Napa Valley Country Club is more than just a place to play golf and tennis. It’s a vibrant community hub that hosts various member events throughout the year, from social gatherings to family-friendly activities.
One of the club’s most popular Member events is its End of Summer Soirée, which is held annually in September. This year’s Soirée theme was “The White Lotus,” based on season II of the critically acclaimed HBO social satire, which has already become a cult classic after just two seasons (for those that have not yet seen the series, time to get binge-watching).
“The Members dressed as their favorite characters from the show, and that alone gave the party a life of its own,” said General Manager Ari Kreisler. To make the party extra special, the club was decorated with all sorts of elements from the show, from Vespas to a mock-up of Mt. Edna (that actually puffed smoke) mounted high atop the clubhouse.
Members enjoyed music and dancing around the pool with a beautiful view of Mt. George basking in the last rays of sunlight. Once it got dark, the team lit the string lights it had strung across the pool deck, which set off the mood. Executive Chef Brandon Hughes left his mark by providing all-you-could-eat scratch-made Sicilian pasta, house-made Sicilian Pizza, fresh piped Cannoli, and even Gelato. There were Mt. Etna Nero Mascalese wines, Prosecco, and Italian cocktails like Aperol Spritz’s. “It was absolutely the best party I have been to at the club,” said Jeffrey Scott, who grew up at NVCC and now has a family membership of his own.
The Soirée is just one of the many events that Napa Valley Country Club hosts throughout the year. Other popular events include:
Champagne and Caviar Night: During December, members attend a 5-course tasting menu with all things caviar, paired with hand-selected Champagnes, all delivered with white glove service. Bonus: The members can order all the caviar and bubbles for their home holiday celebrations.
Brunch with Santa: The highlight of this event is a grand entrance from Santa between the two 150-person seatings. Two years ago, Santa came up the driveway on a fire engine, sirens blazing. Last year, Santa was delivered to the clubhouse’s front door in a 1947 Packard Clipper Custom Convertible Limousine as simulated snow showered the crowd. The kids went nuts–one of NVCC’s most popular events.
Wine Dinners: Many members have winery affiliations, whether they are owners, winemakers, or growers. The club focuses on member-involved wineries and showcases them in events such as wine dinners, tastings, and the annual Wine Stroll.
“There is always something going on at Napa Valley Country Club,” said Heather Vigil, Director of Sales and Marketing. “Whether you are into golf, tennis, pickleball, bocce, or enjoy socializing, something happens every day we are open. Events range from small events like our mahjong group that meets once a week to our End of Summer Soiree that attracts ~ 250 members and their guests.”
Napa Valley Country Club has so many events; they added another Event Manager to the staff a few months ago. “We have had such an increase in membership over the past two years, and many of those joined for the social aspect of the club. Plus, we are trying to keep up with the demand for outside events at the club.” NVCC has long been a best-kept secret for weddings, “But we are ready to expand that arm of our club,” said Vigil.
With so much activity being added to the calendar, NVCC is the place to be as a Napa local.
Interested in membership? Contact Heather Vigil at Hvigil@napavalleycc.com.
Interested in hosting an event at NVCC? Contact Rosanna Hotchkiss at RHotchkiss@napavalleycc.com
