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Napa Valley, California, is a renowned destination offering year-round appeal with its mild climate and rich cultural events. Known for its world-class wineries, the region boasts scenic beauty and a variety of activities. The peak tourist season is August through October, coinciding with the grape harvest. During this time, visitors can experience the bustling vineyard atmosphere and vibrant fall colors.

Spring (March-May) is ideal for fewer crowds, blooming vineyards, and temperate weather, and it is perfect for outdoor activities like hiking and hot-air ballooning. Summer brings warm days, ideal for attending events like the Festival Napa Valley and the Napa Valley Jazz Getaway.

Winter (December–February) offers a peaceful retreat with fewer tourists, scenic mustard flower blooms, and festive events like Napa Valley Restaurant Week and the Napa Lighted Art Festival. Regardless of the season, Napa Valley’s wineries and stunning landscapes provide an unforgettable experience.

28 things to do in Napa Valley, CA

BottleRock Napa Valley

May 24-26, 2024 Event

This music festival in Napa Valley combines amazing performances with culinary shows

Monticello Dam Morning Glory Spillway

November–March Nature

An enormous drain hole which looks a portal into another world is especially impressive during the rainy season

Mustard Flowers in Napa Valley

January–March Nature

The vineyard beds explode with a vivid yellow carpet of mustard blooms creating cheerful vibes among the dull winter colors

Napa Valley Jazz Getaway

June 5-9, 2024 Event

A must-do event for a true jazz enthusiast in Yountville

Halloween

late September–late October Event

From spooky science in the lab to the Napa Valley ball,—there are a lot of new things to try in October

Napa Valley Harvest Season

August–December Activity

Watch Napa Valley come to life with the thrill and rush of the harvest

Almond Bloom

mid-February–early March Nature

The first sign of spring on the Pacific Coast

Sacramento Christmas Lights

mid-November–late December Event

Witness a beautiful holiday transformation of the city when entire neighborhoods dress to impress

Balloon Rides

year round (best time: March–May | August–October) Activity

Have you ever dreamt of rising high with the sun? Here's your chance!

Fall Colors

mid-October–mid-November Nature

Autumn shows off spectacular foliage in the vineyards of California's Wine Country

Napa Valley Wine Train

all year round (best August–October, March–May) Activity

Take a ride through one of the top wine-growing regions on the planet

Napa Valley Marathon

March 2, 2025 Event

Run through the famous wine country with its stunning vistas, historic wineries, and blooming wildflower fields

Biking in Napa Valley

all year round (best August–October, March–May) Activity

One of the best ways to tour the famous vineyards and get the advantage of the beautiful Californian outdoors

Hiking in Napa Valley

all year round Activity

Napa Valley boasts hundreds of beautiful hiking trails

Napa Valley Film Festival

mid-November, 2024 Event

An outstanding cinema gathering, taking place in Wine Country during the Cabernet season

Festival Napa Valley

July 6–21, 2024 Event

This music, food, wine, and lifestyle festival is one of the best summer events in Wine Country

Napa County Fair & Fiesta

August 8–11, 2024 Event

A classic county fair for the fans of traditional entertainment and games

Kayaking in Napa Valley

March–November Activity

Napa Valley is a perfect crowd-free destination for boating enthusiasts

Napa and Sonoma Beaches

May–November (best August–September) Activity

Located in about a one-hour-drive from the Californian coast, Napa Valley offers easy access to a few beaches

Napa Valley Fishing

late April–mid-November Activity

With plenty of lakes and creeks, Napa Valley is an excellent fly fishing destination

Napa Valley Christmas

November 27–December 31, 2024 Event

The merriest time of the year coincides with the Cabernet Season in Napa Valley

Napa Porchfest

Will be back in action in 2025 Event

A giant block party in downtown Napa with live music and food

Napa Lighted Art Festival

January 20 - February 18 Event

A unique lighted art walk illuminates downtown Napa in the winter

Napa Valley Restaurant Week

January 19 - January 23 Event

Discover all the culinary delights and secret eateries at the most famous epicurean’s destination in America

Napa Truffle Festival

January 12 - January 15 Event

Discover some of the finest Californian truffles

Yountville Live

late March Event

The food capital of Napa Valley showcases some gourmet music

Halloween in Sacramento: Ghost Tours, Zombie Walk & Seasonal Events

late October Event

Zombies, ghosts and haunted houses—Sacramento has it all!

Sonoma Hot Air Balloon Festival

July 13-14, 2024 Event

Enjoy ballooning in the heart of California's Sonoma County, just an hour drive from Napa

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