There is never a lack of things to do in Napa Valley, but autumn offers a mix of free community events and long-standing ticketed traditions that appeal to locals and tourists alike. Here is a taste of the seasonal offerings you’ll want to put on your calendars.
BROADWAY AND VINE
Oct. 13: The magic of Broadway unfolds in the vineyards of Napa Valley. This popular series continues with a performance by Bradley Gibson who is known for his starring roles in “Hercules” and “The Lion King.” The series will conclude on Oct. 23 with a performance from Ana Gasteyer. The “Saturday Night Live” alum will perform songs from her resume, which includes “Wicked,” “Once Upon A Mattress,” and “Rocky Horror Picture Show.” Locations and ticket prices vary. Visit broadwayandvine.org for full details.
THE WALL THAT HEALS
Oct. 16-18: Hosted by the city of American Canyon, The Wall That Heals brings the official three-quarter scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, located in Washington, D.C. and mobile education center, to Napa County for everyone in Northern California. Free admission. The exhibit is located at Independence Park, 20 Benton Way, American Canyon. Info: vvmf.org/ The-Wall-That-Heals.
‘REVENGE OF THE REBOBS!’
Oct. 17-Nov. 2: Lucky Penny Productions presents a new musical inspired by Napa Valley’s most notorious urban legend. “Revenge of the Rebobs!” follows a skeptic who comes to Napa Valley to find out the truth about the Rebobs, but when bodies start piling up, it seems like the Rebobs are out for revenge. The musical is by composer/ lyricist Rob Broadhurst and writer Barry Martin who created “The Real Housewives of Napa Valley” and “A Napa Valley Christmas Carol.” Tickets start at $25. Lucky Penny Productions presents its live stage events at its community theater located at 1758 Industrial Way in Napa. Info: luckypennynapa.com.
HOMETOWN HARVEST FESTIVAL
Oct. 18, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.: The Hometown Harvest Festival is St. Helena’s most-beloved autumn event featuring live music, wine and beer, a food alley, kids zone and an array of arts and crafts vendors. The highlight of the event is always the Pet PAWrade, where pets of all shapes and sizes are invited to show off their best Halloween costumes. The event is held along Oak Avenue between Adams and Spring streets in downtown St. Helena. Info: cityofsthelena.gov.
CALISTOGA HALLOWEEN PARADE
Oct. 31, 6 p.m.: Calistoga’s annual Halloween Parade is a beloved tradition for the Upvalley community. For decades, local schools, families, businesses and community groups have dressed up in their best costumes to share in the spookiness of the season. For decades, this cherished event has captured the magic of Halloween with everything from ghostly ghouls to whimsical witches. Lineup begins at Pioneer Park at 5:30 p.m. The parade starts promptly at 6 p.m. as Lincoln Avenue transforms into a vibrant display of Halloween spirit. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, you’re sure to leave with a heart full of joy and a bag full of goodies. Info: celebratenapavalley.org.
