February 2026- Nevada County Community Event Calendar

💘 February in Nevada County is full of heart, connection, and local fun! 💘

February is the month of love, connection, and community, Nevada County is overflowing with all three ❤️
From Grass Valley and Nevada City to Penn Valley,  February is one of the best times of year to get out, support local events, and celebrate what makes our community special. Whether you’re planning a Valentine’s Day date night, a weekend outing with friends, or simply searching for things to do in Nevada County this February, you’ll find plenty of meaningful, creative, and fun events happening close to home. 

📅Tuesday, February 3, 2026 

Paint Empty Bowls for Hospitality House
📍 Nevada City
A heart-centered community art event supporting Hospitality House. Participants paint ceramic bowls that help raise funds to address hunger and homelessness in Nevada County.
🖌️ Community • Art • Fundraiser

🎲 Saturday, February 7, 2026

Casino Night Fundraiser – “Through the Looking Glass”
📍 Grass Valley | Nevada County Fairgrounds
An annual Nevada County fundraiser featuring casino games, live entertainment, auctions, and social fun — a great pre-Valentine’s night out with friends.
♠️ Fundraiser • Community • Social

🎨Friday, February 13, 2026

Hearts on Fire: Show Your Love — Be Wildfire Ready
📍 Miners Foundry Cultural Center, Nevada City
A Valentine’s-themed community celebration combining live music, food, interactive art, and wildfire preparedness — all centered around love for your community and land.
🔥 Community • Music • Local Safety

Poetry Open Mic Night
📍 North Columbia Schoolhouse, Nevada City
An intimate open mic perfect for Valentine’s weekend, featuring local poets and spoken word artists sharing stories of love, loss, and connection.
💌 Arts • Community • Open Mic

“Much Ado About Nothing” – Local Theatre Performance
📍 Grass Valley
A romantic Shakespeare comedy — fitting for Valentine’s weekend — performed by local Nevada County actors.
🎭 Theatre • Arts • Culture

💕 Saturday, February 14, 2026 — Valentine’s Day

Cars & Coffee – Grass Valley
📍 Grass Valley
Start Valentine’s Day with a relaxed community meetup — perfect for couples, friends, or solo coffee lovers.
☕ Community • Social

Nevada City Winery Gallery Art Exhibit (Ongoing)
📍 Nevada City
Spend Valentine’s Day strolling through a local art exhibit featuring photography and visual art by regional artists. Open through February 23.
🖼️ Art • Culture • Valentine’s Day Activity

💡 Tip: Pair these with a downtown Nevada City or Grass Valley dinner to make a full Valentine’s Day outing.

🎶 Monday, February 9, 2026

Nevada City Odd Fellows Open Mic
📍 Nevada City
A welcoming community open mic where locals share music, poetry, and performances — a great mid-February creative gathering.
🎸 Music • Community

🎉 Sunday, February 15, 2026

Nevada City Mardi Gras Parade & Street Fair
📍 Downtown Nevada City
A colorful, joyful community parade and street fair — the perfect post-Valentine’s celebration with music, food vendors, costumes, and family-friendly fun.
🎺 Festival • Parade • Community

🎬 February 19–23, 2026

🌎 Wild & Scenic Film Festival

📍 Nevada City & Grass Valley
One of Nevada County’s signature events, featuring environmental and adventure films, filmmaker talks, and community gatherings throughout the county.
🎥 Film Festival • Arts • Sustainability

🧘 Saturday, February 21, 2026

Cars & Coffee – Grass Valley
📍 Grass Valley
Another chance to connect with the Nevada County community in a casual, social setting.
🚙 Community • Social

Sound Blessings with Robin
📍 Nevada City
A soothing sound-healing experience focused on relaxation, reflection, and self-love — perfect for February.
🔔 Wellness • Mindfulness • Community

🎶 Sunday, February 22, 2026

Kathleen Edwards Live in Concert
📍 The Center for the Arts, Grass Valley
A soulful Americana concert — an ideal February date-night or music-lover experience in Nevada County.
🎵 Live Music • Arts • Valentine’s Month Event

You can find more details about these events at :https://www.grassvalleychamber.com/calendar/ , https://www.nevadacitychamber.com/nevada-city-events/calendar-of-events/