Looking to fill a couple hours of your day while in Napa Valley Wine Country? With so many offerings in the area, we’ve curated the top events this month! Less researching and more having fun. Enjoy!
Feature photo courtesy of Clos du Val.

October 5
Scenic, rustic and winding roads will take you from the start at Skyline Park through the vineyard lined neighborhoods in a charming countryside setting. Finishers of the Half Marathon will be greeted with a bottle of Napa Valley wine and all race finishers will receive a custom medal.

October 18
Celebrate the fall season at the Hometown Harvest Festival! Enjoy a fun-filled day featuring everything from a 5K & Community Fun Run, a Pet Pawrade and a street fair. Live music, local wines and beers and delicious food will abound, and arts and crafts vendors will share their creations along the street fair. The kids zone makes this the best spot for people of all ages!

Downtown Napa’s Hometown Halloween (2024 event, not updated with 2025 dates on owner's website!)
Trick or Treat your way through downtown Napa. Stores displaying black and orange balloons have treats for the taking!
Hometown Halloween 2024

October 19
Led by sommelier and cheese expert Marija Jovanovic, this “Cheese Alchemy” session explores how milk from goat, sheep, cow, and buffalo transforms into distinct cheeses — each with unique textures and personalities. Discover the secrets behind the alchemy of aging, and enjoy perfectly paired Bouchaine wines that elevate every bite.

Available by Booking
Hop aboard the Napa Valley Wine Train to Grgich Hills Estate where you’ll learn how to stomp grapes and enjoy a private wine tasting.
Event Venues
Looking to see what’s happening right now in Napa Valley? Our comprehensive list of venues across the city below will help you find what you need to know what’s going on.
Movie Theaters
Looking for more things to do in the area?
Visit our What to Do in Northern California page!