Year-Round Events
Click on any of the links below to find out about the many events happening within and around Nevada City!
Nevada City Chamber of Commerce
Grass Valley Chamber of Commerce
Events in February 2012
Off Broadstreet Theater is bringing back by popular demand the musical comedy, Angry Housewives. Set in Seattle in the early ’80s, this cult classic tells the story of four conservative, middle-aged women who start a punk rock band. This performance is directed towards an adult audience and may not be appropriate for the whole family. Catch a showing on Fridays and Saturdays at 8:15, January 13-February 18 (plus Sunday January 29th at 2:00 pm. Tickets are $22 on opening weekend, $24 for the Sunday matinee, and $27 for all of the other showings. We highly recommend making reservations well in advance.
Sierra Stages presents Death of a Salesman at the Nevada Theatre starting January 25. This famous 20th Century drama is playing in town until February 12. There is one Wednesday showing, on January 25 at 7:00 pm, then it plays every Thursday at 7:00 pm, Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 pm, and Sundays (February 5 and 12 only) at 2:00 pm. Tickets are only $18 if purchased before January 27, $20 on or after January 27, and $30 for reserved seating. Tickets are available online (HERE for general admission, HERE for reserved seating), Nevada City Box Office at Miners Foundry, The Book Seller, and Briar Patch Co-Op, or by calling 530-346-3210.
Check out the Art of Love exhibit at ASiF Studios. ASiF, or Artists’ Studio in the Foothills, is a fine art gallery that features many local artists and provides classes to adults and children. This show runs from February 3-March 3. Gallery hours are 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday; 11:00 am to 4:00 pm on Saturdays. Check out photos from the Art of Love exhibit on Facebook!
Welcome the Year of the Dragon at the Community Chinese New Year Festival held at the Old Stonehouse Brewery on February 12 at 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm. This fun event is free for the whole family! Food, beverages and tea are available for purchase. Enjoy taiko drumming, martial arts, crafts and storytelling. Learn tai chi, calligraphy, and majong.
February 17 will be the 1st Annual Winter Ball featuring an amazing reggae show with One Blood at the Miners Foundry starting at 7:30 pm. Food and drinks will be available for purchase.
If you’re looking for a good laugh, join comedic jugglers, the Raspyni Brothers, and comedic magician, Robert Strong, for an evening of fun at the Nevada Theater on February 17 at 8:00 pm.
You won’t want to miss the annual Mardi Gras celebration! Start the weekend off at the the Old Stonehouse Brewery on February 17 for the Mardi Gras Soiree from 8:00 pm to 2:00 am. Dance to music of the ‘60s-‘80s and some Deep South Zydeco while enjoying a specialty drink like a Dirty Blues Martini, Mint Julep or Pirates Grog. Come dressed up, beads and masks will be provided. Must be 21 years and older. $10 admission. Next up, is the Mardi Gras Ball at the Miners Foundry on February 18 starting at 7:30 pm with live music and Cajun food for purchase. Tickets are $12 in advance or $15 at the door. And you won’t want to miss the Mardi Gras Street Faire, Parade, and Carnivale on February 19. The street fair will be held on North Pine Street from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm where there will be food, drinks, crafts and clothing for sale. The Mardi Gras Parade starts at 2:00 pm downtown followed by the Carnivale, a new event for the whole family. Enjoy dancing, music, New Orleans-style food and drinks and adult beverages at the Miners Foundry from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm.
Get ready for March….
Ewing Venture Productions presents, Harold & Maude from March 1 through March 25.
The 2nd Annual Burnal Equinox on March 3 from 12:00 pm to 1:00 am at the Miners Foundry features Burning Man related vendors, food, costumes, mini camps, and more. Albino will be performing.
For a new way to see Nevada City, go on a food tour! We highly recommend Local Roots Food Tours for a fun and interesting way to discover Nevada City for first-time tourists or return visitors. Read our blog on our food tour experience by clicking on the blog tab above or clicking HERE.
