Every event along the Highway 4 corridor through the end of the month, from Angels Camp to Bear Valley. Plan your weekends in the foothills.
Sunday, September 13 through Wednesday, September 30
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/
Sunday, September 13, 2026 at Grizzly Ballfield, Bear Valley. Free. Yoga on the grass with Alex Mannos 9:00–10:00 AM; guided bike rides with Bear Valley Adventure Company at 10:00 AM; live music from about 10:10 AM to 2:00 PM (Kiana, Lainy McGreen, West Muir, Dominick Restivo, Desiree & Cyrus, Ty & Connor). Official details: https://scenic4.org/events/hermitfest-west/
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 returns to Bear Valley's Grizzly Ballfield for a family-friendly weekend of live music on Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 12–13.
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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! Contact the Angels Camp Museum at 209-736-2963 for more information.
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.
Monthly meeting of SIR Inc. Branch 152, a social organization for men over 50, held as an outdoor BBQ picnic with a social hour, lunch, and a guest speaker (Todd Thomas, Artistic Director of Murphys Creek Theatre). Visitors and prospective members are welcome.
🍇 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.
1.5 hour class focusing on basic pottery skills to make fun projects from scratch and paint them! No experience required. All materials included. For new students and students under 6- a parent/guardian should plan to stay for the duration of the class unless you make prior arrangements with Katie or the instructor. These are family friendly classes. The general age range is 5+, however parents and siblings can participate as well, under their own registration. All projects can be scaled up or simplified 🙂 All classes are $47 (online) or $45 (zelle/cash/check) per class and take place from 3-4:30pm unless otherwise noted.
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.
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!
The September 19th monthly trail workday will be a joint effort with another volunteer trail organization called Volunteers for Outdoor California or VoCal. The VoCal organization conducts weekend long trail maintenance and construction projects for public agencies throughout California. This month VoCal will be bringing their army of volunteers to the Arnold Rim Trail to assist our local ARTA volunteers with trail maintenance in the Sunset loop area of the Arnold Rim Trail system. VoCal events are social in nature and include two nights of camping, food, and fun working with other like-minded members of the trail community who enjoy giving back to the trail systems that provide them with so many trail recreation adventures. The program starts with volunteers arriving on Friday evening then a full day of trail work on Saturday and a half-day of work on Sunday before everyone breaks camp and heads home. Meals on Saturday and Sunday morning are included. I have had the pleasure of working with VoCal in the past and can attest that they are a fun event, and they provide a great service to the public agencies they partner with. So for all of you local ARTA trail volunteers you have two options for the workday on Saturday September 19th: Come for the normal 2-to-3-hour work program that ARTA usually conducts or Participate in the full day VoCal effort and join them for the food and social activities on Saturday evening. If you choose option 1 we will meet at the Sunset Loop (Couger Rock on some maps) trailhead off of Valley View drive at 8:30 am to conduct our normal safety briefing and project overview. (Do not go to the Forest Service offices in Hatheway Pines). You work your 2 to 3 hours and then head home. If you choose option 2 and want to join VoCal for the longer day, food, and social activities, you will need to register through VoCal via their website (Click Here to View the VoCal flyer). You don’t have to camp with the VoCal crew to join in the fun unless you want to of course! QUICK LINKS FOR VoCal Participation: Website Registration Event Flyer (PDF) Fact Sheet (PDF) Ok so let’s go over some basics for the 9/19 trail workday: You must wear long pants, long sleeves, sturdy shoes , and work gloves. It will be warm, so please bring plenty of water, sunscreen, and a hat. Eye protection is always a good idea If you have not recently filled out the Forest Service Volunteer Service Agreement form you will need to fill one out on-site on Saturday. We are meeting at the Sunset Loop / Cougar Rock Trailhead: here is a link to the map. DO NOT go to the Forest Service offices in Hatheway Pines as no one will be there. As always, thank you for your time and energy and hope to see you on Saturday 9/19!
Annual classic car show at White Pines Lake and Park, now in its 21st year. Features classic cars, hot rods, customs, motorcycles, and 4x4s. Proceeds support White Pines Park maintenance. Food vendors and live music have been staples of past events.
We’re excited to announce the lineup for our 772 Concert Series! Tickets are on sale now through our website, prospect772.com/calendar • August 1 – Midnight Flyer (Eagles Tribute) – $27.72 online | $30 at the door • September 19 – Star Dogs (70’s Pop/Dance) – $12.77 online | $15 at the door • September 26 – Plan B (Classic Hits) – $12.77 online | $15 at the door • October 10 – Breakaway (Blues Infused Rock) – $12.77 online | $15 at the door • October 24 – Boomer (Classic Rock) – $17.72 online | $20 at the door All concerts begin at 5 PM After purchasing your tickets, there’s no need to print your confirmation or bring a ticket. Simply give us your name at the door, and we’ll have you on our guest list. Food will be available for purchase at each concert, with food truck announcements coming soon. Please note: Outside alcohol is strictly prohibited on the property.
Greg Sutton is a Northern California singer-songwriter whose music blends rock, blues, and Americana with soulful guitar work and heartfelt storytelling. With a catalog of original songs and recordings, Greg's music reflects a lifetime of inspiration, creativity, and a passion for crafting memorable melodies. His original song "Rain Across the Desert" was released as a single by European music publisher PA74 and is available on Spotify and other major streaming platforms. These days, Greg is enjoying making music with friends and fellow local musicians Ron Schaner, Steve Hayward, Bruce Cavestri, and Don Bott. Together, they bring decades of musical experience to the stage, playing an eclectic mix of classic favorites, blues, rock, folk-influenced Americana, and original songs. More than anything, they're a group of friends who simply love playing music together—and that joy comes through in every performance. https://www.gregorysuttonmusic.com/ Opening the show will be Emily Buss, who brings a little bit of everything to the stage, playing everything under the sun—from Top 40 favorites and acoustic country to classic rock hits. With a wide-ranging mix of familiar songs, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. * Please note: This concert begins at 6:00 PM, one hour earlier than our usual start time & the Brice Station Tasting Room will close at 4 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.
Free outdoor concert at Cameo Plaza featuring Flashback — closing out the 2026 Summer Concert Series. Bring lawn chairs and snacks. Dogs and kids welcome.
Get ready for an evening where genres, generations, and grooves collide! The Earth Tones Trio & Band brings soulful vocals, inspired musicianship, and a diverse mix of ’60s classics, blues, and jazz standards that strike all the right chords of love, peace, and harmony.
Rib feed dinner with live music from Blue Monday at the Ebbetts Pass Moose Lodge.
Please join us on the 3rd Sunday of the month for a fantastic all you can eat pancake breakfast. Breakfast includes pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, biscuits with sausage gravy, OJ, coffee, or hot chocolate. $12 Cash Only Adults, $5 Kids under 12. Breakfast open From 7:30 – 11:30 AM. For those 21 and over, we will be offering bloody mary’s ($9) and mimosas ($6). 389 Main Street, Murphys
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 us on September 20, 1:00pm – 6:00pm, for live music from three local Bands! Bring your chairs, blankets and enjoy a day of giving to help our fellow citizens. Food & beverages will be available from local restaurants in the Town Square.
🍇 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.
We’re back for our 3rd year offering our unique Floating Sound Bath Experience at the Gateway Hotel Pool in the Copperopolis Town Square.
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.
1.5 hour class focusing on basic pottery skills to make fun projects from scratch and paint them! No experience required. All materials included. For new students and students under 6- a parent/guardian should plan to stay for the duration of the class unless you make prior arrangements with Katie or the instructor. These are family friendly classes. The general age range is 5+, however parents and siblings can participate as well, under their own registration. All projects can be scaled up or simplified 🙂 All classes are $47 (online) or $45 (zelle/cash/check) per class and take place from 3-4:30pm unless otherwise noted.
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.
Join us for a night of Line Dancing at the Miners Lounge in Downtown Angels Camp. Every 2nd & 4th Thursday, 7:00pm.
“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 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
Kimberly Annand and myself have decided to start a little side project called Firelight – Acoustic Duo and we just got our first gig at the Lube Room Saloon in Dorrington on Friday Evening Sept 25, 2026. We hope to see you there.
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!
Rev your engines and head up the hills to Ironstone Vineyards in beautiful Murphys, California, for the 30th anniversary of Ironstone d’Elegance — featuring more than 300 antique and classic cars on Saturday, September 26, 2026. The event takes place from 9 a.m to 4 p.m. at Ironstone Vineyards located at 1894 Six Mile Road in Murphys. Each year, this event draws thousands of visitors who come to admire the beauty and craftsmanship of these vehicles, all while enjoying fine wine, gourmet food, and live entertainment. Best of all, it has raised more than $1 million since its inception to fund youth in agriculture organizations such as local FFA’s and 4-H clubs. Go online to irontstoneconcours.org for more information. Ironstone’s Concours d’Elegance
A day of hiking and hands-on maintenance work on the winter cross-country skiing and snowshoe trails before snow arrives.
Saturday, September 26 and Sunday, September 27 - 10am to 4pm. Set among the giant pines of the Sierra, Independence Hall in the Sierra town of Arnold (White Pines) is the location of this great event featuring amazing artists, makers and creators. Need additional information? Check the website, seasonsinthewood.com or contact event organizer Carolyn Janzen (520)275-6716. Join the fun and shop over 45 vendors offering the following: 3-D Printed Dragons and Toys Button Art Candles Ceramics Crochet Animals Digital Photography Dry Nail Polish and Makeup Freeze Dried Candy/Fruit Girl Hair Accessories Glass Blowing Gnomes and Holiday Crafts Gourd Art Handcrafted Soaps Handmade Candies and Cookies Hand Knit Chunky Blankets Handmade Crafts Hand Sewn Items Honey Jams & Infused Vinegars Laser Engraved Gifts Lavender Products Local Arnold Artist Parklane Jewelry Paintings on Wood Paper Art Photography Art Refurbished Lamps and Furniture Sourdough Bread & Treats Spice Rubs and Hot Sauce St
The 2026 Murphys Oktoberfest will take place on Saturday, September 26, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Murphys Community Park. Hosted by the Murphys Community Club, this annual event features local craft beer, bratwurst, live music, and family-friendly activities. It’s traditionally held on the last Saturday of September.
Watch the sunset from the top of Cougar Rock on this intermediate hike led by members of the Arnold Rim Trail Association. If you haven’t done one of these hikes, you owe it to yourself to join the fun. They are scheduled on weekends near or on the day of the full moon each month, and they are special! IMPORTANT NOTES: 1) This is an intermediate level 4.86 mile hike with 860 feet of elevation gain, the equivalent of an eighty-story building. We take plenty of time with frequent stops. That said, it is not a hike for beginners. Please assess your level of conditioning. If you would struggle with an eighty-story building, even with stops, please take a few weeks of regular training to make yourself ready. It’ll be worth the investment! 2) If this is your first time driving to the parking area, please do not approach on Valley View Drive from Avery Sheep Ranch Road. Instead approach by starting in Arnold and turning off Highway 4 onto Lakemont Drive, followed by a quick left turn onto Valley View Drive. More travel instructions are below. 3) Bring a headlamp or flashlight, bug repellent, a snack, water, and layers. No sign-up needed, hike proceeds even if cloudy, but rain cancels. (And if the weather has been wet, please see caution below about road condition on the half-mile dirt portion of Valley View Drive.) Again, please bring layers, snack, water, bug repellant and flashlight as return hike is in the dark. Please arrive at the parking lot at least fifteen minutes before departure time for introductions and a brief orientation by the hike leader, as departure times are prompt: September 26th, 2026 Arrive at Trailhead: 4:15PM Departure from Trailhead: 4:30PM Sunset is at 6:51PM (Return to vehicles about two and a half hours after departing.) The trailhead is at the intersection of Valley View Drive and Forest Rte 5N95Y. Here’s a link to Google Maps of this intersection. Drive 1.50 miles on Valley View Drive from the intersection of Lakemont Drive and Valley View Drive in Arnold. The first mile of Valley View Drive is paved, and the last 0.45 miles is dirt. There is no sign at the intersection of Valley View Drive with Forest Rte 5N95Y, but you will see a parking area on the right with a picnic table at that location. Here’s a link to Google Maps that shows the drive from the intersection of Lakemont Drive and Valley View Drive in Arnold to the intersection of Valley View Drive and Forest Rte 5N95Y. Caution about wet weather driving: Please note that in wet weather, the half-mile dirt portion of Valley View Drive can be very slippery. Two-wheel drive vehicles have difficulty driving back up the hill after the hike. All-wheel drive vehicles highly recommended in wet-weather. The GPS coordinates of the trailhead: 38.21938, -120.37873 Questions? Email info@arnoldrimtrail.org. Pictures of the sunset hikes are often posted to the ARTA Facebook page.
We’re excited to announce the lineup for our 772 Concert Series! Tickets are on sale now through our website, prospect772.com/calendar • August 1 – Midnight Flyer (Eagles Tribute) – $27.72 online | $30 at the door • September 19 – Star Dogs (70’s Pop/Dance) – $12.77 online | $15 at the door • September 26 – Plan B (Classic Hits) – $12.77 online | $15 at the door • October 10 – Breakaway (Blues Infused Rock) – $12.77 online | $15 at the door • October 24 – Boomer (Classic Rock) – $17.72 online | $20 at the door All concerts begin at 5 PM After purchasing your tickets, there’s no need to print your confirmation or bring a ticket. Simply give us your name at the door, and we’ll have you on our guest list. Food will be available for purchase at each concert, with food truck announcements coming soon. Please note: Outside alcohol is strictly prohibited on the property.
Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy a wonderful evening in the Town Square. Local vendors, several bar & Restaurant options. Please support local, NO outside beverages or Food. Free Admission.
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 us this fall for our 13th Annual Craft Fair, proudly supporting local artisans and makers. Browse unique handmade goods from over 45 vendors and enjoy a variety of local food trucks throughout the event.
🍇 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.
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