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MENDOCINO MUSIC FESTIVAL
Mendocino festivals
MENDOCINO MUSIC FESTIVAL
TWO WEEKS in JULY ~ Mendocino
Evenings include orchestra concerts, Big Band concert, chamber music ensembles, dance, blues, world, and folk music. Days include lecture/recitals at the Piano Series, a childs matinee, Young Musicians and chamber concerts throughout Mendocino Village.

Calendar of Festivals in Mendocino County

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Click for more information on Mendocino Crab & Wine Festival. Mendocino Crab & Wine Festival
JANUARY
Special events held throughout January on the Mendocino Coast, Meet our Crab Fishermen, Take a Cruise, Local Chefs Do Their Thing, Meet Our Winemakers, Outstanding Crab Cake & Wine Competition, Crab Feeds and other Special Events
Click for more information on International Alsace Varietals Festival. International Alsace Varietals Festival
LATE FEBRUARY ~ Anderson Valley
Wineries from Mendocino Wine Country and around the world will participate in this annual festival celebrating Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc and other noble Alsace varietals.
Click for more information on MENDOCINO WHALE FESTIVAL. MENDOCINO WHALE FESTIVAL
First Saturday in MARCH ~ Mendocino
Mendocino wineries bring their unique vintages for tasting in Mendocino Village shops, galleries and inns. A free trolley offers rides to the Point Cabrillo Lighthouse, chowder tasting, whale watching walks and more.
Click for more information on FORT BRAGG WHALE FESTIVAL. FORT BRAGG WHALE FESTIVAL
Second Weekend in MARCH ~ Fort Bragg
Along with dozens of Microbrew tasting, the area's top chefs will produce their favorite chowders. A marine mammal art exhibit and crafts fair are also part of this festival.
Click for more information on WHALE and JAZZ FESTIVAL. WHALE and JAZZ FESTIVAL
APRIL
Annual Redwood Coast Whale & Jazz Festival combines whale watching with the finest in jazz entertainment, culinary delights and fun activities over 3 spectacular weekends.

May

Click for more information on BOONVILLE BEER FESTIVAL. BOONVILLE BEER FESTIVAL
Early MAY ~ Boonville
The Boonville Beer Festival is an annual event, that showcases breweries from all over the west to come and share their wares in a pleasant, relaxed, outdoor setting to enjoy well over a hundred brews from fifty-two breweries.
Click for more information on MENDOCINO HERITAGE DAYS. MENDOCINO HERITAGE DAYS
APR 30 - MAY 31 - MENDOCINO
Dozens of events: Hear tales of Native Americans, chat with ancestors of early settlers, follow the underwater exploration of shipwrecks along our coast. Tour through wildflowers, heritage roses, redwood trails, historic dwellings, moonlight cemetery walk and more!
Click for more information on Rhododendron Show & Plant Sale. Rhododendron Show & Plant Sale
MAY ~ Fort Bragg
One of the largest shows on the west coast with over 700 entries including rhododendron flowers, pictures, bonsai and arrangements of locally hybridized varieties and rare varieties from the northwest. Raffles, refreshments, educational displays and more! FREE
Click for more information on HOPLAND PASSPORT ~ SPRING. HOPLAND PASSPORT ~ SPRING
MAY ~ Hopland
2 full days of fun! Receive a Passport logo glass, entry to all wine tastings, food pairings and entertainment at the ten wineries. Enter to win the Passport Prize Giveaway!
Click for more information on PINOT NOIR FESTIVAL. PINOT NOIR FESTIVAL
Mid MAY ~ Anderson Valley
Taste Pinot Noir from more than 35 wineries. Enjoy sumptuous food that pairs perfectly with Pinot. Learn all about Pinot at the technical conference, and visit our local Pinot Noir producers at their open houses. It's a full weekend for those who love Pinot Noir!
Click for more information on Mendocino Film Festival. Mendocino Film Festival
JUNE 4-6 ~ Mendocino
Showcasing independent filmmakers and their work - feature length, shorts, animation, documentaries, and foreign films at this exciting 3-day event. Special guests, filmmakers, workshops and panels, Opening Night Gala, and Awards Ceremony await the film buff.
Click for more information on A Taste of Redwood Valley. A Taste of Redwood Valley
Mid JUNE
You are invited to attend the annual "A Taste of Redwood Valley" wine festival where a rich experience awaits you as you tour the wineries and taste the wines and foods at participating wineries.
Click for more information on World\'s Largest Salmon BBQ. World's Largest Salmon BBQ
JULY 3, SATURDAY - Noyo Harbor
Join us for a good old fashioned barbeque. Bring your appetite and a few friends for Delicious Grilled Salmon, Fresh Green Salad, Good ole Corn on the Cob and Garlic Bread...yum - and help out a good cause!
Click for more information on WILLITS FRONTIER DAYS. WILLITS FRONTIER DAYS
4th JULY WEEKEND ~ Willits
California's oldest continuous rodeo. Plan on throwing your rope around our fun events from the barbecue to the parade, from the gymkhana to the rodeo, from the horse show to the Cutest Little Cowboy & Cowgirl contest, and much, much more.
Click for more information on MENDOCINO MUSIC FESTIVAL. MENDOCINO MUSIC FESTIVAL
TWO WEEKS in JULY ~ Mendocino
Evenings include orchestra concerts, Big Band concert, chamber music ensembles, dance, blues, world, and folk music. Days include lecture/recitals at the Piano Series, a childs matinee, Young Musicians and chamber concerts throughout Mendocino Village.
Click for more information on MENDOCINO ARTS FAIR. MENDOCINO ARTS FAIR
JULY ~ Mendocino
Sixty-five arts and crafts booths with unique hand made artwork, including glass works, fiber wearables, hand-created jewelry, functional and sculptural ceramics, paintings, photography, live music and a variety of tasty treats.
Click for more information on CALIFORNIA WINE TASTING CHAMPIONSHIP. CALIFORNIA WINE TASTING CHAMPIONSHIP
Late JULY
Anyone can watch or even compete with wine experts from around the world. Tasters challenge their palates by identifying varietal wines in a casual atmosphere with live entertainment, great food, and beautiful panoramic scenery. Amateur and professional levels.
Click for more information on Gualala Arts Festivals. Gualala Arts Festivals
Mid August ~ Gualala
Art Festival: Once again the Art in the Redwoods Festival will include a full array of entertainment in addition to the extensive display of art and crafts. Gualala Arts Center
Click for more information on PURE MENDOCINO. PURE MENDOCINO
AUGUST
A weekend of organic farm and processor tours, presentations and workshops during the days, culminating in a big tent organic food and wine tasting, dinner and auction benefit.
Click for more information on VIBRANT LIVING EXPO. VIBRANT LIVING EXPO
AUG ~ Company Store, Fort Bragg
This vacation may change your life! Immerse yourself in three wonderful information packed days with cutting edge lectures and gourmet raw culinary demos. Enjoy inspiring presentations by world renowned authors, culinary artists and health experts.
Click for more information on CasparFest. CasparFest
LATE AUG ~ Caspar
Filling the old school house with dancing and the Village Square with music, artists, crafters, and "green" enterprises Join Renowned multi-instrumentalist and honorary Casparado Joe Craven and other local musicians amongst the booths of beautiful handmade objects.
Click for more information on Pt Arena Harbor and Seafood Festival. Pt Arena Harbor and Seafood Festival
SEPT ~ Point Arena
The 10th Annual POINT ARENA HARBOR & SEAFOOD FESTIVAL. Enjoy fresh local seafood, live music, boat rides, kid games, a raffle, Organic beer and much more. Come spend the day at the beautiful Point Arena Pier.
Click for more information on MENDOCINO COUNTY FAIR. MENDOCINO COUNTY FAIR
Mid SEPTEMBER
Great fun for the entire family! Three fun filled days of old fashioned country fair will be held at the Fairgrounds. The Fair features, rodeo, sheep dog trials, animal judging, midway, square dancing hoedown and a parade on Sunday and much more......
Click for more information on STUDIO DISCOVERY TOUR. STUDIO DISCOVERY TOUR
SEPT ~ Little River to Sea Ranch
Two weekends! 48 artists open their studios along the scenic Coast for a free self-guided tour. Original work in watercolor, oils, glass, ceramics, jewelry, sculpture & textiles!
Free maps available.
Click for more information on WINESONG!. WINESONG!
SEPT ~ Botanical Gardens
Join us once a year, for MCDH's annual wine tasting event and auction in the Gardens by the Sea. Meander throughout the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens and taste the elegant wines and food of Mendocino County. EVENT USUALLY SELLS OUT - Get your tickets NOW.
Click for more information on PAUL BUNYAN DAYS. PAUL BUNYAN DAYS
LABOR DAY WEEKEND ~ Fort Bragg
Family Fun! Contests include: King of the Log Pillow Fight, Pie Eating Contest, Tricycle Race, Belle of the Redwoods, Blue Ox Beer Festival, Ugly Dog Contest, Craft Fair, Fire Dept Water Fights, Gem, Mineral & Fossil Show, Logging Show and Parade
Click for more information on HOPLAND PASSPORT ~ FALL. HOPLAND PASSPORT ~ FALL
OCTOBER ~ Hopland
2 full days of fun! Receive a Passport logo glass, entry to all wine tastings, food pairings and entertainment at the ten wineries. Enter to win the Passport Prize Giveaway!
Click for more information on ABALONE FESTIVAL COOK OFF. ABALONE FESTIVAL COOK OFF
OCTOBER ~ Noyo Harbor, Fort Bragg
GUESTS are welcome and can participate for free. Although abalone tasting is limited to the judges; other food, beverages and Local Mendocino Wine will be available for purchase. Guests will enjoy the live entertainment, a raffle and silent auction.
Click for more information on WINE and MUSHROOM FESTIVAL. WINE and MUSHROOM FESTIVAL
NOVEMBER
Spread throughout Mendocino County's popular Inns and Restaurants, Dozens of Fabulous Edible Events, Meet the Chefs, Gatherers and Walk in the Woods, Learn From The Culinary Experts, Meet Mendocino's Winemakers and Mushroom Passports.
Click for more information on MENDOCINO COAST INN TOURS. MENDOCINO COAST INN TOURS
MID DECEMBER
MENDOCINO, LITTLE RIVER, FORT BRAGG, ALBION & ELK - Get in the Holiday Spirit with the Mendocino Candlelight Inns tours. The inns graciously invite all to tour their lovely holiday decorated inns.

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