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Community Spotlight · May 2026
May Is One of the Best Months
in Napa Valley
The valley is fully awake, the weather is ideal, and the calendar is packed with events that remind you exactly why living here is something to be grateful for. Here are nine things happening this May that are worth your time.
Cinco Dias de Mayo Bar Crawl
May 1 to 5Five days, six bars, and one very good excuse to explore Downtown Napa with a Mi Campo Tequila in hand. The Napa Cocktail Collective is bringing the Cinco de Mayo spirit to the whole week with a crawl hitting Arbaretum, Bitter Bar, 1331, The Q, Napa Palisades Saloon, and Wilfred's Lounge. Whether you make it to all of them or settle into a favorite, it is the kind of week that makes downtown feel alive.
Event DetailsJaMFest Spring Release Party at JaM Cellars
May 2Spring at JaM Cellars means exclusive new wine releases, live music, light bites, and the kind of afternoon energy that makes a Saturday feel like a celebration. Your ticket gets you first access to the newest releases, surprise pours, raffles, and one-day-only wine offers alongside a lineup that keeps the good vibes going from noon to close.
Get TicketsOpening Day on the River Celebration
May 2The Napa Riverfront is throwing open the season with a free afternoon of gondola rides, Duffy boat cruises, outrigger canoe demonstrations, live music, and Napa's first-ever Gondola Race. It is one of those events that captures everything great about this community: beautiful setting, local flavor, and genuine celebration. Arrive early for the best gondola ride chances and stay for the race at 1 PM.
Event DetailsVino & Vibes Patio Party at Rutherford Ranch Winery
May 9New release wines, handmade street tacos from Taco Addiction, and DJ Mark Byrd spinning seasonal beats on the patio — this is a spring afternoon done right. Be among the first to taste the new release 2025 Rosé alongside raffle prizes and exclusive member benefits. Current members can also pick up their spring shipment while they are there. The kind of Saturday that asks nothing of you except to show up and enjoy it.
Event DetailsThe Wine Half Marathon · Napa Edition
May 9Running a half marathon through Napa Valley wine country with aid stations hosted by Frog's Leap, Silver Oak, and Round Pond is not your average race weekend. Taking place on Mother's Day weekend, the course winds through iconic vineyard roads before finishing in Yountville with a lively Wine Village. Whether you are running, cheering, or simply celebrating, this event captures Napa Valley at its most joyful and active.
Register & Learn MoreMother's Day Brunch at The Meritage Resort & Spa
May 10Few places do a holiday brunch like The Meritage Resort. This Mother's Day spread features made-to-order egg specialties, chilled seafood, carving stations, and seasonal dishes built around fresh local ingredients. Whether you are toasting mom over a glass of Wine Country's finest or treating her to a spa treatment at Spa Terra, it is the kind of afternoon she will want to repeat next year.
Reserve Your TableArt, Sip & Stroll 2026 · Yountville
May 16Now in its 14th year, Art, Sip & Stroll is the Napa Valley's largest outdoor visual arts event and one of the most genuinely enjoyable days on the annual calendar. Over 70 juried artists line Washington Street alongside wine tasting stops, live music, and Yountville's celebrated dining scene. Attend for free and soak it all in, or add a tasting package for $50 and support the arts at the same time.
Get Tasting PackagesBottleRock Napa Valley
May 22 to 24 · Memorial Day WeekendBottleRock is one of California's signature summer kickoffs and a three-day celebration that puts Napa Valley on the map for more than just wine. Over 75 live performances across multiple stages, celebrity chef demonstrations, premium wine cabanas, and gourmet food vendors make this Memorial Day weekend one of the most energetic moments of the year in the valley. If you have never been, this is the year to go.
Explore BottleRockMoonlight Movies at Carneros Resort and Spa
May 29 through September 25 · Every Friday at SunsetEvery Friday evening from late May through September, Carneros Resort opens its Town Square lawn for free open-air movies under the stars. Bring a blanket, settle in with a glass of world-class wine and complimentary popcorn, and let the lawn games and good company do the rest. It runs all the way to September 25th, which makes it one of the best recurring reasons to spend a Friday evening in the valley all summer long.
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