ANNUAL EVENTS IN YOUNTVILLE

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Annual Special Events in Yountville

Throughout the year, Yountville hosts several signature events that showcase the town’s food, wine, and cultural appeal. These annual celebrations draw visitors from across the region and beyond to experience Yountville and the Napa Valley Wine Country lifestyle.

Yountville Art & Mustard Celebration

Kick off the new year by celebrating the vibrant yellow mustard flowers that bloom between the vines of Napa Valley. Presented by the Yountville Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Yountville Arts, this evening event features a mustard-themed art gallery opening as part of the Napa Valley Mustard Celebration.

Guests will enjoy wine tastings from select local wineries and tasting rooms, along with gourmet bites highlighting locally inspired mustard flavors. This festive gathering brings together art, wine, and cuisine for a uniquely Yountville experience.

Yountville Art & Mustard Celebration

Yountville International Short Film Festival

What began as a casual meeting between Bay Area business leaders and film enthusiasts unexpectedly grew into a creative partnership spanning more than 19 years, multiple cities, and now the ninth annual event in the heart of downtown Yountville.

The Yountville International Short Film Festival is a true celebration of cinema, featuring more than 75 world-class short films, along with select VIP screenings and virtual wine experiences.

Stay tuned for more information on the 9th Annual Yountville Short Film Festival, coming winter 2026.

YOUNTVILLE INTERNATIONAL SHORT FILM FEST

Yountville Mardi Gras Parade & Celebration

Plan your visit to Yountville during Mardi Gras Week, February 2–7, 2026.

Throughout the week, locals and visitors can enjoy themed menus, lively events, and festive experiences across town. The celebration culminates with an entertaining and interactive Mardi Gras Parade on Saturday, February 7, beginning at 1:00 p.m.

After the parade, continue the festivities in North Yountville, where music, food, and captivating entertainment will keep the celebration going until 4:00 p.m. Get your masks ready and your beads prepared—it’s going to be a week to remember.

YOUNTVILLE Mardi Gras

Taste of Yountville

Taste of Yountville is presented by the Yountville Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Chandon and our Yountville tasting rooms and wineries. The event will be held outdoors in the welcoming Chandon Gardens; in the event of inclement weather, activities will be moved indoors.

We invite you to join us for a fantastic afternoon of great wine, delicious food, new friends, and lasting memories.

TASTE OF YOUNTVILLE

Art, Sip & Stroll

Art, Sip & Stroll celebrates the region’s status as a premier arts destination and coincides with the spring bloom of wild mustard flowers, which paints the valley in vivid shades of yellow.

This event features upwards of 50 artists each year, wine tastings, craft beer, live music, and an array of food choices.

For event information, tickets and more visit their website via the button below. Art, Sip & Stroll will take place on Saturday, May 16, 2026.

ART, SIP, & STROLL

Yountville Pride Celebrations

Pride Celebrations and Inclusion for All!

Yountville Pride Celebrations take place June 2026. Click the button below for events, special offers and more!

Yountville pride celebrations

Celebrate the Holidays in Yountville

The Holiday Season is a magical time to visit Yountville. The town is glowing with thousands of twinkling holiday lights. Holiday music & delicious aromas from our award winning restaurants fill the air. Festively decorated shops, hotels & tasting rooms provide an unforgettable wine country experience for visitors & locals alike.

Holidays in Yountville takes place over six weeks, November 23, 2025 – January 1, 2026 and includes a full calendar of events, holiday gift guide, and more! We invite you to stroll through town and celebrate the season in the Brightest Town in Napa Valley.

HOLIDAYS IN YOUNTVILLE