2018 Holiday Candlelight Tour

Once again Napa County Landmarks will be hosting the 29th Annual Holiday Candlelight Tour on Saturday, December 8th from 2 – 6 PM. This year’s tour will feature 11 heritage homes built from 1875 to 1900 in the historic Calistoga Avenue District. Included in the tour is an authentic 1890 era restored caboose rail car. The event reception will be in the Napa Valley Art Association building at 1520 Behrens Street in Napa. Local artists will be showing their work for sale as well as an offering of light refreshments. Musicians will be performing holiday music throughout and vintage cars will also be on display. Tickets are $30 for members, $35 for non-members & $40 purchased the day of the event. Tour details to follow.

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