The sun is high in the sky during July in Napa Valley, creating a perfect backdrop for evening celebrations in the vineyards, afternoon wine tastings, and casual wine country meals. Get the true feeling of a Napa Valley summer by joining in on one (or more) of these happenings in Yountville and throughout the valley.

New in Yountville

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Rendez Veuve Spa Grand Opening

Thursday, July 11
12-6 p.m.
Estate Yountville (6481 Washington St, Yountville, CA)

Indulge in an afternoon of luxury and relaxation at the Grand Opening of Rendez Veuve Spa at Estate Yountville. Enjoy light bites, sparkling drinks, and vibrant music in a beautifully designed space. As Napa Valley’s first and only spa of its kind, Rendez Veuve Spa, is a world-class retreat that marries the effervescence of Veuve Clicquot with the serene landscapes of wine country.

Summer Vibes at Napa Valley Wineries & Resorts

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Summer Chef Series Luncheon with Duskie Estes

Saturday, July 13
12-2 p.m.
Markham Vineyards (2812 St. Helena Highway, St. Helena, CA)

Enjoy the summer sunshine, beautiful Napa Valley views, delicious food and wine and live music. Join Markham for the second of three summer events featuring female chefs. Gather on Markham’s south patio for a pre-event pour before heading into the historic Stone Cellar for a fabulous summer meal from Chef Duskie Estes of Black Pig Meat Co. that will include Black Pig BLT Salad, buttermilk fried quail and more, paired with Markham current and library releases.

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Clif Family Farm Fest – A 20th Anniversary Celebration

Saturday, July 13
3-8 p.m.
Clif Family Winery (709 Main Street, St. Helena, CA)

Raise a Glass to 20 years of Clif Family at Farm Fest! Join the team on Saturday, July 13 for a day of celebration, wine, and food amidst the breathtaking beauty of their Howell Mountain property. A round-trip shuttle will be provided from the Clif Family Tasting Room in St. Helena, up to the Clif Family Farm on Howell Mountain. For questions, [email protected] or call 707.968.0625.

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Taste of Napa at Meritage Resort & Spa Village Lawn

Saturday, July 13
12 p.m.
Meritage Resort & Spa (850 Bordeaux Way, Napa, CA)

Located right on the sun-kissed Village Lawn, this special afternoon experience combines food, wine, and music to give you the perfect Taste of Napa. Taste wines from near and far all in one location! GA – $150
Reserved Tasting Salon | 11 am – 3 pm | $295 – Enjoy exclusive and premium wine tastings in a private setting.

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Carneros Resort & Spa FARM Fest

Thursday, July 25, August 22, September 26, October 24
6 p.m.
Carneros Resort & Spa Pavilion Lawn (4048 Sonoma Hwy, Napa, CA)

Introducing FARM Fest, Carneros Resort and Spa’s family-friendly take on an open-air live music and BBQ. A rotating list of lively bands ranging from rock, bluegrass, and country. A casual cookout by the talented Carneros Resort culinary team includes pig roasts, BBQs and more. And don’t miss out on outdoor games of bocce and lawn chess. Dinner tickets are $75 for adults (includes a welcome glass of wine) and $25 for children, inclusive of tax and gratuity.

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Festa Italiana

Friday, July 26
6:30-9:30 p.m.
V. Sattui Winery (1111 White Lane, St. Helena, CA)

Celebrate summer, friendship, family, and community with V. Sattui Winery’s Annual Festa Italiana, an outdoor festival straight out of the villages of Toscana and Lombardia full of mouthwatering food and raucous laughter, lively music and old friendships, wild dancing under the stars and favorite V. Sattui wines. Menu of roasted wild boar, grilled tri-tip and fresh salmon, homemade pastas, garden-fresh salads and house-made tiramisu, and gelato. Dress: Casual Italian. $155+ for V. Sattui members; $190+ non-members.

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Oakville Summer School – How Wine is Grown

Saturday, July 27
10:30 a.m-12 p.m.
Groth Vineyards & Winery (750 Oakville Cross Road, Oakville, CA)

Go back to school with Groth Vineyards & Winery. Walk the vineyards, kick the dirt and discover up close the phases of vine development. Taste Groth wines among the rows as you learn the challenges and benefits of sustainable farming and what it takes to grow world-class wine.

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Vinyl in the Vineyards at Goosecross Cellars

Saturdays, Sundays
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Goosecross Cellars (1119 State Ln, Yountville, CA)

Join Goosecross Cellars on Saturdays and Sundays as they spin some of their favorite artists spanning multiple decades. Everything from Abba to Alannis, Jack White to Jack Black, The Beasties to The Bee Gees, T-Swift to … well, you get the point! Call to book your spot 707-944-1986.

Beer in Wine Country

people cheersing and enjoying beer

Napa Valley Beer Battle & BBQ

Sunday, July 21
4- 7 p.m.
Tre Posti, St Helena (641 Main St, St Helena, CA)

Join Napa Valley Education Foundation for the 12th Annual Beer Battle & BBQ. All-inclusive tickets include live music, BBQ from Chef Nash Cognetti of Tre Posti, craft beers from Napa Valley brewers, wines, access to our live auction, and more. All proceeds from the event support the Napa Valley Education Foundation’s College and Career Readiness, Music Education and Wellness programs for 18,000 public school students.

Community Favorites

people sitting on grass enjoying concert and clapping

Yountville Summer Concert Series

Sunday, July 7, 14, 21, 28
5-7 p.m.
Veterans Memorial Park (6465 Washington St., Yountville, CA)

Summer Concert Series in Veterans Memorial Park is a community favorite. Bring your friends, family, favorite beverages and a blanket to enjoy Sunday evenings in the park with live music and featured food trucks. Friendly, well-behaved dogs on leash are welcome. Chairs and blankets can be set up after 3 p.m.

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Yountville Farm Stand

Thursdays 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Yountville Community Center (6516 Washington St, Yountville, CA)

Find the Yountville Farm Stand in the front plaza of the Yountville Community Center every Thursday. Along with fresh, locally grown produce, guest vendors each week!

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Clif Family Sip & Support: Napa Valley Vine Trail & Napa Bike Coalition

Wednesday, July 24
12-6:30 p.m.
Live Music 4-7 p.m.
Clif Family Food Truck (709 Main Street, St. Helena, CA)

Join Clif Family on Wednesday, July 24 for an international Street Food Napa Valley menu from Clif Family Bruschetteria Food Truck. Vibrant flavors, warm hospitality, and live music on the patio from 4-7 p.m. A Sip & Support Day, Clif Family is partnering with Napa Valley Vine Trail & Napa County Bicycle Coalition, who work to making cycling in Napa County safer, more convenient, and accessible. From 4-7 p.m. Clif Family will donate 20% of all revenue from wine and food sales to support their impactful work.

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Yountville Movies in the Park

Friday, July 26
6:30-10 p.m.
Veterans Memorial Park (2900 Lincoln Ave., Yountville, CA)

Join us for a featured film (Elemental, Rated PG) under the stars in Yountville Community Park. Concessions and our featured food truck open at 6:30 p.m. Bring low back lawn chairs and blankets, but this is NOT a pet friendly event.

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Pasta Nights at The Grove

Wednesdays in July
5-9 p.m.
The Grove at Copia (500 1st St., Napa, CA)

Pasta-bly the most delicious Wednesday you’ll ever have. Pasta Nights the Grove Restaurant on Wednesdays is a family-friendly fixed-price dinner trio featuring a selection of pastas, salad, and dessert. Whether you’re eager to explore new flavors or keep the kids happy with a great meatball or two, this menu will check all the boxes for a mid-week meal.