The Bear Valley Music Festival runs from late July to mid August
County Events
Annual Logging Jamboree
White PInes
Arnold CA
Annual Logging Jamboree held at White Pines Lake, near the Sierra Nevada Logging Museum. Contact 209-728-1407
Bear Valley Music Festival
Bear Valley CA
http://www.bearvalleymusic.org
The Bear Valley Music Festival runs the first two weeks in August and includes concerts form a full symphony orchestra, international soloists, legendary entertainers, and renowned opera stars in a unique mountain setting. The Festival offers an outdoor musical experience while under the shade of a large 1250 seat tent. For more information regarding the 39th Annual Bear Valley Music Festival, call (800) 458-1618 or visit www.bearvalleymusic.org.
Calaveras Celtic & Jousting Festivals
209-532-8375
209-588-9314
PO Box 4541
Sonora 95370
http://www.CalaverasCelticFaire.com
California's oldest and largest Celtic Festival. Bringing the Irish, Scottish, Welsh and Cornish cultures together for one weekend in March every year. Featuring top name entertainment, Highland Games, jousting, food and fun. Also presenting the only competition jousting event in September. Calaveras County Fairgrounds. Riders from all over the world.
Calaveras County Fair and Jumping Frog Jubilee
209-736-2561
Gun Club Road
Angels Camp CA
http://www.frogtown.org
You don't want to miss this fun and historic event that highlights Calaveras County's rich history. Enjoy the Frog Jump International Competition, carnival rides, livestock, big name entertainment and much more!
Calaveras Follies
Benefits the Calaveras Youth Mentoring Program
Mark Twain Hall- Frogtown
Angels Camp CA
http://www.calaverasfollies.com/
The Calaveras Follies is an outrageously hilarious musical review with local community celebrities as the STARS!. Approximately 400 guests will be greeted with appetizers and no-host bar for pre-show enjoyment. The cabaret-style variety show features fun-loving locals lip-synching popular songs and show tunes on stage at Mark Twain Hall, imitating well-known artists.
Calaveras Grape Stomp
209-754-0127
Murphys Community Park
Murphys CA
http://www.calaveraswines.org
Concours d'Elegance
Ironstone Vineyards
Murphys CA
http://ironstoneconcours.org
Don’t miss this elegant car show featuring over 300 cars. The world class event benefits local 4H programs, FFA programs, The California State Fair Scholarships and the Calaveras County Fair Scholarships. Open from 10 am to 4 pm, admittance is only $20 per person and free for ages 19 and under.
Gold Rush Street Faire
209-736-2580
Main St
Murphys CA
Shopping is to "live for" at the Annual Gold Rush Street Faire, as Main Street fills with over 100 booths of quality arts and crafts, antiques, handcrafted goods, jewelry, clothing, collectibles, and food booths, in addition to Murphys' multitude of one-of-a-kind specialty shops. The event is hosted by the Feeney Park Foundation, and has been a valued tradition in Murphys for many years.
Lumberjack Days
West Point CA
209-293-4325
The Annual Lumberjack Days parade and festival celebrates the lumber history of Calaveras County. It takes place in downtown West Point on the first Saturday of October. Complete with vendors, lumberjack competitions, a parade and car show, this event is fun for the whole family!
Murphys Irish Day
Murphys CA
http://www.murphysirishdays.org
Celebrates Murphys' Irish heritage and beckons visitors and locals alike on the Saturday of St. Patty's with Irish musicians and dancers, authentic Irish fare and wares, carriage rides, crafts booths, dancing in the streets, and storytelling.
Snyders' Valley Springs POW WOW
209-772-1265
1290 Paloma Rd
Valley Springs CA
http://www.valleyspringspowwow.com
Featuring gems and minerals the Pow Wow has over 200 vendors, Mountain Men demonstrations, Native Americans dancing, antique gas engines, camping, field trips, remote controlled airplanes, music, jewelry, crafts, food, plus much more! On a working cattle ranch. Free admission and parking!
Valley Springs Music Festival
1906 Vista Del Lago Dr
Valley Springs CA
http://valleyspringsmusic.org/
Valley Springs Arts and Music is bringing some of the greatest bands from around California to Calaveras County. Jazz festivals, Concerts, Art Exhibits and much more. All to raise money for our schools music programs.