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Sonia Tolbert talks about Festival Napa Valley, its directors, sponsors, and events, and how it has become the largest private funder of arts education in Napa Valley.

65° Magazine featured a full page feature on Festival Napa Valley in its April issue.

America’s top charity wine auctions found success in 2018 with winemaker dinners featuring renowned chefs and live entertainment. And many also succeeded by putting the spotlight on the worthy causes they were aiming to help, from children’s charities to health and education causes to art and cultural institutions.

Musical America included Festival Napa Valley in its list of over 100 summer festivals worth visiting in 2019.

Festival Napa Valley's Arts for All Gala is a highlight of its upcoming Summer Season, as is a headlining performance by Seal. 

If you enjoy the sophistication of wine and entertainment, attend Festival Napa Valley. Since its inception in 2006, Festival Napa Valley has grown into a world-renowned 10-day event that takes place each summer (this year’s season will be July 12–21) and attracts more than 12,000 guests from around the world — it has truly transformed Napa into a cultural destination!

After performing at Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s royal wedding this past May, cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason is heading to the United States for a new gig. Festival Napa Valley announced its 2019 summer season, and Kanneh-Mason is part of the lineup. 

After performing at Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s royal wedding this past May, cellist Sheku Kanneh-Mason is heading to the United States for a new gig. Festival Napa Valley announced its 2019 summer season, and Kanneh-Mason is part of the lineup. Running from July 12-21, the season will feature over 60 concerts and events.

The ten best days of summer return to wine country this July 12-21. The 14th annual Festival Napa Valley coincides with the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 landing on the moon and this achievement will be celebrated at the musical extravaganza. Over 60 concerts featuring opera, chamber music, jazz and more will take place at luxe locations throughout Napa.