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Your Guide to Events in Nevada County
Nevada County is a bustling hub of events, including markets, concerts, art exhibits, outdoor sports, and more.
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Choose your own adventure.
From swimming holes along the South Fork of the Yuba River to high alpine adventures on Donner Summit, Nevada County is a great place to choose your own adventure.
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Coffee lovers, there’s a latte to discover in Nevada County’s artisanal coffee shops!⠀
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In downtown Grass Valley, you`ll find Caroline`s Coffee Roasters, an old-school roastery that processes over 12,000 pounds of beans in-house each month.⠀
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In Nevada City, Outer Heaven Espresso highlights the full flavor and beauty of each bean in their expertly crafted drinks.⠀
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Up in Truckee, Whole Treats Bakery & Coffee House serves locally roasted Pacific Crest Coffee, paired with healthier, guilt-free options to satisfy your sweet tooth.⠀
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This is just a taste of what’s out there. To learn more about these and other coffee spots, click on our profile link and head to the Trip Ideas section.⠀
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Nothing sparks the winter magic quite like the thrill of gliding across ice, especially when you get to show off your best twirls and spins (or maybe just your best attempt at not falling!). The Truckee Ice Rink is the perfect spot.
Click on our profile link and head over to the Trip Ideas section for more winter adventure ideas in Nevada County.
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Englebright Lake is a perfect summer getaway to cool off, but in winter, it offers a more serene experience. Visitors can enjoy watching Bald and Golden Eagles soar and try some of the best winter trout fishing in the region.
Have you been to Englebright Lake in the winter? If so, tag #GoNevadaCounty and we`ll share your photos. For more fun winter family getaways click on our profile link and venture over to the trip ideas section.
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Nevada County takes its chocolate seriously. Home to several award-winning chocolatiers, the region offers a range of flavors to satisfy every sweet tooth. Try the famous "Nevada City Gold" at the Nevada City Chocolate Shoppe, sample unique chocolate bars at Choquiero Cacao Cafe inspired by ancient cacao recipes, or visit Grass Valley’s Lazy Dog Chocolateria for innovative treats like lavender white chocolate and raspberry ganache truffles. ⠀
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Here, chocolate is more than a treat—it’s a destination that even Willy Wonka would admire.⠀
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To explore the chocolatiers, visit the Trip Ideas section via our profile link.⠀
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While the South Yuba River is frequented in the summer for its cooling properties in the winter there’s a stillness that comes with it in the winter months. It provides a bit of solace and a different feel than in the summer. Have you visited it in the winter months?
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Introduce your kids to snowy fun in a safe, welcoming environment at the Planet Kids area at Soda Springs Resort.
Designed for children under 7, Planet Kids offers unique attractions like a tubing carousel and snow volcanoes to climb. Right next door, older kids can enjoy Tube Town, where they can race down 10 tubing lanes, all accessible by their own Magic Carpet lift.
For more info on this and other exciting spots for sledding, tubing, and snow play, click the link in our profile and explore our Trip Ideas section.
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Did you know that between 1850 and its closure in 1956, the Empire Mine produced 5.8 million ounces of gold, extracted from 367 miles of underground passages?
Now a state park in Grass Valley, visitors can get a glimpse of Gold Rush-era high society by touring the Bourn Cottage, or experience daily mining life by exploring the mine yard and its relics—and even peer into some of the underground tunnels.
For more about this park and the three others that dot Nevada County`s landscape, click on our profile link and head over to our history section.
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Pic 2 & 3: The grounds of the Bourn Cottage
Pic 4: The underground tunnels inside the Empire Mine
From the Go Nevada County staff we wish you the best year in 2024!
It`s easy to focus on reaching your destination, but while interstates offer a quick route from Point A to Point B, they often miss out on the journey itself. If you’re feeling some winter wanderlust, take a detour through Nevada City and then follow Highway 20 up to Truckee for a more scenic, memorable experience.⠀
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In Truckee for the holidays? Starting Dec 12th and running through April 6th 6:30am to midnight daily Truckee has a FREE (yes, FREE!) on-demand winter shuttle. And if you`re here for the holidays they have extended holiday hours from Dec 26-31st: 6:30AM till 1:30AM.
The four-wheel drive vehicle provides door to door rides within Truckee service areas making it an easy AND sustainable way to from your lodging to downtown Truckee.
All you need to do is:
1. Download the TART connect app for iOS or Android
2. Order a ride through the app
3. Get picked up in a few minutes
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🎉 Happy Holidays to all from Nevada County and to all a good night 🎶
Image appears courtesy: @grassValleyDowntownAssoc - Photo by: @goldCountryPhotos
Pssst… don’t tell anyone, but Santa’s been busy in Nevada County, picking up last-minute gifts for the kids! If you`re searching for unique presents your family and friends will cherish, our local boutiques and shops have just what you need.
https://gonevadacounty.com/shopping/
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Don’t miss out! This Sunday is your last chance to experience Nevada City`s annual Victorian Christmas, happening from 1:30 PM to 6:00 PM.
Sip on a hot buttered rum or cocoa while enjoying carolers in the crisp winter air. Explore over 100 artisan vendors, along with Nevada City`s charming boutique shops and restaurants, all staying open late for the event.
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Catch the shuttle for just $7 round trip from the Eric Rood Government Center (950 Maidu Ave.).
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Friday is your last chance to experience Grass Valley’s Cornish Heritage during the annual Cornish Christmas, happening from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM.⠀
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Enjoy the sweet aroma of roasted chestnuts, sip on a hot spiced drink, and soak in the festive atmosphere as Victorian carolers serenade you. It’s the perfect setting to find those last-minute gifts and immerse yourself in the magic of a traditional Cornish Christmas.⠀
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What are you grateful for this holiday season? For us, it`s our vibrant community, filled with talented artists expressing themselves in every imaginable way.
A great example of this is the beautiful weaving frame created by Nevada City artists @elizabeth.winters.art and @akalinoski for Bear Yuba Land Trust`s annual Conservation Awards. This stunning piece is now on display at Wildflower Ridge Preserve, located just east of where Ridge Road meets Rough and Ready Highway in Grass Valley.
Visitors can contribute by writing a few words of gratitude on a strip of paper and weaving it into the frame, adding their voice to the artwork through the end of the year.
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`Twas the night before Christmas, when all through Nevada City
Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse;
The stockings were hung by the chimney with care,
In hopes that St. Nicholas soon would be there;
The children were nestled all snug in their beds;
While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads;
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If you`re struggling to find the perfect gift for a friend, partner, or parent this holiday season, consider a Sustainable Truckee Gift Card! It`s a fun way to spread the love, offering access to unique experiences in and around Truckee, like guided backcountry skiing or fly fishing on the Truckee River.
✔️ Redeemable at 60+ local spots
✔️ Easy to buy & schedule online
✔️ Custom message for a personal touch
✔️ Great for family, friends, colleagues, teachers, & coaches
👏 BONUS: Visit Truckee-Tahoe matches 25% of every card for sustainable stewardship projects!
Visit https://visitTruckeeTahoe.com to purchase your card and explore 20+ other experiences it can offer that special someone.
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In the late 19th century, as the Cornish mines began to decline, many miners looked for new opportunities, with a significant number heading to California’s Gold Rush towns. By 1890, 85% of Grass Valley’s population was of Cornish descent!⠀
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The Cornish Christmas celebration honors these miners and their descendants by showcasing Cornish heritage and holiday traditions. The festivities will kick off this Friday at 6 p.m. For more details, visit the Grass Valley Downtown Association`s website.⠀
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This Wednesday from 5-9 p.m., experience the next Victorian Christmas! Stroll through the air filled with the scent of roasting chestnuts, listen to costumed carolers, and browse vendors offering artisan wares. Want to fully embrace the Victorian vibe? Dressing the part is easier than you think!
Check out some of the visitors who joined in the festivities, dressed "after nunified" as they would say in Victorian England!
Victorian Christmas is one of the year`s most popular events, so to avoid parking hassles, take the shuttle from the County of Nevada Rood Center at 950 Maidu Avenue for just a $7 fee. For more details, visit nevadacitychamber.com.
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It has seen more than 150+ winters, summers, springs, and falls. One part a historic landmark and one part engineering marvel that has stood the test of time the Bridgeport Covered Bridge is unique in so many ways. Have you seen it? If so, what do you remember most about it?
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Stay while you play
Enjoy mountain modern hotels, vintage-inspired bed and breakfasts, scenic campsites, and everything in between.
There’s so much to do in Nevada County, you should consider spending a few nights to soak it all in. Whether your preferred accommodations are quaint bed and breakfasts, historic lodges, or chic mountain modern escapes, Nevada County has something for everyone. While traditional hotels and lodges are plentiful in Nevada County, you will also find many VRBO, AirBnb, and vacation rental homes for short or longer term stays.
