Local Events – Nevada County

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NOVEMBER

1st – 2nd | Popovich’s Comedy Pet Theater
The Center for the Arts
Gregory Popovich is a fifth-generation circus performer and author who’s toured with the Moscow Circus and Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus. All performing pets were rescued from animal shelters and now enjoy life in the limelight as Vegas headliners with co-star, Gregory Popovich who also incorporates world-class juggling, gymnastics and balancing acts into the 85-minute stage production.   

2nd | Nevada City Oddities Show
Miners Foundry
This immersive event features top-tier vendors offering everything from taxidermy and occult goods to alternative jewelry, dark art, unique fashion, workshops, and more. The Menagerie is more than a market — it’s a community gathering for the wonderfully weird.

7th | Moonlight Magic
Miners Foundry
Join us for an elegant evening featuring a plated dinner, live music, and an exciting live auction—all in celebration of community and compassion.

8th | Fall Magic Show at North Star House
North Star House
This event showcase features some of the region’s most talented magicians, performing in the intimate, Julia Morgan–designed venue where every seat feels close to the magic.

15th | Holiday Market & Tree Lighting Ceremony
Downtown Grass Valley
Get a jump start on the Holiday shopping with sales, raffles, giveaways, and more from your local merchants!

26th | Thanksgiving Dinner Pop Up
Grass Valley
It’s officially pie season at Emily’s Catering!We’re baking up all your holiday favorites just in time for Thanksgiving.

Nov 28th – Dec 19th | Cornish Christmas
Downtown Main and Mill Streets
Step into a winter wonderland in historic Downtown Grass Valley as we celebrate the magic of the season with Cornish Christmas — a cherished tradition that brings our community together with warmth, light, and holiday cheer.

28th – 30th | Country Christmas Faire
Nevada County Fairgrounds
There are our large exhibit buildings are filled with thousands of handcrafted items and gifts, giving shoppers a chance to start their holiday shopping and purchase unique quality handmade items created by more than 100 talented artisans.

29th | Make a Holiday Wreath
Siren Song Fleece Works
Make a fresh holiday wreath to kick off the holiday season! Get ready to unleash your creativity and craft a beautiful wreath to adorn your home, using fresh-cut greenery and a huge selection of ribbons and ornaments.

30th | Nevada City Winter Craft Fair
Miners Foundry
We have over 70 of the top local Etsy crafters, designers, and artisans featuring handmade home decor, apparel, bath products, stationary, art, food, drinks and more.

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DECEMBER

6th | Holidays at Empire Mine
Empire Mine Historic State Park
Enjoy festive music, chestnut roasting, candle dipping and tin punching, historic children’s games, mine yard demonstrations and more on the beautifully decorated historic grounds of Empire Mine State Historic Park!

7th | Brazil – Director’s Cut 4K
Nevada Theatre
Join us for a special screening of Terry Gilliam’s BRAZIL at the Nevada Theatre, featuring a brand new 4K restoration of his director’s cut!

11th – 14th | Clara and the Nutcracker
Miners Foundry
Enjoy a delightful presentation of holiday cheer and tradition in historical Nevada City with a talented cast of dancers, colorful costumes, magical sets, and the wonderful music of the holidays. The Miners Foundry offers time-honored hospitality and HBC dancers bring vibrant energy and faithful dedication to the art of ballet in this classical favorite.

13th | Nevada County Toy Run
Nevada City
The second Saturday of December every year rain or shine several thousand motorcycles rumble through the streets of Nevada City and Grass Valley en route to the Nevada County Fairgrounds, a parade like no other.

13th – 14th | MIM Happy Holidays Concert
The Center for teh Arts
Featuring the Music in the Mountains Orchestra and Chorus.

14th | Wolfwalkers
Nevada Theatre
Directed by two-time Academy Award nominated Tomm Moore and Ross Stewart, WOLFWALKERS is a visually stunning animated feast for the eyes.

21st | The Wizard of Oz (1939)
Nevada Theatre
Join us at the Nevada Theatre as we bring this all-time classic back to the big screen! 

28th | Wall-E
Nevada Theatre
Screening one time only at the Nevada Theatre, The Onyx Downtown is delighted to present this all-time classic from Pixar!

31st | Brothers Comatose: New Years Party 2025!
The Center for the Arts
This foot-stomping, string-slinging San Francisco band blends bluegrass, Americana, and a shot of rock ‘n’ roll energy to throw one of the best parties around.

TBA | Nevada City Victorian Christmas
Nevada City
The Nevada City Chamber transforms downtown Nevada City into a big street fair with over 100 vendors, food trucks, hot mulled wine, holiday music and more.

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JANUARY

18th | CMS Residency Series: Beethoven Journey presented by InConcert Sierra
Seventh Day Adventist Church
The artistic evolution of Ludwig van Beethoven changed the course of music and nowhere is that stunning transformation experienced better than in this all-Beethoven performance.

20th | Spring Street Swing Out
Downtown Nevada City
Come join us for our monthly swing dance and lindy hop event. Our evenings begin with an intro lesson followed by a couple hours of DJ’d music or a live band- depending on the month. No partner or experience required.

24th | “Take it to the Limit”- A Tribute to the Eagles
The Center for the Arts
Get ready for an unforgettable night of live music as some of Canada’s most talented musicians and vocalists come together to pay homage to the legendary Eagles.

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FEBRUARY

15th | American Piano Awards Winner: Michael Davidman presented by InConcert Sierra
Seventh Day Adventist Church
In April 2025, 28-year-old pianist Michael Davidman was awarded the prestigious American Piano Awards (APA) Christel DeHaan Fellowship, given every four years to an exceptional American classical pianist following a rigorous 13-month competition.

18th | Joss Stone
The Center for the Arts
Joss Stone is a Grammy and Brit Award-winning artist who released her acclaimed debut album, The Soul Sessions, in 2003, at the age of 16. 

19th – 23rd | Wild & Scenic Film Festival
Nevada City
SYRCL’s Wild & Scenic Film Festival inspires environmental activism and a love for nature–through film. 

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MARCH

7th | St. Piran’s Day Celebration
Mill Street Plaza
St. Piran’s Day Pasty Toss is a fun, family-friendly tradition we have here in Grass Valley honoring our Cornish connection. Join us at the Grass Valley City Hall Parking Lot and watch as Grass Valley’s civil servants challenge Nevada City’s for a friendly Pasty Tossing competition and so much more!

TBA | GVDA Foothills Celebration
Downtoan Grass Valley

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APRIL

11th | Truckee Literary Crawl
Downtown Truckee
Truckee Literary Crawl is be a FREE community literary event featuring authors, writers and poets reading their works followed by book signings at locations in downtown Truckee.

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_{*Events subject to change.}