October Events: Lumberjack Day, West Point
October 7th, 7:00am-3:00pm
West Point, CA
Lumberjack Day takes place on the first Saturday in October and celebrates the history and traditions of the Calaveras County lumber industry. Start the day at 7:00 am at the Veteran’s Memorial Hall with their pancake breakfast, followed by the Soap Box Derby at 8:30 AM, and then the spectacular small town parade at 11:00 AM. Festivities will also include the crowning of the King and Queen Scholarship, singing of the National Anthem, the car and motorcycle show, the flower show, the $5 entry to the children’s play area includes a climbing wall, face painting, bouncy house, and petting zoo and will open after the parade, and lumberjack competition with big timbers, axes and chainsaws. Live music, firehouse BBQ, horseshoe throwing, food and beverage vendors, and craft vendors will be available all day. Admission is free. Parking is $5 with the proceeds benefiting Calaveras High School FFA.
Entry Forms at www.lumberjackday.info
West Point Lumberjack Day Committee, Parade entries Angel O’Meara 209-293-7657, Booths/Vendors Karan Bowsher 209-293-7809, Logging Show Dorrie & Mike Klith 209-293-2207, Information Danielle Bianchi 209-293-3100, or Diana Inslee 209-293-7135
October Events: Calaveras Grape Stomp and Gold Rush Street Fair, Murphys
October 7th, 9:00am-5:00pm
Murphys Main Street and Murphys Community Park
Every first Saturday in October the historic town of Murphys transforms into a frenzy of activity with two renowned events – the Calaveras Grape Stomp and the Gold Rush Street Faire. Both events run simultaneously between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. and benefit Feeney Community Park on Highway 4 in Murphys.
Organized by the Calaveras Winegrape Association, the Annual Calaveras Grape Stomp takes place in picturesque Murphys Park. The day’s events include energetic stomp competitions every half hour, live music in the gazebo, silent auction, BBQ, team costume contest, and wine tasting. Sign up your stomping team today at www.calaveraswines.org early ‘cuz this crazy, costumed, competition fills up FAST!!!!
October Events: Astronomy Nights, Calaveras Big Trees
October 12th & 26th, 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Calaveras Big Trees State Park, Arnold
Come look at the stars! Docents will be sharing information and telling stories as everyone gazes at the night sky. Two telescopes and astronomical binoculars will give you a closer look at the moon, planets and deep sky objects. The park is excited to have a webcam for one of the telescopes, so images can be shown on a 40” monitor in real time. No more standing in line to look through the big telescope!
Meet at the Scenic Overlook in the park, just a few miles past the Visitor Center. This is one of the best night sky viewing areas in the region. Bring a chair or blanket to sit on.
The Astronomy program is made possible by an entirely volunteer group of docents and sponsored by the Calaveras Big Trees Association. Call 209-795-7980 with any questions or visit their website at www.bigtrees.org for more information.
October Events: Mountain Heirloom Quilt Faire, Murphys
October 20th – 22nd, 9:00am-4:00pm
Calaveras County Fairgrounds, Murphys
See beautiful, hand-crafted quilts and wearable artwork at the Independence Hall Quilt Faire held at the Calaveras County Fairgrounds in Angels Camp October 20th – 22nd. Plenty of quilting vendors will be on hand, and you get to vote for your favorite quilts! For more information, contact the friendly Independence Halls Quilters at www.ihquilters.com.
October Events: Guided Sunset Hike, Arnold Rim Trail
October 27th, 4:05 pm, Arnold, CA
Watch the sunset from the top of Cougar Rock on this intermediate hike led by members of the Arnold Rim Trail Association. Distance is about 4 miles total, with 730 feet of elevation gain. If you haven’t done one of these hikes, you owe it to yourself to join the fun. They are scheduled on weekends near or on the day of the full moon each month, and they are special! No sign-up needed, hike proceeds even if cloudy, but rain cancels. Bring layers, snack, water, bug repellant and flashlight as return hike is in the dark. Visit Arnold Rim Trail site for more information about the level of experience needed for these hikes.
October Events: All Hallows Fair – Celtic New Year & 15th Anniversary Samhain Celebration
October 28th 11:00 am-10:30 pm; October 29th 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Calaveras County Fairgrounds, Angels Camp
This fun, family-friendly two-day event on the last weekend of October celebrates All Hallows Eve, Celtic New Year, and Samhain Celebration in a blend of harvest and Halloween fantasy. Usher in fall with this festival that includes Live Music, Stage Shows, Fire Show, Costume Contests for all ages and costume designs, Craft Vendors and more. Located at the Calaveras County Fairgrounds at 2465 Gun Club Road, Angels Camp. To find more information about purchasing tickets, contest categories, dates and times, or being a vendor, visit their website www.allhallowsfaire.com.
SATURDAY NIGHT ONLY: Check out the Burning of the Harvestman Fire Extravaganza brought to you by Phoenix Fire Family.
October Events: Community Farmers Markets, Live Music, & More!
October is filled with local Farmers Markets winding down for the season, but filled with fresh Calaveras produce, pumpkins, artisan foods, and so much more! Wineries, lounges, pubs, and coffee shops all have great live music lined up, and Murphys Creek Theatre and Fourth Wall Entertainment are performing live plays and performances this fall. For complete details about events in Calaveras County, visit our Calendar of Events. Planning an extended stay? Click here for a list of lodging in Calaveras, give us a call at 209-736-0049, or drop us an email info@gocalaveras.com here at the Calaveras Visitors Bureau for help planning your stay in Calaveras County!