Napa Illuminated Art Festival: After a two-year hiatus, the popular outdoor arts event is back. The free illuminated art festival will run for eight weeks this year, through March 13, in downtown Napa and the Oxbow neighborhood. Download a map here. Pictured are electric dandelions from LiquidPXL. 707-257-9529, donapa.com (Courtesy of DoNapa)
The Napa Lighted Art Festival features eight lighted art installations; interactive pieces like OGE’s Angels of Freedom provide fun photo opportunities for festival-goers. (Courtesy of DoNapa)
Lightforms by Hybycozo is one of the works on display at this year’s Napa Lighted Art Festival. (Courtesy of DoNapa)
Napa Art Walk: Before sunset, take a stroll through downtown Napa and see the seventh Napa Art Walk exhibit. The biennial rotating outdoor exhibit features 10 sculptures by seven artists from across the western United States. Jumping the Waves by artist Patricia Vader is pictured. Download a map of the outdoor exhibit here. An audio tour, with commentary from the artists, is available at napaartwalk.org (courtesy of Chris Sithi)
Confluence #102 by artist Catherine Daley is one of the stops on the Napa Art Walk. (Courtesy of Chris Sithi)
Dancing Aspens by artist Reven Swanson can be seen along the Napa Art Walk. (Courtesy of Chris Sithi)
Brian: This Napa Valley winery is located in a beautifully restored 1876 bank barn (the barn is built on a hill and is accessible from two levels) south of downtown Yountville, with stunning views of the Vaca Mountains and the Sleeping Lady vineyard. The winemaking team is made up of a trio of accomplished Napa Valley winemakers: Julien Fayard, Mark Herold and Massimo Monticelli. 5537 Solano Avenue, Napa, 707-339-7686, brionwines.com (Courtesy of Brion)
Tastings on the Brion’s outdoor terrace are limited and by reservation only. Arrangements can be made to taste wines from B. Wise Sonoma County Vineyards, also founded and owned by Brion Wise. (Courtesy of Dana Rebmann)
Sky & Vine Rooftop Bar: How about a cocktail with a view? Enjoy drinks, bar bites, and valley views atop the Archer Hotel in downtown Napa. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis and families are welcome. Archer Hotel Napa, 1260 First Street, Napa, 707-819-2490, skyandvine.com (Courtesy of Sky & Vine Rooftop Bar)
Lobster corn dogs are a longtime favorite on the Sky & Vine menu. Served with a chipotle remoulade you might not want to share. (Courtesy of Sky & Vine rooftop bar)
Wilfred’s Living Room: Take a seat on the patio overlooking the Napa River and soak up the fun Hawaiian vibe at Napa’s only Tiki Bar. Downtown Napa’s newcomer is adorned with bamboo furniture, traditional jade tiles, and tiki statues. The drink menu includes cocktails with names like Sesame Swizzle, Maximum Aloha, and On Island Thyme, served in fun glassware. Open Wednesday to Sunday. 967 First Street, Napa, 707-690-9957, wilfredslounge.com (Courtesy of Untapped Media, Inc.)
Alston Park: Open from sunrise to sunset, this popular Napa park allows you to take your steps while enjoying stunning views of the vineyard. It has 157 acres of open space and three miles of trails open to hikers, dog walkers, mountain bikers and equestrians. In addition to picnic tables, the park has an off-leash dog area and free parking. 2037 Dry Creek Road, Napa, 707-257-9529, cityofnapa.org (Photo by Brian Welsh)