Napa Lighted Art Festival
Experience the magic of light and art in Downtown Napa at this free, walkable festival showcasing innovative and immersive installations.
The Napa Lighted Art Festival is a free, walkable outdoor experience in Downtown Napa that celebrates creative arts, technology, and light. The festival features lighted art sculptures and projection artwork on downtown buildings, showcasing innovative techniques using light as an art medium.
A brief summary to Napa Lighted Art Festival in January
- School St &, 2nd St, Napa, CA, 94559, US
- Monday 5 pm-10 pm
- Tuesday 5 pm-10 pm
- Wednesday 5 pm-10 pm
- Thursday 5 pm-10 pm
- Friday 5 pm-10 pm
- Saturday 5 pm-10 pm
- Sunday 5 pm-10 pm
Local tips
- Wear comfortable shoes, as the festival is best experienced on foot while exploring the various art installations throughout downtown.
- Check the festival map in advance to plan your route and locate specific art installations you want to see.
- Visit on a weekday for smaller crowds, as weekends tend to be more popular.
- Bring a camera to capture the stunning light displays, but be mindful of other viewers when taking photos.
Getting There
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Walking
The Napa Lighted Art Festival takes place throughout downtown Napa, centered around Main Street and the Napa Riverfront. If you're already in the downtown area, the installations are easily accessible on foot. Start at the Napa County Courthouse and stroll along the riverfront promenade to experience the various displays. The festival is designed to be a walkable experience, so take your time and enjoy the sights.
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Public Transport
If arriving from outside of downtown Napa, the VINE Transit bus system offers several routes that stop near the festival area. Check the VINE Transit website for schedules and routes. From the Soscol Gateway Transit Center, it's a short walk to the Main Street and the Napa Riverfront. A single ride on VINE costs approximately $1.75.
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Parking
If driving, parking is available in downtown Napa, but it can be limited during the festival. Street parking is available, but be sure to check posted time limits. There are also several parking garages in the area, including the 1st Street Garage and the Clay Street Garage. Parking rates typically range from $1-2 per hour.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Levendi Winery & Tasting Room
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Antiques On Second
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JaM Cellars
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Copperfield's Books
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Art Gallery Napa Valley
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Acumen Wine Gallery
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Migliavacca Mansion
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Quent Cordair Fine Art
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First Presbyterian Church
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The Bennington Napa Valley
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Alpha Omega Collective Napa
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Napastak
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Mayacamas Downtown
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First Street Napa
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Mia Carta Napa Valley
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Unmissable attractions to see
Uptown Theatre
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Napa Valley Welcome Center
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Napa
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Roots Run Deep Winery
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Napa County Historical Society
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Napa County Landmarks, Inc.
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Preserving Napa County's architectural and cultural heritage through education, advocacy, and community engagement since 1974.
Beau Wine Tours & Charter Services
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Napa Valley Wine Trolley
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The Art Of Steven Gordon
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Napa Art Walk
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Napa Valley Balloons, Inc
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Veterans Memorial Park,
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Napa Valley Opera House
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Enjoy Napa Valley
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Explore the stunning Napa Valley waterways with canoeing, kayaking, and scenic boat tours that promise unforgettable experiences and breathtaking views.
Fuller Park
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Essential places to dine
Grace's Table
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Oenotri
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Norman Rose Tavern
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Tarla Mediterranean Bar + Grill
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The Dutch Door
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Charlie Palmer Steak Napa
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Compline Restaurant
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Kitchen Door Restaurant
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Small World Restaurant
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Scala Osteria & Bar
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Jax White Mule Diner
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The Grazing Goat
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Don Perico Mexican Restaurant
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Napkins Bar & Grill
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Carpe Diem Restaurant & Bar
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Jeffries General
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Muguette Renee A French Boutique
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Antique Shoppe
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Betty's Girl Napa
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Nostalgia of Napa
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C'est La Paire
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Mecox Napa
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Habituate Lifestyle & Interiors
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Makers Market
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Tay & Grace
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Honey Whiskey Boutique
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Free People
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Johnny Was
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
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Mercantile Social
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The Bitter Bar
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Napa Palisades Saloon
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Wilfred's Lounge
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The Fink
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Barnhouse Napa Pub
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