Napa Valley Events December 2011

Napa Valley Events
December 2011

December 1 -- Clif Family Winery at Velo Vino Holiday
Celebration: Join us to celebrate the holiday season and kick off your holiday shopping. Enjoy wines by the glass, seasonal foods, discounts on merchandise, wine and gourmet food products. A portion of the proceeds from sales will go to a family in need. We will also be supporting Toys for Tots toy drive…bring a toy and receive a free Clif Bar.
Fee: Free. Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Phone Number: 707-968-0625

December 1 - 2 -- Living Nativity
Holiday: Come enjoy a Living Nativity featuring live actors and live animals, including a camel. The animals are therapy animals from Lyons Ranch. This is a family friendly interactive event that is sure to become part of your holiday tradition. Living Vine Church, 3305 Linda Vista Ave., Napa
Fee: Free. Time: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: 707-226-8765

December 2 - 4 -- White Barn Winter Fair 2011
Benefit: Artisans & craftsmen join together as a benefit for Nimbus Arts. Event will feature unique handmade crafts and one-of-a-kind creations. Shoppers may purchase handmade jewelry, cards, fine art originals & prints, wooden cutting boards, hand blown glass ware, holiday florals, textiles, ceramics, artisan food & more! 2727 Sulphur Springs Ave, St. Helena CA
Fee: Fri Preview Night $10-15/Sat-Sun Free. Time: Fri 5 p.m. - 8 p.m./Sat- Sun 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: 510-594-7614

December 2 -- Garage Band 101 in Concert @ Napa Valley Opera House
Live Music: Napa School of Music presents five student bands playing the music of homegrown Cali artists at this don’t-miss concert. Now in its 6th year, the school’s signature rock band workshop, Garage Band 101, brings students ages 7 and up together to form rock bands. 1030 Main St., Napa
Fee: Call for information & tickets. Time: 7 p.m. Phone Number: 707-226-7372

December 2 - 4 -- Holiday Shopping Extravaganza
Holiday: Sue F. Payne & Friends Present their 16th Annual Holiday Shopping Extravaganza. This Three Day Show features Fine Art - Fine Craft - Fine Gifts. A Special Raffle will be held to benefit Napa Valley Hospice & Adult Day Services. Over 45 Fabulous Artisans! Come Join Us and Bring a Friend. Napa Valley Expo - Cabernet Hall, 575 Third St., Napa
Fee: Free. Time: Friday/Saturday: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Sunday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: 707-252-4050

December 3 -- Bordeaux & Brews!
Celebration: Bourassa Vineyards and Napa Smith Brewery invites you to our first Bordeaux & Brews! Check out our joint venture, Napa Smith Brew Pub offers up $4 pints, Bourassa has wine by the glass for $7. Compadre's Rio Grille of Napa will be cooking up delicious offerings. Lunch fare $3 - $5. Tasty, good fun! 1 Executive Way, Napa
Fee: Beer/Wine $4-$7, Food $3-$7. Time: 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Phone Number: 707-254-4922

December 3 - 18 -- Pictures with Santa @ V Marketplace
Family Fun: Santa will be at V Marketplace over the holiday weekends to listen to Christmas wishes and have his picture taken with boys and girls of all ages and your 4-legged friends. Santa will be in Lemondrops Children's Boutique on the second floor of V Marketplace. Bring your own camera. 6525 Washington St., Yountville
Fee: Free. Time: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: 707-944-2451

December 3 -- Robert Mondavi Winery Holiday Party
Holiday, Celebration: Our annual holiday party this year will include a tree lighting, carolers, horse and buggy rides through the To Kalon vineyard, delicious wines, tasty treats, Italian cookies and Moscato d’Oro, and of course wonderful holiday discounts on both wine and merchandise. We look forward to spreading some holiday cheer with you. 7801 St. Helena Hwy., Oakville
Fee: Free for members, $25 for non-members. Time: 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: 707-968-2000

December 3 -- Holiday Winemaker Dinner at Merryvale
Celebration, Food & Wine Education: Join us at Merryvale for a sensational Holiday Dinner in the Cask Room! Warning: These popular dinners do sell out, so make your plans early! Dress is Black Tie Optional or themed costumes -- we encourage you to dress up and enjoy the evening (please no jeans). Please call for reservations. 1000 Main Street, St. Helena CA
Fee: $150 All Inclusive. Time: 7 p.m. Phone Number: 800-326-6069 x429

December 3 -- Holiday Bed and Breakfast Tour
Holiday, Celebration: Join us in historic downtown Napa and visit our Bed and Breakfast Inns, festively decorated for this special holiday season. Each inn will host a wine reception featuring a premier Napa Valley winery, paired with a taste of the Napa Valley. Transportation and entertainment will be provided. Many downtown merchants will be offering special discounts to event participants.
Fee: $55. Time: 3 p.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: 707-257-1444

December 3 - 4 -- Silverado Vineyards Holiday Shopping Weekend!
Celebration: In honor of the upcoming Holiday, we are having a great sale for our friends and good customers! As you sip on Silverado Vineyard wines, you can complete your holiday shopping. Looking forward to celebrating with you! Sincerely, Your Friends at Silverado Vineyards, 6121 Silverado Trail, Napa CA
Fee: Free to attend. Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: 707-257-1770

December 3 -- Faux Gingerbread House Workshop
Family Fun: Come create a faux gingerbread house using, graham crackers, icing and candy decorations. Saturday, December 3, 2011 McPherson Elementary School (multipurpose room) 2670 Yajome St. Napa, CA 94558 Pre-registration is required, call 253-0376 for more information
Fee: $6.00. Time: 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Phone Number: 707-253-0376

December 3 -- Napa Valley Lighted Tractor Parade in Calistoga
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: 7 p.m. Phone Number: (707) 942.6333

December 3 - 4 -- Rutherford Passport Weekend
Celebration, Wine Education: Experience the wineries of the Rutherford Appellation as never before, with exclusive barrel tastings, wine and food pairings, sales of future wines and special Passport Weekend discounts. A portion of ticket sales will be donated to a Napa Valley charity.
Fee: $75 Weekend pass/$60 Sunday only. Time: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: 707-332-5585

December 4 -- Holiday Shopping at Ma(i)sonry
Celebration: Join us for our annual Holiday Shopping Days at Ma(i)sonry to peruse and acquire boutique wines, one-of-a-kind objet d'art, and unique design items for your loved ones! 6711 Washington Street, Yountville
Fee: Complimentary. Time: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Phone Number: 707-944-0889

December 4 -- Hanukkah Hootenanny!
Celebration: Latkes and libations rule the day at the Judd's Hill Annual Hanukkah Hootenanny! Features the legendary "Extravagant Latke Bar", with musical entertainment provided by Meshugga Beach Party, playing traditional Jewish folk songs in an instrumental ‘surf music’ style. Judd's Hill Winery, 2332 Silverado Trail, Napa, CA.
Fee: Call for information. Time: 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. Phone Number: 707-255-2332

December 5 - 6 -- Oxbow Market Tour and Cooking Class
Food Education: We meet at Oxbow Public Market to purchase our provisions, then a private tasting and then back to the kitchen for a hands-on cooking class. Crostini with Leeks and Ricotta, Rotisserie Chicken with Grilled Romaine Salad, and Pear Clafouti with Star Anise.
Fee: $215. Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Phone Number: 707-227-5036

December 8 -- "Sexiness & Cigars in the City!"
Celebration: Join us for "Ladies Only Night" at Baker Street Downtown! An amazing evening featuring "Cigar 101" Seminar, a Sexiness Inside & Out Seminar on Holistic Anti-aging by Kyle O'hara. Champagne, Chocolate, Prizes, Shopping Specials that night only, fun and more! Dress to impress and bring a friend. Please call to RSVP. 1018 First Street, Napa CA
Fee: Free. Time: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: 707-255-4434

December 8 -- BVES Holiday Gift and Book Fair
Holiday, Benefit: Browns Valley Elementary School is hosting a Holiday Gift and Book Fair where you will find a variety of wares from local artisans, as well as books for all ages. Come find that perfect gift while supporting 5th Grade Outdoor Education and the school library! There will also be tempting treats available from our bake sale and a raffle with prizes donated from the vendors. 1001 Buhman Avenue, Napa CA
Fee: Free. Time: 2 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: 707-225-2648

December 9 - January 16, 2012 -- Emerging Artists Show and Sale
Art Exhibition: This show is open to all artists who have not yet had gallery representation and/or acceptance in a national exhibition and/or received prize monies exceeding $100 and/or have not engaged in the business of marketing their work. The purpose of this show is to present a diverse, quality art show and sale to the public. All works available for purchase. Yountville Arts Gallery at Community Center, 6516 Washington Street, Yountville CA
Fee: Free. Time: 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. Mon. – Fri. Phone Number: 707-944-8712

December 9 -- A Victorian Christmas with John Doan
Holiday, Performing Arts: Emmy-nominated guitarist and composer John Doan puts a new twist on the standard Christmas concert with original American instruments including the harp guitar, ukelin, chartola and classical banjo. You’ll become part of the show as you sing (or whistle) along to a nineteenth-century accompaniment. 55 Presidents Circle, Yountville CA
Fee: $10 Adults/$5 Members/$2.50 Children. Time: 7 p.m. Phone Number: 707-944-0500

December 9 -- Napa Wine Train Murder Mystery Dinner
Performing Arts, Food & Wine Education: A number of the world's greatest detectives are gathering on the Napa Valley Wine Train to see who will receive the royalties to the recently published best seller, called “The Detectives’ Club.” Join them and see if you can solve the murder, or murders, of The Detectives' Club. 1275 McKinstry Street, Napa CA 94559
Fee: $145 per person. Time: 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Phone Number: 800-427-4124

December 10 -- Ringing in the Seasons at the Napa Valley Museum
Holiday, Celebration: Bring your family and join in the spirit of the season with songs performed by the Covenant Chimers. Make one-of-a-kind ornaments and decorate cookies! Join us as for cider and an afternoon of old-fashioned fun as you enjoy making memories together. Call for reservations. 55 Presidents Circle, Yountville CA
Fee: $5. Time: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: 707-944-0500

December 10 -- An Evening With Raymond Vineyards!
Celebration: You are invited to experience Raymond Vineyards. Enjoy a progressive food and wine winter celebration as we take you through the many experiences that we have to offer. Enjoy live music, limited production and library wines and heavy appetizers prepared by Chef Michou Cornu. Bring friends for a chance to win special prizes. 849 Zinfandel Lane, St. Helena
Fee: $20. Time: 4:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: 800-525-2659

December 10 -- Artist’s Palette with Tor Kenward @ Ma(i)sonry
Food & Wine Education: Matching the beautiful selection of art and design, Ma(i)sonry offers the perfect alfresco dining option with The Artist’s Palette. Enjoy a curated gallery reception, followed by a wine-paired dinner of small courses with your host, Tor Kenward. 6711 Washington St., Yountville
Fee: $155 Time: 6:30 p.m. Phone Number: 707-944-0889

December 10 -- Urban Wine Crawl 2011
Wine Education: Experience 12 different wineries in the Napa Urban Winery district! Each winery will be celebrating the season with nibbles and holiday cheer. Includes wine tasting at all participating wineries, transportation between wineries, commemorative T-shirt, Govino Glass and various food at participating wineries. Visit us online for the list of wineries and to purchase tickets.
Fee: $50 Advance/$40 Wine Club Members. Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: 707-252-8665

December 10 -- Art Show & Holiday Open House @ Black Stallion Winery
Holiday, Celebration: Celebrate the holiday season at Black Stallion Winery! Enjoy wine tasting while viewing exhibits from over 15 local artists. Our cellar will be transformed into a festive showcase featuring paintings & photography, mouth-blown glass, jewelry and much more. Light nibbles will be paired with Black Stallion wines.
Fee: $12 General Public/Napa Neighbor 25% off. Time: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: 707-227-3248

December 10 -- The Wailers plus Lee Scratch Perry @ Uptown Theatre
Live Music: As the greatest living exponents of Jamaica’s reggae tradition, the Wailers have completed innumerable other tours, playing to an estimated 24 million people across the globe. They have also been the first reggae band to tour new territories on many occasions, including Africa and the Far East.
Fee: $42. Time: 8 p.m. Phone Number: 707-259-0123

December 10 -- VOENA Holiday Sneak Peak with Wine Party
Celebration: Luna Vineyards invites you to join us for tasty nibbles, wine tasting and special one day offers. All to be enjoyed in our cozy tasting room amongst an elite ensemble, with angelic voices, from the VOENA Bay Area Children's Choir. $20 or FREE with a $20 gift of a new unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots. 2921 Silverado Trail, Napa
Fee: See description. Time: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: RSVP 707-255-5862 x120

December 10 - 11 -- Holiday Train Festival
Festival: Napa Valley Model Railroad Historical Society, Holiday Open House. Come and see the HO scale trains run through our model of the Napa Valley. Napa Valley Expo, 575 Third Street, Napa CA
Fee: Free. Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: 707-253-8428

December 10 - 11 -- Holiday Cheer Weekend: Wreath 4 Charity
Celebration: Several non-profit organizations will display their wreaths. The public can donate to the non-profit. Live music, great food, both days. Castello di Amorosa, 4045 N. St. Helena Hwy, Calistoga
Fee: $15 in addition to General Admission fee. Time: 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: 707-967-6272

December 10 -- Cheers! St Helena
Celebration: Come join Cheers! St Helena as we celebrate the season with a special holiday edition of our fun and exciting festival series! With 40+ of Napa Valley's best wineries featured as well as amazing food, music and friends... there is no better way to finish out the season and the year then with a toast and a little Cheers! Main St., St. Helena
Fee: $35/$15(ages 65-74)/FREE(ages 75+). Time: 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: 707-967-0900

December 10 -- Napa Wine Train Moonlight Escape Dinner
Food & Wine Education, Dining: Our Moonlight Escape gourmet dinner takes place upstairs in the Vista Dome rail car with its almost 180-degree view. Guests glide over the evening vineyards touched with the silver light of the rising moon. This is a five-course dinner, including a glass of sparkling wine, and two glasses of our private label.
Fee: $159 per person. Time: 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Phone Number: 800-427-4124

December 10 - 11 -- Annual Santa's Helpers Holiday Gift Faire
Holiday: Held at the Napa Valley Expo, Santa's Helpers features over 100 artisans gathered together to make your Christmas shopping a delight. You will find everything from fine art to country folk art, fancy foods and tasty tidbits. Grab a friend, spend the day with us and experience the magic of Christmas. 575 Third Street, Napa, CA
Fee: Free. Time: Sat.10 a.m. - 5 p.m./Sun 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: 707-257-7144

December 10 -- Annual Holiday Candlelight Tour
Holiday, Historic: For the first time in the history of the event, this year’s tour will showcase Napa’s stunning Craftsman style architecture. The self-led tour will feature nine houses that range from small “jewel-box” bungalows to expansive mansions that exhibit the full range of Craftsman detail.
Fee: $30 NCL/NCHS members, $40 general. Time: 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. Phone Number: 707-255-1836

December 10 -- Festival of Trees
Festival, Benefit: Join us for our annual Holiday Kickoff with a gourmet luncheon, glamorous fashion show and uniquely decorated trees and wreaths -- returning to the MERITAGE Resort, Napa.
Fee: $90. Time: 10:30 a.m. Phone Number: 707-944-9910 x5840

December 11 -- Holiday Shopping at Ma(i)sonry
Celebration: Join us for our annual Holiday Shopping Day at Ma(i)sonry to peruse and acquire boutique wines, one-of-a-kind objet d'art, and unique design items for your loved ones! 6711 Washington St., Yountville
Fee: Complimentary. Time: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Phone Number: 707-944-0889

December 11 -- NV Symphony: Baroque for the Holidays
Live Music: Dmitry Sitkovetsky is an artist whose creativity defies categorization. He has built up an active and successful career as a violinist, conductor, arranger, chamber musician and festival director. Napa Valley Opera House, 1030 Main St., Napa
Fee: $30, $50, $70, $80. Time: 3:00 p.m. Phone Number: 707-944-9900

December 11 -- "Festival of Carols" Concert St. Helena
Holiday, Live Music: Get in the Christmas Spirit! All are invited to the 16th annual free Christmas Concert presented by the St. Helena First Presbyterian Church Chancel Choir. Enjoy the cantata “Festival of Carols” and stay for refreshments following the concert. 1428 Spring Street, St. Helena
Fee: Free. Time: 4:00 p.m. Phone Number: 707-963-1255

December 11 -- Viader Holiday Barrel Tasting
Wine Education: Join the Viader family for a Special Wine Pairing of our Barrel selections and "Futures" wines with homemade desserts prepared by Executive Chef Mariela Viader. In the spirit of the season, we will be extending Special Offers at the winery on this one day only. 1120 Deer Park Road Deer Park CA. 94576
Fee: $35, free for wine club members. Time: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: 707-963-3816

December 11 -- Teddy Bear Tea & Father and Child Tee at Silverado Resort & Spa
Celebration: A holiday high tea will be served along with storytelling, a puppet show and each child will be given a teddy bear to take home. Father's also enjoy an afternoon on the course with your son or daughter. Reservations are required. 1600 Atlas Peak Road, Napa
Fee: Teddy Bear Tea $40 per person/Father & Child Tee $20 per person. Time: 1:30 p.m. - 3 p.m. Phone Number: 707-257-0200

December 12 -- Napa Valley Wine Train Santa Express
Holiday, Family Fun: The Santa Express Train is a magical experience for the young and the young at heart. Ride the express train with our special guest, Santa! Ole' Saint Nick is going to bring some friends (including one with a nose that glows so bright) and carolers on board. This is a fabulous holiday experience for the whole family.
Fee: $30 - $40 per adult. Time: 3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Phone Number: 800-427-4124

December 13 -- Napa Valley Wine Train Santa Express
Holiday, Family Fun: The Santa Express Train is a magical experience for the young and the young at heart. Ride the express train with our special guest, Santa! Ole' Saint Nick is going to bring some friends (including one with a nose that glows so bright) and carolers on board. This is a fabulous holiday experience for the whole family.
Fee: $30 - $40 per adult. Time: 3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Phone Number: 800-427-4124

December 13 -- Holiday Open House @ Culinary Institute of America
Holiday, Celebration: Guests will admire the creativity of St. Helena’s local children as they stroll through the maze of gingerbread houses they’ve created. Sing along with the St. Helena Catholic School Choir and the St. Helena Adult Choir as they provide Christmas carols. Kids may decorate sugar cookies and share their wish lists with Santa. 2555 Main St., St. Helena, CA
Fee: $10 for parking. Time: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: 707-967-2322

December 14 -- Napa Valley Wine Train Santa Express
Holiday, Family Fun: The Santa Express Train is a magical experience for the young and the young at heart. Ride the express train with our special guest, Santa! Ole' Saint Nick is going to bring some friends (including one with a nose that glows so bright) and carolers on board. This is a fabulous holiday experience for the whole family.
Fee: $30 - $40 per adult- Time: 3:00 p-m- - 5:30 p-m- Phone Number: 800-427-4124

December 15 -- C.A.O. La Traviata & Osa Sol Cigar Event
Celebration: You're invited to celebrate the season in grand style with C.A.O. La Traviata & the new Osa Sol cigars along with amazing refreshments, Christmas prizes, music, raffles & more! Don't miss out! RSVP to attend by calling or on Facebook and bring your spouse and/or a friend! 1018 First Street, Napa CA
Fee: Free. Time: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: 707-255-4434

December 16 -- Oxbow Market Tour and Cooking Class
Food Education: Cooking with Julie. We meet at Oxbow Public Market to purchase our provisions, then a private tasting and then back to the kitchen for a hands-on cooking class. Spinach Velouté, Bavette Steak, Celery root and Potato Puree, Dressing and Apple Galette with Spicy Crème Chantilly.
Fee: $215. Time: 8:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Phone Number: 707-227-5036

December 16 -- Brandi Carlile @ Uptown Theatre
Live Music: As Carlile’s fans well know, her concerts are near legendary in their perfect communion between performer and audience. Anyone who’s ever attended one of Carlile’s shows will recognize the magic captured within. 1350 Main St., Napa
Fee: $30/$40. Time: 8 p.m. Phone Number: 707-259-0123

December 16 -- Windham Hill Winter Solstice @ Napa Valley Opera House
Live Music: An annual holiday tradition, this year's tour includes multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter Barbara Higbie, pianist Liz Story and harpist Lisa Lynne, with support from guitar virtuoso Sean Harkness and traditional flute master George Tortorelli. 1030 Main St., Napa
Fee: $16 - $20. Time: 8 p.m. Phone Number: 707-226-7372

December 17 -- Napa Valley Wine Train Santa Express
Holiday, Family Fun: The Santa Express Train is a magical experience for the young and the young at heart. Ride the express train with our special guest, Santa! Ole' Saint Nick is going to bring some friends (including one with a nose that glows so bright) and carolers on board. This is a fabulous holiday experience for the whole family.
Fee: $30 - $40 per adult. Time: 8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Phone Number: 800-427-4124

December 17 -- Cosentino Winery Holiday Open House
Celebration: Come join us as we celebrate the holiday season with new wines and yummy holiday nibbles. 7415 St. Helena Hwy, Yountville
Fee: $20/Complimentary Wine Club + 3 guests. Time: 12 - 4 p.m. Phone Number: 707-921-2894

December 17 -- Blind Boys of Alabama Christmas Show @ Uptown Theatre
Live Music, Holiday: The Blind Boys of Alabama are looking forward to their show at The Uptown Theatre on December 17, 2011. 1350 Third St., Napa
Fee: $40. Time: 8 p.m. Phone Number: 707-259-0123

December 17 -- Holiday Art & Wine Tasting Singles Party
Celebration: Celebrate the holidays with new single friends who appreciate fine art and fine wine! $20/advance (by Dec 16) or $30/door includes all the wines you can taste, from boutique wineries; accompanied by specialty French appetizers to cleanse the palate. Adults of all ages welcome. Nieto Fine Art Gallery, 565 Sutter St, Napa
Fee: $30. Time: 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. Phone Number: 415-507-9962

December 17 -- Dave Burleigh @ Napa Valley Opera House
Performing Arts: NVOH Comedy Series Presents Dave Burleigh Featuring opening comic Kellen Erskine. Hosted by Rhonda Lucile Hicks of Red Dragonfly Productions. Held in the Cafe Theatre, 1030 Main St., Napa
Fee: $18. Time: 7:30 p.m. Phone Number: 707-226-7372

December 17 -- Holiday Open House at Girard Winery
Celebration: Girard Winery will be hosting a Holiday Open House. With delicious wines and scrumptious holiday bites, what more could you ask for? 6795 Washington St., Yountville
Fee: $20/Complimentary Wine Club +3 Guests. Time: 1 - 5 p.m. Phone Number: 707-944-9026x18

December 18 -- Napa Valley Wine Train Santa Express
Holiday, Family Fun: The Santa Express Train is a magical experience for the young and the young at heart. Ride the express train with our special guest, Santa! Ole' Saint Nick is going to bring some friends (including one with a nose that glows so bright) and carolers on board. This is a fabulous holiday experience for the whole family.
Fee: $30 - $40 per adult. Time: 8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Phone Number: 800-427-4124

December 19 -- Napa Valley Wine Train Santa Express
Holiday, Family Fun: The Santa Express Train is a magical experience for the young and the young at heart. Ride the express train with our special guest, Santa! Ole' Saint Nick is going to bring some friends (including one with a nose that glows so bright) and carolers on board. This is a fabulous holiday experience for the whole family.
Fee: $30 - $40 per adult. Time: 8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Phone Number: 800-427-4124

December 23 -- Oxbow Market Tour and Cooking Class
Food Education: Cooking with Julie. We meet at Oxbow Public Market to purchase our provisions, then a private tasting and then back to the kitchen for a hands-on cooking class. Wild Mushroom Tart, Lamb with Thyme, Glazed Turnips, Chocolate Pudding Cakes.
Fee: $215. Time: 8:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Phone Number: 707-227-5036

December 20 -- Napa Valley Wine Train Santa Express
Holiday, Family Fun: The Santa Express Train is a magical experience for the young and the young at heart. Ride the express train with our special guest, Santa! Ole' Saint Nick is going to bring some friends (including one with a nose that glows so bright) and carolers on board. This is a fabulous holiday experience for the whole family.
Fee: $30 - $40 per adult. Time: 8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Phone Number: 800-427-4124

December 20 -- Oxbow Market Tour and Cooking Class
Food Education: Cooking with Julie. We meet at Oxbow Public Market to purchase our provisions, then a private tasting and then back to the kitchen for a hands-on cooking class. Crostini roasted Beets, Roast Chicken with Tarragon, Red Rice and Quinoa and Chocolate Truffle Tart.
Fee: $215. Time: 8:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Phone Number: 707-227-5036

December 21 -- Napa Valley Wine Train Santa Express
Holiday, Family Fun: The Santa Express Train is a magical experience for the young and the young at heart. Ride the express train with our special guest, Santa! Ole' Saint Nick is going to bring some friends (including one with a nose that glows so bright) and carolers on board. This is a fabulous holiday experience for the whole family.
Fee: $30 - $40 per adult. Time: 8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Phone Number: 800-427-4124

December 22 -- A Charlie Brown Christmas w/ David Benoit @ Napa Valley Opera House
Live Music: Returning for a second holiday performance, featuring a collection of holiday favorites and Vince Guaraldi-penned Peanuts classics -- such as the instantly recognizable Linus and Lucy -- this smooth jazz evening was created by five-time Grammy-nominated musician, composer and arranger David Benoit. 1030 Main St., Napa
Fee: $30 - $35. Time: 8 p.m. Phone Number: 707-226-7372

December 22 -- Napa Valley Wine Train Santa Express
Holiday, Family Fun: The Santa Express Train is a magical experience for the young and the young at heart. Ride the express train with our special guest, Santa! Ole' Saint Nick is going to bring some friends (including one with a nose that glows so bright) and carolers on board. This is a fabulous holiday experience for the whole family.
Fee: $30 - $40 per adult. Time: 8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Phone Number: 800-427-4124

December 23 -- Napa Wine Train Murder Mystery Dinner
Performing Arts, Food & Wine Education: A number of the world's greatest detectives are gathering on the Napa Valley Wine Train to see who will receive the royalties to the recently published best seller, called “The Detectives’ Club.” Join them and see if you can solve the murder, or murders, of The Detectives' Club. 1275 McKinstry Street, Napa CA 94559
Fee: $145 per person. Time: 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Phone Number: 800-427-4124

December 23 -- Oxbow Market Tour and Cooking Class
Food Education: Cooking with Julie. We meet at Oxbow Public Market to purchase our provisions, then a private tasting and then back to the kitchen for a hands-on cooking class. Wild Mushroom Tart, Lamb with Thyme, Glazed Turnips, Bûche de Noël.
Fee: $215. Time: 8:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Phone Number: 707-227-5036

December 23 -- Napa Valley Wine Train Santa Express
Holiday, Family Fun: The Santa Express Train is a magical experience for the young and the young at heart. Ride the express train with our special guest, Santa! Ole' Saint Nick is going to bring some friends (including one with a nose that glows so bright) and carolers on board. This is a fabulous holiday experience for the whole family.
Fee: $30 - $40 per adult. Time: 8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Phone Number: 800-427-4124

December 24 -- Napa Valley Wine Train Santa Express
Holiday, Family Fun: The Santa Express Train is a magical experience for the young and the young at heart. Ride the express train with our special guest, Santa! Ole' Saint Nick is going to bring some friends (including one with a nose that glows so bright) and carolers on board. This is a fabulous holiday experience for the whole family.
Fee: $30 - $40 per adult. Time: 8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Phone Number: 800-427-4124

December 31 -- Boogie Ball 2011 New Year's Eve Celebration
Celebration: Featuring disco-band, Groovus, bites all night provided by VINeleven, wines poured by Diageo, overnight accommodations and a recovery brunch the following morning. Disco-themed attire is strongly encouraged! We need to forget 1999, because it's going to be 2012. Napa Valley Marriott Hotel & Spa, 3425 Solano Avenue, Napa CA
Fee: $299 Includes cocktails, food, & room for 2. Time: 8:30 p.m. - 1 a.m. Phone Number: 707-253-8600

December 31 -- Napa Ballroom Dancers New Years Eve Gala
Celebration, Dancing: Napa Ballroom Dancers invites you to usher in 2012,dancing to the music of the Ron Borelli Orchestra on a spacious hardwood dance floor. Music includes ballroom, swing, Latin, nightclub and more. Light buffet at 10PM. Champagne toast at midnight. Reservations required. No host bar. 1500 Jefferson St., Napa
Fee: $70. Time: 8:30 Pp.m. - 12:30 a.m. Phone Number: 707-255-5890

December 31 -- Black, White and Pink Ball on the Napa Valley Wine Train
Celebration: New Years Eve will begin with a hors d’oeuvres reception in the station, then continue with a twilight dinner. The evening finishes with a toast at Midnight and dancing until 1 am. 1275 McKinstry St., Napa
Fee: $50-$265. Time: 5 p.m. - 1 a.m. Phone Number: 800-427-4124

December 31 -- Masquerade Ball @ Castello di Amorosa
Celebration: VIP reception, 5-course seated dinner in the Grand Barrel Room, Dancing in the Great Hall. Black tie attire and your best Venetian mask encouraged. Call for reservations. 4045 North Saint Helena Hwy, Calistoga
Fee: Call for information & reservations. Time: 7 p.m. Phone Number: 707-967-6274

December 31 -- Ozomatli @ Uptown Theatre
Live Music: NYE World Wide Block Party with Ozomatli. In their fifteen years together as a band, celebrated Los Angeles culture-mashers Ozomatli have gone from being hometown heroes to being named U.S. State Department Cultural Ambassadors. 1350 Third St., Napa
Fee: $75/$85. Time: 8 p.m. Phone Number: 707-259-0123

December 31 -- Cosentino Winery NYE Day Bubbly
Celebration: Join us at Cosentino Winery from 1-3pm for Champagne and delicious nibbles. 7415 St. Helena Hwy., Yountville
Fee: Free. Time: 1 - 3 p.m. Phone Number: 707-921-2864

December 31 -- Romp with the Beasts at Safari West
Celebration: Safari West provides a wild habitat for ferocious fun. Party this New Year's under the watchful gaze of our four-footed animals...but, remember, you'll only be allowed to dance with the two-legged ones! Reservations a must! 3115 Porter Creek Road Santa Rosa, CA
Fee: Call for information & reservations. Time: 6:30 p.m. - Midnight. Phone Number: 707-579.2551