December 2025

What’s Happening A list of notable upcoming North Bay events

New Year's Eve Party in Napa

Merry Meritage on Ice Performance

New Year's Day brunch

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TasteCoach Wine Tasting

Dec. 20: Merry Meritage on Ice Performance Experience the festive magic of Merry Meritage on Ice as The Redwood Ice Theatre Company returns to The Village Ice Skating Rink at The Meritage Resort and Spa, 875 Bordeaux Way in Napa. Enjoy dazzling performances featuring skilled skaters performing holiday- themed routines the whole family can enjoy. These shows are free to attend. Two performances are offered that evening: Show 1 from 5 to 5:30 p.m. and Show 2 from 7 to 7:30 p.m. For more information visit meritageresort.com.

Dec. 31: New Year’s Eve Party

Jan. 5: TasteCoach Wine Tasting, Napa Workshop for Blind Tasting Skills Refine your palate and build confidence at the Napa Valley Wine Academy’s TasteCoach Wine Tasting Workshop, on Jan. 5 from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Napa Valley Wine Academy, 2510 Oak St. in Napa. This focused, hands- on session is designed to elevate your blind tasting skills through structured perfect way to advance your wine knowledge in a supportive, expert- led environment. Tickets are $45 per person and can be purchased on napavalleywineacadamy.com. practice, expert guidance and professional methodology. A

Jan. 1: New Year’s Day Brunch The Meritage Resort and

Celebrate New Year’s Eve in style at the Winter Wonderland Party in the Carneros Courtyard, 4048 Sonoma Highway in Napa, on Dec. 31 from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Enjoy a sparkling evening of gourmet grazing tables, late-night bites, handcrafted cocktails, an open bar and live music and a DJ. General Admission is $295 per person, with an optional VIP Igloo Experience ($1,000 for up to six guests) that includes private seating and dedicated service. Open to the public; ages 21- plus only. To purchase tickets, head to carnerosresort.com.

Spa, 875 Bordeaux Way in Napa, is hosting a brunch on Jan. 1 to ring in the New Year. Start 2026 with a lavish buffet of brunch classics, made-to-order croissant waffles, a smoked seafood display, fresh pastries and more. Elevate the celebration with an optional unlimited mimosa and Bloody Mary bar. Tickets are $125 and reservations are available from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, visit meritageresort.com.

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