Local artist Dorella Troup is pictured at an earlier Oakhurst Art & Wine Hop.
Spend a summer evening discovering the best of the Sierra foothills at the Oakhurst Art & Wine Hop on Thursday, Aug. 20 from 5-8 p.m.
Held on the third Thursday of each month from May through October, Art Hop invites visitors and locals to explore seven unique venues featuring local artists, wine tasting, delicious food and community throughout downtown Oakhurst.
Whether you’re wrapping up a day in Yosemite National Park, relaxing at Bass Lake or looking for a memorable evening close to home, Art Hop offers the perfect opportunity to explore galleries, local businesses and the vibrant arts community that makes Oakhurst unique.
Guests can ride the free Oakhurst Trolley between participating locations or follow the Art Hop map at their own pace while enjoying original artwork, local wines, great food and friendly hospitality.
This month’s participating artists include Don Davis, Julia Lee, Gina Mims, Erin Alstrom Cook, Carolyn De Anda, John Richard Minney, Laurie Rose Harry, Autumn Willison Ensign, Andrew Regner, Dorella Troup, Katie Wing, Nina Anctil, Kurt Starkey, Carolie Jensen, Linda Heitkamp and Jim Heitkamp.
Oakhurst Art & Wine Hop is set for Thursday, Aug. 20, 2026.
Wine tasting and more
Guests can purchase an official Oakhurst Art & Wine Hop keepsake tasting glass for $20 at participating tasting locations. Returning guests may bring back their Art Hop glass and purchase a tasting wristband for just $10.
Featured wineries in August so far include Hearst Ranch Winery, Arbuckle Ridge Winery, Fresno State Winery, Highway 12 Winery, Coqouelicot Estate Vineyard, Papagni Winery and Quady Winery. And a cocktail taste will be available from Oakhurst Spirits Distillery.
Due to this year’s exceptionally early grape harvest, participation from some wineries was still being finalized at press time.
Food vendors this month are set to include My Country Kitchen, L&J Mexican, The Green Machine, Clash, Sierra Ranch Chili and Tater Jo’s.
Allen Byus is pictured with members of his band Southern Comfort.
Keep the evening going at Yosemite Wine Tails where country artist Allen Byus will perform from 8:30-10 p.m. Concert tickets are available now on Eventbrite, “Oakhurst Art & Wine Hop.”
New this fall
Applications are now open for the new Art & Wine Hop Christmas Market taking place during the season finale on Thursday, Oct. 15.
The Christmas Market expands Art Hop by welcoming artists, makers, crafters and artisan vendors offering handcrafted gifts, holiday décor, specialty foods, jewelry, home goods and one-of-a-kind creations just in time to kick off the holiday shopping season.
“We’re excited to introduce the Art & Wine Hop Christmas Market as a way to celebrate the holidays while showcasing even more of the incredible creativity our community has to offer,” said Yosemite Wine Tails owner and Art Hop co-founder Colette Goga.
“It’s the perfect opportunity to shop local, support artists and makers and enjoy a festive evening in Oakhurst.”
Artists and makers interested in participating in the October Christmas Market are encouraged to apply soon as space is limited.
The Oakhurst Art & Wine Hop continues to grow as one of the Sierra foothills’ favorite monthly events, bringing together art, wine, food, music and community in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
For maps, participating locations, tickets and full event details visit www.OakhurstArtHop.com
Participating artists, wineries, food vendors and entertainment are subject to change.
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