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Earth Fest Street FairApril 19, 2026Join us for Earth Fest Celebration in Nevada City on April 19th from 11am-3:30pm. -
Local Calendar of EventsView our calendar of events to find festivals, celebrations, live music, theatre, performances, yoga classes, workshops, and more. -
Mardi Gras Parade & Street FairFebruary 15, 2026Enjoy a Mardi Gras Parade & Street Faire as this colorful Sierra foothills town again celebrates Mardi Gras in Nevada City. -
Nevada City Farmers MarketEvery SaturdayCelebrate local food Nevada City style! Share in the bounty of community every Saturday on Union Street next to the Chamber. -
The 24th Annual Wild and Scenic Film FestivalFebruary 19-23, 2026One of the nation’s largest environmental and adventure film festivals, WSFF is sure to inform and inspire all who attend. -
City-wide Sidewalk SaleMay 9 & September 12, 2026Join our merchants for great deals--plus vendors and music from 10am-5pm -
Springtime at AnandaApril 2026Visitors are once again invited to enjoy the color and serenity of 20,000 tulips in bloom for Springtime. -
Nevada City HalloweenOctober 31, 2026Trick or treating in the historic downtown, live music, and local Ghost Tours, makes Nevada City one spooky place to celebrate Halloween. -
First Friday Art WalksJune 5, July 3, & Aug. 7, 2026Nevada City’s thriving arts community comes alive during First Friday Artwalk. Local artisan boutiques, shops, wine tasting rooms, and eateries feature local artists at live events throughout the evening. The event showcases both established and emerging artists, creating space for engagement between artist and art lover. -
Movies Under The PinesJune 6, 2026The Nevada City Film Festival presents Movies Under the Pines, an outdoor cinema experience for the entire family at Pioneer Park. -
Nevada County Concert Band Concerts2026 Concert DatesThe 80-member Nevada County Concert Band brings back an era where the local Sunday concert was a grand social occasion. Family-oriented, dog-friendly, and FREE. Bring a lawn chair, blanket, and picnic dinner. -
Fourth of July CelebrationJuly 4, 2026The 2026 4th of July Parade will take place downtown Nevada City on Saturday, July 4th starting at 11am. -
Nevada City's Hot Summer NightsJuly 15, 22 & 29, 2026Hot Summer Nights in Nevada City is the premier summer festival in Nevada City. Held the last three Wednesday evenings in July, it features live music, vendors, and classic cars. -
Nevada County FairAugust 12-16, 2026The Nevada County Fair is the perfect opportunity to enjoy live entertainment, delicious food, carnival rides, animals, and exhibits. -
Nevada City Film FestivalJune 26-28, 2026Top independent cinema in the foothills of Northern California. Stellar programming of short and full length films, great audiences and a truly festive environment makes Nevada City Film Festival one of the most innovative, exciting, and fun events on the west coast. -
Constitution Day WeekendSeptember 19 & 20, 2026The 59th Annual Constitution Day Weekend is the oldest and largest Constitution observance in the western United States and includes a parade, concert, and reenactments. -
Nevada City Fall ColorsOctober – NovemberThe Nevada City-Grass Valley area is one of California’s best areas to view autumn foliage. The best fall colors are located in the old-fashioned Victorian neighborhoods surrounding the downtown historic districts. -
Nevada City Thanksgiving WeekendNovember 26-29, 2026A perfect weekend to experience living history in Nevada County, and to start some Christmas shopping at local craft fairs, festivals and celebrations. -
Nevada City Victorian ChristmasSundays – Dec. 6, 13, & 20, 1:30–6pm. Wednesdays – Dec. 9 & 16, 5–9pmWelcome the holiday season in historic Nevada City, a quaint Gold Rush town, where each year the town’s picturesque downtown transforms into a genuine Christmas card come to life.
