Calendar of Events

Here are some of the exciting things happening at the Murphys Historic Hotel! For a complete listing of special events in Murphys and Calaveras County, check out the Calaveras Visitors Bureau calendar of events.

January 2010

Friday, January 8   GRAPE GROWER'S MEETING 9:00 am -- CWA (Calaveras Wine Association) members no cost -  non-members $10.00

Wednesday, January 13   WINES OF THE WORLD held at Murphys Historic Hotel -  Featuring wines from around the world.  The event is lead by knowledgeable presenters educating on the differences in wine makers & locations.  This month's presenter is Tom Bender, instructor at Columbia Junior College and buyer for O'Brien's Market.  Appetizers are served.  Call for information and cost to attend 209 728-3444

February 2010

Friday, February 5   GRAPE GROWER'S MEETING 9:00 am -- CWA (Calaveras Wine Association) members no cost -  non-members $10.00

Saturday, February 6   RAIL JAM held at Murphys Historic Hotel's back parking lot.  Sponsored by Ocean & Earth, Bear Valley Ski Resort & Murphys Historic Hotel.  Call for information and cost to attend 209 728-3444

Sunday, February 7  SUPERBOWL  & 3RD CHILI COOKOFF held at Murphys Historic Hotel.  Call for information and cost to participate or attend 209 728-3444.

Wednesday, February 10   WINES OF THE WORLD held at Murphys Historic Hotel -  Featuring wines from around the world.  The event is lead by knowledgeable presenters educating on the differences in wine makers & locations.  Appetizers are served.  Call for information and cost to attend 209 728-3444.

Friday, February 12-13   VALENTINE'S DAY WEEKEND Romantic packages available.  For more details see our Special Offers page.  Call for reservations 209 728-3444.  Special event rates apply.

March 2010

Friday, March 12-13  CALAVERAS WINEGRAPE GOURMET &PASSPORT KICKOFF at Calaveras County Fairgrounds in Angels Camp.  Many events and exhibits.  For more information go to the CWA web site. Special event rates apply.  Two night minimum stay.

Sunday, March 14  PASSPORT KICKOFF from 11:00 AM 5:00 PM at participating wineries.   For more information go to the CWA web site. 

Friday, March 19-20  MURPHYS IRISH DAYS Saturday Street Faire and Food Galore, Banger Sausages and Corned Beef Sandwiches.  Many events and booths.  Special event rates apply.  Two night minimum

April 2010

Sunday, April 4   EASTER SUNDAY Brunch in the Murphys Historic Hotel Dining Room, Easter Egg Hunt on the Lawn Area-weather permitting.

Wednesday, April 14   WINES OF THE WORLD held at Murphys Historic Hotel -  Featuring wines from around the world.  The event is lead by knowledgeable presenters educating on the differences in wine makers & locations.  Appetizers are served.  For more information go to the CWA web site. 

Saturday, April 17   SECOND PASSPORT WEEKEND from 11:00 AM 5:00 PM at participating wineries.   For more information go to the CWA web site.  Special event rates apply.  Two night minimum.

May 2010

Sunday, May 9   MOTHER'S DAY

Wednesday, May 12   WINES OF THE WORLD held at Murphys Historic Hotel -  Featuring wines from around the world.  The event is lead by knowledgeable presenters educating on the differences in wine makers & locations.  Appetizers are served.  For more information go to the CWA web site. 

Thursday, May 13-16   FROG JUMPS 2010 Saturday barbecue and live music on the patio, "Last Year's Losers" specials.  Special event rates apply.  Two night minimum stay.

Saturday, May 22-23   3RD PASSPORT WEEKEND from 11:00 AM 5:00 PM at participating wineries.   For more information go to the CWA web site.  Special event rates apply. 

Friday, May 28   MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND Barbecues, Beers, Bikes, etc. Special event rates apply.  Two night minimum stay.

June 2010

Wednesday, June 9   WINES OF THE WORLD held at Murphys Historic Hotel -  Featuring wines from around the world.  The event is lead by knowledgeable presenters educating on the differences in wine makers & locations.  Appetizers are served.  For more information go to the CWA web site. 

Sunday, June 13   FATHER'S DAY

Saturday, june 26-27   4TH PASSPORT WEEKEND from 11:00 AM 5:00 PM at participating wineries.   For more information go to the CWA web site.  Special event rates apply. 

July 2010

Friday, July 2-5   INDEPENDENCE DAY WEEKEND Special event rates apply.  Two night minimum stay.

Wednesday, July 14   WINES OF THE WORLD held at Murphys Historic Hotel -  Featuring wines from around the world.  The event is lead by knowledgeable presenters educating on the differences in wine makers & locations.  Appetizers are served.  For more information go to the CWA web site. 

Friday, July 16-17   HERITAGE DAYS Duck races and other activities from the Murphys Library in Murphys Community Park on South Algiers Street.  Special event rates apply.  Two night minimum stay.

Wednesday, June 9   WINES OF THE WORLD held at Murphys Historic Hotel -  Featuring wines from around the world.  The event is lead by knowledgeable presenters educating on the differences in wine makers & locations.  Appetizers are served.  For more information go to the CWA web site. 

August 2010

Wednesday, August 11   WINES OF THE WORLD held at Murphys Historic Hotel -  Featuring wines from around the world.  The event is lead by knowledgeable presenters educating on the differences in wine makers & locations.  Appetizers are served.  For more information go to the CWA web site. 

September 2010

Friday, September 3-6   LABOR DAY WEEKEND Special event rates apply.  Two night minimum stay.

Wednesday, September 8   WINES OF THE WORLD held at Murphys Historic Hotel -  Featuring wines from around the world.  The event is lead by knowledgeable presenters educating on the differences in wine makers & locations.  Appetizers are served.  For more information go to the CWA web site. 

Friday, September 24-25   CONCOURS D'ELEGANCE Classic Car Show at Ironstone Vineyards.  Special event rates apply.  Two night minimum stay.

October 2010

Friday, October1-2   GRAPE STOMP WEEKEND Street Faire, Stomping in the Park.  Special event rates apply.  Two night minimum stay.

Sunday, October31   HALLOWEEN

November 2010

Wednesday, November 10   WINES OF THE WORLD held at Murphys Historic Hotel -  Featuring wines from around the world.  The event is lead by knowledgeable presenters educating on the differences in wine makers & locations.  Appetizers are served.  For more information go to the CWA web site. 

Saturday, November 13   HOLIDAY FESTIVAL OF WINES presented by the CWA. For more information go to the CWA web site. 

Thursday, November 25   THANKSGIVING DAY Dinner at the Murphys Historic Hotel Dining Room.

December 2010

Friday, December 3   HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE

Wednesday, December 8   WINES OF THE WORLD held at Murphys Historic Hotel -  Featuring wines from around the world.  The event is lead by knowledgeable presenters educating on the differences in wine makers & locations.  Appetizers are served.  For more information go to the CWA web site. 

Saturday, December 25   CHRISTMAS DAY Dinner at the Murphys Historic Hotel Dining Room. 

FrIday, December 31   NEW YEARS EVE 2011 GALA  at the Murphys Historic Hotel.  Special event rates apply.  Two night minimum stay.