Updated: June 9th, 2022, at 10:30 AM
HOT UPDATE!!! - Don't miss out on all the month-long Pride action at BeBubbly, Napa's Premier Champaign Lounge.
Napa Valley warmly welcomes LGBTQAI+ travelers throughout the year. The valley is rolling out the rainbow-colored carpet with several events and activities this June and near-perfect weather, Napa Valley offers some of the best spots to eat and plenty of places to hang out, have a glass of wine or beer, enjoy outdoor concerts or theater, and the downtown Napa's lively scene. So grab a Tank Garage Winery Pride shirt or a rainbow cookie from Clif Family Winery's Bruschetteria Truck in St. Helena before heading out to some of the events in the valley.
Where to Eat
Summer Garden Party at Chandon
June 11, Saturday | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
This will be Chandon's first Pride Weekend Celebration as they recognize the influence and contributions made by the LGBTQ+ community. The one-day event will feature a DJ, food and wine stations, lawn games, a photo booth, flower crown making, and an exhibition of artisans and local vendors from the LGBTQ+ community. There's even a puppy cuddling session from 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM (careful, you might fall in love, and they're all adoptable).
Pride Dance at Blue Note Napa
June 22nd at 6–9:30 PM.
Come out & dance at Napa's premiere nightclub, Blue Note Napa. DJ Rotten Robbie will be spinning the Pride tunes all night long, so grab your rainbow gear and fancy footwear.
Pride Drag Brunch at Avow Napa
June 26th, Sunday | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
AVOW – 813 Main Street
Sashay your way to AVOW's Pride Drag Brunch, hosted by the one and only Mercury Rising and her impressive entourage! Includes a welcome glass of Steorra Sparkling and a three-course brunch with a menu created by Chef Dan Ziebell and his team. Additional cocktails and add-ons are available during the event for an extra cost. A portion of all proceeds will be donated to LGBTQ Connection Napa.
Dining Out at The Q
June 29th, Wednesday | 5 PM – 10 PM
The Q – 1313 Main Street
Enjoy dinner and drinks at the fabulous NEW location for The Q in Downtown Napa. DJ Rotten Robbie will be spinning. Check out the new location for The Q in downtown Napa where DJ Rotten Robbie will be spinning, with donations to benefit LGBTQ Connection Napa. Call the restaurant to make reservations. 707-224-6600. https://theqrandb.com/
The Look of Love at Blue Note Napa
June 30th, Thursday | 6 PM – 10 PM
Blue Note Napa – 1030 Main Street
Blue Note Napa presents a unique musical evening to benefit the LGBTQ Connection. Kellie Fuller teams up with the Mike Greensill Trio for an evening of memorable songs from the 1960s made famous by artists such as Dionne Warwick, Brasil 66, The Beatles, Barbra Streisand, Dusty Springfield, and more, delivered by Kellie and Mike with their style and flair. This exceptional Blue Note evening of music coincides with National Give Out Day.
Art & Music Events'
America Canyon's Pride Popup
Saturday, June 18th | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Community Park 2, American Canyon
An outdoor celebration with the local LGBTQ+ community, friends & family for fun in the sun. There will be park games, food vendors, and a free raffle for everyone who shows up!
Brandi Carlile at Oxbow River Stage
Sunday, June 19th | 5:30 PM – 10 PM
Oxbow RiverStage – 1100 West Street
Presented by Blue Note Napa at the Oxbow River Stage, six-time GRAMMY award winner Brandi Carlisle will be giving her "Beyond These Silent Days" headline tour. DJ Rotten Robbie will also attend, accepting donations for LGBTQ Connection, a local community-driven nonprofit that fosters a more diverse and inclusive community.
Vinyl + Wine
June 24 | 5–7pm.
Carneros Resort and Spa will offer a fun spin on its popular Vinyl + Wine event with DJ Robbie Robb spinning an all-vinyl set of music in celebration of Pride Month. Guests can peruse his music plus play bocce with wines and nibbles.
Chalk for Pride
Saturday, June 25th, 10 AM – 11:30 AM
Napa Library – 580 Coombs Street
In collaboration with Napa Library and First 5's Rainbow Action Network, emerging artists can create colorful chalk art around the library's sidewalk to support the LGBTQ+ community.
For more information on LGBTQ Connection Napa, please visit these links:
https://donapa.com/2022/06/01/plan-your-pride-month-with-downtown-napa/
https://www.first5napa.org/napa-county-pride-2022/
Happy Pride! Read more about other cities' Pride Month celebrations on the West Coast.
