🎟️ Keller’s Got Wagyu and Pliny on Tap. The Faire’s Got Deep-Fried Oreos. Choose Your Fighter.

Hey Napa.

The faire is back (and loud), Thomas Keller’s flipping burgers again (you’ve got 10 weeks), and somehow we still have a $130M jail that no one is using. Plus: sports, fresh tomatoes, and Victorian real estate that might make you believe in ghosts and modern upgrades.

Welcome to this week’s edition—your guide to what’s happening, what’s reopening, and what’s quietly brewing in town this week.

Let’s get into it!

If you’ve seen a guy with a mic asking strangers what the American Dream means to them, that’s Eric. A gifted interviewer and sharp local voice, Eric William Jones is using curiosity as a civic tool, spotlighting real people, real stories, and real issues (no fluff, no fear). He recently appeared on NBC Bay Area repping First 5 Napa’s Safe Seats campaign and continues to make local politics feel personal and accessible. Follow him for bite-sized street interviews, smart commentary, and reminders that storytelling is activism.

Gird your funnel‑cake cravings: the Napa Town & Country Fair makes its annual return today with all the thrills you remember from your childhood (Ferris wheel, deep‑fried everything, arts & crafts) but now on a whole new level.

Expect fresh mid‑summer magic like pirate-themed magic by Capt’n Jack Spareribs, BMX Pros Trick Team stunts and a brand‑new 6,000 sq ft interactive “AG Alley” where kids can milk fake cows (leave the real ones alone?), collect eggs, and learn about local farming. Live music is included with admission: Tribute to Creedence Clearwater Revival sets the stage Thursday, followed by Nashville sensation Chase Matthew on Friday, Ying Yang Twins shake it like a saltshaker on Saturday, and Banda Carnaval’s Sunday Latin fiesta. Entry tickets go fast—the weekend is likely to sell out.

📍 Napa Valley Expo | AUG 7-10 | Tickets Here

08 | FRI | Hot Rod Cars & Coffee @ brewed | Coffee, chrome, and cool vintage rides. Roll in early to scope vintage cars and hang at Napa’s most laid-back auto meetup. | FREE | 8AM-10AM

08 | FRI | Fierce & Fabulous Drag Review @ Napa Town & Country Faire | Get glam in the mid‑faire lineup with glittering queens and lip syncs that steal the show—your post-work luxury act. | $14+ | 5PM-7PM

09 | SAT | Teen Movie Night @ Napa Library | Snacks, a screen, and a jungle adventure: Jumanji turns the library into a cozy cinema for tweens (and imaginative grown-ups). | FREE | 3PM-5PM

10 | SUN | Tomatoganza! @ CIA Coppia | All things tomato in a seed-swap meets tasting fest—salsa, sauce, seeds, and more. | $20 | 11AM-3PM

11 | MON | Perseid Meteor Stargazing @ Alston Park | Henry Miller wouldn’t believe it: watch shooting stars blaze over Napa under the Perseid peak. Bring a blanket. | FREE | 830PM -1030PM

13 | WED | Cookout @ Cliff Family Winery | Order ahead, stock up on street‑food‑style bites, chill on the lawn. And hurry because it'll go fast. | FREE | 1130AM-630PM

08 | FRI | Fashion on a Budget @ Voices Napa | Style hacks without the price tag. Learn how to dress like a fashion editor on a thrift-store budget. | FREE | 4PM-5PM

09 | SAT | Book Lover’s Day @ Copperfields | Buy a book, snag a complementary pin, and become an officially chic bibliophile. | FREE | All Day

12 | TUE | Craft Cinema @ Napa Library | DIY vibes + movie night = crafty cinema bliss. It’s your perfect low-key Tuesday evening. | FREE | 5PM-7PM

13 | WED | Rainbow Book Club @ Bookmine | Tea, queerness, and Treason by Rebecca Thorne. Join the community for discussion in good company. | FREE | 6PM

07 | THU | Philippine Rum Dinner @ Wilfreds | Go full island luxe with tropical cocktails and a refined tasting-menu. | $102+ | 630PM

08 | FRI | Alchemy Hour @ Napa Valley Collective | Sip curated cocktails and mingle in the chicest pop-up scene Napa's got to offer during the Lions Gate Portal. | $33+ | 5PM-7PM

08 | FRI | 1st Anniversary Party @ Stateline Road Smokehouse | DJ Boca, bites & cocktails to celebrate the first glorious year of Smokehouse heaven. | $20 | 8PM-10PM

09 | SAT | Y2K Class Reunion @ Yountville Community Center | A Gen‑Y nostalgia mash‑up: Vintage meets Napa meets New Tech at the blended 25‑year reunion mixer. | $90+ | 5PM-10PM

07 | THU | Read the Climate Action & Adaptation Plan @ Climate Action Napa | Dig into Napa’s plan, comment online, then show up Aug 27 at the library to weigh in. | FREE | 24/7

07 | THU | Learn About Business Plans @ Online | Brush up on startups and strategy from your couch. Perfect for aspiring entrepreneurs. | FREE | 10AM-11AM

10 | SUN | Wiley’s Wish Adoption Event @ Winston’s Napa | Say hello to rescue pups, plus insight into canine training programs that give back. | FREE | 10AM-2PM

10 | SUN | Supply Sundays @ Kansas Ave Lot | Donate, take what you need, and support local resiliency next to Black Bear Diner. | FREE | 12PM-2PM

07 | THURSDAY
Plygns @ Folklore | 7PM
The Pavone Quartet @ Barnhouse | 7PM
Arriane Del @ The Fink | 8PM
Henry Kapono @ Blue Note | 8PM
Line Dancing @ The Garden | 8PM

08 | FRIDAY
Kelee @ Silverado Mansion | 6PM
The Headhunters @ Blue Note | 630PM / 9PM
Full View Duo @ Lavendi | 8PM
Hotel California: Salute to the Eagles @ Uptown | 8PM

09 | SATURDAY
Anjelah Johnson-Reyes @ Uptown | 6PM / 9PM
Jeff Ryan @ Blue Note | 630PM / 9PM
They Went Ghost @ The Garden | 8PM

10 | SUNDAY
Melodic NV Terroir Sessions 02 @ Lake Hennessey | 1PM
Kim Waters @ Blue Note | 3PM / 630PM
Island Crew @ Wilfreds | 4PM
Sam Devine @ Trade Brewing | 4PM
Renee Lubin @ The Fink | 6PM

12 | TUESDAY
Jimmy Duhig @ The Fink | 8PM

13 | WEDNESDAY
Death and Taxes Swing @ Blue Note | 730PM

Broadway & Vine Music Series @ Various Locations | JUN-OCT | Check schedule and times
Pop-Up Art Series @ Oxbow Market | JUL-AUG | Rotating artists, check schedule and times
Music in the Vineyards @ Various Locations | AUG | Check schedule and times

MONDAYS
Storytime @ Napa Bookmine | 10AM
Drop-In Wellness Workshops @ Mentis Wellness Campus | 2PM-5PM
Movie Mondays @ The Garden | 7PM
Karaoke @ Downtown Joes | 830PM

TUESDAYS
Farmers Market @ Downtown | 8AM-12PM
Finko Bingo @ The Fink | 6PM-8PM
Trivia (2nd and 4th) Tuesdays @ Heritage Eats | 630PM-830PM
Karaoke @ Downtown Joes | 830PM

WEDNESDAYS
Kids Eat Free @ Downtown Joes | 8AM-1AM
Locals 2hr Unlimited Play @ Marquee Pinball | 11-11
Bingo @ Trade Brewing | 5PM
Trivia @ Napa Yard | 6PM
Trivia @ Folklore | 7PM

THURSDAYS
First Thursdays @ Oxbow Commons | Through October | 5PM-9PM
Trivia @ Andaz | 7PM

FRIDAYS
Drop-in vaccine clinic @ Napa Humane | 930AM-1230PM
Storytime @ Napa Bookmine | 10AM
Fried Chicken Friday @ Southside | Order on THURS
Fried Chicken @ Addendum | FRI-SUN
Winston’s Wok @ Winstons | FRI-SAT
Street Soccer @ Sorin | 430/6PM | Sign Up
Buy a Bottle, Pick a Record @ Folklore | 5PM-7PM
Fridays in the Park @ Downtown | 6PM-10PM

SATURDAYS
Farmers Market @ Downtown | 8AM-12PM
Saturday Picnic & Live Music Series @ Beringer | Through SEPT | 12PM-4PM
Lobster Rolls @ Heritage Eats | SAT-SUN

SUNDAYS
Stanly’s Village Market @ Stanly Ranch Resort | Through OCT | 9AM-12PM
Sunday Series @ Juniper Station | 10AM-2PM 
R&B Soul Food Sunday Brunch @ Lil Sista’s Goody’s Soul Food | 11AM
Sunday Spins @ Jam Cellars | 2PM-5PM
Sundays in the Park @ Yountville Vets Park | Through AUG 24 | 5PM-7PM

Thomas Keller’s cult-favorite pandemic pop-up Burgers and Half Bottles is back—10 weeks only, and just as decadent-disguised-as-casual as you remember with perfectly charred patties, crisp fries, and a rotating cast of half bottles.

And this time around, they’re leaning into the vibes:

It’s luxe in a hoodie. Go now, or regret it later.

📍6518 Washington St. Yountville | WED-THU 12PM-8PM / FRI-SUN 12PM-5PM

But this might actually be the one. Built in 1895 and just blocks from downtown, 643 3rd Street brings the best of Old Town Napa charm with a clean, modern finish.

You still get all the romantic flourishes: the asymmetrical gables, turned porch columns, turreted tower, and original woodwork. But inside, it’s been tastefully updated with crisp white walls, soft natural light, and wide-open rooms that feel more gallery than antique shop. The kitchen is fresh and functional. The bathrooms are fully upgraded, no clawfoot tubs in sight (unless you're into that). It’s $1.48M, so snatch it up if you’ve got the bag.

PS: If this listing has you tempted to zigzag through Old Town like a Victorian detective, don’t sleep on the Napa Abajo Historical Self-Guided Walking Tour Guide. It’s filled with architectural gems and insider backstories. Check it out on Insta, and save our Google Map for easy reference on the go.

Chica is an 81-pound, 1-year-old Akita with a goofy grin and a whole lot of love to give. She’s spayed, sweet, and seriously ready to be your new best friend. Swing by 942 Hartle Ct. or call 707‑253‑4382 to meet her.

Bonus: adoption fees are waived. Come get your girl.

That’s it for this week. If you like what you see, be sure to refer a friend (or two)!

Until next time…