Spring may start in March, but April is when nature goes into full bloom. Soak up the sunshine, take in the wildflowers, or just enjoy the great weather on the Sierra Vintners Wine Trail. Nevada County is literally bursting with things to do in April. Here’s a few events that will help make it the best spring ever.
Springtime at Ananda
March 28th, 2026 through May 3rd, 2026
Learn more about Ananda Tulip Festival
Spring in Nevada County brings one of the most anticipated sights of the season: the wildflower displays. The highlight? The Crystal Hermitage’s Springtime at Ananda. Each year, dedicated volunteers plant over 20,000 tulips, forget-me-nots, and other vibrant flowers in tiered planters overlooking the stunning Yuba River Canyon. Add in blooming cherry trees, dogwoods, and peonies, and you’ve got a spectacle that’s truly a feast for the eyes. The festival is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., with the tulips typically peaking in mid-April. It’s a must-see!
Note: To ensure everyone has a peaceful experience, reservations and a ticket are required to enter the Crystal Hermitage Gardens.
Truckee Literary Crawl
April 10th & 11th, 2026
Learn more about Truckee Lit Crawl
The Truckee Literary Crawl is a FREE community event that celebrates a diverse mix of authors and the art of storytelling across multiple genres. Authors, writers, and poets will read from a captivating selection of fiction, poetry, memoir, non-fiction, storytelling, and children’s literature, followed by book signings at various downtown Truckee locations.
As the evening progresses, the event will move to an Open Mic Night at Alibi Ale Works Truckee Public House, where all forms of literature – including poetry, prose, and songwriting – will be featured, with works centered around a Dark Sky theme.
Psychic Fair
April 11th & 12th, 2026
Nevada City’s 36th Annual Psychic Fair returns to the Miners Foundry Cultural Center from 11 am – 6 pm on Saturday, April 11, and 11 am – 5 pm on Sunday, April 12. The Psychic Fair is considered Northern California’s largest gathering of metaphysical teachers, seers, crafters and readers. In addition, this event is the perfect opportunity for those looking for alternative medicines. Featuring an array of vendors such as acupuncturists and herbalists that may help with what’s ailing you.
Sierra Poetry Festival
April 18th, 2026
Learn more about Sierra Poetry Festival
Nevada County is home to numerous award-winning, nationally recognized writers and poets. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Sierra Poetry Festival, the grand finale of a month-long Fringe Poetry Festival held across the region. This event offers visitors and residents a unique chance to experience poetry from both local and international poets, all at the Center for the Arts in Grass Valley. It’s no wonder we highlighted it as one of the top 10 ways to experience the arts in Nevada County.
Earth Fest Street Fair
April 19th, 2026
Learn more about Earth Fest Street Fair
Combine a weekend of outdoor fun in Nevada City as well as celebrate the planet at Nevada City’s 5th annual Earth Fest Street Fair. This free event aims to inform and inspire all who attend to learn about environmental issues and solutions in a family-friendly atmosphere. The event which runs from 11 am-3:30 pm in downtown Nevada City will feature live music, special performances, interactive booths, kid’s activities, earth-friendly vendors, and healthy foods.
Rashomon
April 23rd – May 16th, 2026
Step into 12th-century Japan with CAT’s annual production at the historic Nevada Theatre! This year, stories by Ryunosuke Akutagawa come alive with sword fights, taiko drumming, and a deep dive into the “Rashomon effect,” showing how the same event can be seen in totally different ways. Don’t miss this local favorite drawing audiences from across Gold Country and Sacramento!
Tahoe-Truckee Earth Day Festival
April 26th, 2026
Learn more about Tahoe-Truckee Earth Day Festival
Show your love for this planet we call home. Join the community of Truckee-Tahoe for the largest Earth Day celebration in the region at the Village at the Palisades Tahoe. At this free event, you’ll have fun and learn about recycling, composting, alternative energy, and sustainability through hands-on activities. From 11 am – 5 pm, connect with resources found in our region who foster innovation, initiate change and ultimately implement an equitable partnership for a green planet. You’ll come home inspired AND ready to take action. Explore this event and others happening this spring in Truckee.
