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!
Sunday, May 11
Mother's Day tintype portraits
9am-4pm
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.
Saturday, August 23
Jazz brunch
12-3pm
Live Jazz, Lola Style
Legendary keyboardist and composer Tommy Coster leads a world-class jazz trio in the heart of the National Bar. Sip a cocktail, savor a brunch plate from Lola, and settle into a groove that blends soul, style, and Nevada City charm.
$20 per person. Brunch sold separately, good vibes included.
Saturday, March 28
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 5
Easter brunch or buffet
9am - 2pm
Easter Sunday, Two Ways to Celebrate
This Easter, our historic halls are dressed for the occasion. Join us downstairs at Lola for regular brunch service, or head upstairs to the Empire Room and Grand Lounge for an all-you-can-eat buffet and Easter egg hunt for the kids. Something for everyone, all under one very storied roof.
Empire Room Buffet tickets $75 per person, first-come seating. Lola brunch reservations available, with a la carte menu.
Sunday, January 25
Winter Tea
2-5pm
A Winter Tea Time, Steeped in History
Settle in upstairs in the Empire Room for an unhurried winter afternoon of exotic teas and handmade delicacies, served with all the charm this old hotel does best. Think warm cups, sweet and savory bites, and the kind of easy conversation that makes January feel a little softer. Chandeliers overhead, history in the walls, and a table that invites you to linger just a touch longer.
Saturday, June 6
Wine Fair
independent wines & tastings
Dozens of Producers. One Historic Hotel. One Very Good Day.
We’re throwing open our historic halls to small-production, low-intervention, and independent winemakers from across California for a day of tasting unlike anything Nevada City has seen. Producer announcements and full details are on the way. In the meantime, mark your calendar and book your room early with discount code WINEFAIR for 15% off on June 5, 6 & 7.
Summer 2026
Wine Fair
date to be determined
Watch This Space!
Dozens of regional vintners descend on The Nash for a full day of tastings, talks, and good old-fashioned wine revelry. Sample bold reds and bright whites alongside gourmet bites from Lola’s Chef Alan and local artisans. The lineup’s shaping up beautifully — more details uncorking soon.
Don’t miss this kick-off event that’s sure to become an annual affair.
Price TBA
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
5-8pm At the National Bar
Sing and play along to Celtic favorites with local and traveling musicians!
Every Friday
Tommy Coster
7-9pm at the national bar
Join us Fridays in The National Bar for an eclectic musical mix from the Grammy Award winning musician.
2nd Wednesday of the Month
vinyl + wine
6pm - 9pm
Spin, Sip & Savor
Experience the perfect pairing of vintage vinyl and curated wines. DJ Fossil spins an all-vinyl mix of soul, jazz, funk, and timeless grooves, creating an ambiance that’s both nostalgic and invigorating. Complementing the music, indulge in specially selected wine pairings that resonate with each track’s unique character. Walk-ins are welcome, and wine lovers are especially encouraged.
Join us on the second Wednesday of each month for a harmonious blend of music and flavor.
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.
