Napa Valley Happenings -- November/December 2010

Calistoga tractor parade
November 20 - 21 -- Holiday in Carneros
Holiday, Celebration: Holiday in Carneros is a multi-winery open house event featuring food and wine pairings, live music, unique tasting opportunities, special pricing and more.
Fee: $35 Advance/$40 Day of Event Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 909.4352
 
November 24, 2010 - -Tree Lighting Ceremony in Veteran's Park
Join us for the annual lighting of the Christmas Tree in Veteran's Park in downtown Napa. Enjoy a cup of hot chocolate and cookies donated by local merchants and entertainment from local dance groups and watch as the Mayor lights the Christmas Tree for all to see. 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm LOCATION: Veteran's Memorial Park Amphitheatre PHONE: 707-257-0322

November 27 -- Napa Christmas Parade
Holiday, Family Fun: Join your family, friends and neighbors for Napa's Annual Christmas Parade. Since becoming an evening parade, Napans have figured out how to add lights to any entry, cars, horses and even children. Santa wraps this one up and leads everyone to the Oxbow Public Market for free cookies and hot chocolate. Rain or Shine.
Fee: Free Time: 5-8 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 257.0322
 
December 4 -- Napa Valley Lighted Tractor Parade
Holiday, Family Fun: Napa Valley Lighted Tractor Parade in Calistoga held just after dark, is a salute to our agricultural heritage and features a wide range of small to gigantic equipment lighted and decorated bearing everything from kids to Santa. This weekend begins Calistoga's Classic Christmas Season, which runs thru December. Downtown Calistoga. Fee: Free Time: 6 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 942.6333
 
December 4, 2010 - Holiday B&B Tour
Napa Bed and Breakfast Inns will host their annual Holiday B&B Tour and Taste event on Sat Dec 4. The tour features holiday decorations and festive entertainment as well as food and wine pairings from Napa's premiere chefs and winemakers. 2:00PM - 6:00PM. Tickets ($55 per person) include food, wine, and access to all 12 B&B tours, and may be purchased at www.NapaHolidayTour.com.

December 10 - 12  - Napa Truffle Festival
Celebration, Food & Wine Education: The American Truffle Company (ATC) will present the inaugural Napa Truffle Festival, featuring a unique combination of leading truffle cultivation experts and scientists, along with internationally renowned Michelin-star chefs. The Westin Verasa, Napa, CA Fee: Varies by event Time: varies by event Phone Number: info@americantruffle.com

December 11, 2010 - 22nd Annual Holiday Candlelight Tour
Napa County Landmarks and the Napa County Historical Society host the 22nd Annual Holiday Candlelight Tour on Saturday, December 11, 2010, from 3-6 PM. This year’s tour will showcase the impressive “California Modern” homes of Monticello Park, a mid-century neighborhood on the outskirts of Napa. These large and lovingly maintained homes demonstrate the beautiful and innovative design features of post-war architecture and landscape design. 3:00PM - 6:00PM. Tickets are $25 for NCHS and NCL members in advance; $30 for non-members and day of event. Tickets can be purchased at the Goodman Library, by calling 255-1836 or online at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/130538.
 
November 19, 2010 – November 21, 2010 - "Gifts 'n Tyme Holiday Faire"-38th Annual
The Holiday Faire features 80+ booths of fine crafts, art, & gourmet foods. The N.V. Lion’s Club holds their home-baked goodies annual sale. Excellent lunches & dinners are offered. This is a great time to get your Christmas shopping done early–with the personal touch! 10:00 am – 4:00 pm - LOCATION: Napa Valley Expo, 575 Third St., Napa/Chardonnay Hall. PHONE: Kim: 925-372-8961

December 19 -- Holiday Tea at Domaine Carneros
Celebration: Enjoy an afternoon of style and casual sophistication: a spectrum of Domaine Carneros Sparkling wines and the timeless tradition of afternoon tea service. A true sensory experience with tantalizing food pairings including a selection of sweets, tea sandwiches and scones. 1240 Duhig Road, Napa, CA Fee: $50, $45 for wine club members Time: 3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 257.0101 ext 135

December 31 -- Napa Valley Wine Train New Years Eve
Celebration: This is an elegant bash the likes of which you will never forget. New Year's on board the Napa Valley Wine train starts with a reception in our station, a gourmet journey on board the train and ends with a party in the Napa Valley Wine Train station. Fee: Call for information and reservations Time: 5:30 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 427.4124



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