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Dec 02, 2022

Holiday Events in Napa Valley

  • Start your holiday shopping (or treat yourself!) at the NBC Pottery Gallery & Studio. Discover handmade ceramics, sculptures and more creative art at this annual holiday sale December 3rd and 4th 2022 from 11am till 5pm, with live music, food and fun.

  • Join the festivities at Robert Mondavi Winery's Annual Holiday Tree Lighting and Celebration. This much-anticipated, family-friendly event includes the annual tree lighting, wine tasting, hot apple cider, caroling, cookies and appetizers. It's Sunday, December 4, 2022 from 4pm to 6pm.

  • Celebrate Napa's 175th year at the Christmas Parade December 10, 2022 from 5pm till 8pm. You'll marvel at over-the-top decorated floats, plus meet Santa -- he'll be there for photo ops after the parade.

Dec 01, 2022

Best Napa Valley Pizza Restaurants

Want to find the best Napa Valley Pizza? You'll find the tastiest fresh-baked pies here, from Calistoga to Napa, California.

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Nov 28, 2022

Winter in the Wineries Passport

Grab your passport to the annual Winter in the Wineries.

You'll get access to complimentary wine tastings at 16 wineries in and around the charming small town of Calistoga. You'll also get discounts at several Calistoga hotels, restaurants and shops. The passport is valued at $400, but you can get it now for only $75!

Don't miss out--this season's Winter in the Wineries Passport is on sale now and valid December 3, 2022 through February 5, 2023.

Nov 21, 2022

Napa Valley Art Galleries and Art Collections Guide

Explore Napa Valley art galleries and collections. Whether you want to view spectacular collections or start your own, you'll find Napa art in this guide.

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Nov 17, 2022

Holiday Events in Napa Valley

  • Gather your family for the Holidays in Yountville. This winter wonderland spans the season from November 20, 2022 to January 1, 2023. Among the festivities are wine tastings, make-and-take crafts, cooking classes, free entertainment, the town's tree lighting ceremony and much more.

  • Get the holidays off to a joyous start at the Silverado Resort Tree Lighting. It's the day after Thanksgiving, November 25, 2022. Join the festivities on the Mansion Lawn. Enjoy cookies and cocoa, listen to the choir, and meet Santa and his elves.

  • Don't miss the Annual Lighted Tractor Parade in Calistoga! Be there December 3, 2022 for this must-see celebration. You'll be dazzled as the vintage tractors, trucks and floats parade down Calistoga's main street. Look for Santa...he wouldn't miss this family-fun event!

Nov 15, 2022

Best Yountville Wineries in Napa Valley, California

Explore the top Yountville wineries and discover dramatically different wine tastings and tours they have to offer.

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Nov 07, 2022

Best Merlot Wine from Napa Valley, California

Discover the best Merlot wine in Napa Valley. How to serve Merlot, food pairing suggestions and wine ratings.

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Nov 06, 2022

Best Pet-Friendly Hotels in Napa Valley, California

Want to bring your fur baby to Napa Valley? Get the list of best pet-friendly hotels in Napa Valley, along with accommodations and tips, plus special treats.

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