Looking for the coolest things to do when spring rolls around? We’ve got you covered. Even once the celebrations wane, there is still plenty to do. With vineyards stretching across rolling hills, and National Parks Week and Earth Day happening this month, you have all the excuses in the world to hit the trails in Wine Country — or simply admire them with a glass of wine in hand.
We’ve done the deep research for you on the best things to do in Napa including museums, cultural events, food tours, golfing, hikes and more. Speaking of food, we also have an extensive list of our best restaurants in Napa, and if you’re planning a weekend, the the best places to stay.
April is warm in Napa Valley, with temperatures in the 70s.
Featured photo courtesy of Napa Valley Wine Train.Â
Afternoon Tea on the Napa Valley Wine Train
Always
Ride the rails while sipping tea and a bubbles cocktail by CHANDON, alongside finger sandwiches, scones and other sweet treats. Indulge with caviar for an extra fee.Â
More info:Â winetrain.com
One Main Cigar Dinners at Harvest Inn
Monthly, March through November
An al fresco dinner paired with cigar and wine tastings, live music, and stellar vineyard views. Each event features a unique cigar partner sharing their latest releases, along with wine pairings from a local stand out vineyard.Â
More info: harvestinn.com
HALL’s Cabernet Cookoff
Dates TBD
The star-studded annual charity event features a lineup of renowned chefs competing for their favorite charities. 100% of event proceeds benefit non-profit 501c3 organizations.
More info: hallwines.com
Taste of Yountville Returns
Date TBD
Previously a street fair, Taste of Yountville 2024 is moving to Chandon. This will be the first Taste of Yountville since 2019, so tickets — only 250 tickets are available — are bound to sell out fast.
More info: yountville.com
Stags Leap District Vineyard to Vintner
Dates TBD
The annual three-day weekend celebration organized by Napa Valley’s Stags Leap District Winegrowers includes wine tasting, gourmet meals, educational seminars, and exclusive winery experiences ranging from a Vintner-hosted lunch and tasting to Library Wine Dinners.
More info: stagsleapdistrict.com
bASH: Appellation St. Helena’s Wine & Food Pairing Competition
Dates TBD
This annual food and wine competition is hosted by Appellation St. Helena (ASH) in the historic barrel room at The Culinary Institute of America at Greystone in St. Helena. Wines from 20 ASH wineries will be paired with bites prepared by teams of CIA students and professional local chefs. Attendees get to help pick the winners.
More info: appellationsthelena.com
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
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