The Napa Valley Timeout

Big Games & World-Class Wines - A Perfect Pairing

Visit Napa Valley and Napa Valley Vintners are teaming up to welcome sports fans from around the globe in 2026. With the Bay Area set to host world-class sporting events at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Napa Valley is ready to roll out the red carpet—pairing world-class wines, unforgettable dining, and breathtaking scenery with the year’s biggest sporting moments.

Getting Here: Your Game Plan

Reaching Napa Valley from the Bay Area is an easy win. Just 50 miles northeast of San Francisco, wine country makes the perfect home-field advantage for your trip. With more than 550 wineries, endless scenic drives, and nearly perfect weather year-round, Napa Valley is always playing at championship level.

Pro tip: Once you’ve arrived in Napa Valley, hire a transportation company and relax while local experts do the driving.

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Stay & Play: Make It a Win-Win

With 120+ places to stay—ranging from luxury resorts and chic boutique hotels to cozy B&Bs—Napa Valley has the perfect home base for your game-day getaway. Not sure where to start? Take our Lodging Personality Quiz and score tailor-made recommendations.

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Where Every Pour Scores

And the wine? That’s our MVP. Sip your way through intimate tastings, savor sweeping vineyard views, and indulge in exclusive behind-the-scenes tours of caves and cellars. With 95% of our wineries family-owned and operated, every stop feels like home field advantage.

Pro tip: Download our handy winery map to plot out the perfect wine tasting adventure.

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From Victory Laps to Vineyards

Off the field, the fun keeps going: soar at sunrise in a hot air balloon, pedal through vineyard-lined backroads, sharpen your skills in a hands-on cooking class, unwind with a championship-worthy spa day, and toast it all with California’s most iconic wines. Whether you’re gearing up for kickoff or celebrating after the final whistle, Napa Valley is the ultimate playbook for your pre- and post-game adventures.

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A Championship Feast

Begin your epicurean journey in one of the world’s all-star culinary destinations. Napa Valley’s farming roots run deep, and that passion for locally sourced ingredients shines through every bite. From Michelin-starred fine dining to beloved local food trucks, you’ll find more than 150 ways to fuel up like a champion.

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Score Special Offers

Your game-day ticket is your all-access pass to Napa Valley. Flash your game-day tickets between February 1 and July 1 and unlock special offers, insider experiences, and winning deals all across wine country.