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2025 Quilt Show
2025-10-04 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-10-03 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Amador County Fairgrounds, 18621 Sherwood Street, Plymouth, CA, 95669, United States
The Sierra Gold Quilters’ Guild invites you to the 2025 Quilt Show at the Amador County Fairgrounds in Plymouth, California. The show takes place Friday, October 3rd from 10 am to 5 pm and Saturday, October 4th from 10 am to 4 pm. Admission is $10.

This year’s event will showcase over 150 quilts on display, including the Color Wheel Quilt Challenge. Guests can also browse the Country Store and take part in the auction featuring small quilts, large quilts, and baskets. A variety of vendors will be on site, including Material Girlfriends, Stitches of Joy, Quilts by Kat, and Elk Grove Sewing & Vac. Lunch will be available for purchase from Event Advantage and BBQ Express.

The Quilt Show is a wonderful opportunity to experience the artistry and craftsmanship of local quilters, shop for unique items, and enjoy a day surrounded by creativity. For more details, visit sgqg.org.

Sutter Creek Farmers Market
2025-10-04 08:30 - 11:30, 2025-09-27 08:30 - 11:30, 2025-09-20 08:30 - 11:30, 2025-09-13 08:30 - 11:30, 2025-09-06 08:30 - 11:30 | North Main Street Parking Lot, Gopher Flat Road and Main Street, Sutter Creek, California, 95685, United States
The Sutter Creek Farmers Market is back for 2025. Starting on May 3rd and running every Saturday through October 18th, 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 Creek Farmers Market is produced by the Amador Farmers Market Association. In 2025, the Association is also producing Farmers Markets in Ione, Plymouth, and Volcano. The Amador Farmers Market Association is a member of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and the California Women, Infant, & Children Food Assistant Program (WIC) and they accept payment from both programs.

As the Association says, “Meet your farmer. Enjoy locally-grown foods and flowers. Listen to live music. Get Fresh, Have Fun!”

For more information about the Farmers Market Association, please visit: amadorfarmersmarket.com/about-amador-farmers-market.For a list of vendors at the Farmers Market, please visit: amadorfarmersmarket.com/vendor-list.Call all local farmers, food provers, and artisans. You can join the vendor family this season. Please visit the vendor information and application at: amadorfarmersmarket.com/vendor-application.

Amador County Museum Wine & Cheese Tasting
2025-09-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Amador County Museum, 225 Church Street, Jackson, California, 95642, United States
Enjoy an evening at the Amador County Museum for the 10th Annual Wine & Cheese Tasting. This fundraiser features local wines and cheeses, live music by Bruce Langston from 6 to 8 pm, and a raffle with exciting prizes. The museum and mine model will be open for tours from 5:30 to 6:30 pm, giving guests the chance to explore Amador County’s rich history before settling in for the evening.

This year’s special guest speaker is historian Frank Tortorich, who will present on the Argonaut Mine Disaster, offering a fascinating perspective on one of the most significant events in local mining history.

Tickets are $40 per person, with proceeds supporting the construction of a new Livery Building for the museum.

For tickets and more information, visit amadorcountyhistoricalsociety.org or call 209-256-8124.

Fall Gathering at the Ranch
2025-09-27 17:00 - 20:30 | Casino Mine Ranch, 13608 Shenandoah Road, Plymouth, California, 95669, United States
The Amador Cancer Research Foundation invites you to the Fall Gathering at the Ranch on Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 5:00 to 8:30 pm at Casino Mine Ranch Winery, located at 10690 Shenandoah Road in Plymouth. This 21-and-over event offers an evening of small plates and elevated appetizers served alongside wine available by the glass or bottle. Guests will enjoy a silent auction, followed by an exciting live auction led by Auctioneer Justin Trick, with KCRA’s Tamara Berg serving as the evening’s guest host.

The gathering also recognizes the recipient of the 2025 Christine and Helen Landgraf Memorial Fund research grant, which continues a long tradition of supporting cancer research at the UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Amador Cancer Research Foundation, which has funded innovative work in cancer treatment, diagnosis, and care for more than 50 years.

Tickets are $100 plus an $8.55 service fee. Gates open at 5:00 pm, with free parking available on site. Tickets are sold exclusively online and will not be available at the door. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fall-gathering-at-the-ranch-tickets-1373984818579. To learn more about the Amador Cancer Research Foundation (ACRF), please visit https://amadorcancerresearchfoundation.org.

Knight Foundry Demonstration Days
2025-09-27 10:00 - 15:00, 2025-09-13 10:00 - 15:00 | Knight Foundry, 81 Eureka Street, Sutter Creek, CA, 95685, United States
The Knight Foundry, dubbed “America’s last water-powered foundry and machine shop,” opens it doors every second Saturday for tours of the Foundry. Come see blacksmiths using antique tools and equipment just as they would have done during the Gold Rush-era. Learn the history of this shop that did much than just forge metal but that invented and produced mechanical works of wonder that allowed the mining industry to thrive throughout the West. The Foundry is a special place, listed on the National Register of Historic Places and recognized as a National Historic Mechanical Engineering Landmark and a California Registered Historical Landmark.

The Knight Foundry Second Saturday Tours are open from 10 am to 3 pm every Second Saturday of the Month. Admission is $15 for adults 18 and old, $5 for students age 5 to 17, and free for children under 5. Admission is free for Knight Foundry Alliance members and for members of a museum affiliated with the North American Reciprocal Membership program. Tickets are sold at the door, no reservations are necessary.

The Knight Foundry is located at 81 Eureka Street in Sutter Creek, California. For more information about the Foundry, please visit their website at knightfoundry.com or contact the Foundry at 209-560-6160 or info@knightfoundry.com.

Sounds of September
2025-09-26 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-09-19 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-09-12 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-09-05 19:00 - 21:00 | McGee Park (Plymouth Park), Main Street, Plymouth, CA, 95669, United States
The City of Plymouth invites you to enjoy the Sounds of September, a free outdoor concert series at McGee Park in downtown Plymouth. Each Friday evening in September, local and regional bands will take the stage to bring you great live music under the stars. Events begin at 6 pm with food and vendors, and the music runs from 7–9 pm.

Food vendors and local favorites such as Reigning Bees Apiary, Vintage Lover 1960, Sunnyhill Suds, and Honey from the Rock will be on hand each week, serving up delicious bites, beverages, and unique treats. Bring your family, friends, and lawn chairs for a fun and lively evening in the heart of Plymouth.

Schedule of Bands

September 5: Rocker Box (Food: BBQ Express)

September 12: Tonal Recall (Food: Wok & Roll, T’s Tasty Treats)

September 19: Green Broke Music (Food: Armando’s Tacos & Salty Sweet)

September 26: Doppelgänger (Food: Armando’s Tacos & Salty Sweet)

For more information, contact the City of Plymouth at info@cityofplymouth.org

Frankly Bluegrass Music Festival
2025-09-21 09:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-20 09:00 - 21:00, 2025-09-19 09:00 - 21:00 | Amador County Fairgrounds, 18621 Sherwood Street, Plymouth, CA, 95669, United States
The Frankly Bluegrass Music Festival returns to the scenic Amador County Fairgrounds for its second year. Festival-goers can expect a lively three-day celebration of music, camping, food, drinks, arts and crafts, and unforgettable performances under the stars. Located in the historic foothill town of Plymouth, California, this all-ages event invites attendees to enjoy one of the region’s most spirited musical gatherings in a beautiful, welcoming setting.

The festival officially runs Friday through Sunday, September 19–21, 2025, with early camping beginning Wednesday, September 17. Attendees are encouraged to bring RVs or tents, or stay at nearby hotels such as the Best Western Amador Inn in Jackson, which offers a discounted rate for festival guests. Delicious food will be available from morning to evening, alongside a wide selection of craft vendors and a booth serving adult beverages. The event will take place rain or shine.

Musical acts span genres including bluegrass, Americana, and Hawaiian music, and include both national favorites and local talent. The band performance schedule will be announced closer to the event date.

Performers include:

Danny Paisley & The Southern Grass

Seth Mulder & Midnight Run

Kevin Prater Band

Monroe Crossing

Larry Efaw & The Bluegrass Mountaineers

The High Water Line

Caltucky

Red Dog Ash

John Cruz

Tickets begin at $95 without camping or single day tickets at $35 for Friday or Saturday and $25 for Sunday. Camping is also available during the festival. The Amador County Fairgrounds is located at 18621 Sherwood Street in Plymouth. For more information, purchase tickets, and updates, please visit the new and improved Plymouth Frankly Bluegrass Festival website at plymouthfranklybgfestival.com.

Fiddlers Jam
2025-09-20 11:00 - 17:00 | Fiddletown, Fiddletown, CA, 95629, United States
Once again, Fiddletown is “Taking It to the Street” for the 74th Annual Fiddlers’ Jam, a lively celebration of the town’s musical roots and community spirit. This year’s event takes place on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM in historic downtown Fiddletown. One of the few free fiddlers’ jams in the country, the event features live music, a fiddle contest, open mic performances, and informal acoustic jams—so bring your instrument and join in.

The festival also includes microbrew beer, award-winning wines, food vendors, and artisan crafts. Visitors can explore the town’s rich history through tours of its preserved Gold Rush-era buildings, making the Fiddlers’ Jam a full day of music, culture, and community.

Admission is free. Parking is limited near the event, so guests are encouraged to carpool when possible. Additional parking is available a short walk away. The event is presented by the Fiddletown Community Center. For more information, visit fiddletowncc.org or email info@fiddletowncc.org.

Ione's Harvest Faire
2025-09-20 09:00 - 15:00 | Ione Main Street, Main Street, Ione, California, 95640, United States
Celebrate the season at Ione’s Harvest Faire, a free community event filled with food, music, vendors, and fun for the whole family. Stroll through craft booths, enjoy delicious offerings from local food trucks, and take part in fall-themed contests and activities.

Highlights include live music, a sidewalk chalk art contest, a pumpkin pie baking contest, a dog costume contest, and hands-on pumpkin decorating. Kids and adults alike will find plenty of fall-themed fun to enjoy.

The Harvest Faire is proudly presented by the Ione Business & Community Association (IBCA). For more details, visit myione.com or call (209) 890-5571.

Plymouth Farmers Market
2025-09-18 17:00 - 20:00, 2025-09-11 17:00 - 20:00, 2025-09-04 17:00 - 20:00 | McGee Park (Plymouth Park), Main Street, Plymouth, CA, 95669, United States
Get ready for the return of the Plymouth Farmers Market at McGee Park this August 2025! Every Thursday from August 7th through September 25th, from 5 PM to 8 PM, the market will be filled with fresh produce, local foods from restaurants and food trucks, handmade crafts, and live music. This community event is perfect for the whole family to enjoy a summer evening.

In 2025, the Amador Farmers Market Association is also hosting markets in Sutter Creek, Ione, and Volcano, creating vibrant spaces to meet your local farmers and artisans. As a certified market, it proudly accepts WIC and SNAP, making it accessible to all.

Come and experience the heart of California’s motherlode with locally-grown foods, flowers, and a welcoming atmosphere. Interested in becoming a vendor? Visit amadorfarmersmarket.com for more information, vendor applications, and the full list of participating vendors.

“Meet your farmer. Enjoy locally-grown foods and flowers. Listen to live music. Get Fresh, Have Fun!”

MVCC Fall Camp Plymouth Military Vehicle Show & Swap Meet
2025-09-13 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-12 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-11 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-10 08:00 - 17:00 | Amador County Fairgrounds, 18621 Sherwood Street, Plymouth, CA, 95669, United States
The Military Vehicle Collectors of California (MVCC) invites you to their Fall Camp Plymouth Military Vehicle Show and Swap Meet. This is one of the largest annual military vehicle and militaria swap meets in the western United States, featuring privately owned military vehicles of all types and conditions, a huge parts and memorabilia market, and fun for the whole family.

Admission and visitor parking are free at the Amador County Fairgrounds next to the Tent Sector campground. All ex-military vehicles are welcome, with no vehicle registration fee.

Special events include ladies’ activities on Thursday and Friday, an MVCC member meeting with 2026 news, and a guided excursion to the Kennedy Gold Mine on Thursday.

Lodging options include cabins, RVs, and trailers with group discounts at 49er Village. Tent camping is available only at the adjacent fairgrounds. Golf cart and RV rentals (including setup and delivery discounts) can be arranged through the MVCC website. Hotels, restaurants, and over 40 Amador County wineries are nearby.

For campsite and cabin reservations, visit www.mvccnews.net or contact Jennifer at MVCCCampmistress@yahoo.com or 209-304-2592.

AmadorArts Summer Concert Series
2025-09-05 18:00 - 20:00 | CA
Presented by Amador Arts, this beloved summer tradition brings live music to scenic outdoor venues every Friday evening (formerly referred as the TGIF Summer Concert Series). Grab your picnic blanket, bring the whole family, and enjoy a variety of local and regional talent in settings that showcase the beauty of Amador County. Food and beverages are available for purchase at many venues, and donations to the bucket at intermission help keep the music alive. Pets and outside alcohol are not permitted.

Each event is hosted at a different venue throughout the county, including historic locations like Kennedy Gold Mine and community parks like Pine Grove Park and Mollie Joyce Park. While all concerts are free, AmadorArts encourages attendees to donate during intermission to support future programming. Concerts are held from 6 to 8 PM, rain or shine, and often include fun, family-friendly extras like free art activities for kids. Bring your own picnic or enjoy food and drinks available for purchase on site or nearby.

List of Performances:

May 23 – Kool Shifters at Laughton Ranch, Jackson

May 30 – Stealing the Covers at Kennedy Gold Mine, Jackson

June 13 – Double Take Band at Mollie Joyce Park, Pioneer

June 27 – BabyBacks at Bella Grace, Sutter Creek

July 11 – Doppelgänger at Mollie Joyce Park, Pioneer

July 18 – Jadon Kulling at The Gardens at Sutter Creek

July 25 – Teal Wheels at Kennedy Gold Mine, Jackson

August 8 – Over the Edge at Volcano Amphitheatre, Volcano

August 15 – The Last Call at Mother Lode Land Trust, Jackson

August 22 – Blowbacks at Biacci Stage, Amador County Fairgrounds, Plymouth

August 29 – Room Shakers at Pine Grove Park, Pine Grove

September 5 – Black Irish Band at Cribbs Field, Minnie Provis Park, Sutter Creek

AmadorArts is a nonprofit organization dedicated to developing, elevating, and celebrating the arts and cultural community in rural Amador County. As a designated State-Local Partner to the California Arts Council, they offer concerts, classes, poetry readings, and other programming year-round. Founded in 1982, AmadorArts operates out of the historic Sutter Creek Grammar School.

Amador County Deputy Sheriff K9 Fund 4th Annual Dinner
2025-09-05 17:00 - 21:00 | Laughton Ranch, 90 Clinton Road, Jackson, CA, 95642, United States
The Amador County Deputy Sheriff K9 Fund will host its 4th Annual Fundraiser BBQ Dinner on Friday, September 5, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM at Laughton Ranch, 90 Clinton Road, Jackson, CA. This evening event will feature a full BBQ dinner, live music, a no-host bar, and raffle prizes, all benefiting the Sheriff’s Office K9 program. Funds raised will help provide specialized equipment and additional training for the K9 teams.

Tickets are $50 for adults, $40 for children, and $340 for a reserved table of eight. Guests will also have the chance to meet some of the K9 units during the evening.

Tickets are available online at brownpapertickets.com.

Sutter Creek Fireman's Ball
2025-08-30 17:30 - 22:00 | Sutter Creek Fire Protection District Firehouse, 350 Hanford Street, Sutter Creek, CA, 95685, United States
The Fireman’s Ball returns to Sutter Creek on Saturday, August 30, 2025, continuing a tradition that’s been beloved by generations of locals. Held each Labor Day weekend, this classic community celebration combines great food, music, and hometown spirit, all in support of the Sutter Creek Fire Department.

The event begins at 5:30 PM at the Sutter Creek Firehouse (350 Hanford Street) with a no-host bar and an evening raffle and auction. Dinner is served at 6:30 PM and features tri-tip and spaghetti prepared by the Sutter Creek firefighters, followed by a homemade dessert bar courtesy of the Sutter Creek Kindness Club. From 7:30 to 10:00 PM, guests can enjoy live music and dancing with Darin Sexton & Highway 49.

Tickets are $40 for adults and $15 for children under 12. Seating will be available inside the fire bay or outdoors in the shaded area behind the firehouse, rain or shine. The Fireman’s Ball is hosted by the Sutter Creek Community Benefit Foundation, the Sutter Creek Fire Department, and the Rotary Club Passport to Amador. Tickets can be purchased at suttercreekfoundation.org or directly at zeffy.com.
