Happening in Downtown Grass Valley
2026 Annual Events
Heart of the Town Valentine’s Shopping Extravaganza– February 2nd through February 14th.
• The Heart of the Town, a two-week shopping celebration where the more you shop, the more chances you have to win a fabulous gift basket packed with divine goodies from downtown Grass Valley merchants. Shop Fun, Shop Local, Shop Love is in the Air!
Annual St. Piran’s Day Festival – Saturday, March 7th, 9:30 – 11:30 am
Foothills Celebration, Saturday, March 14th, 1:00 – 4:00 pm
- This annual downtown tasting event is a stroll through Grass Valley, where you can experience unique wine and food pairings at multiple locations.
Downtown Grass Valley Car Show, Saturday, April 25th, 10 am – 2:00 pm
Grass Valley Thursday Night Markets – Thursdays 6:00 – 9:00 pm
- Thursdays, June 11th, June 18th, 25th, July 2nd and 9th
- This annual downtown street fair, known as the Thursday Night Market, features local craft artisans, food vendors, farmers, and entertainment.
4th of July Celebration – Friday, July 4th
- Family Pancake Breakfast 8:00 – 10:00 am;
- Star Spangled Bash─ Dancin’ in the Streets on the Mill Street Plaza 5:00 – 9:00 pm
Magical Evening on Mill, Sunday, September 13th, 5:30 – 10:00 pm
• A new Farm to Table catered evening with live entertainment celebrating the creative community.
Annual Sidewalk Sale – Saturday, September 12th, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Grass Valley Brew Fest – Saturday, October 3rd, 1:00 – 5:00 pm
- Mill Street Plaza showcases local brewers, food vendors, and great music!
Safe Trick or Treat for preschoolers ─ Friday, October 30th, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
- Hosted by the Grass Valley Downtown Association
Downtown Holiday Market ─ Saturday, November 14th, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Shop early, shop local!
Tree Lighting Ceremony─ Saturday, November 21st, 6:00 pm on the Mill St. Plaza
- Community Tree Lighting Celebration accompanied by holiday festivities
Annual Cornish Christmas ─ Fridays, November 27th, December 4th, 11th, & 18th, 6:00 – 9:00 pm
- This beloved 58th annual downtown street fair, Cornish Christmas, is a step-back-in-time event featuring handmade and unique crafts, food vendors, and seasonal entertainment.