t h e b e s t o f t i m e s For a comprehensive list of holiday events, shows, exhibits and things to do in the Napa Valley, visit nvlmag.com and click on the calendar on the right column. Our website is updated daily. ALL LISTED EVENTS TAKE PLACE ON Tuesday, December 31 New Year’s Eve Blackjack Ball The Napa Valley Wine Train’s New Year’s Eve ball has become known as one of the Bay Area’s best New Year’s Eve celebrations. From the caviar and the sparkling wine, to the gourmet meal and DJ, everything is planned and executed to perfection. Be welcomed at the station with wine and hors d’oeuvres. Board the train for a twilight dinner through Napa Valley. Return to the station after the 3 1/2- hour journey for socializing, casino tables, a photo booth, and dancing away the rest of 2013. Start the N ew Y ear off right with a sparkling wine toast at midnight. 1275 McKinstry Street, Napa, 4:30 pm – 1 am, $240-$270 per person, 800.427.4124. Napa Ballroom Dancers New Year’s Eve Gala Napa Ballroom Dancers cordially invites you to our 48th annual New Year’s Eve gala! The Ron Borelli Orchestra will return with their great variety of ballroom, swing, Latin, and nightclub music. Herald 2014 with a midnight champagne toast and a round of “Auld Lang Syne.” Couples, singles, beginning and experienced dancers of all ages are welcome. Our emphasis is on having fun, dancing and socializing with fellow dance enthusiasts at our beautiful hardwood floor. Contact Bob & Henneke Peterson,1500 Jefferson St, 8 pm - 12:30 am, $75, 707.255.5890, www. napaballroomdancers.org Romp with the Beasts at Safari West 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! 6:30 pm – 12 am, 3115 Porter Creek Road, Santa Rosa, 707-579-2551, www. safariwest.com Rock ’N Roll New Year’s Party (All Ages) The Unauthorized Rolling Stones, 2 shows at 7 pm and 10 pm, $45 Early Show, $75 Late Show. 530 Main St., Napa. Contact Keith Stansbury 707.251.5833 or keith@ silosnapa.com New Year’s Eve Masquerade Ball Ring in the New Year with Castello di Amorosa. Don your formal attire and masquerade with us as we say goodbye to 2013 and “HELO , 2014!” Wine Tasting Reception with passed hors d’oeuvres, decadent 5-course dinner in the Grand Barrel Room, dancing to live music in the Great Hall, Photo Booth, Shuttles to Calistoga Hotels, Sparkling Wine Toast and Balloon Drop at Midnight! $265 Members, 62 www.nAPAVA L L E Y L I F Emagaz ine.com $300 Guests, Reservations required, 707.967.6272, castellodiamorosa.com/Events/Wine-Club-Events A West End New Year’s Eve (at Empire) New Year’s Eve Gala! 1400 First Street, Napa. Contact A&N 707.254.8888 or rsvp@empirenapa.com. New Year’s Eve Dinner at Siena Restaurant Enjoy a special dinner at Siena that includes a fourcourse meal. Ticket price includes dinner at Siena and entrance to the NYE ballroom celebration, which includes sweet bites, music, dancing, a champagne toast at midnight, and a cash bar for libations. Meritage Resort, 875 Bordeaux Way, Napa. $125 707.251.1950. 1950 New Year’s Eve Ballroom Celebration Dance the night away with our NYE Ballroom Celebration! Ticket includes entrance, party favors, and a champagne toast at midnight. Enjoy live music by the Brian Cline Band. A VIP/Bubble Lounge is available for an extra $60 per person, which includes access to the Bubble Lounge and bottle service. Meritage Resort, 875 Bordeaux Way, Napa. $50 New Year’s Eve with Trinitas Cellars This New Year’s Bash will start with a reception in the Estate Cave followed by a magnificent candlelit multi-course dinner. Each course will be paired with delicious Trinitas wines. After a delicious meal, we will join the big NYE Bash in The Meritage Ballroom! Registration is in the Trinitas Cellars Estate Cave. eritage Resort, 875 Bordeaux Way, Napa. $225 guests, $175 Wine Club Members. For more information, please contact 707.251.3017 or e-mail lucy@ trinitascellars.com. New Year’s Eve Dinner at The Wine Country Inn Stay tuned for information about our 2013 New Year’s Eve dinner celebration. 1152 Lodi Lane, St. Helena, 888-465-4608. romance@winecountryinn.com. Call for more information. Downtown Joe’s New Year’s Eve A midnight balloon drop and champagne toast. 902 Main St., Napa. 707-258-2337 Domaine Chandon’s New Year’s Eve Black & White Gala Enjoy an exquisite five-course tasting menu at étoile Restaurant, delightfully paired with a selection of sparkling and still wines. Then dance the night away to live music provided by the Blue Moon Band in the Tasting Lounge. A formal portrait, party favors and midnight toast included. 1 California Dr., Yountville. $300 + 20% Service charge and tax, 888.242.6366, www.chandon.com Friday -Saturday , December 6-7 The White Barn Winter Fair Join us in our fire-warmed, historic carriage house and sip hot cider and wine as you shop with over 20 local artists who have all gathered to present the best of their wares. This is the Valley’s best way to get in the holiday spirit and kick off your gift buying while supporting the local economy. 2727 Sulphur Springs Ave, St. Helena, 11 am – 4 pm, $15 suggested donation, 707.963.3408, www.thewhitebarn.org Saturday , December 7 Cope Family Center Holiday Glam & Giving Woman 2 Woman presents Holiday Glam & Giving, a fundraiser for Cope Family Center Child Abuse Prevention programs, Saturday, December 7th at The Meritage Resort & Spa. Contact Christina Mitchell, The Meritage Resort & Spa, 11 am – 2:30 pm, $70 individual ticket, $700 table of ten, 707.252.1123 18th Annual Lighted Tractor Parade Calistoga kicks off the holiday season with the 18th annual lighted Tractor Parade. Vintage and modern tractors, antique trucks, human-powered vehicles and construction equipment bedecked with dazzling lights roll down Calistoga’s scenic main street to celebrate the Christmas season and our agricultural heritage in a uniquely fun way. Santa himself will make a special appearance. This popular Napa Valley event, which gets bigger and better each year, is perfect for the whole family. Downtown Calistoga, Lincoln Avenue, 7 pm – 8 pm, Free, 707-942-6333 Sunday , December 8 Judd’s Hill 8th Annual Hanukkah Hootenanny! Come share in the Hanukkah spirit at this annual fun-filled holiday extravaganza for the whole family. Nosh from the Judd’s Hill extravagant latke bar! Enjoy traditional toppings plus special BQ treats! Delight in current release Judd’s Hill wines! Thrill to the live surf-rockin’ sounds of the Meshugga Beach Party! Judd’s Hill Winery, 2332 Silverado Trail, Napa, 12 pm – 2:30 pm, $50, Free for Wine Club Members, 707.255.2332,www.juddshill.com Saturday , December 21 & Sunday , December 22 The Nutcracker This year’s program will bring the full magic of this beloved holiday tradition to life for audiences of all ages. Lincoln Theater, 100 California Dr., Yountville, Saturday 4 pm, Sunday 5 pm. 707.944.9900 New Year’s Eve Preview
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