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Wine, Food, Art, Music! Napa is the Place for Summer Festivals

Summer in Napa Valley is really a feast for the senses. Whether you’re a die-hard foodie, serious wine connoisseur, lover of the arts—theatre, music, dance—the sensations are all here throughout the summer presented in world-class festivals. This is a great time to book your Meritage escape while you sample the goods from July through August. What a fantastic way to savor summertime! Here are some of the biggest festival attractions not to be missed. Combined with the luxury and premier pampering you will receive at The Meritage Resort and Spa, you are in for one fabulous time not to be forgotten.

Festival del Sole – Napa Valley, California
July 17 - 25, 2009
The Fourth Annual Napa Valley Festival del Sole features concerts by some of the world’s most celebrated musical artists, five-star meals prepared by top chefs, and wines from the best of winemakers in a unique celebration of the art of life. The weeklong schedule also includes art exhibitions, educational activities and free community concerts showcasing talented young performers. Festival events take place at some of the most stunning venues throughout the Napa Valley.

Since its inception in 2006, over 30,000 people have attended Napa Valley Festival del Sole concerts and gala events.

Robert Mondavi Summer Music Festival
Celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, this legendary Festival offers a little something for everyone.

July 25 – KC & the Sunshine Band is expected to turn the winery lawn into a giant dance floor when the 15-member ensemble churns out hits like “That’s The Way (I Like It),” “I’m Your Boogie Man,” “Keep It Comin’ Love” and “Please Don’t Go.”

August 1 – Smokey Robinson wraps up the 40th Anniversary Season in a performance presented in conjunction with the Napa Valley Opera House. He is famous for a wide range of chart-toppers including “The Tracks of My Tears,” “Tears of a Clown,” “I Second That Emotion” and “Cruisin’.”

Tickets may be ordered at www.robertmondaviwinery.com or by calling the festival box office at 707-226-7372.

Napa Valley Art Festival
Saturday, August 15, 2009
10 am-4 pm
The Pavilion at V Marketplace, Yountville

This Art Festival is an acclaimed, juried exhibit and sale featuring 35 of the West’s premier representational artists showing original works. Attendees will enjoy catered cuisine, Napa Valley wines and fine art.
The Festival will be held at V Marketplace, 6525 Washington Street, Yountville. Take Highway 29 to the Yountville/Veterans Home exit; Yountville is 9 miles north of the city of Napa and 45 miles northeast of San Francisco. For more information call 707-256-3828 or visit http://www.napavalleyartfestival.com/