Things To Do
Celebrations & Events
Every Saturday - Farmers Market
530-823-6183
Old Town Auburn, CA
Website: www.foothillfarmersmarket.com
From 8am to 12pm
California certified farm-fresh fruit, vegetables, flowers, nuts, honey, eggs, and nursery stock.
Auburn-Folsom Road at Lincoln Way in the Parking lot.
530-823-6183
Old Town Auburn, CA
Website: www.foothillfarmersmarket.com
From 8am to 12pm
California certified farm-fresh fruit, vegetables, flowers, nuts, honey, eggs, and nursery stock.
Auburn-Folsom Road at Lincoln Way in the Parking lot.
Every Saturday - Historic Guided Walking Tour of Old Town Auburn
530-889-6500
Auburn, CA 95603
10am - Meets at Courthouse Museum.
Presented by Placer County Museum Docent Guild.
One hour tour.
530-889-6500
Auburn, CA 95603
10am - Meets at Courthouse Museum.
Presented by Placer County Museum Docent Guild.
One hour tour.
08-21-2010 Relay for Life (thru 08-22)
Gold Country Fairgrounds
Auburn, CA 95603
Website: main.acsevents.org/site/tr/relayforlife/rflfy10ca?sid=1003&type=fr_informational&pg=informational&fr_id=20316
Sat 10am to Sun 10am
The American Cancer Society Relay For Life is a life-changing event that gives everyone in communities across the globe a chance to celebrate the lives of people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and fight back against the disease. At Relay, teams of people camp out at a local high school, park, or fairground and take turns walking or running around a track or path.
Old Town Auburn's team will be led by Reese Browning of Old Town Dessert Cafe.
Gold Country Fairgrounds
Auburn, CA 95603
Website: main.acsevents.org/site/tr/relayforlife/rflfy10ca?sid=1003&type=fr_informational&pg=informational&fr_id=20316
Sat 10am to Sun 10am
The American Cancer Society Relay For Life is a life-changing event that gives everyone in communities across the globe a chance to celebrate the lives of people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and fight back against the disease. At Relay, teams of people camp out at a local high school, park, or fairground and take turns walking or running around a track or path.
Old Town Auburn's team will be led by Reese Browning of Old Town Dessert Cafe.
09-09-2010 Gold Country Fair (thru 09-12-2010)
(530) 823-4533
1273 High Street
Auburn, CA 95604
Website: www.goldcountryfair.com
Traditionally one of the largest and most anticipated events in Placer County, the Annual Gold Country Fair since 1889 has been offering carnival rides, thrills, farm animals with their 4-H families, junior livestock auctions, arts and crafts, exhibits, food, fun and stages of entertainment.
Hours:
Thursday, Sept 9th 4pm-11pm
Friday, Sept 10th 4pm-Midnight
Saturday, Sept 11th 11am-Midnight
Sunday, Sept 12th 11am-10pm
Adult Admission (13 and over)$8.00
Senior Citizens (65 and over)$6.00
Children (6-12 years)$5.00
Children (5 and under) Free
Military, Law Enforcement, Firefighters in Uniform: Free
Auburn Journal 4 DOLLAR FRIDAY (everyone 6 years and older) $4.00
Thursday is Kid's day...12 and under free all day!
(530) 823-4533
1273 High Street
Auburn, CA 95604
Website: www.goldcountryfair.com
Traditionally one of the largest and most anticipated events in Placer County, the Annual Gold Country Fair since 1889 has been offering carnival rides, thrills, farm animals with their 4-H families, junior livestock auctions, arts and crafts, exhibits, food, fun and stages of entertainment.
Hours:
Thursday, Sept 9th 4pm-11pm
Friday, Sept 10th 4pm-Midnight
Saturday, Sept 11th 11am-Midnight
Sunday, Sept 12th 11am-10pm
Adult Admission (13 and over)$8.00
Senior Citizens (65 and over)$6.00
Children (6-12 years)$5.00
Children (5 and under) Free
Military, Law Enforcement, Firefighters in Uniform: Free
Auburn Journal 4 DOLLAR FRIDAY (everyone 6 years and older) $4.00
Thursday is Kid's day...12 and under free all day!
09-19-10 Funk Box Derby
Lincoln Way, Downtown Auburn
Auburn, CA 95603
Website: www.funkboxderby.com
Wacky, crazy, family fun, lots of laughs, and a whole lotta’ FUNK!
Auburn's Funk Box Derby will fill the streets of Downtown Auburn ( on Lincoln Way),
The event is on Sunday, September 19th, 2010. Event Festivities begin at 8am. Prejudging begins at 9am. Driver check in required by noon.
Auburn's business associations and Chamber of Commerce, will once again be sponsoring this infamous event.
This "race" is not for speed. Its about creativity, goofiness, and fun.
One car is allowed on the track at a time. There are various categories based on age (10-99), and both commercial or non-commercial classes of vehicles can be entered.
Sponsor logos are allowed on commercial entries.
When the race is over, come have lunch at one of the incredible Old Town Auburn restaurants, and check out the unique shops in Old Town.
Lincoln Way, Downtown Auburn
Auburn, CA 95603
Website: www.funkboxderby.com
Wacky, crazy, family fun, lots of laughs, and a whole lotta’ FUNK!
Auburn's Funk Box Derby will fill the streets of Downtown Auburn ( on Lincoln Way),
The event is on Sunday, September 19th, 2010. Event Festivities begin at 8am. Prejudging begins at 9am. Driver check in required by noon.
Auburn's business associations and Chamber of Commerce, will once again be sponsoring this infamous event.
This "race" is not for speed. Its about creativity, goofiness, and fun.
One car is allowed on the track at a time. There are various categories based on age (10-99), and both commercial or non-commercial classes of vehicles can be entered.
Sponsor logos are allowed on commercial entries.
When the race is over, come have lunch at one of the incredible Old Town Auburn restaurants, and check out the unique shops in Old Town.
09-25-10 Vintage Trailer Show
530-823-0320
Old Town Auburn, Courthouse Juror Parking Lot
Auburn, CA 95603
Website: vintagehighway.com/2010/08/we-organize-vintage-trailer-exhibition/
The very first Old Town Auburn Vintage Trailer Classic is set for September 25 and 26 in the Juror’s Parking lot across from the Placer County Courthouse in Auburn, CA, just off the Maple St. exit on I-80. Sponsored by the Old Town Business Association and Carpe Vino, a wine shop and restaurant, more than 25 vintage trailers will be on display. Visitors will be invited to get an up-close look at trailer interiors.
A highlight of this free event will be an entry from Vince Martinico of Newcastle, the leading expert on vintage trailers in the United States. His coaches have been featured in books, movies and television shows. Trailers on display will range from completely restored examples to those that are in rougher stages.
When:
Sat, Sept 25, 3pm to 7pm
Sun, Sept 26, 10am to 3pm
Free for both attendees and Exhibitors
530-823-0320
Old Town Auburn, Courthouse Juror Parking Lot
Auburn, CA 95603
Website: vintagehighway.com/2010/08/we-organize-vintage-trailer-exhibition/
The very first Old Town Auburn Vintage Trailer Classic is set for September 25 and 26 in the Juror’s Parking lot across from the Placer County Courthouse in Auburn, CA, just off the Maple St. exit on I-80. Sponsored by the Old Town Business Association and Carpe Vino, a wine shop and restaurant, more than 25 vintage trailers will be on display. Visitors will be invited to get an up-close look at trailer interiors.
A highlight of this free event will be an entry from Vince Martinico of Newcastle, the leading expert on vintage trailers in the United States. His coaches have been featured in books, movies and television shows. Trailers on display will range from completely restored examples to those that are in rougher stages.
When:
Sat, Sept 25, 3pm to 7pm
Sun, Sept 26, 10am to 3pm
Free for both attendees and Exhibitors
10-09-10 Auburn Wine and Food Festival
530-885-9644
Downtown and Old Town Auburn
Auburn, CA 95603
Website: www.auburnwineandfood.com
Wineries and restaurants from in and around Placer County pair up to showcase their finest vino and edibles at the 8th annual Wine And Food Festival, held in Downtown and Old Town Auburn the second Saturday in Oct.
Stroll the streets between Downtown & Old Town or hop on one of the FREE shuttle buses.
1-5pm Pouring
1-6pm Wine Sales
11am Check-in Begins at
Placer County Courthouse
101 Maple Street
Auburn, Ca 95603
Wine & Food Ticket: $35 Per Person
(Non-Refundable)
Ticket will go up to $45 on 10/1/10
Designated Driver Food Only Ticket
$20 Per Person (Non-Refundable)
11am Shuttle Bus Begins
Come for the event, stay for the weekend !!!
For more information, please call 530-885-9644 or email info@auburnwineandfood.com
530-885-9644
Downtown and Old Town Auburn
Auburn, CA 95603
Website: www.auburnwineandfood.com
Wineries and restaurants from in and around Placer County pair up to showcase their finest vino and edibles at the 8th annual Wine And Food Festival, held in Downtown and Old Town Auburn the second Saturday in Oct.
Stroll the streets between Downtown & Old Town or hop on one of the FREE shuttle buses.
1-5pm Pouring
1-6pm Wine Sales
11am Check-in Begins at
Placer County Courthouse
101 Maple Street
Auburn, Ca 95603
Wine & Food Ticket: $35 Per Person
(Non-Refundable)
Ticket will go up to $45 on 10/1/10
Designated Driver Food Only Ticket
$20 Per Person (Non-Refundable)
11am Shuttle Bus Begins
Come for the event, stay for the weekend !!!
For more information, please call 530-885-9644 or email info@auburnwineandfood.com
10-14-2010 Art Walk (4 of 4)
Old Town Auburn - various locations
Auburn, CA 95603
October 14th, 4th of 4 Art walks in 2010.
6-9pm
This is a self-guided evening stroll with free walking tour map with dozens of venues hosting local artists. Enjoy arts and hospitality throughout Old Town Auburn and Downtown Auburn.
Free to the public
Free trolley shuttle among venues.
More information:
www.placerarts.org
Other Art Walk Dates: 04-08-10, 06-10-10, 08-12-10
Old Town Auburn - various locations
Auburn, CA 95603
October 14th, 4th of 4 Art walks in 2010.
6-9pm
This is a self-guided evening stroll with free walking tour map with dozens of venues hosting local artists. Enjoy arts and hospitality throughout Old Town Auburn and Downtown Auburn.
Free to the public
Free trolley shuttle among venues.
More information:
www.placerarts.org
Other Art Walk Dates: 04-08-10, 06-10-10, 08-12-10
10-17-2010 Fall Street Fair
530-823-3836
Old Town Auburn - entire street area
Auburn, CA 95603
Our 43rd Year! Antiques and Collectibles. Unusual bargains, jewels to junk, 200 vendors. Come early and bring a flashlight. Rain or Shine.
530-823-3836
Old Town Auburn - entire street area
Auburn, CA 95603
Our 43rd Year! Antiques and Collectibles. Unusual bargains, jewels to junk, 200 vendors. Come early and bring a flashlight. Rain or Shine.
11-19-2010 Mandarin Festival (thru 11-21)
Gold Country Fairgrounds
Auburn, CA 95603
Website: www.mandarinfestival.com
The 2010 Mandarin Festival will be held November 19 - 21 at the Gold Country Fairgrounds (Auburn, California)
The Mandarin Festival celebrates the harvest of locally grown Owari Satsuma Mandarin oranges in Placer County. The Mandarin orange is truly a citrus experience!
There are three stages of live entertainment; hundreds of quality crafters; a cooking stage with demonstrations by professional chefs; a very competitive recipe contest; an area devoted to children’s activities; and fifteen local citrus farmers selling their freshly harvested Mandarin oranges.
Email: info@mandarinfestival.com
Gold Country Fairgrounds
Auburn, CA 95603
Website: www.mandarinfestival.com
The 2010 Mandarin Festival will be held November 19 - 21 at the Gold Country Fairgrounds (Auburn, California)
The Mandarin Festival celebrates the harvest of locally grown Owari Satsuma Mandarin oranges in Placer County. The Mandarin orange is truly a citrus experience!
There are three stages of live entertainment; hundreds of quality crafters; a cooking stage with demonstrations by professional chefs; a very competitive recipe contest; an area devoted to children’s activities; and fifteen local citrus farmers selling their freshly harvested Mandarin oranges.
Email: info@mandarinfestival.com
12-11-10 Old Town Country Christmas
Saturday, Dec. 11th, 5 pm to 9 pm
Old Town Auburn, CA
24th Annual Old Town Country Christmas
Both on Saturday, Dec 11th and Dec 18th.
From 5pm to 9pm the whole community is invited to share in the holiday fun. Crafters and artists will have their wares on sale for that special one-of-a-kind Christmas gift.
Great food and entertainment, pictures with Santa. Shops and restaurants open.
Holiday Open House in all shops!
If you miss it today, the 11th, you can go the following weekend, the 18th.
Saturday, Dec. 11th, 5 pm to 9 pm
Old Town Auburn, CA
24th Annual Old Town Country Christmas
Both on Saturday, Dec 11th and Dec 18th.
From 5pm to 9pm the whole community is invited to share in the holiday fun. Crafters and artists will have their wares on sale for that special one-of-a-kind Christmas gift.
Great food and entertainment, pictures with Santa. Shops and restaurants open.
Holiday Open House in all shops!
If you miss it today, the 11th, you can go the following weekend, the 18th.
12-18-10 Country Christmas
Saturday, Dec. 18th, 5 pm to 9 pm
Auburn, CA 95603
24th Annual Old Town Country Christmas
Both on Saturday, Dec 11th and Dec 18th.
From 5pm to 9pm the whole community is invited to share in the holiday fun. Crafters and artists will have their wares on sale for that special one-of-a-kind Christmas gift.
Great food and entertainment, pictures with Santa. Shops and restaurants open.
Holiday Open House in all shops!
Saturday, Dec. 18th, 5 pm to 9 pm
Auburn, CA 95603
24th Annual Old Town Country Christmas
Both on Saturday, Dec 11th and Dec 18th.
From 5pm to 9pm the whole community is invited to share in the holiday fun. Crafters and artists will have their wares on sale for that special one-of-a-kind Christmas gift.
Great food and entertainment, pictures with Santa. Shops and restaurants open.
Holiday Open House in all shops!
