Festival Napa Valley Turns 20 — There's Only a Few Days Left to Join the Party |
World-class performances, unforgettable settings, and only a handful of dates left before the 2026 season closes |
Festival Napa Valley is celebrating a milestone this year. The event marks its 20th anniversary, and the celebration runs through July 19. That means there's still time to catch some of the best moments of the season. For two decades, this summer festival has brought world-class music and performances to Napa Valley's most beautiful settings. Wineries, gardens, and historic estates turn into concert venues. Visitors pair each show with the food and wine the valley is famous for. It's part concert, part wine country getaway. This year's Patron Experience runs July 10 through 19, giving pass holders access to a run of events packed into the festival's final stretch. Guests can also stop by the Culinary Garden at Charles Krug before and after evening performances. Local restaurants and artisan food makers set up there, turning intermission into its own kind of event. Families aren't left out either. The Family Zone at Charles Krug offers hands-on activities built for younger guests. A few standout moments already happened earlier this month. The Music & Wellness Summit brought opera star Renée Fleming in as keynote speaker on July 10. Two days later, the Arts for All Gala and Auction featured jazz legend Wynton Marsalis as the headliner. Both events reflected the festival's mission: pairing serious artistic talent with a cause. Proceeds support arts education programs across Napa Valley. If you haven't grabbed tickets yet, don't count yourself out. The festival's final days often include some of its most anticipated performances, and single tickets remain easier to snag than the multiday passes. Even a walk through the Culinary Garden on a warm July evening, live music drifting from the stage nearby, is worth the trip. Twenty years in, Festival Napa Valley has become more than a summer event. It's part of what makes the valley feel alive each July. With a few days left before the season wraps up, now's the time to check the schedule and grab a seat. Full event details and ticket information are available at festivalnapavalley.org. |
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I miss when it was smaller, but it's cool seeing world class talent come to town.
Will they keep the Family Zone next year? My youngest made art for the first time there!
Our out-of-town friends loved pairing concerts with wine tasting. Truly a Napa experience.
Always forget how busy the valley gets in July because of this fest. Plan ahead for parking!
Heard Renée Fleming speak at the summit! So impressive about wellness & music together.
If you're on the fence, just go for the music under the stars. Can't beat it with Napa views.
Saw Wynton Marsalis at the gala—unreal talent. That was a night to remember.
Honestly wish tickets were a little cheaper, but I love what they do for arts education.
Took my kids to the Family Zone last weekend and they had a blast. Thanks for including families!
Wish I'd gotten Patron passes, but still snagged a single ticket for Saturday! Can't wait.
20 years already?! Feels like this fest is part of summer now.
Just went to the Culinary Garden and it was lovely—loved those little food stalls!
I’m always amazed how the wineries turn into concert halls. The vibe is unbeatable.
My parents visited from out of state and haven’t stopped talking about that Marsalis performance!
I wish these festivals were a little more accessible for people on a budget. Even single tickets add up fast.
Is there still parking at Charles Krug, or do you have to shuttle now? Would love to go again but hate the hassle.
Every July, this is my excuse to reunite with old friends in the valley. Wouldn’t miss it for anything.
We drove up from Vallejo just for the evening music and wine under the stars. So worth it.
Went last weekend! The food options this year felt even better than before. That local cheese plate, wow.
Big shoutout to the folks supporting arts education with this. That’s the best part for me.
Honestly, tickets are a little pricey for all the events, but walking through that Culinary Garden sounds tempting.
Renée Fleming and Wynton Marsalis in one week?? Wish I could’ve made it to both.
Festival always brings such good energy to Napa! Can’t believe it’s been 20 years already.
We love taking our kids to the Family Zone! Makes it so much easier to enjoy concerts with little ones.