The Kennedy Gold Mine Speakers Series will present “Ancient Amador: An Inside Look at the Mokelumne Fossil Site” on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at the Kennedy Mine Change House in Jackson. Guest speaker Greg Francek, a Ranger/Naturalist with the East Bay Municipal Utility District, will share the story of fossil discoveries made in the Mokelumne...
Preston Castle will open its doors for its annual Halloween Haunt on October 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, and 24, 2026, in Ione. This nighttime walkthrough transforms the historic Preston Castle into a haunted attraction filled with eerie scenes, surprises, and scares throughout the building. The approximately 30-minute experience is open to all ages, although...
Come check out some cool rides from the past at Amador Cars & Coffee, a relaxed meet-Come check out some cool rides at Amador Cars & Coffee, a relaxed community meet-up for car and truck enthusiasts in Jackson. This free gathering welcomes all years, makes, and models, and everyone is invited whether you are bringing...
The Sutter Creek Farmers Market is back for 2026. Starting on May 2nd and running every Saturday through October 17th, the Sutter Creek Farmers Market will feature the best of agricultural, prepared foods, and handmade products of Amador County. The Sutter Creek Farmers Market will take place from 8:30 am to 11:30 am. The Sutter...
The Marine Corps League Mother Lode Detachment 1080 will host the Devil Dogs & Hot Rods Autumn Classic Car Show on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at the Italian Picnic Grounds in Sutter Creek. This community car show will bring together classic cars, veterans, families, vendors, and supporters for a day honoring service and celebrating local...
Amador College Connect will host Masquerade in Milan, its signature fall fundraiser, on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at Domenico Winery in Ione. Guests are invited to enjoy an elegant Milan-inspired evening featuring dinner, wine, beer, an auction, and live music by The Kool Shifters. The event supports Amador College Connect and its work helping provide...
Blues guitarist and vocalist Chris Cain will perform at the Sutter Creek Theatre on Saturday, October 17, 2026. A veteran performer with decades of touring and recording behind him, Cain blends traditional blues with jazz influences and draws inspiration from artists including B.B. King, Albert King, Ray Charles, and Albert Collins. Known for both his...
Preston Castle will open its doors for its annual Halloween Haunt on October 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, and 24, 2026, in Ione. This nighttime walkthrough transforms the historic Preston Castle into a haunted attraction filled with eerie scenes, surprises, and scares throughout the building. The approximately 30-minute experience is open to all ages, although...
Are you the kind of person who loves a good treasure hunt? If so, the Old Sutter Creek Flea Market is definitely for you! Held every 3rd Sunday of the month at the Italian Picnic Grounds, it's a great place to find all sorts of antiques, collectibles and vintage items. And once you've filled up...
Returning for the second year is the now rebranded Volcano Farmers Market. Discover the charm of small town Volcano, the newest addition to Amador County's farmers market scene. Beginning on April 27th and then held every third Sunday from May 18th through December 21st, this market is open from 9:30 am till 12:30 pm on...
The 7th Annual Amador County Guns and Hoses Softball Tournament returns on Sunday, October 18 for a day of friendly competition between local police and fire personnel. Hosted by Amador Fire, this community event invites spectators to come cheer on local first responders while enjoying food, drinks, raffle prizes, and a fun atmosphere for all...
The City of Ione, in association with Mule Creek State Prison, the Mule Creek Employees Association, and Greenbroke Music, will present Movies, Monsters & Moonlight on Friday, October 23, 2026, at the Ione Amphitheater. This family-friendly Halloween celebration will feature trunk-or-treating, costume and decorated “trunk” contests, and an outdoor family movie. Mule Creek Employees Association...
