleron Road at Hwy 29, Rutherford CA
  Fee: $40 Time: by appointment Phone Number: 707-967-3993

• Daily -- Taste of Beringer Tour
  Historic, Wine Education: Learn about Beringer wines and vines. You’ll first explore our demonstration vineyard and then visit the Old Stone Winery and wine-aging tunnels while sipping wine. During the tour you will taste 4 wines as we teach you about the Napa Valley and show you how to taste wine like a professional. 2000 Main St., St. Helena
  Fee: $30 Time: Daily 10:30 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 967.4412

• Daily -- Robert Mondavi: Wine Tasting Basics
  Wine Education: Start your day at the winery with a 45-minute tasting led by one of our renowned Wine Educators. Learn how to read wine labels, why we swirl wine in the glass, and how to smell, taste and describe wine. Limited to 15 guests. Hwy 29, 1 mile north of Oakville CA
  Fee: $15 Time: 10 a.m. Phone Number: (888) 766.6328

• Daily -- Sterling Vineyards Gold VIP Experience
  Wine Education: Includes aerial tram, self-guided tour, complimentary tasting of five wines, A three-wine flight of our "Best of the Best" Reserve wines and a souvenir wine glass. 1111 Dunaweal Lane, Calistoga
  Fee: $40 Time: Daily Phone Number: (707) 942.3349

• June 26 - September 18 -- POMP: New Work by Deborah Oropallo
  Exhibition: Deborah Oropallo uses a computer rather than the brush, and has always preferred a systematic approach to her digitally constructed paintings. POMP features a varied range of her work, including pieces from her Guise and Wild Wild West series where she addresses the issue of adornment, pageantry and costume. di Rosa Gatehouse Gallery, 5200 Sonoma Highway Napa, Ca
  Fee: Free Time: Wed - Fri 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 226.5991

• August 26, September 16 -- St Supery's Artisan Cheese & Wine Pairing
  Food & Wine Education: This seminar examines the heights that can be achieved when fine, hand crafted wines are paired with cheeses made with the same care and understanding. You will taste four wines accompanied by four artisan cheeses. We will also discuss cheese selection, storage, uses and history. 8440 St Helena Hwy( Hwy 29), Rutherford, CA
  Fee: $30 Time: 2:30 p.m. Phone Number: (800)231.9116

• August 7, 14, 21, 28 -- Robert Mondavi Winery Garden to Table Cooking Class
  Food & Wine Education: Tour the winery gardens and harvest produce. Then make a dish guided by winery chef, Chef Jeff Mosher with your garden bounty. While Chef finishes the meal, take a brief tour of the Winery and winemaking facilities. Dinner enjoyed al fresco. Includes A Harvest of Joy Book, Robert Mondavi Winery Apron, Cooking instruction, Hors d'oeurves with Wine Pairings, Dinner with Wine Pairings, and recipes from Chef Jeff Mosher. All skill levels welcome. Reservations required. 7801 Saint Helena Highway, Oakville, Ca
  Fee: $150 Time: 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (888) 766.6328 ext. 2

• Daily -- Calibrate Your Palate @ CIA at Greystone
  Food Education: Ever wonder how chefs get flavors balanced just right? How to find the perfect balance of sweet, salty, sour & bitter? Spend 15 minutes tasting and learning during our video-guided presentation with chef instructor Toni Sakaguchi. The Culinary Institute of America at Greystone, 2555 Main St. St. Helena
  Fee: $10 Time: 12 p.m. & 2 p.m. Phone Number: 888-424-2433

• Daily -- Oleoteca Villa Campestri @ CIA at Greystone
  Food Education: Learn about Super-premium olive oil and taste how they can enhance almost any dish. Three oils will be tasted alone and with different food components in this tasting. All oils are available for purchase now, bottled to order in a 250ml size. 2555 Main St., St. Helena
  Fee: $15 Time: 11am, 3 p.m. & 5 p.m. Phone Number: 888-424-2433

• Daily -- The Chocolate Experience at CIA at Greystone
  Food Education: You know you like chocolate, but do you know how it is grown? What makes some chocolate taste better than others? What "couverture" means? Learn this and more on this 15 minute video-guided presentation with chef instructor Stephen Durfee. The Culinary Institute of America at Greystone, 2555 Main St. St. Helena
  Fee: $10 Time: 1 p.m. & 4 p.m. Phone Number: 888-424-2433

• Daily -- Wine & Cheese Pairing at CIA at Greystone
  Food & Wine Education: The newest offering guides through three wines and three cheeses partnered with suitable condiments one might find on a cheese tray. Enjoy this video presentation as Chef Bill Briwa & Sommelier Traci Dutton guide you through this tasty experience. Must be 21 yrs. to taste wine. 2555 Main St., St. Helena
  Fee: $15 Time: held at the bottom of each hour 11 - 4 Phone Number: 888-424-2433

• April 5 - August 30 -- Wayne Thiebaud Art Exhibition at St. Supery
  Exhibition: World-renowned painter Wayne Thiebaud will be featured at the St. Supéry Estate Vineyards & Winery Art Gallery in Napa Valley from April 5 – August 30, 2011. Titled “Mountains,” this will be the first Thiebaud exhibition ever shown in the Napa Valley. 8440 St. Helena Highway, Rutherford, CA
  Fee: Free Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: 800-942.0809 ext 44.

• June 20 - August 30 -- In Pictures: Ten Threatened Treasures
  Exhibition: Napa County Landmarks presents an exhibit of their annual Ten Threatened Treasures list, beautifully captured by Napa Valley photographer Robb McDonough.
  Fee: Free Admission Time: 11 AM - 4 PM Phone Number: 707-255-1836

• October 19 - April 30, 2013 -- ARTwalk: Momentum: Art that Moves (Us)
  Exhibition: Arts Council Napa Valley (ACNV) and the Napa Community Redevelopment Agency have announced the return of the Napa ARTwalk interactive public sculpture exhibition & tour. The 2nd ARTwalk, titled "Momentum: Art that Moves (Us)", will launch on October 19th 2011 and will be on exhibition through April, 2013 in downtown Napa.
  Fee: Free Time: All Day Phone Number: 707-257-2117

• January 19 - September 20 -- 2012 Vegetable Gardening Class Series
  Garden Education: Learn how to get started with your own vegetable plots and grow year round. For partial spring/summer or fall/winter vegetable series or for the Napa series visit http://ucanr.org/vegetableseries. Pre-registration is required. 6516 Washington Street, Yountville
  Fee: $60/person for complete series Time: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Phone Number: 707-944-8712

• June 21, 28, July 12, 19, 26 & August 2, 9, 16, 23 -- Calistoga's Concerts in the Park
  Live Music: Concerts in the Park series presented by Calistoga Beverage, features a wide variety of music with top-level talent every Thursday evening at 6:00 pm located at Pioneer Park. The perfect way to spend a rockin' evening in the park with family, friends and neighbors. 1307 Cedar St., Calistoga, CA 94515
  Fee: Free Time: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: 707-942-6333

• Every Sunday -- Robert Mondavi: Pairing Artisanal Cheese and Wine
  Food & Wine Education: Few pairings in the culinary world are more decadent than wine and cheese. Join us for an exploration of this delicious kinship, as we pair Robert Mondavi Winery wines with artisanal cheeses from California. The two-hour program begins with a tour of our beautiful estate, followed by an educational sit-down pairing session with one of our experienced Wine Educators. Advance reservations required, limited to 10 guests. Hwy 29, 1 mile north of Oakville CA
  Fee: $50 Time: 11 a.m. Phone Number: (888) 766.6328

• Daily, by appointment -- Reserve Wine Tasting at Blackstallion Winery
  Wine Education: Reserve Wine Tastings include four wines: Our current release Cabernet Sauvignon along with our top three reserve wines, including two vintages of our Bucephalus Red Blend! 4089 Silverado Trail, Napa
  Fee: $30 Time: By appointment Phone Number: (800) BSW.NAPA

• Sundays & Fridays -- Gourmet Napa Walking Tour
  Recreation, Wine & Food Education: This tour will delight your taste buds as you explore revitalized downtown Napa with fellow foodies. We'll share the fascinating history of this beautiful riverfront town, one where celebrity chefs intermingle with organic farmers and boutique winemakers. Advanced purchase required.
  Fee: $68 Time: 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Phone Number: (415) 312.1119

• Tuesdays & Saturdays, May through October -- Napa Downtown Farmers' Market
  Market: The Napa Farmers Market is located in the Northeast parking lot at Oxbow Public Market, Napa. Open Tuesday and Saturday May through October. It offers the best of locally-grown, farm-direct produce, gourmet food and handmade crafts.
  Fee: Free Time: 7:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 252.7142

• Every Wednesday & Saturday -- Robert Mondavi The Harvest of Joy Tour and Lunch
  Wine Education: Robert Mondavi's autobiography, entitled 'The Harvests of Joy', describes his love for wine and food, and his passion for sharing 'the good life' with others. Let us share our bounty with you with a tour of our winery followed by an all inclusive, three-course lunch in our Vineyard Room. You will savor dishes prepared by our Winery chef while enjoying idyllic views of the To Kalon Vineyard and the neighboring Mayacamas mountains. This program unfolds over about two and a half hours. Advance reservations required, limited to 10 quests. Hwy 29, 1 mile north of Oakville CA
  Fee: $100 Time: 11:30 a.m. Phone Number: (888) 766.6328

• First two Wednesdays of June, July and August -- Napa Boots and Belles Dancing
  Recreation:Boots and Belles Square Dance Club invites new dancers to come to free introductory square dance lessons the first two Wednesdays of June, July and August. One-hour lessons from 7-8 p.m., at the Grange Hall, 3275 Hagen Road, Napa
  Fee: $5 donation Time: 7 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 252.3161

• August 19 - September 30 -- Carneros Inn - Thursdays at the Pavillion
  Celebration, Live Music: Join us at the outdoor Pavilion at FARM to enjoy live music and DJ performances by local artists, every Thursday evening through the end of September. Sit back and relax and watch the sun set on the outdoor Pavilion, while enjoying drinks and small plates from the featured outdoor grill. 4048 Sonoma Hwy, Napa CA
  Fee: Free to attend Time: 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 499.4880

• Thursdays - Saturdays -- Hess Collection: Tour of the Palate
  Wine Education: Enjoy a guided tour of The Hess Collection Contemporary Art Museum followed by a tasting of three current release wines expertly paired with creations from Hess Executive Chef Chad Hendrickson. Advance reservations required. 4411 Redwood Road, Napa CA
  Fee: $50 Time: 10 a.m. & 2 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 255.1144 x213

• May 19 - August 25 -- Thursday night Napa Chef's Market
  Market: Featuring two cooking demonstrations each night, 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., featuring world-renowned Napa local chefs. Enjoy a sample of the food paired with a taste of wine from downtown tasting rooms, free of charge. There will be three musical stages will provide a musical mix. First St., Downtown Napa.
  Fee: Free Time: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: 707-257-0322

• Friday-Sunday, March through December -- The Wine & Cheese Experience at Merryvale
  Food & Wine Education: Food and Wine Educator Shawn Dougherty showcases local artisan and international cheeses and pairs them with a selection of Merryvale wines. Discover the differences with each pairing and understand why these cheeses are paired with specific varietals. 1000 Main Street, St. Helena CA
  Fee: $45/$35 Wine Club Members Time: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 963.7777

• Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday -- Turnbull Wine & Food Pairing Class
  Wine & Food Education: Join us as our Wine Educators guide you through the mysteries of food & wine pairing. Sip limited release wines accompanied by carefully prepared morsels. Class is limited to eight people. Call for reservations. Turnbull Wine Cellars, 8210 St. Helena Hwy, Oakville CA
  Fee: $40 Time: Call for information & reservations Phone Number: (800) 887.6285 x18

• Every Friday Night, June 3-September 16, 2011 -- Napa City Nights
  Live Music: Bring a blanket and a picnic basket and enjoy free entertainment the whole family will enjoy! Veterans Memorial Park Amphitheater, Downtown Napa CA
  Fee: Free Time: 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. Phone Number: 707-257-9500

• Every Friday & Saturday night -- Live Music at Downtown Joe's
  Live Music: We have everything from Jazz to Rock to Open Mic. Check out our calendar for information on who is playing when. 902 Main St., Napa, CA
  Fee: Call for information Time: 9:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 258.2337

• Every Friday -- Friday Barrel Tasting at Grgich Hills
  Wine Education: You'll get a sneak preview right from the barrel of whatever tastes particularly good that day. The barrel tasting is included in the tasting fee of our current releases. Every Friday, except during harvest. Call for more information. 1829 St. Helena Hwy, Rutherford CA
  Fee: $35 includes tasting of five wines Time: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: 707-963-2784

• Every Friday -- Friday Night Winemaker Tastings
  Wine Education: Come in for lively conversation, good fun and a taste of some of the best wines in the world. JV showcases special wines from Napa Valley beyond. Must be 21 years of age to enter JV's tasting room. JV Wine, 301 First Street, Napa CA
  Fee: $5 Time: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 253.2624

• Every Friday - May through October -- St. Helena Farmers Market
  Market: Backdropped by grapevines and mountains, purchase local farmer’s spring veggies, local lemons and olive oil for a fresh salad, accompanied with local cheeses and bread. Stroll through the market magic and music.1 mile from downtown St. Helena. Head south on Main Street/Hwy 29, past Pope St, past Charter Oak, until Grayson Ave. Turn right on Grayson and go about .3 miles and left on Crane about .2 miles to the Farmers Market entrance. Alternatively, take the short cut through the parking lot adjacent to the High School track & field, follow the pathway through Crane Park to the vendor area.
  Fee: Free Time: 7:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Phone Number: (302) 584.0819

• Every Thursday, Friday & Saturday -- "Do You Know the Way to Cabernet"
  Wine Education: Discover the essence of Cabernet Sauvignon. Taste through five unique bottlings, each with their own personality and crafted with their individual blend and terrior influences. Discover which is yours! Also included is a selection of Artisan Cheese, expertly paired with our wines. By appointment only. Kuleto Estate Winery, 2470 Sage Canyon Road, St. Helena CA
  Fee: $50/$25 Wine Club Member Time: 10 a.m. & 2 p.m. Phone Number: 707-302-2209

• First Friday of Each Month -- Salsa Dance Party at Oxbow Public Market
  Celebration: Pica Pica invites you to a salsa dance party the first Friday of each month: salsa dancing, lessons and music by Guapachoso, who plays classic Latin lounge style music to exhilarating hip danceable salsa, get ready to dance. Free lessons at 6:30 p.m., dancing until 9 p.m. Downtown Napa
  Fee: Free Time: 6 p.m. -9 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 226.6529

• Selected Saturdays -- Wine Explorations: Tasting Like A Pro
  Wine Education: Tasting wine like a pro, the perfect complement to our cooking classes. The Culinary Institute of America is all about food and wine, after all! In just two hours of discussion and tastings with our world-renowned instructors, you'll learn all about the wonderful world of wine. Call for more information. 2555 Main Street, St. Helena CA
  Fee: $95 per person Time: 10 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 967.2320

• Every weekend -- Weekend Classes at the CIA
  Food Education: Three Flavors of Cooking Classes. Choose from dozens of fun and exciting weekend courses in three distinct styles, from two hours to one day. CIA at Greystone, 2555 Main Street, St. Helena CA
  Fee: Varies Time: Call for information and reservations Phone Number: (707) 967.2320

• Saturdays June - October -- Winegrowing Tour at Goosecross Cellars
  Wine Education: The Estate Winegrowing Tour takes you into our beautiful 10 acre estate vineyard for an up-close and personal look at the growing conditions and management techniques essential for producing world class wine. Tour include a brief visit to the winery to explore winemaking techniques. Beginning in August, as harvest approaches, the tour focuses on key decisions the winemaker must make in the vineyard and winery to optimize quality. Tour concludes with a private tasting of Goosecross Cellars wines. Reservations are limited to eight people. 1119 State Lane, Yountville, CA
  Fee: $25 Time: Offered by prior appointment Phone Number: (800) 276.9210

• Every Saturday -- Robert Mondavi: Wine and Chocolate Expressions
  Food & Wine Education: Explore delights from premier local artisan chocolatier, Woodhouse Chocolate, paired with both red and white Robert Mondavi Winery wines. We will journey through history, from the unique drink of Montezuma to modern day Switzerland’s renowned milk chocolate blends. We will examine sweet versus bitter, dark cocoa versus light milk chocolate and terroir-driven earthy versus fruity flavors. Advance reservations required, limited to 10 quests. Hwy 29, 1 mile north of Oakville CA
  Fee: $50 Time: 3 p.m. Phone Number: (888) 766.6328

• Every Saturday -- Salsa Lessons at Ceja Vineyards
  Instruction, Recreation: Sizzling Salsa Saturday! Free Salsa Lessons & Happy Hour at Ceja Vineyards in downtown Napa. 5:30pm-7:30pm Happy Hour – get your salsa groove on – sample all Ceja wines at special discounts. 7:30pm Beginner Salsa & 8:30pm Intermediate Salsa. Open to 11:00pm. 1248 First Street, Napa
  Fee: Free Time: 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Beginner & Intermediate Phone Number: (707) 226.6445

• Every other Saturday -- CIA Samplings Cooking Class
  Food Education: Two hours of hands-on adventurous cooking classes held in the CIA Teaching Kitchens. Come and explore the aromas, tastes and textures of wine country and The World Table cuisines. Enjoy a glass of wine with your creations at the end of class! Participants must be at least 18 years of age. 2555 Main Street, St. Helena CA
  Fee: $95 Time: 9:30 a.m. & 2:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 967.2328

• The First Saturday of Every Month -- It's A Grand Night For Singers
  Live Music, Performing Arts: The Jarvis Conservatory in Napa, California, offers an exclusive venue for Bay Area singers the first Saturday of every month, titled It's A Grand Night For Singers. As always, audiences will be treated to a variety of singers and repertoire ranging from George Frederick Handel to Broadway. 17711 Main st. Napa, CA
  Fee: $15 Time: 7 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 255.5445

• Every Saturday -- Napa RiverWalk with Historian George Webber
  Recreation, Historic: Local historian and raconteur George Webber leads walking tour through historic Napa. Visit historic landmarks, hear tales, old town lores, stories and fun facts. Starts at Riverbend Performance Plaza behind the Historic Napa Mill. Call for info and reservations.
  Fee: $20/Limited $10 tickets for Locals Time: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 251.8500

• Every Saturday May - October -- Calistoga Farmers' Market
  Market: Every Saturday the market offers fresh produce & seasonal fruits, gourmet food, crafts, master gardeners, live entertainment and much more. Sharpsteen Plaza located across from the City Hall in downtown Calistoga at 1235 Washington Street.
  Fee: Free Time: 8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 942.8892 / (707) 812.2640

• Every other Sunday, May 16 - September 5 -- Tour & Tasting Tutorial @ Hess Collection
  Every other Sunday, this comprehensive tour & tasting begins in the historic vineyard and continues to the fermentation cellar and 107-year-old barrel room. The tour culminates in a guided tasting of 5 wines in the executive dining room overlooking the Mt Veeder Hills. 4411 Redwood Road, Napa
  Fee: $30 per person and advance appointment is required. Time: 1 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 255.1144 ext. 213

• Every other Saturday -- Taste of CIA Cookbooks Cooking Class
  Food Education: Five hour hands-on cooking classes inspired by our popular CIA cookbooks held in the CIA Teaching Kitchens. Come and explore the aromas, tastes and textures of wine country and The World Table cuisines, or get an introduction to basic skills Class fee includes a CIA Cookbook and CIA logo apron. 2555 Main Street, St. Helena CA
  Fee: $250 Time: 9:30 a.m. Phone Number: (707) 967.2320

• Every Second Sunday of the month -- New Orleans Dixieland Jazz
  Live Music: Each month a different band will perform three-40 minute sets. Between sets, jammers (aka local musicians) will perform. Dance on a large dance floor or just sit back and enjoy! Sponsored by the Napa Valley Dixieland Jazz Society. Embassy Suites, 1075 California Blvd., Napa, CA
  Fee: $10 Adults/$3 Ages 12-17/Under 12 free Time: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 226.5285

• The first Friday of every month -- Napa Art On First!
  Celebration, Exhibition: Downtown Napa will host an urban scavenger hunt on the first Friday of each month. Follow the hunt on Facebook and Twitter for clues leading to the one-of-a-kind piece of art created by an ART ON F1RST participating artist. Immediately following each month's scavenger hunt, you are invited to a reception with the artist at a local business.
  Fee: Free Time: 5 p.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: 707-257-2117

• Tuesday-Thursday; Friday & Saturday -- Gourmet Retreat at CasaLana B & B
  Food Education: CasaLana B&B offers hands-on cooking classes in the B&Bs' professionally-equipped kitchen. Classes are geared to avid home cooks. Classes range in length from 3 hours to 5 full days. Please call for more information. 1316 South Oak Street, Calistoga CA
  Fee: $75 - $850 Time: Times vary according to class Phone Number: (707) 942.0615

• Every Third Friday, May - October -- Food Truck 3rd Friday @ Flora Springs
  Celebration, Dining: Take advantage of the longer and warmer nights and join us every Third Friday night for a food truck round-up featuring four food trucks and a dessert truck. Live music, wine by the glass, special case prices and a featured tasting fireside on our new rooftop lounge. 1978 West Zinfandel Ln, St. Helena CA
  Fee: Cost of food Time: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: 866-967-8032

• Every Second Sunday -- AVIA Napa Second Sunday Supper Club
  Food & Wine Education: Learn about worldly wines and creative cuisine with Chef Aken's interactive new series. Complete with wine pairings, live cooking demos, wine maker appearances and more, these 3-4 course casual dinners are priced at $110 per person plus tax and gratuity. Think comfort food and communal tables. Foodies will love it!
  Fee: $110 per person plus tax and gratuity Time: 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: 707-224-3900

• TBA -- Pretty in Pink Food & Wine Fundraiser at Honig
  Celebration, Benefit: Get “Footloose” as we celebrate Cab Pink, a dry rose of Cabernet. 10% of wine & event proceeds fund mammograms. Great food by Chef Richard Haake; stellar Honig wines and rockin 80’s tunes by D.J. Gump. Just Added: Battle of the Honig Cabs - Pink Cab vs Napa Cab! RSVP by August 24. 850 Rutherford Road, Rutherford CA
  Fee: $55/$45 Wine Club Members Time: 1pm-4pm Phone Number: 800-929-2217 x330

• TBA -- Cakebread Cellars American Harvest Workshop Celebration
  Celebration: In celebration of the 25th anniversary of Cakebread Cellars American Harvest Workshop, we’re throwing a party like we’ve never done before. On Friday evening, August 19, we’re turning the entire winery into a celebration of food, wine and friends with a Grand Chefs’ Tasting. Call for reservations. 8300 St.Helena Hwy., Rutherford, CA
  Fee: $75 Time: 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Phone Number: 707-963-5222

• TBA -- Nashville In Napa
  Live Music, Benefit: Support music education in our local schools and join some of the finest Songwriters from Nashville, top Winemakers from the Napa Valley, and Chefs from Google to enjoy music, wine and food. This "one-of-a-kind" evening includes appetizers and a sit-down, family style Farm-to-Table dinner paired with delicious white and red wines poured by the Winemakers themselves! The entertainment portion takes place inside the Baldacci wine caves and features 7 songwriters performing two 1 hour sets. 6236 Silverado Trail, Napa, CA
  Fee: $175 Time: 4:30 p.m. Phone Number: 707-944-9261

• TBA -- Clinic Ole Chili Ball
  Celebration, Benefit: The Clinic Ole Chili Ball benefits Clinic Ole, which provides affordable health care in Napa County. The event features chili by Napa Valley chefs, tacos, and dancing. Beer and wine will be available for sale. There are lots of surprises in store for this year’s Chili Ball and you won’t want to miss it.
  Fee: Call for information & tickets Time: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: 707-254-1774 x239

• TBA -- Honig's Lobsterlicious
  Celebration: Celebrate summer's end and welcome the harvest season as you dine on delectable lobster, prawns, and corn on the cob, artichokes, potatoes, French baguettes and more. Live music and stellar Honig wines add the perfect finishing touches. RSVP by August 3rd. 850 Rutherford Road, Rutherford CA
  Fee: $95/$85 Wine Club Members Time: 12pm-3pm Phone Number: 800-929-2217 X330

• TBA -- Suscol Intertribal Council Pow-Wow
  Celebration: Our Suscol Intertribal Powwow will be "Honoring our Elders", Yountville Veteran's Home in Yountville, CA
  Fee: Free Time: 11 a.m. to dusk Phone Number: (707) 256.3561

• TBA -- Chili Cook off
  Celebration, Benefit: Join us for the annual Chili Cook in Veterans Park. Enjoy live music, beer, Margaritas and chili tasting. A Benefit for the Napa Food Bank. Downtown Napa CA
  Fee: $20 Time: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: 707-326-3891

• TBA -- Trinitas Cellars Lobster Feed
  Celebration: The Trinitas Cellars Lobster Feed will be held at the Meritage Resort and Spa in Napa Valley. Fresh Maine Lobster, live Cajun music and free flowing Trinitas wine! Please call to RSVP. Advance payment is required for all event reservations. 875 Bordeaux Way, Napa CA
  Fee: $120/$90 Club Members Time: 6 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Phone Number: 707-251-3017

• TBA -- "Canines & Wines" at HALL
  Celebration, Benefit: Admission to this drop-in event includes a tasting of select Artisan wines and a presentation of delectable treats for dogs and their people, along with samples, shopping and more, all under the shady arbor of HALL St. Helena! Napa Humane will directly benefit from a portion of sales that day as well. 401 St. Helena Hwy South, St. Helena CA
  Fee: $20/$15 Members & their Guests Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Phone Number: 707-967-2626

• TBA -- Harvest Brunch and Vineyard Walk
  Celebration, Wine Education: Join us at the Beaulieu Vineyard Rutherford House to celebrate our Harvest Season. Enjoy a day in the Rutherford Gardens. Enjoy food and wine pairings and fun activities including our Annual Grape Stomp competition! Call to RSVP. 1960 St. Helena Highway, Rutherford, CA
  Fee: $10 Vineyard Walk/$45 Brunch Time: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Phone Number: 800-373-5896

• TBA -- Music in the Vineyards
  Performing Arts: Music in the Vineyards is a nationally-acclaimed chamber music festival held each August in the Napa Valley. The three-week festival showcases world-class artists-in-residence performing new and classic chamber music repertoire in stunning winery settings.
  Fee: Varies Time: Varies Phone Number: 707-258-5559

• TBA -- Napa Town & Country Fair
  Fair, Family Fun: The Annual Fair is a celebration of community, it's people, it's agriculture and it's talents. Join us for good food, fun exciting exhibits, entertainment, carnival rides, vendor booths, Jr. livestock show and auction. Napa Valley Expo, 575 3rd Street, Napa
  Fee: $13 Adults/$10 Seniors 60+ & Juniors 6-12/5 & under Free Time: 12 p.m. - 10 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 253.4900

• TBA -- Annual Day of the Queen
  Benefit: The day begins in the morning with tennis and golf tournaments for the sport enthusiasts. Mid-day there is a luncheon followed by a fashion show. The climax of the day is an evening barbecue dinner and dancing to Wonderbread 5. Benefits the Queen of the Valley Hospital. Silverado Country Club and Resort, 1600 Atlas Peak Road Napa.
  Fee: Varies Time: All Day Phone Number: 707-257-4044

• TBA -- Napa Town & Country Fair Gala & Winetasting
  Benefit: Join us for a benefit for the Friends of the Napa Valley Expo. This is a fun preview to the fair while sampling our valley's finest wines and culinary treats by local vintners, wineries and chefs.
  Fee: Call for information & tickets Time: 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 253.4900

• TBA -- Reserve Release Red Hot and White Party!
  Celebration: What better way is there to celebrate the release of Clos Du Val's ROCKING reserve wines then with a rocking party lit up by the gorgeous Napa Valley starlight? Join us in your rock-n-roll finest for a party sure to rock your socks off! 5330 Silverado Trail, Napa, CA
  Fee: Call for information & reservations Time: 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 261.5225

• TBA -- V Foundation Wine Celebration
  Celebration, Benefit: The V Wine Celebration is an annual fundraiser benefiting The V Foundation for Cancer Research. It's a magical weekend filled with fun, entertainment, love and generosity, focused on one powerful purpose: finding cures for cancer. The two-day format includes wine-oriented activities, gourmet meals at Napa Valley's best wineries, live entertainment, silent and live auctions. All proceeds benefit the V Foundation for Cancer Research.
  Fee: Varies Time: Varies Phone Number: 707-963-0611

• TBA -- Lobster Luau Wine Fest
  Celebration: Don't miss our always-sold-out seafood feasting extravaganza! Mounds of crustaceans! Copious wine! Live Hawaiian music from The Maikai Gents! A party not to be missed (and never forgotten!)! This event always sells out, so call now to make your reservations. Judd's Hill Winery, 2332 Silverado Trail, Napa, CA
  Fee: $120, $85 wine club members Time: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 255.2332

• TBA -- Main Street Reunion Car Show
  Celebration: August 19 & 20 – Friday, 6 to 10 PM, & Saturday, 10 AM to 3 PM. Over 400 pre-1976 cars on display, plus entertainment. Downtown Napa
  Fee: Free Time: See description Phone Number: 707-257-0322

• TBA -- Harvest STOMP
  Celebration: The "MUST ATTEND" harvest party of the year! Enjoy an authentic grapegrower harvest celebration at one of Napa’s premier vineyard locations featuring exceptional wines, live music, and an array of exhibition-style food from all over the world. Hosted by the Napa Valley Grapegrowers. Historic Missouri Hopper Vineyard, Oakville
  Fee: Call for information Time: 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 944.8311

• TBA -- American Heart Association Heart Walk
  Benefit, Recreation: The Heart Walk is a way for friends, families and companies to team up with the AHA fight against heart disease. Join us as we take our hearts for a 5k walk at Kennedy Park in Napa. Call for team registration or more information.
  Fee: No Fee Time: 9:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. Phone Number: 707-363-4735

• TBA -- Blues, Brews & BBQs
  Celebration: Enjoy BBQ ed beef, chicken – even oysters, and sauces to buy. Musicians include a blues review, KFOG stage and more. Wine makers will compete in a rib eating contest. Beer, Napa Valley wines and other beverages available. The event is free and open to the public. Location: First and Main Streets in Downtown Napa
  Fee: Free Admission Time: 1 p.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 257.0322

• TBA -- Napa Valley Art Festival
  Exhibition, Benefit: The Napa Valley Art Festival is a juried exhibit and sale of over 300 original paintings by 30 of the West's premier representational artists. Come enjoy fine wine and fine art in the heart of Napa Valley. 6516 Washington Street, Yountville CA
  Fee: Free Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: 707-256-3828