Welcome to the welcome dinners — an invitation that sets the table for the weekend ahead. Hosted by renowned vintners at their wineries, these gatherings provide a unique opportunity for instant connection. This is Napa Valley as it’s meant to be experienced: generous and deeply rooted with amazing wine. By the end of the night, strangers feel like friends and the energy is invigorating.

Now the hard part... which dinner do you select?

Review these exclusive events below; you will select your dinner preference during the checkout process. The Thursday Vintner-Hosted dinners are only available through the VIP Auction Weekend package, Auction Weekend package, and the VIP Napa Valley Barrel Auction package.  

This is your chance to stand shoulder to shoulder with winemaking visionaries, taste some of the world’s greatest wines and stake your claim on incredible auction lots before anyone else.  

With more than 100 vintner offerings available, the Napa Valley Barrel Auction is a truly showstopping experience that defies comparison.

In an atmosphere charged with energy, ambition and passion for the classically exceptional 2024 Napa Valley vintage, you are not just a spectator — you are instrumental in delivering measurable impact with each bid you place. 

Napa Valley’s grandest community celebration takes place at the newly reimagined Robert Mondavi Winery where culinary delights greet you around every corner and the who’s who of Napa Valley brings their best.