Shopping is to “live for” at the Annual Gold Rush Street Faire, as Main Street fills with over 100 booths of quality arts and crafts, antiques, handcrafted goods, jewelry, clothing, collectibles, and food booths, in addition to Murphys’ multitude of one-of-a-kind specialty shops. The event is hosted by the Feeney Park Foundation, and has been a valued tradition in Murphys for many years.

You don’t want to miss this fun and historic event that highlights Calaveras County’s rich history. Enjoy the Frog Jump International Competition, carnival rides, livestock, big name entertainment and much more!

Make your own Countdown Clocks

Annual Logging Jamboree held at White Pines Lake, near the Sierra Nevada Logging Museum. Contact 209-728-1407

July 31-August 15, 2010. Celebrating 40+ years of music in the High Sierras offering classical, jazz, headliners, and opera performed by a full symphony orchestra, international soloists, legendary entertainers, and renowned opera stars.  Great family destination.

Celebrates Murphys’ Irish heritage and beckons visitors and locals with Irish musicians and dancers, authentic Irish fare and wares, carriage rides, crafts booths, dancing in the streets, and storytelling. Parade at 11 am.

Featuring gems and minerals, over 200 vendors, Mountain Men demonstrations, Native American dancing, antique gas engines, camping, remote controlled airplanes, music, jewelry, crafts, food,and more all on a working cattle ranch. It’s Fun and it’s Free!

Every year on the first Saturday in October you will find a crowd gathered to watch and take part in the Annual Grape Stomp. The event celebrates harvest and the rich wine industry of Calaveras County. Come and stomp a few pounds of grapes or simply be a spectator at this fun and crazy event! Along with the event, the Gold Rush Street Faire takes place with over a hundred vendors for you to peruse.

The Annual Lumberjack Days parade and festival celebrates the lumber history of Calaveras County. It takes place in downtown West Point on the first Saturday of October. Complete with vendors, lumberjack competitions, a parade and car show, this event is fun for the whole family!