End Your Day the Oakhurst Way at July’s Art & Wine Hop

End Your Day the Oakhurst Way at July’s Art & Wine Hop
By: Sierra News Posted On: July 08, 2026 View: 12

Summer evenings in the Sierra foothills don’t get much better than the Oakhurst Art & Wine Hop, returning Thursday, July 16, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Held on the third Thursday of each month from May through October, the monthly event transforms downtown Oakhurst into a celebration of art, wine, food, and community.

Whether you’re returning from Yosemite National Park, spending the week at Bass Lake, or simply looking for something different to do on a Thursday evening, Art Hop offers the perfect way to experience the creative side of Oakhurst.

Guests can ride the free Oakhurst Trolley between participating locations or follow the Art Hop map at their own pace while exploring seven unique venues featuring local artists, galleries, and businesses.

Featured Artists & Locations

Yosemite Wine Tails

  • Jim Morris
  • Laurie Rose Harry

Bodys by Boyd

  • Shelia Boyd
  • Kurt Starkey
  • Nina Anctil
  • Works by Bonnie Bisbee

Yosemite Sierra Artists Gallery
Meet Susan Cawthon and Dorella Troup while exploring new artwork from many additional local artists throughout the gallery.

Yosemite Gateway Art Center
Discover the work of Ludovico D’Angelo and Mari W, along with exhibitions throughout four galleries.

Fairfield Inn & Suites

  • Lisa Zylstra
  • Don Davis
  • Lubov Pavluk

Oakhurst Spirits Gallery

  • Barbara Liss
  • Gina Mims

Elderberry House

  • John Richard Minney
  • Mary Harsh
  • Erin Alstrom Cook

More Than Just Art

Art Hop isn’t just about viewing artwork—it’s about enjoying an entire evening out.

Come hungry and enjoy local favorites including L&J Mexican, Tater Jo’s, My Country Bakery & Grill, Green Machine, Culinary Cliffs, and Rob & Kris Catering. Elderberry House will also offer happy hour specials and a live DJ.

Wine Tasting Throughout Town

Wine enthusiasts can purchase an official Oakhurst Art & Wine Hop keepsake tasting glass for $20 at Yosemite Wine Tails, Bodys by Boyd, or Elderberry House and enjoy tastings throughout the evening.

Returning guests can bring back their Art Hop glass each month and purchase a tasting wristband for $10.

Featured wineries for July include Coquelicot Winery, Austin Hope, Ferguson Family Winery, Bella Grace, Glunz, and Tom Mackey. Oakhurst Spirits Distillery will also be serving a specialty cocktail tasting.

Keep the Evening Going

When Art Hop wraps up at 8:00 p.m., the evening continues with the Art & Wine Hop Concert Series. Guests can enjoy live music from Larry McPhail & Alannah Newman from 8:30 to 10:00 p.m. at Yosemite Wine Tails.

Advance tasting tickets and concert tickets are available through Eventbrite by searching “Oakhurst Art & Wine Hop,” allowing guests to skip the line upon arrival.

With free art viewing, local food, wine tasting, complimentary trolley service, and the flexibility to explore at your own pace, the Oakhurst Art & Wine Hop continues to be one of the Sierra foothills’ favorite summer traditions.

For maps, participating venues, tickets, and complete event details, visit OakhurstArtHop.com.

Wine, food vendors, artists, wineries, and activities are subject to change.

 

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