Festival Napa Valley presents breathtaking performances in iconic wine country settings, paired with Napa Valley’s unparalleled food, wine, and hospitality. Our programs uplift and inspire, attracting artists and audiences from the world over. The Festival's commitment to celebrating the art of life has transformed Napa Valley into a cultural destination.
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OLIVIA DECKER POWER OF MUSIC
Welcome the Lunar New Year with an intimate concert featuring the renowned Beijing Guitar Duo at The St. Regis San Francisco. Known for their virtuosity and emotional depth, Meng Su and Yameng Wang blend Eastern and Western influences, creating a musical experience that honors this special tradition. Join us for an unforgettable evening of music and celebration in the luxurious ambiance of The St. Regis.
Meng Su
Open to school groups only. Please contact Festival Napa Valley’s Education Department to attend. Admission-free.
Celebrate the Lunar Year (Year of the Snake) with classical guitarist Meng Su. Born and raised in China and now based in San Francisco, Su has performed in over 30 different countries around the world in halls such as the Concertgebouw, Palau de Musica, Tchaikovsky Hall and the National Centre for the Performing Arts in Beijing.
Step back in time with a family-friendly Saturday morning program of silent films and early animated cartoons brought to life on the Jarvis screen by live piano accompaniment and custom live sound effects. Enjoy early slapstick gags at their finest in The Cook (1918), directed by Roscoe “Fatty” Arbuckle, starring Arbuckle and Buster Keaton, and see Walt Disney’s hand-drawn precursor to Mickey Mouse — Oswald the Lucky Rabbit — in The Mechanical Cow (1922) and Trolley Troubles (1927). Selections from the Fleischer Brothers’ Koko the Clown cartoons and more round out this not to be missed adventure in early cinema fun.
As You Like It
Open to school groups only. Please contact Festival Napa Valley’s Education Department to attend. Admission-free.
Festival Napa Valley partners with Napa Valley College and Shakespeare NV to bring school audiences a special matinee performance of Shakespeare’s beloved comedy As You Like It adapted and presented as a musical. Directed by Jennifer King with musical direction by Dr. Christina Howell.
OLIVIA DECKER POWER OF MUSIC
Step into a musical adventure with MusiKaravan! Violinists Étienne Gara and Yu Eun Kim’s program features French chansons, Monti's "Czardas," Brahms' "Hungarian Dances," Vivaldi, Brazilian and Korean pop hits, and even Charlie Chaplin. Blending music with storytelling, the musicians share tales from their travels — including a playful performance for an audience of ostriches! It’s a spontaneous, interactive musical picnic filled with surprises and joy. Come for the music, stay for the magic. Be part of a concert unlike any other with MusiKaravan!
¡Viva Mariachi!
Open to school groups only. Please contact Festival Napa Valley’s Education Department to attend. Admission-free.
Presented in collaboration with Napa Valley College as part of their 5th Annual ¡Viva Mariachi! celebration, today’s Novack Concert for Kids features a command performance by Mariachi Aztlán de Pueblo High School, made up entirely of high school students from Tucson, Arizona. A pre-concert Mariachi instrument petting zoo organized by the Napa Valley Education Foundation’s Music Connection program gives students the opportunity to experience some hands-on learning about this rich musical tradition and its origins.
Festival Orchestra Napa
Open to school groups only. Please contact Festival Napa Valley’s Education Department to attend. Admission-free.
Ming Luke guest conducts Festival Orchestra Napa in a fun and informative concert of favorites to showcase the full range orchestra instruments. Young audience members will be introduced to the various elements of music including dynamics, tempo, texture, and form and will experience a pre-concert Instrument Petting Zoo presented in collaboration with the Napa Valley College Music Department and Napa Valley Education Foundation's Music Connection program.
Trio Tangazo
Open to school groups only. Please contact Festival Napa Valley’s Education Department to attend. Admission-free.
Trio Tangazo unites 2022 Latin Grammy Nominee Sascha Jacobsen (bass), virtuoso Seth Asarnow (bandoneon), and master guitarist Laureano Busse. Performing golden-era classics and Piazzolla’s masterpieces, their dynamic artistry spans global stages, blending tradition and innovation. Together, they bring the soul of Argentine Tango to life with unparalleled passion and precision.
Catch a rising star at this unforgettable private concert by Italian tenor Matteo Bocelli, who has dazzled music lovers with international concert tours, hit songs, television appearances, and roles in major movies. On Solage Resort & Spa’s beautiful grounds, a gourmet chef’s dinner will be paired with wines curated by the Uytengsu family, including from the ultra-exclusive Tusk Estates.
Be part of the conversation at the most sought-after spring luncheon in Napa Valley where influential female power players gather to celebrate the work of women in arts, culture, community engagement, and business. Your hosts are Kathryn Hall and her daughter, Jennifer Brown, at the picturesque HALL estate in Rutherford. Along with gourmet cuisine, perfect wine pairings, and exceptional company, you’ll enjoy a performance by vocalist Robyn Adele Anderson, whose phenomenal career includes being a founding member of Postmodern Jukebox.
Gather for an evening of camaraderie and a spin on the modern-day cowboy barbecue of “beef and reef” befitting the most discerning cowboys, hand-prepared by the expert Baggett Ranch BBQ Team and accompanied by Alpha Omega's world-class wines. The evening includes laugh-out-loud entertainment curated by the Kennedy Center’s Mark Twain Prize for American Humor. And the night lingers on with after-dinner cigars and spirits under the stars — the kind of evening cowboys (and wine lovers) write poetry about.