Happenings
Make the most of your foothills escape
Event Calendar
Wednesday, November 29th
iona swift
from 9pm
All Original and Acoustic Folk-adelic Soul!
Original songwriting all can enjoy. See you here!
Friday, February 14
Valentine's tintype portraits
2-9pm
One Shot, One Masterpiece
Experience the alchemy of light and shadow as you create a portrait to outlive memory. Tintype portraits aren’t just photos—they’re time capsules. Crafted with the 19th-century wet plate collodion process, each image is a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. Long exposure captures more than a face; it reveals a soul. Step into the frame and become part of history with artist Kim Smith.
Friday, February 14
Valentine's Day Dinner at lola
From 5pm
Savor Love, One Course at a Time!
Chef Alan Gosker presents a swoon-worthy Valentine’s prix fixe dinner crafted for romance and unforgettable flavors. Savor expertly prepared courses for $100 per person—an enchanting night of indulgence awaits!
Saturday, March 22
jazz brunch
12pm - 3pm
Brunch with a Backbeat
Ease into the weekend with smooth sips, soulful bites, and the unmistakable rhythm of live jazz. Join us at The National Bar for a Saturday brunch soundtracked by the Tommy Coster Band—no reserved seating, just good vibes.
$20 per guest entry fee. Brunch sold separately.
Sunday, March 30
wedding open house
4pm - 7pm
One Day, Two Gorgeous Hotels!
Join us at The National Exchange and Holbrooke Hotels for an evening of tours, bites, & sips! Create your perfect day with us in the stunning Sierra Foothills. Enjoy 25% on rooms this weekend with code: OH25
Saturday, April 5
drag brunch is back!
Seatings at 11am & 1pm
It’s Giving… at The Nash!
TWO fabulously fun drag shows with top-notch performers from all over the state of California! Brunch food and beverages available for purchase from Lola Dining.
Tickets $30 per person. Tickets sold in a bundle by a 2-top table or a 4-top table.
Sunday, April 13
Spring tea
2pm
A Tea Party Worth Losing Your Head Over!
Down the rabbit hole of refined flavors: Delight the senses with handmade delicacies and an array of hot teas as you luxuriate in our beautiful Empire Room. We’re all mad about tea here.
$70 per guest
Thursday, May 1
celtic in the courtyard
5pm - 9pm
KVMR Celtic Festival Opener: Beltane at The Nash!
Enjoy an evening of Irish music and Chef Alan Gosker’s all-you-can-eat authentic Irish buffet, inspired by his Galway heritage. Explore The Nash’s historic halls while discovering intimate musical sessions with renowned Celtic performers from across California. Honor the ancient May Day tradition of Beltane that welcomes summer’s return with music, food, and community in Nevada City’s crown jewel.
$25 per guest, all-you-can-eat.
Recurring Events
Every Monday
Music Mondays
6-8PM At the National Bar
Where Local Music Happens! Join us in the Nash Bar for a rotating roster of local musicians every Monday.
Every Thursday
Celtic Sessions
5-8 pm At the National Bar
Sing and play along to Celtic favorites with local and traveling musicians!
Every Friday
Tommy Coster
7-9 pm At the National Bar
Join us every Friday for an eclectic musical mix from the Grammy Award winning musician.
Every 3rd Wednesday
Drag Queen BIngo!
At the National Bar
Come join Nevada City’s premiere bingo night at the Historic National Exchange Hotel.
Hosted by the most famous drag queens, south-east of the Yuba River. 3 rounds, 3 illustrious prizes. Reserve your ticket today for your chance to win big!
Space is limited and may sell out quickly. Limited tickets at the door are available and subject to change without notice. Participants are encouraged to reserve dinner before 8pm in Lola for full dinner menu.
9-11pm
OCTOBER EVENTS:
Wild West Wednesdays get Wicked!
During the month of October, the mid-week happenings in the National Bar get a little wicked!
“Leather and Lace”
October 5
A Stevie Nicks dance party!
Drag Queen Bingo
October 19
Drag Queens Tye and Cloaca embrace their dark side at Drag Queen Bingo
A Phantom of the Opera Dining Experience
October 26
The evening begins with a 4-course dinner with a screening of the 1920’s Phantom of the
Opera with live musical accompaniment upstairs in the beautiful Empire Room. Dinner
followed by a Phantom themed dance party in The National Bar.
