The Tevis Cup 100 Miles -- One Day Ride
| August 5th to August 6th, 2006 The Western States Trail Ride, popularly called the Tevis Cup Ride, is the oldest modern day endurance ride, having been held annually since 1955. As such, it has been the inspiration and model for the most challenging endurance rides worldwide.
Mountain Mandarin Magic
| November 18th to November 19th, 2006 Experience Placer County's rolling rural foothills.
You are cordially invited to visit Placer County's mandarin orchards to purchase mandarin oranges in bakets, boxes or bags.
Expect to find locally grown persimmons, navel oranges, winter squash,
Festival of Lights Parade
| December 2nd to December 2nd, 2006 One annual tradition that Auburn residents do not let slip by quietly is the Festival of Lights Parade. Last year more than 100 entrants brought floats, carriages, or just themselves to the parade usually held on the first Saturday in the month of December.
Parade applicants will travel from Lincoln way and Cherry Avenue through downtown Auburn.
"This is the Auburn version if the Disneyland electric parade," said Alabama resident Steve Gobble.
Thunder In The Sky
| August 12th to August 12th, 2006 Many events, displays and demonstrations during the day. Celebrating the 22nd anniversary of the Auburn Aviation Association.
PLACER COUNTY FAIR
| June 22nd to June 25th, 2006 Remember When . . . You ate too much cotton candy? and rode too many rides? and sat under the stars to enjoy a concert?
Bring the family and create new memories.
Traditional old-fashioned country fairs the kind we remember. Carnival rides offering chance for thrills, farm animals with their 4-H families, Junior Livestock Auction, arts and crafts exhibits, food, fun and stages of entertainment.
Feats of Clay Benefit Reception
| April 29th to April 29th, 2006 Lincoln Arts presents Feats of Clay XIX. Grand Opening Benefit Reception Saturday, April 29, 2006 at Gladding McBean .
Feats of Clay - National Ceramic Exhibition
| May 3rd to May 28th, 2006 The annual, nationally recognized ceramic competition is Lincoln Arts glittering jewel, drawing over 1,600 entries and more than 6,000 visitors to Lincoln in 2005. Displayed in the historic 129-year-old Gladding, McBean terra cotta factory, it has been called the most unique and photogenic show in the country. The factory is well known throughout the world for their architectural terra cotta and collectible garden pottery.
Expressions Art Exhibit
| March 17th to March 18th, 2006 Why go to the big city to see award winning works of art? The City of Roseville Parks, Recreation watercolor and mixed media students and instructors will be showcased at the third annual Gallery Show & Sale. Some exhibitors have been awarded and recognized for their works on a national level.
Phone:
916-774-5950, 916-774-5505,916-774-5242 or 916-774-5990
The Placer County Strawberry Festival
| April 14th to April 16th, 2006 The Placer County Strawberry Festival celebrates the sweet delicious strawberry, it is held in April. Strawberry treats and vendors will give you ample opportunity to find that sought delight such as Strawberry Shortcake, Chocolate Dipped Strawberries, Strawberry Tea, Strawberry Beer, Strawberry Margaritas and even Strawberry Pizza. Live music, food, fun and family oriented activities.
Loomis Eggplant Festival
| October 7th to October 7th, 2006 October 7th, 2006
WELCOME – to the 19th Annual Loomis Eggplant Festival.
The Town of Loomis takes on a purple hue this time of year, for the annual Eggplant Festival held in early October. This wonderful family-oriented event that promises a full day of fun. Cooking contest, shopping, musical entertainment and plenty of food vendors and eggplant.
Auburn Art Walk
| April 10th to October 31st, 2008 The Arts Council of Placer County's Auburn Art Walk is a 6 week, free exhibition of the works created by our regional artists where art may be purchased. It will be held in businesses & restaurants of old town,midtown, downtown, and cross town Auburn. They will take place on the second thursday of April, June, August and October. Opening evening reception is from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Come enjoy the Arts of Auburn along with music and refreshments. For more information contact The Arts council of PLacer County, 808 Lincoln Way, Auburn, CA 95603. (530) 885-5670. www.placerarts.org
Western States Endurance Run
| June 24th to June 25th, 2006 The heart of the Western States 100 Run is the Trail itself. Its diversity and beauty provide a perspective as wide as the emotions you'll experience as you travel from Squaw Valley to Auburn.
Annual Old Town Auburn Country Christmas
| December 9th to December 9th, 2006 Presented by Old Town Business Association. Crafters, food, bonfire, pony rides, bungee jump, carolers, raffle & entertainment, Santa & Mrs. Claus, living Christmas Tree. Shops open. Free admission & shuttle.
