Festival Napa Valley July

July 4-19, 2026

Free to fee, festivalnapavalley.org

A food, wine and lifestyle experience like no other brings some of the nation's and world's finest performers to Napa Valley to share their talents with audiences ranging from youngsters with parents to patrons of the arts who enjoy dining experiences with concerts hosted by Napa's iconic wineries.

SATURDAY, JULY 4
Festival Live! Faculty Recital *
An inspiring performance showcasing the faculty of The Frost School at Festival Napa Valley's Blackburn Music Academy. 6:30pm at CIA at Copia EcoLab Theatre

(admission free)

SUNDAY, JULY 5
Festival Live! Vocal Recital
The Manetti Shrem Opera Fellows perform an all-Jake Heggie program. 11am at CIA at Copia

(admission free)

Festival Live! *
Showcasing the artistry of faculty and students from the Frost School of Music’s Blackburn Music Academy. 6:30pm at CIA at Copia

(admission free)

MONDAY, JULY 6
Festival Live! *
Showcasing the artistry of faculty and students from the Frost School of Music’s Blackburn Music Academy. 11am at CIA at Copia

(admission free)

Festival Live! *
Showcasing the artistry of faculty and students from the Frost School of Music’s Blackburn Music Academy. 6:30pm at CIA at Copia

(admission free)

TUESDAY, JULY 7, 2026, 6:30pm at CIA at Copia
Festival Live! *
Showcasing the artistry of faculty and students from the Frost School of Music’s Blackburn Music Academy. 11am at CIA at Copia

(admission free)

WEDNESDAY, JULY 8
Festival Live! *
Showcasing the artistry of faculty and students from the Frost School of Music’s Blackburn Music Academy. 11am at CIA at Copia

(admission free)

Opera Scenes
Celebrating emerging voices, collaboration & musical storytelling.
Manetti Shrem Opera Fellows | Young People's Chorus of New York City
Festival Orchestra Napa * | Ryan McAdams, conductor 6:30pm at CIA at Copia

THURSDAY, JULY 9
Novack Concert for Kids
Sparking curiosity and joy for young audiences.
Young People's Chorus of New York City 10am at CIA at Copia

(admission free)

FRIDAY, JULY 10
Music & Wellness Summit
Exploring how music boosts mental health, sparks creativity, and strengthens resilience.
Renée Fleming, Keynote Speaker
Chris Appleton | Gary Muszynski
Francisco J. Nuñez | Dr. Aniruddh D. Patel
Dr. Indre Viskontas | Dr. Andrea Clarke 9am—3pm at CIA at Copia
Festival Live!
Returning Festival artists in a dynamic program.
Ronny Michael Greenberg, piano 11am at CIA at Copia

(admission free)

Allegro Cars & Caviar
Join us in the Oxbow District for sparkling wine, beautiful classic cars, and great company. 11am at The Barn at Napa Valley Car Club
Uytengsu Family Opening Night
From Beethoven to Getty to Dylan: a vibrant tribute to creativity, heritage, and cultural voices.
Time for Three | Young People's Chorus of New York City
Festival Orchestra Napa * | Stephanie Childress, conductor 6:30pm at Festival Napa Valley Stage at Charles Krug
Patron Dinner at Beringer Vineyards 8pm
Allegro Dinner at PRESS Restaurant
Featuring wines by John Anthony Family Wines & Spirits 8pm

SATURDAY, JULY 11
Taste of Napa
A celebration of Napa Valley’s exceptional food, wine, and hospitality.
DJ Lady Ryan
Reserve Tasting Salon from 11am-3pm
General Admission from 12pm-3pm The Meritage Resort
Renée Fleming, Voice of Nature: The Anthropocene
A multimedia concert pairing music with a breathtaking National Geographic film, plus the world premiere of John Corigliano’s double violin concerto.
Hina & Fiona, violin duo
Pacific Symphony | Alexander Shelley, conductor 6:30pm at Festival Napa Valley Stage at Charles Krug
Allegro Dinner at The Duckhorn Collection at Paraduxx 8pm

SUNDAY, JULY 12
Bouchaine Young Artist Concert
An intimate showcase of rising stars, where fresh perspectives and expressive brilliance take center stage.
Hina & Fiona, violin 11am at Bouchaine Vineyards

(admission free)

Vintner's Luncheon at Knights Bridge Winery 11:30am
Vintner's Luncheon at Kramlich Residence & Collection
Featuring wine by Clos du Val 11:30am
Vintner's Luncheon at HALL Rutherford 11:30am
Arts for All Gala at Nickel & Nickel
featuring Wynton Marsalis
An unforgettable evening of music, exceptional food and wine, and inspiring generosity, all supporting education, wellness, and the arts. 5pm Reception
6pm Dinner & Auction
Afterparty to Follow

MONDAY, JULY 13
Music Moves You
Run, walk, or roll into this free, family-friendly community gathering.
Jealous Zelig 9am at Napa Valley Vine Trail Yountville Rest Stop
(admission-free)
Festival Live!
Returning Festival artists in a dynamic program.
Rieko Tsuchida, piano | Anthony McGill, clarinet 11am at CIA at Copia

(admission free)

Plump Jack Cast & Crew Screening (invitation only) 1:30pm at Cameo Cinema
Grand Cru Performance
An intimate recital featuring Claude Debussy’s luminous Préludes.
Jean-Yves Thibaudet, piano 5pm at Copeland Olive Hill Estate

TUESDAY, JULY 14
Novack Concert for Kids
An engaging program designed to spark curiosity and delight in young audiences.
Rieko Tsuchida, piano | Anthony McGill, clarinet 10am at CIA at Copia

(admission free)

Vintner's Luncheon at Arrow&Branch 11:30am
Vintner's Luncheon at Realm Cellars 11:30am
Vintner's Luncheon at Roy Estate 11:30am
Art Song Recital
"Classical Cabaret", an intimate afternoon celebrating treasures of the classical art song world.
Lisa Delan with Kevin Korth & Friends 12pm at Jarvis Conservatory
Maria Manetti Celebrates La Dolce Vita!
A tribute to Luciano Pavarotti’s artistry, legacy, and generosity.
Jeanette Vecchione Donatti, soprano
Featuring winners of the Pavarotti International Voice Competition
Grace Ryan, mezzo-soprano | Victor Cardamone, tenor
Cumhur Görgün, bass
Festival Orchestra Napa * | Michelle Di Russo, conductor 6:30pm at Festival Napa Valley Stage at Charles Krug

WEDNESDAY, JULY 15
Bouchaine Young Artist Concert
An intimate showcase of rising stars, where fresh perspectives and expressive brilliance take center stage.
Valentin Kovalev, saxophone 11am at CIA at Copia EcoLab Theatre

(admission free)

Vintner's Luncheon at Spottswoode Estate 11:30am
Vintner's Luncheon at Lewis Cellars
Featuring jewelry by Mikimoto 11:30am
Featuring wines by John Anthony Family Wines & Spirits 5:30pm
Grand Cru Recital
Festival favorites unite in a debut duo recital of breathtaking precision and lyrical brilliance.
Ray Chen, violin | Jean-Yves Thibaudet, piano 6:30pm at Uptown Theatre

THURSDAY, JULY 16
Festival Live!
Returning Festival artists in a dynamic program.
Eileen Moon, Jonah Kim, & Friends 11am at CIA at Copia

(admission free)

Vintner's Luncheon at Grgich Hills Estate 11:30am
Vintner's Luncheon at Odette Estate Winery 11:30am
Vintner's Luncheon at Turnbull Wine Cellars 11:30am
The Wizard of Oz with Live Orchestra
Classic film, live score, unforgettable family experience.
Festival Orchestra Napa * | Ming Luke, conductor 6:30pm at Festival Napa Valley Stage at Charles Krug

FRIDAY, JULY 17
Festival Live!
Returning Festival artist in a dynamic program.
Steven Lin, piano 11am at CIA at Copia

(admission free)

Vintner's Luncheon at Robert Mondavi Winery 11:30am
Vintner's Luncheon at Seven Stones Estate 11:30am
A Night at the Ballet: From Tchaikovsky to The Stones
A dynamic evening where classical and contemporary choreography meet in a breathtaking celebration of movement and music.
Katherine Barkman | Adji Cissoko | Sasha De Sola
Shuaib Elhassan | Francesco Gabriele Frola | Thays Golz
Nicholas Palmquist | Erica Pereira | Nathaniel Remez
Ashton Roxander | Daniel Ulbricht | Connor Walsh
Chae Eun Yang 6:30pm at Festival Napa Valley Stage at Charles Krug

SATURDAY, JULY 18
Television Academy Foundation Masterclass
Composing for Storytelling: The Art of Collaboration
Jake Staley, speaker | Bekah Brunstetter, speaker 9:30am at CIA at Copia Ecolab Theatre

(admission free)

Bouchaine Young Artist Concert
An intimate showcase of rising stars, where fresh perspectives and expressive brilliance take center stage.
Sonya Moomaw, cello 11am at Bouchaine Vineyards

(admission free)

Vintner's Luncheon at Ashe Vineyard
Featuring wine by Chateau Montelena 11:30am
Vintner's Luncheon at Canard Vineyard 11:30am
World Premiere: The Judgment of Paris
Opera by Jake Heggie & Gene Scheer
A groundbreaking one-act opera that reimagines the Judgment of Paris, celebrating Napa Valley's ascent to global prominence.
Danielle de Niese, soprano | Quinn Kelsey, baritone
Nicholas Phan, tenor | Simone McIntosh, mezzo-soprano
Brenda Rae, soprano
Jean-Romain Vesperini, director
Festival Orchestra Napa * | Kent Nagano, conductor 6:30pm at Festival Napa Valley Stage at Charles Krug

SUNDAY, JULY 19
Season Finale Brunch at Alpha Omega Winery 11:30am

 

Artists and programs are subject to change.

Events are not guaranteed. It is your responsibility to confirm before going.