Featuring amazing artists like Lionel Richie, Pretty Yende, Jean-Ives Thibaudet, Ray Chen and Time for Three, along with more than 100 international and emerging artists, Festival Napa Valley 2024 from July 6-21 is a must-attend. Here are some don't-miss events.
Diners toast to Festival Napa Valley at one of last year's vintner's luncheons.
July 11
Founders Dinner at The Donum Estate
Celebrate the big supporters of Festival Napa Valley at the annual Founders Dinner, hosted this year by Allan and Mei Warburg at the Donum Estate. Attendees will enjoy a gourmet dinner surrounded by the sprawling 200-acre land decorated with beautiful contemporary sculptures accompanied by award-winning wines and ambient music.
Invitation only
24500 Ramal Road, Sonoma
July 13
Taste of Napa
See the best of wine country at Taste of Napa, featuring more than 70 wineries, breweries, restaurants and culinary artists. Featuring DJ Lady Ryan and Neon, this event combines music, good food and the world of wine for an unforgettable experience.
General admission: $150 per guest
875 Bordeaux Way, Napa
July 14
Arts for All Gala
Lionel Richie is headlining the Arts for All Gala at Nickel & Nickel Winery in Oakland. Guests will enjoy a delectable dinner by chef Elliot Bell of Charlie's in St. Helena alongside a lively auction with prizes from luxury travel and wine to experiences and more.
Reservation required
July 18
Book Launch: Gordon Getty's Upon a Day
Author, composer and poet, Gordon Getty, will be celebrating his new book, Upon a Day, at the Culinary Institute of America at COPIA on Thursday, July 18. With book signings, a poetry read by the author and some light refreshments, this event promises to be a memorable one.
Free admission, reservation required
500 1st St., Napa, CA
July 21
Final Day activities
July 21st marks the end of Festival Napa Valley 2024, and with it comes closing events that are sure to be a hit. Beginning with a Season Finale Brunch at Alpha Omega Winery, an annual tradition featuring mouthwatering barbecue, followed by a live symphonic performance by Festival Orchestra Napa and Time for Three. All of the festivities come to a close with an invite-only Wrap Celebration at Tre Posti estate where guests can nosh on delectable bites by chef Nash Cognetti.
Prices vary
Photography by: JOHN KYL
