Things to do along Highway 4

Give blood with the American Red Cross at Ebbetts Pass Moose Lodge in Arnold. Appointments are recommended; walk-ins are welcome. Book a time at RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-733-2767.

🍇 Wine-Down Wednesdays — because learning about wine should be as enjoyable as drinking it. Every Wednesday from 11 AM–5 PM, Anne Marie and Doug guide guests through a casual tasting experience filled with stories, tips, and delicious discoveries.

A level, roughly one-mile morning walk around the North Grove, campground, and meadow, looking and listening for birds. No experience or gear required. Meet outside the Visitor Center. Free with the $10/vehicle park entrance.

Our Trivia is 3 rounds, all Multiple Choice. Crafted by and presented by our own Doug Conrad. Come out for a night of learning and laughter! Every 1st and 3rd Thursday. Starts at 5:00 Three rounds, 10 questions each. Play 1 or 2 or all 3 rounds!

The Watering Hole hosts a free weekly summer concert series on Thursday evenings from 5-7 pm, featuring local bands and rotating featured breweries on their outdoor lawn. Running from late May through October 2026.

🍻 Thursdays just got a whole lot cooler… Slide through to My Bar every Thursday night for some friendly competition and good vibes! Whether you’re lining up the perfect shot or just kicking back with a drink, our pool tournament is where the action’s at. 👉 Play. Watch. Cheer. Repeat. 👉 Bring your crew or make new rivals 😎 Don’t miss it — Thursdays = game night! 🎱🔥

Tarantula Hawk plays live at Lake Alpine Lodge, right across the road from the water up at 7,000 feet. Music starts at 6 p.m. The deck bar and restaurant are open, so settle in with a drink and a bite. No cover, and it's a gorgeous spot to catch a set.

A moderate five-mile hike to the park's larger, quieter grove of giant sequoias. Bring water and a snack or lunch; there is no food or water at the trailhead. Meet at the South Grove trailhead parking lot. Free with the $10/vehicle park entrance.

Join us for the 21st season of the Angels Camp Farmers Market! Come shop local, enjoy great music, and celebrate community with us in Utica Park. Sponsored by the Angels Camp Business Association, the market returns to our beloved Utica Park with the same vibrant atmosphere our community has come to love—featuring local farm-fresh produce, artisan craft vendors, local wines, and live entertainment. Friday nights are a time for friends and neighbors to gather, while visitors to our area experience the charm of Angels Camp and create memories to cherish. We are also happy to welcome back our wonderful Market Manager, Emily Louise who brings together local farmers, artisans, and musicians to create the lively Friday night vibe in Angels Camp. Utica Park – Angels Camp Fridays, June 12 through September 25 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM

The Frist Friday of the month concert series. Bring a chair, a blanket, a picnic, and your dancing shoes! Enjoy live music from The Blowbacks at Murphys Community Park from 5:00 – 8:00 pm

Looking for something fun to do on a Friday? How about creating your own custom blended bottle of wine? We will have a selection of wines for you to chose from to create your own custom blend. You’ll be able to taste and create a custom blend of your choice. We provide everything for you to create your custom vintage wine, taste it, blend it, cork it and label it! The night is sure to be full of wine and fun. Food specials available. You can buy your ticket online or in house before the event. Reservations Required This is a 21 and over event. Sorry, no refunds.

Enjoy awesome wines and wonderful local musicians every Friday from 6pm-8pm on the comfortable and spacious Boyle MacDonald Wines Rooftop. No music on the First Friday of August and September so you can attend First Fridays Free Concerts in the Community Park! Wine tasting flights are served from 12pm-5pm. Wines are served by the glass and bottle beginning at 5pm. We do not take reservations. No loitering. 21 and older only, please. Thanks!

The store's summer inventory and boat and bike rental fleet go on sale over Labor Day Weekend, September 5–7.

Friends of Sierra Nevada’s 29th Annual Logging Jamboree, Saturday of Labor Day weekend. Logging Jamboree is open to all. Competition sign-up from 9am-10am, Competition starts at 10am 9am-5pm; $10 entrance fee (children under 12 free) Logging Competition, Axe Throwing, Jack and Jill Bucking, Choker Setting, Hot Saw and more! Barbeque by Ebbetts Pass Moose Lodge Contact museum for more information. https://sierraloggingmuseum.org/events/

Come to Calaveras County, CA this Labor Day Weekend for a Tasting Experience along the Hwy 4 Wine Trail and downtown Murphys. A ticket grants you a tasting of two wines at each of the 12 participating locations, giving you the perfect opportunity to explore Calaveras Wine Country. Like what you taste? Each location will have their full tasting menu available, with their tasting fee waived with a purchase. Tickets and more information available at https://www.calaveraswines.org/wineweekend

Celebrate Labor Day Weekend in the Beautiful Pines of Arnold!Join us for the 54th Annual Labor Day Weekend Arts & Crafts Festival on September 5 & 6, 2026, at the historic Bristol’s Ranch House Café (961 Highway 4, Downtown Arnold)!Spend the weekend shopping from 65+ talented artists, crafters, antique vendors, and specialty vendors offering everything from handmade jewelry, pottery, quilts, woodwork, fine art, chainsaw carvings, leather goods, home décor, vintage treasures, and so much more! Live Music Saturday, Sept. 5 – Nathan Ignacio Sunday, Sept. 6 – Scott Patrick Enjoy delicious food, gourmet treats, fresh MacDoogle’s Kettlekorn, and locally brewed beer served by the Ebbett’s Pass Volunteer Fire Department. Festival Hours Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM FREE Admission FREE ParkingBring your family, invite your friends, and celebrate Labor Day weekend with shopping, great food, live music, and mountain charm at one of Arnold’s longest-running traditions!For vendor information or event details: macdoogleskettlecorn@gmail.com 209-355-3465We can’t wait to see you in the pines!

A moderate five-mile hike to the park's larger, quieter grove of giant sequoias. Bring water and a snack or lunch; there is no food or water at the trailhead. Meet at the South Grove trailhead parking lot. Free with the $10/vehicle park entrance.

Join us this Labor Day Weekend for a Tasting Experience along the Hwy 4 Wine Trail and downtown Murphys. A ticket grants you a tasting of two wines at each of the 12 participating locations, giving you the perfect opportunity to explore Calaveras Wine Country. Like what you taste? Each location will have their full tasting menu available, with their tasting fee waived with a purchase. Tickets and more information available at https://www.calaveraswines.org/wineweekend

Live Music Saturday Afternoons during the Spring and Summer in our Beer Garden. Sounds magical doesn’t it? We have an awesome diverse musical sets coming up. Musical sets are 1-4pm

Craig Fletcher Band plays live at Lake Alpine Lodge, right across the road from the water up at 7,000 feet. Music starts at 1 p.m. The deck bar and restaurant are open, so settle in with a drink and a bite. No cover, and it's a gorgeous spot to catch a set.

🎶 Meet Me In Murphy returns September 5th, 2026. And this year… we’re bring a little reggae soul to the hills of Murphy. We’re beyond excited to welcome legendary reggae icons, The Wailers. This is not a tribute. This is the legacy of Bob Marley & The Wailer, carried forward. Join us for a day of music, community, and giving back! This is more than a concert. It’s the kind of event you feel long after it ends. Every ticket supports organizations making a real impact, both locally and beyond…because music means even more when it gives back. 📍 Murphys, Ca 📆 Saturday, September 5th, 2026 Tickets + full event details are now live at: meetmeinmurphys.com

Free outdoor concert at Cameo Plaza featuring the Fabulous Off Brothers. Bring lawn chairs and snacks. 4,000 ft elevation — bring a light layer for after sunset. Dogs and kids welcome.

A unique experience of Country Rock, Americana, and so much more. The Sky Kings is a classic Country Rock Americana band with a signature blend of clear vocal harmonies and lush instrumentation.

Poor Man’s Whiskey’s live show and sound are a blend of high octane old time/bluegrass music (often done on traditional acoustic instruments of banjo, guitar, fiddle, and mandolin) and a more psychedelic blues/jam rock style that calls upon their earlier influences such as Pink Floyd, Allman Brothers Band, and the Grateful Dead. Poor Man’s Whiskey seamlessly transitions between acoustic and electric styles with a carefully crafted commitment to well-written songs and stories…while maintaining an exciting element of improvisation and openness to letting a song expand. https://poormanswhiskey.com/ Opening will be Ten Dollar Pony, an indie folk-rock acoustic duo and band featuring original music alongside an eclectic mix of cover tunes. Their sound blends acoustic roots, folk, rock, and a little bit of everything in between. * Please note - Brice Station Tasting Room will close at 5 pm to open the bar for the concert

Join us for the Summer Concert Series at the Lube Room, featuring live music in a relaxed mountain setting. Enjoy great performances, scenic views, and a laid-back atmosphere with friends all season long.

Doc Nancy shares the science, constellations, and stories of the night sky. Meet at the Scenic Overlook. Parking is limited, so carpool, and bring chairs and blankets. Free with the $10/vehicle park entrance.

Join us for another wonderful season of shopping your favorite local vendors, eating delicious food, and listening to live music by the creek at beautiful Murphys Community Park. 9:00am – 1:00pm.

Join BVAC employee and former National Park Ranger Bayleigh Bisner to look for and learn about the area's avian neighbors. Runs 9:30 AM to noon.

Celebrate Labor Day Weekend in the Beautiful Pines of Arnold!Join us for the 54th Annual Labor Day Weekend Arts & Crafts Festival on September 5 & 6, 2026, at the historic Bristol’s Ranch House Café (961 Highway 4, Downtown Arnold)!Spend the weekend shopping from 65+ talented artists, crafters, antique vendors, and specialty vendors offering everything from handmade jewelry, pottery, quilts, woodwork, fine art, chainsaw carvings, leather goods, home décor, vintage treasures, and so much more! Live Music Saturday, Sept. 5 – Nathan Ignacio Sunday, Sept. 6 – Scott Patrick Enjoy delicious food, gourmet treats, fresh MacDoogle’s Kettlekorn, and locally brewed beer served by the Ebbett’s Pass Volunteer Fire Department. Festival Hours Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM FREE Admission FREE ParkingBring your family, invite your friends, and celebrate Labor Day weekend with shopping, great food, live music, and mountain charm at one of Arnold’s longest-running traditions!For vendor information or event details: macdoogleskettlecorn@gmail.com 209-355-3465We can’t wait to see you in the pines!

A moderate five-mile hike to the park's larger, quieter grove of giant sequoias. Bring water and a snack or lunch; there is no food or water at the trailhead. Meet at the South Grove trailhead parking lot. Free with the $10/vehicle park entrance.

Come to Calaveras County, CA this Labor Day Weekend for a Tasting Experience along the Hwy 4 Wine Trail and downtown Murphys. A ticket grants you a tasting of two wines at each of the 12 participating locations, giving you the perfect opportunity to explore Calaveras Wine Country. Like what you taste? Each location will have their full tasting menu available, with their tasting fee waived with a purchase. Tickets and more information available at https://www.calaveraswines.org/wineweekend

A triathlon held in the Bear Valley area on Sunday, September 6th, running from 10 AM to 1 PM.

Introducing Mimosa Sundays at Ironstone Vineyards, because Sundays were made for bubbles. Join us every Sunday for our Mimosa Sunday Series! We’ll have a new variety of mimosa to try every Sunday. See you in the tasting room! Open 11 AM – 5 PM

Labor Day Weekend Sunday Live Music Presents: Blue Oak Band FREE Live Music Sunday, September 6th 1:00-4:00pm The Blue Oak Band has played at many venues in Tuolumne and Calaveras County over the years, bringing classic rock along with country rock, R&B and Blues tunes for your listening and dancing pleasure. wine by the glass…

Craig Fletcher Band plays live at Lake Alpine Lodge, right across the road from the water up at 7,000 feet. Music starts at 1 p.m. The deck bar and restaurant are open, so settle in with a drink and a bite. No cover, and it's a gorgeous spot to catch a set.

Join us for the Summer Concert Series at the Lube Room, featuring live music in a relaxed mountain setting. Enjoy great performances, scenic views, and a laid-back atmosphere with friends all season long.

Join us for our next back lot flea market! The flea market will run from about 8 AM to 3 PM September 4-7. Come, check us out! Right off of Highway four and across the street from the Watering Hole. 220 Big Trees Rd. Murphy’s CA 95247.

Buyers and sellers can bring or browse used bikes in good working order at this one-day swap event, running 10 AM to 2 PM on Labor Day.

Come by Marisolio’s Tuesdsays with a friend for a free tasting!Our tastings consist of 12 Olive Oils and Balsamics of your choice with a side of bread! Enjoy your tasting on our lovley patio soaking up the sun before Winter weather sets in!

🍇 Wine-Down Wednesdays — because learning about wine should be as enjoyable as drinking it. Every Wednesday from 11 AM–5 PM, Anne Marie and Doug guide guests through a casual tasting experience filled with stories, tips, and delicious discoveries.

Frogtown Classic BMX Days – September 10–13, 2026 The 4-day event features vintage and modern BMX racing on the original 1977 downhill track, a bike show and swap meet, open practice, and a free first-time racers orientation clinic. Also includes California Cup finals, NorCal HOF legends dinner, vendors and more. You can sign up on the Frogtown Classic International BMX Days: frogtownclassicbmxdays.com/

A level, roughly one-mile morning walk around the North Grove, campground, and meadow, looking and listening for birds. No experience or gear required. Meet outside the Visitor Center. Free with the $10/vehicle park entrance.

Drop by and see us on Thursday, September 10th from 4 – 7 pm as we celebrate 10 years in Murphys! Taste new releases + chocolate & wine pairing, appetizers and live music.

The Watering Hole hosts a free weekly summer concert series on Thursday evenings from 5-7 pm, featuring local bands and rotating featured breweries on their outdoor lawn. Running from late May through October 2026.

Our Trivia is 3 rounds, all Multiple Choice. Crafted by our own Doug Conrad and presented by Phil Gomez. Come out for a night of learning and laughter!

Native Daughters of the Golden West host Bocce at the Murphys public courts on the second and fourth Thursday of each month. We meet at 5:30 for BBQ hotdog and then we roll at 5:45 come join us.

🍻 Thursdays just got a whole lot cooler… Slide through to My Bar every Thursday night for some friendly competition and good vibes! Whether you’re lining up the perfect shot or just kicking back with a drink, our pool tournament is where the action’s at. 👉 Play. Watch. Cheer. Repeat. 👉 Bring your crew or make new rivals 😎 Don’t miss it — Thursdays = game night! 🎱🔥

“Open Mic” Tonight 7 pm @ The Val du Vino Winery Music Barn. All are welcome, so bring friends and family. Address of The Winery is 634 French Gulch Road, Murphys and the Music Barn is just up the hill from Val du Vino Winery, I look forward to seeing y’all tonight! Darrel

Join us for a night of Line Dancing at the Miners Lounge in Downtown Angels Camp. Every 2nd & 4th Thursday, 7:00pm.

Telescope viewing with park astronomers. Start times shift with sunset and the moon. Meet at the Scenic Overlook, a few minutes down the Parkway road from the entrance station. Parking is limited, so carpool, and bring chairs and blankets. Free with the $10/vehicle park entrance.

Frogtown Classic BMX Days – September 10–13, 2026 The 4-day event features vintage and modern BMX racing on the original 1977 downhill track, a bike show and swap meet, open practice, and a free first-time racers orientation clinic. Also includes California Cup finals, NorCal HOF legends dinner, vendors and more. You can sign up on the Frogtown Classic International BMX Days: frogtownclassicbmxdays.com/

Join us for the 21st season of the Angels Camp Farmers Market! Come shop local, enjoy great music, and celebrate community with us in Utica Park. Sponsored by the Angels Camp Business Association, the market returns to our beloved Utica Park with the same vibrant atmosphere our community has come to love—featuring local farm-fresh produce, artisan craft vendors, local wines, and live entertainment. Friday nights are a time for friends and neighbors to gather, while visitors to our area experience the charm of Angels Camp and create memories to cherish. We are also happy to welcome back our wonderful Market Manager, Emily Louise who brings together local farmers, artisans, and musicians to create the lively Friday night vibe in Angels Camp. Utica Park – Angels Camp Fridays, June 12 through September 25 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Enjoy awesome wines and wonderful local musicians every Friday from 6pm-8pm on the comfortable and spacious Boyle MacDonald Wines Rooftop. No music on the First Friday of August and September so you can attend First Fridays Free Concerts in the Community Park! Wine tasting flights are served from 12pm-5pm. Wines are served by the glass and bottle beginning at 5pm. We do not take reservations. No loitering. 21 and older only, please. Thanks!

Every other Friday night, the mic is live and the energy is high at The Pour House in Copperopolis.

Hermitfest West Lodge Special runs September 11–13 at Bear Valley Mountain Resort. Call ahead to confirm details; the listing is sparse on specifics.

Frogtown Classic BMX Days – September 10–13, 2026 The 4-day event features vintage and modern BMX racing on the original 1977 downhill track, a bike show and swap meet, open practice, and a free first-time racers orientation clinic. Also includes California Cup finals, NorCal HOF legends dinner, vendors and more. You can sign up on the Frogtown Classic International BMX Days: frogtownclassicbmxdays.com/

Bear Valley Trail Stewardship hosts a trail maintenance morning on Saturday, September 12th, starting at 8:30 AM.

Bear Valley Trail Stewardship hosts a trail maintenance day on Saturday, September 12th, beginning at 8:30 AM.

The Lube Room's annual golf tournament, played across a horse pasture instead of a course. Registration opens at 10 AM, tee off is at 11, and awards are at 6 PM. It costs $25 per player or $85 for a foursome, and extra donations are welcome; proceeds go to Hazel Fischer Elementary School in Arnold. Wayne and Marilyn Renaud and Travis and Debbie Loughran are lending their property for the day. Event director Paul Cardinalli is taking questions at paulcardinalli@comcast.net.

Family-friendly outdoor music festival at Grizzly Ballfield running Saturday September 12 through Sunday September 13, with live music both days.

Join us for the Summer Concert Series at the Lube Room, featuring live music in a relaxed mountain setting. Enjoy great performances, scenic views, and a laid-back atmosphere with friends all season long.

Frogtown Classic BMX Days – September 10–13, 2026 The 4-day event features vintage and modern BMX racing on the original 1977 downhill track, a bike show and swap meet, open practice, and a free first-time racers orientation clinic. Also includes California Cup finals, NorCal HOF legends dinner, vendors and more. You can sign up on the Frogtown Classic International BMX Days: frogtownclassicbmxdays.com/

Join us for another wonderful season of shopping your favorite local vendors, eating delicious food, and listening to live music by the creek at beautiful Murphys Community Park. 9:00am – 1:00pm.

Hermitfest West is an annual celebration put on by the Ebbetts Pass National Scenic Byway Association. Held on the first weekend after Labor Day in Bear Valley, this family-friendly event has multiple live music performances as well as art and food vendors. It’s a great opportunity to enjoy a High Sierra music festival amongst the trees and stars.

Celebrate California Wine Month this September! Join the Angels Camp Museum on Sunday, September 13th at 1:00 PM in the Carriage House for a fascinating look at 50 years of Calaveras wine and winemaking, featuring the local vintners and visionaries who helped shape the region’s modern wine history. Scott Klann, Newsome Harlow Wines Dre Vader, Vina Moda Winery Brian Klassen, Klassen Wines Stephen Kautz, Ironstone Vineyards Check in at the Main Building of the museum for your wristband and then settle in for an engaging time of stories, history, and insight into Calaveras County’s remarkable wine journey. The lecture is included with Museum admission, and Museum members get in free!

Andy & Tarantula Hawk plays live at Lake Alpine Lodge, right across the road from the water up at 7,000 feet. Music starts at 1 p.m. The deck bar and restaurant are open, so settle in with a drink and a bite. No cover, and it's a gorgeous spot to catch a set.

Join us for CiderFest at the Murphys Pourhouse and Live Music with the Launch of The ElderBerries Band with Boho Americana & Sweet Harmonies from 2-5pm with Julie, Lill and Tonja!

Join us for Calaveras on the Green at Brice Station Vineyards on Sunday, September 13th for an afternoon of live music, great food, and vineyard views! Featuring: Riley Klassen Michelle Moughton & Michael Roark Star Dogs Bring a lawn chair, relax with friends, and enjoy a fun day that supports the Calaveras Crisis Center and Children’s Advocacy Center. Get your tickets now and save! Advance tickets are just $30 ($40 at the door). Don’t wait, grab yours today and help make a difference in our community! Questions: (209) 754-1300 or (925) 550-0280.

🍇 Wine-Down Wednesdays — because learning about wine should be as enjoyable as drinking it. Every Wednesday from 11 AM–5 PM, Anne Marie and Doug guide guests through a casual tasting experience filled with stories, tips, and delicious discoveries.

Murphys Irish Pub hosts Open Mic Night every Wednesday from 6 to 8pm — an event you definitely don’t want to miss!