Napa Valley - October Events

• October 12 -- Cooking Class and Farmers Market Tour
  Food Education: Cooking with Julie. We meet at St. Helena's farmers market to purchase our provisions, then a private tasting and then back to the kitchen for a hands-on cooking class. Butternut Squash Soup, Grand Aioli with Market Vegetables and Flat Iron Steak, Pear and Currant Galette. 360 Crane Ave., St. Helena
  Fee: $215 Time: 8am-4pm Phone Number: 707.227.5036

• October 12 -- "Mountain Wine" Tasting @ Back Room Wines
  Wine Tasting: Back Room Wines pours six wines from Mountain vineyards in Napa, Sonoma, Mendocino and Lake Counties on this Friday evening. Drink six different varieties from Mt Veeder, Spring Mountain, Atlas Peak, Red Hills, Yorkville Highlands and more. Will be a very eclectic, delicious group of six wines for all of us to enjoy. 1000 Main Street Shop 120, Napa
  Fee: $15/Tasting Time: 5pm - 8pm Phone Number: (707) 226-1378

• October 12 -- Red Hot Ruby Gala
  Celebration, Benefit: Napa Valley Museum celebrates its 40th anniversary with the Red Hot Ruby Gala in the Barrel Room at the Villagio Inn and Spa. This highly anticipated event is the museum’s primary fundraiser and provides crucial support for NVM’s programs. Drinks, dinner and dancing is rounded out with a silent and live auction with exceptional items like apartments in Europe, a condo in Santa Fe along with tickets to the opera and private dinners in exclusive wineries.
  Fee: $200 per person Time: 6:00pm Phone Number: 707-944-0500

• October 12 -- Napa County Crop Swap
  Farmer's Market: Be part of the local food movement! Eat real food! All fruits and vegetables offered should be clean and produced without synthetic pesticides. Legal crops only, arrive on time and have fun! 811 Jefferson Street, Napa, CA
  Fee: Free Time: 5:30pm – 6:30pm Phone Number: (707) 224-5403

• October 12 -- Pink Party at Chandon
  Benefit, Celebration: Join us at Domaine Chandon for our 7th annual Pink Party benefiting breast cancer programs at our local Queen of the Valley Medical Foundation. Dress in your finest pink attire and sip pink bubbly while savoring delicious small bites from étoile Restaurant and dancing to the sounds of a DJ under the stars. A wonderful selection of Napa Valley wine and luxury products will be available for purchase through our Silent Auction held at the beginning of the evening. Domaine Chandon, One California Drive, Yountville
  Fee: Aug.1 - 31 $75 + tax/ Sep.1 - Oct 12 $100 + tax Time: 7:00pm - 10:00pm Phone Number: (707) 204.7622

• October 13 -- Come Experience Harvest at Jarvis!
  Celebration: Join us for an afternoon of fun at this year's harvest tasting with music, and food pairings matched to our wines. Enjoy barrel tasting with Winemaker Ted Henry, current releases and library wines poured for your enjoyment. 2970 Monticello Rd, Napa, CA
  Fee: $75 general/$50 club member Time: 1:00pm-4:00pm Phone Number: 1-800-255-5280 ext. 155

• October 13 -- Acre by Acre Awards & Auction
  Auction: Join us as we celebrate & honor these conservation heroes at the Land Trust of Napa County’s inaugural Acre by Acre Awards & Auction. We honor their ingenuity, steadfast dedication and love for Napa Valley while helping raise much needed funds to continue our important work. Kenzo Estate Winery, 3200 Monticello Road, Napa CA 94558
  Fee: $250 Time: 4:00pm - 9:00pm Phone Number: 707-252-1071

• October 13 -- Enchanted Village Faire
  Celebration, Benefit: Stone Bridge School’s annual Enchanted Village Faire is part Renaissance fair, part school fundraiser and is open to the whole community. In addition to imaginative booths, there are outside vendors, a Village Shoppe selling handmade goods; plenty of healthy food; and good music. 1680 Los Carneros Avenue, Napa CA
  Fee: $2 Time: 11:00am - 4:00pm Phone Number: 707-252-5522

• October 13 -- Squish Squash @ Girard Winery
  Food: Come out for a unique spread of locally-grown squash nibblers paired with your Girard favorites. Wine Club members can bring up to three guests. 6795 Washington Street, Yountville, CA
  Fee: $20 general/Complimentary for members Time: 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Phone Number: 707.921.2864

• October 13 -- Grill The Chef @ Napa Valley Wine Train
  Food: We would like to welcome you to Grill the Chef, a delightful evening in the Silverado car. “Grill the Chef,” is a free-style dinner party hosted by the Wine Train’s Executive Chef Kelly Macdonald. Chef Kelly will be on board socializing, sharing tips on grilling and entertaining, and serving you some of his favorite BBQ dishes. 1275 McKinstry St., Napa
  Fee: $149 Per Person Time: 5:30pm - 9:30pm Phone Number: 800-427-4124

• October 13 -- North Napa Rotary Beerfest
  Beer Education: We're going to have lots of great music and there will be sausages! The beer is being brewed and served by many of the greatest homebrewers in Northern California! It will be judged in a Beer Judge Certification Program and American Homebrewers Association sanctioned competition and prizes will be awarded at the brewfest. 575 3rd Street, Napa, CA
  Fee: $25 Time: 11:00am - 5:00pm Phone Number: 707-258-2337

• October 13 -- Faux Stained Glass Fall Leaf Collage
  Family Friendly: Celebrate a cornucopia of fall leaves at the Napa Valley Museum. Using beautiful harvest leaves and paper, families can make their own faux stained glass window hanger or collage art masterpiece. 55 Presidents Circle, Napa, CA
  Fee: Free Time: 2:00pm - 4:00pm Phone Number: 707-944-0500

• October 13 -- Verismo Wines Harvest Party
  Celebration, Benefit: Join us as we raise money for local schools in Napa. This year we hope to raise twice as much money. We will have fun playing games, stomping on grapes, raffle prizes, live music and amazing wines from a private cellar will be raffled off. 100 Rapp Lane, Napa CA 94558
  Fee: $50 Time: 2pm-6pm Phone Number: 707-224-0191

• October 13 -- La Strada Dell Arte
  Exhibition: This years event will still feature “art in action” with chalk art being done on-site throughout the day but, will also include cartoonist, face painters, graffiti artists, art demonstrations and a section where people can make their own art using found objects. 920 Yount St, Napa, CA
  Fee: Free Time: 10:00am - 4:00pm Phone Number: 425-829-9568

• October 14 -- Mumm Napa Gallery presents "China A Wild New Frontier"
  Art: Mumm Napa Gallery presents "China A Wild New Frontier" a slideshow presentation by photo-artist Janis Miglavs who will be giving you an inside look into China's wine country. This presentation is truly a visual exploration and cultural experience. 8445 Silverado Trail, Rutherford, CA
  Fee: Free w/ RSVP Time: 4:00pm - 5:30pm Phone Number: 707-967-7740

• October 16 -- Cooking Class and Farmers Market Tour
  Food Education: Cooking with Julie. We meet at Napa's farmers market to purchase our provisions, then a private tasting and then back to the kitchen for a hands-on cooking class. Cheese Soufflé, Beef Tagliatta, Grilled Figs with Napa Honey and Vanilla Ice Cream. 644 1st St., Napa
  Fee: $215 Time: 8am-4pm Phone Number: 707.227.5036

• October 16 -- Annual Wine Advocate Tasting @ CIA
  Wine Education: California Syrah rises to the top. A coterie of extraordinary California winemakers have hit their stride with Syrah. Come be part of the first comprehensive tasting of legendary Syrahs made all over California. The tasting will be led by the Wine Advocate's Antonio Galloni, who has personally selected the Syrahs for this tasting. 2555 Main Street, St. Helena CA
  Fee: $1,000 Time: 1:30 pm Phone Number: 707-967-2400

• October 16 -- Doc Severinsen & the San Miguel Five @ Napa Valley Opera House
  Live Music: Come join the vivacious trumpeter and band leader Doc Severinsen’s latest project is classical Spanish with a jazz flair. Classical guitarist Gil Gutierrez is a virtuoso who consistently delivers energetic, electric performances. 1030 Main St., Napa, CA
  Fee: $40/$45 Time: 8pm Phone Number: 707.226.7372

• October 19 -- Loire Valley Tasting @ Back Room Wines
  Wine Tasting: Back Room Wines is excited to pour you wines from France's Loire Valley on this Friday evening. We're huge fans of the Loire Valley here as they make cool climate wines of distinction. Appellations poured in the tasting will likely include Muscadet, Sancerre, Pouilly-Fume, Vouvray, and Chinon. 1000 Main Street Shop 120, Napa
  Fee: $15/Tasting Time: 5 pm - 8 pm Phone Number: (707) 226-1378

• October 19 -- Cooking Class and Farmers Market Tour
  Food Education: Cooking with Julie. We meet at St. Helena's farmers market to purchase our provisions, visit a winery for a private tasting and then back to the kitchen for a hands-on cooking class. Cauliflower Soup with Chorizo Bread Crumbs, Grand Aioli, Persimmon Cake. 360 Crane Ave., St. Helena
  Fee: $215 Time: 8am-4pm Phone Number: 707.227.5036

• October 20 -- Andretti Winery - L'Italia In Vigneto
  Celebration: Celebrate Italian-style wine & cuisine at legendary race car driver Mario Andretti's Tuscan-inspired Vineyard & Estate in the heart of Napa Valley. Seasonal favorites & local ingredients provide a unique combination of old world-flavors & modern-day pleasure. Enjoy an elegant 3 course lunch with wine pairings prepared by talented chefs, followed by a winery tour & barrel tasting. 4162 Big Ranch Road, Napa
  Fee: $70 Time: 12 noon Phone Number: Tenaya, 1-888-460-8463 Ext. 229

• October 20 -- Annual Benefit Art Auction
  Auction, Benefit: di Rosa’s Annual Art Auction is well-known for featuring world class art from regional artists such as James Melchert, Sandow Birk, Deborah Oropallo, and more. The party starts with a scrumptious meal and live entertainment, followed by live and silent auctions and a groovy afterparty. Proceeds benefit exhibitions and educational programs year round at di Rosa. 5200 Sonoma Hwy, Napa
  Fee: Call for information Time: 5:00pm -12:00am Phone Number: 707.226.5991 x17

• October 20 -- Harvest Party at Bourassa Vineyards
  Celebration: Come and join us for another Grape Stomping Harvest Party at Bourassa Vineyards! The festivities will include Grape Stomping just like Lucy, a whole pig roasted on a spit, barrel tastings, cigars, door prizes, and live music! 190 Camino Oruga, Napa CA
  Fee: $75 general/$40 for club members Time: 1:00pm - 5:00pm Phone Number: 707-254-4922

• October 20 -- St. Helena Harvest Festival
  Celebration: Saint Helena’s Annual Hometown Harvest Festival is a great way to celebrate the end of the harvest season in Napa Valley and experience the beginning of the beautiful fall foliage. The festival starts with the legendary pet parade through downtown St Helena. The festival features live music, food and craft booths, wine pouring stations, a wine auction, a kids carnival, a 5k run and a kids run. St. Helena CA
  Fee: Free Time: 11:00am-4:00pm Phone Number: (707) 948-6157

• October 23 -- Cooking Class and Farmers Market Tour
  Food Education: Cooking with Julie. We meet at Napa's farmers market to purchase our provisions, then a private tasting and then back to the kitchen for a hands-on cooking class. Lentil-Sweet Red Pepper Soup with Cumin and Black Pepper, Pasta with Almond and Basil Pesto from Trapani, and Italian Almond Tart. 644 1st St., Napa
  Fee: $215 Time: 8am-4pm Phone Number: 707.227.5036

• October 24 -- The Parker Quartet @ Napa Valley Opera House
  Live Music: Hailed by The New York Times as “something extraordinary,” the Grammy Award-winning Parker Quartet has rapidly distinguished itself as one of the preeminent ensembles of its generation. Don't miss out! 1030 Main Street, Napa, CA
  Fee: $30 / $35 Time: 8pm Phone Number: 707.226.7372

• October 26 -- Andretti Winery - L'Italia In Vigneto
  Celebration: Celebrate Italian-style wine & cuisine at legendary race car driver Mario Andretti's Tuscan-inspired Vineyard & Estate in the heart of Napa Valley. Seasonal favorites & local ingredients provide a unique combination of old world-flavors & modern-day pleasure. Enjoy an elegant 4 course dinner with wine pairings prepared by talented chefs, followed by a winery tour & barrel tasting. 4162 Big Ranch Road, Napa
  Fee: $95 Time: 7pm Phone Number: Tenaya, 1-888-460-8463 Ext. 229

• October 26 -- Cooking Class and Farmers Market Tour
  Food Education: Cooking with Julie. We meet at St. Helena's farmers market to purchase our provisions, visit a winery for a private tasting and then back to the kitchen for a hands-on cooking class. Herb and Mushroom Frittata, Paella, and Apple Tatin. 360 Crane Ave., St. Helena
  Fee: $215 Time: 8am-4pm Phone Number: 707.227.5036

• October 27 -- Grill The Chef @ Napa Valley Wine Train
  Food: We would like to welcome you to Grill the Chef, a delightful evening in the Silverado car. “Grill the Chef,” is a free-style dinner party hosted by the Wine Train’s Executive Chef Kelly Macdonald. Chef Kelly will be on board socializing, sharing tips on grilling and entertaining, and serving you some of his favorite BBQ dishes. 1275 McKinstry St., Napa
  Fee: $149 Per Person Time: 5:30pm - 9:30pm Phone Number: 800-427-4124

• October 27 -- Dinner & Movie Night @ Flora Springs
  Dining, Performing Arts: Share a delicious Lobster Feed dinner paired with Flora Springs wines in our Vineyard Courtyard. Follow it up sitting fireside, sipping wine and watching a movie on our Rooftop Lounge, overlooking the vineyards and the mountains. The movie that will be showing is Sleepy Hollow. Halloween costumes encouraged! We will also have all your favorite traditional snacks to enjoy during the movie. Reservations required. 4:30pm wine and dinner. Movie start time 6:30pm. Halloween costumes encouraged. 1978 West Zinfandel Lane, St. Helena
  Fee: $99 general/$79.20 Wine Club members Time: 4:30pm Phone Number: 707-963-5711

• October 27 -- Run for Your Life in Yountville
  Recreation, Benefit: Seriously. Run a 5K. Not so seriously...In costume. Not even remotely seriously. . . Party at the finish! Then support the Tug McGraw Foundation with the sponsored proceeds of your efforts. We’ll start the event with a kids costume dash and then a crazy high heel dash - not limited to women, by the way, it IS a Halloween celebration! Yountville Plaza, Yountville
  Fee: $35 Individual $100 Group up to(5) Time: 4:30pm Phone Number: 707.933.6445

• Ocotber 27 -- Hometown Halloween
  Family Fun: Visit downtown Napa and any merchants displaying black and orange balloons, as they invite all ghosts and goblins to come in for treats. Lots of photo opportunities as the characters from the Flintstones, Wizard of Oz and more are all dressed up and a part of amazing backdrops for photos with the whole family. Downtown Napa CA
  Fee: Free Time: 12:00pm-3:00pm Phone Number: 707-257-0322

• October 27 -- Harvest Festival @ Connolly Ranch
  Celebration, Family Fun: Come learn and have fun with the Connolly Ranch staff and program partners while we give a tour of the farm, introduce you to our farm animals, and celebrate the bounty of our fall harvest. 3141 Browns Valley Rd., Napa, CA.
  Fee: Free Time: 11:00am - 2:00pm Phone Number: (707) 224.1894

• October 27 -- "Costumes for a Cure!"
  Benefit, Holiday: The 21st Annual Napa Valley AIDS Walk will take on a fun-filled “spooktacular” look as the event takes place on Halloween weekend. Walkers are encouraged to preview their Halloween costumes at the walk through the beautiful town of Napa. Activities include refreshments, raffles, team competitions, a live remote with 99.3 KVYN, and educational stations, with all the fun set to music created by everyone's favorite DJ Rotten Robbie. All proceeds will benefit Planned Parenthood Shasta Pacific, providing HIV prevention programming for the Napa Valley.
  Fee: Free Time: 10:00am Phone Number: 707-738-4056

• October 27 -- Halloween Extravaganza
  Celebration, Benefit: What has become a Napa tradition, this year will be our 37th Annual Extravaganza. This blow-out costume party is held at the Napa fairgrounds. Held the Saturday before Halloween, this is the largest party of its kind in Napa County and serves as one of our fundraisers. Guests are entertained with live music, enjoy access to an open bar and a casino hall. 575 3rd Street, Napa CA
  Fee: $40 Advance/$50 At the Door Time: 7:00pm -12:00am Phone Number: 707-253-2030

• Ocotber 27 -- Crystal Costume Ball at Raymond Vineyards
  Celebration, Holiday: Time to dress up and have a ball at our 3rd Annual Crystal Costume Ball! An amazing evening filled with plenty of music to dance to, Raymond wine to enjoy and even a costume contest to win. Don't miss out! 849 Zinfandel Lane, St. Helena CA
  Fee: $55 per person Time: 9pm Phone Number: 707-963-3141

• October 27 -- The Pagan Ball at Castello di Amorosa
  Celebration: Castello di Amorosa, Dario Sattui's authentically styled, 13th century Tuscan castle and winery celebrates Halloween with The Pagan Ball. Haunted underground chamber tours, sinfully decadent food and wine, fortune telling in the Chapel, Haybale Hell Smoking Lounge & Bar, Bone Shaking music and dancing. Reservations required. 4045 North St. Helena Hwy, Calistoga CA
  Fee: $110 Member/$130 Guests VIP $135 Member/$155 Guest Time: 8:00pm-12:00am Phone Number: 707-967-6274

• October 28 -- Nitty Gritty Dirt Band @ Napa Valley Opera House
  Live Music: The iconic and profoundly influential Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, often cited as a catalyst for an entire movement in Country Rock and American Roots Music, continues to add to their legendary status. Don't miss out on their live performance Sunday night. 1030 Main Street, Napa, CA
  Fee: $35/$40 Time: 7pm Phone Number: 707.226.7372

• October 30 -- Cooking Class and Farmers Market Tour
  Food Education: Cooking with Julie. We meet at Napa's farmers market to purchase our provisions, then a private tasting and then back to the kitchen for a hands-on cooking class. Chantrelle Mushroom Frittata, Paella, Apple Tatin, and Budda Hand Lemon Verbena Ice Cream. 644 1st St., Napa
  Fee: $215 Time: 8am-4pm Phone Number: 707.227.5036

Ongoing Events

• Every Night -- Live Music & Dancing @ Calistoga Inn
  Live Music: The Calistoga Inn Restaurant & Brewery has Open Mic Night every Wednesday night from 8:30pm to midnight. Jazz on the Patio every night during the high season with live jazz guitar. Dancing every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night with live DJ's from 9pm-1am. 1250 Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga CA 94515
  Fee: Free or small cover Time: Varies Phone Number: 707-942-4101

• Daily -- Taste Wines 'Off The Grid' @ Back Room Wines
  Wine Education: Enjoy a flight of five local wines from wineries without tasting rooms. Back Room selects from their inventory of hard-to-get local wines for the "Off The Grid" flight. Whites and reds, all delicious and unique. Off the Grid Wines on sale for 10% discount. Tasting fee waived with $100 purchase. Mon-Sat 10am-7pm/Sun 12pm-7pm. 1000 Main Street, Downtown Napa CA 94559
  Fee: $10 Time: 10 am - 7 pm Phone Number: 707-226-1378

• 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: 10:00am- 5:00pm Phone Number: (707) 255.1144

• Daily -- Wine & Cheese Pairing @ 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 years or older to enjoy this experience. 2555 Main Street, St. Helena CA 94574
  Fee: $15 Time: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: 888-424-2433

• 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. Open Wednesday - Monday. 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. Phone Number: (707) 944.0500

• 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. Three sessions: 11am, 3pm & 5pm. 2555 Main Street, St. Helena CA 95474
  Fee: $15 Time: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: 888-424-2433

• 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. Two sessions: 11am & 2pm. 7801 St Helena Hwy, Oakville CA 94562
  Fee: $55 per person Time: 11am - 2 pm Phone Number: 888-766-6328 x2

• 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 wines paired with delicious bites as we teach you about the Napa Valley and show you how to taste wine like a professional. Must be 21 or older to attend. Reservations recommended. Three Sessions: 10:30am, 1pm & 3:30pm. 2000 Main Street, St. Helena CA 94574
  Fee: $40 + sales tax per person Time: 10:30am - 3:30pm 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. 7801 St. Helena Highway, 1 mile north of Oakville CA
  Fee: $15 Time: 10 a.m. Phone Number: (888) 766.6328 ext. 2

• Daily -- The Chocolate Experience @ 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. 2555 Main Street, St. Helena CA 94574
  Fee: $10 Time: 1pm & 4pm Phone Number: 888-424-2433

• 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. Two sessions: 12 p.m. & 2 p.m. 2555 Main Street, St. Helena CA 94574
  Fee: $10 Time: 12pm - 2pm Phone Number: 888-424-2433

• Daily, by appointment -- The Wine & Cheese Experience at Merryvale
  Wine & Food Education: Join us for this journey into the joys of cheese and wine featuring five hand selected cheeses, charcuterie, and five Merryvale wines. Discover the differences with each pairing and understand why these cheeses are paired with specific varietals. By Appointment only. Call for reservations. 1000 Main Street, St. Helena
  Fee: $45 Time: 10 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Phone Number: 707-968-3431

• Daily, by appointment -- Wine Tasting at Black Stallion 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: $12-$30 Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm, By appointment Phone Number: (707).227.3255

• October 19 - April 30, 2013 -- Napa 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 ext. 1

• Daily -- St. Supéry "Élu Library Tasting"
  Wine Education: For red wine enthusiasts, try four vintages of St. Supéry's renowned Élu Estate Blend side by side and experience how this Bordeaux-style red wine develops over time in the bottle. 8440 St. Helena Hwy, Rutherford CA 94573
  Fee: $25 Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm Phone Number: 707-963-4507

• Daily -- "Taste of Dollarhide"@ St. Supery
  Wine & Food Education: St. Supery’s Dollarhide Estate is a Napa Green Certified vineyard in the northeastern hills of the Napa Valley. Enjoy a tasting of our award-winning Dollarhide Estate “Single-Vineyard” wines, including three vintages of Cabernet Sauvignon. Tastings are offered every hour on the hour, please arrive 15 minutes early. 8440 St. Helena Hwy, Rutherford CA
  Fee: $35 Time: 10:00am - 4:00pm Phone Number: 800-942-0809

• Daily -- Introduction to Beringer Tour
  Historic, Wine Education: We welcome guests 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. Reservations recommended. Tours available: 11am, 11:30am, 12:30pm, 1:30pm, 2pm, 3pm 3:30pm & 4pm. 2000 Main Street, St. Helena CA 94574
  Fee: $25/Under 21 free when accompanied by an adult Time: 11am - 4pm Phone Number: 707-963-8989

• 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: $50 Time: 11:00 am Phone Number: (707) 967.3993

• 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: $50 Time: 3:00pm Phone Number: (707) 967.3993

• March 10 - October 14, 2012 -- Ancient Myths & Vineyard Light @ Mumm Napa
  Exhibition: A portfolio of Africa’s undiscovered myths photo-illustrations and world-class vineyards bathed in ethereal light by photographer/artist Janis Miglavs. 8445 Silverado Trail, Rutherford CA 94573
  Fee: Free Time: 10am-5pm Phone Number: (707) 967. 7700

• October 25 - November 18 -- I Love You Because
  Performing Arts: A modern day musical love story inspired by the Jane Austen novel "Pride and Prejudice." Co-produced by Lucky Penny Productions in Napa and The New Spreckels Theatre Company in Rohnert Park. "I Love You Because" features lyrics by Ryan Cunningham, set to music by Joshua Salzman. 500 First Street (formerly Copia), Napa
  Fee: $26 general/$22 senior/$20 student Time: 8pm Thu-Fri-Sat/2pm Sunday Phone Number: 707-738-2920

• 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. 7801 St. Helena Highway, 1 mile north of Oakville CA
  Fee: $45 Time: 11 a.m. Phone Number: (888) 766.6328

• Monday - Friday -- 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: 10:30am - 4:30pm Phone Number: (707) 942.3349

• Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday -- Vineyard to Glass Tour @ St. Supery
  Wine Education: Experience world-class Napa Valley winemaking from the vineyard to cellar, led by one of our experienced wine educators. Begin your tour in the Estate Room with a tasting of St. Supéry Napa Valley Estate Sauvignon Blanc. We'll move on to the vineyard to view seasonal farming activities and discuss the current growing cycle. After the vineyard, get an up-close view of our unique "winery-within-a-winery" and sample wines in the barrel. We'll close the tour with a final taste of St. Supéry Estate wines. There is another tour time at 1pm. 8440 St. Helena Hwy, Rutherford CA 94573
  Fee: $25 Time: 10:00am Phone Number: 707-963-4507

• Tuesdays & Saturdays, May through October -- Napa Downtown Farmers' Market
  Market: The Napa Farmers Market is located at 644 First Street, 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. 7801 St. Helena Highway, 1 mile north of Oakville CA
  Fee: $115 Time: 11:30 am or by appointment Phone Number: (888) 766.6328

• 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 three exquisite creations from Hess Collection's Executive Chef, Chad Hendrickson. Advance reservations required. 4411 Redwood Road, Napa
  Fee: $75 Time: 2pm Phone Number: 707.255.1144 x213

• Thursday Evenings, May 1-October 31, 2012 -- 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 94562
  Fee: $150 Time: 4:30pm-8:30pm Phone Number: 888-766-6328 x2

• 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: $15-30 Time: 2:00pm - 4:00pm Phone Number: 707.963.2784

• Fridays and Sundays, March through November -- Gourmet Napa Walking Tour
  Recreation, Wine & Food Education: This 3-hour walking 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. By Private Reservation only December- February. Advanced purchase required.
  Fee: $68 Time: 11a.m. Phone Number: 855.503.0697

• Every Friday, May 4 - October 26, 2012 -- St. Helena Farmers Market
  Market: Bringing the finest fresh produce, crafts and other items and services to local residents and visitors. Rain or Shine! Crane Park, St. Helena CA 94574
  Fee: Free Time: 7:30am-12pm Phone Number: 707-486-2662

• Friday, Saturday, Sunday -- Charles Krug Winery Barrel Tastings
  Wine Tasting: Charles Krug Winery invites you to join us for our Barrel Tastings in the historic Redwood Cellar Friday, Saturday and Sunday until the beginning of harvest. Taste from two select barrels aging the Family Reserve and Limited Release wines. Come join the fun! 2800 Main Street, St. Helena
  Fee: $15.00 Time: 2:00pm - 4:30pm Phone Number: 707-967-2229

• 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 live music. Free lessons at 7:30 p.m., dancing until 9 p.m. 610 First St., Napa, CA
  Fee: Free Time: 7:30 p.m. -9 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 251.3757

• Every Final Friday -- By The Glass at Robert Craig Winery
  Celebration: Robert Craig Winery's new Friday Happy Hour at its Downtown Napa Tasting Salon, features a special wine each Friday at $6.25/glass. Other wines at regular pricing, major league sports on the big screen. No appointment necessary. Check our website events page, Facebook page or on Twitter for weekly specials. 625 Imperial Way, Napa CA
  Fee: $6.25 Featured Wine Time: 4:00pm-6:00pm Phone Number: 707-252-2250 x1

• Saturday - Sunday -- 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: 10:00am - 5:00pm Phone Number: (707) 942.3349

• 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. 1711 Main st. Napa, CA
  Fee: $15 Time: 7 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 255.5445

• Weekends -- 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. Offered weekends on the hour. 7801 St. Helena Highway, 1 mile north of Oakville, CA
  Fee: $15 Time: 10:00am - 5:00pm Phone Number: (888) 766.6328 ext. 2

• 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: 9:30am Phone Number: (707) 967.2320

• Selected Saturdays -- Wine Explorations: Tasting Like A Pro Classes
  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: 10:30 a.m. Phone Number: 707.967.2320

• Every Saturday -- Salsa Saturday Nights @ Bistro Sabor
  Dancing: Ceja Vineyards is proud to co-host Salsa Nights at Bistro Sabor in downtown Napa. Bistro Sabor spins the hottest Salsa, Merengue, Cumbia, Bachata and Reggaeton hits every Saturday night from 10:00PM to 1:30AM. No partner necessary. No cover charge. Come get your dance on!
  Fee: Free Time: 10 pm- 1:30 am Phone Number: 707.252.0555

• 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. 7801 St. Helena Highway, Oakville CA
  Fee: $45 Time: 3 p.m. Phone Number: (888) 766.6328

• 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: Times vary, according to classes Phone Number: (707) 967.2328

• Every Saturday May 7 - October 29 -- 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

• Every Second Sunday of the Month -- Traditional Jazz Sessions @ Embassy Suites Napa Valley
  Live Music, Dancing: 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 94559
  Fee: $10/$8 Members/$9 Members of other Jazz Clubs/$3 Ages 12-18/Under 12 Free Time: 1pm-5pm Phone Number: 707-226-5285

• May 1 - November 6 -- Dog Bar @ Bardessono
  Pet Friendly, Food: Enjoy our Dog Bar on our Ballroom patio. Savor drink specials and snacks for you and the treats for your dog. Sit. Stay. Drink! 6526 Yount Street, Yountville, CA
  Fee: Admission is Free Time: 5:00pm-7:00pm Phone Number: 707.204.6030

• 1st Friday of the month -- CHEERS! St. Helena
  Celebration: CHEERS! St. Helena runs the 1st Friday of every month, May through October. This non-profit event, on St. Helena’s Main Street, features live music and culinary wine pairing experiences from local restaurants and wineries. Locals and visitors stroll Main Street to enjoy more than 50 local wines, 15 restaurants, entertainment and 40 stores. $35 with wine, $100 season pass
  Fee: Free Time: 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm Phone Number: 800.799.6456

• Third Saturday and Sunday of every month -- Vintage Aircraft Display Days
  Family Friendly: Open Hangar display of vintage and experimental aircraft based at Napa County Airport. Come to the front of the terminal building to be escorted to the hangar area. This is a family event. Terminal Building, 2030 Airport Road, Napa
  Fee: Free Time: 10 AM - 2 PM Phone Number: 707.935.8946

• TBA -- Crush Party at V. Sattui Winery
  Celebration: Come experience the Harvest during one of the most exciting times of year in the Napa Valley! Step behind the scenes of a real working winery and feel the passion and excitement of winemaking while you join our staff in welcoming the new vintage. This year’s party will feature more than 45 different wines to sample. A selected menu of hors d’oeuvres and assorted small dishes will accompany our fine wines; and there will be lively music to round out the evening’s enjoyment. 1111 White Lane, St. Helena CA
  Fee: $89/$79 Club Members, plus tax Time: 6:15 pm - 9:30 pm Phone Number: 707-963-7774

• TBA -- Support Our Canine Heroes Wine Gala
  Benefit: Please plan to join us for an evening celebrating our canine heroes. Reception, silent auction and raffle, featuring food and wine tastings from some of Napa's most acclaimed wineries and restaurants. Gourmet four-course dinner paired with fine wines, followed by a rousing live auction of fine wines and winery experiences, dining, travel and entertainment packages, as well as the opportunity to support the veterinary care of our canine heroes. 875 Bordeaux Way, Napa, ca
  Fee: $300 and up Time: 5:00 pm - 10:00pm Phone Number: (415) 499-4026

• TBA -- SHCS Silver Anniversary Wine Auction
  Benefit: Wine Auction to benefit students of St. Helena Catholic School. Silent Auction with wine tasting and hors d'oeuvres, dinner and live auction, featuring rare and hard to find wines (inc. 25 year verticals) and unique experiences. Visit the website to view the online catalog. 2555 Main St., St. Helena, CA
  Fee: $150 Time: 5:00pm -10:00pm Phone Number: 707-963-4677

• TBA -- Annual Harvest Celebration
  Celebration: Please join Elizabeth and Spencer for an enjoyable evening in The Courtyard of our Tasting Room in Rutherford. Elizabeth Spencer wines will be paired with delicious hors d’oeuvres served at individual food and wine stations. Elizabeth Spencer Wines, 1165 Rutherford Rd., Rutherford
  Fee: Call for information & reservations Time: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: 707-963-4762