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A simple place in a complex world.

Nestled at the base of the Vaca Mountains in Northern California, Winters is a small farming town that hearkens back to a simpler time. Despite its small size Winters is home to unique shops, restaurants, galleries, and a one-of-a-kind coffee house while at the same time offering its residents a host of amenities, recreation activities, and world-class cultural offerings within short driving distances. Its proximity to these attractions has allowed the town to retain its unique character and to avoid the traffic congestion and suburban clutter of many of its faster-growing Northern California counterparts.

Within a 13 mile radius of Winters is the University of California at Davis, the Mondavi Performing Arts Center and a full complement of retail outlets in Vacaville. For those who enjoy the beach and/or the mountains, the Pacific coast and the Sierra Mountain range are both within a 100 mile drive. For those seeking the city life, San Francisco (75 miles) and Sacramento (35 miles) are close enough to be visited on day trips. Closer to home is the world famous Napa Valley region and Lake Berryessa which offers boating, kayaking, hiking, fishing and camping. And finally, live entertainment is accessible each week in the heart of Winters at the Palms Playhouse.

Winters is home to a budding artist community and has become a favorite destination for bicycle enthusiasts. The city is host to many annual events such as Youth Day, The Earthquake Festival free summer concerts and St. Patrick and 4th of July day parades.

Learn more about the History of Winters from the Winters Express or learn about what people are thinking by visiting the Love Winters Blog.

Restaurants

There are a variety of options when dining in Winters including, among others, the nationally renowned Buckhorn Steak and Roadhouse, Tapas at Ficelle on Friday and Saturday nights and a one-of-a-kind coffee house (Steady Eddy's).

Buckhorn Steak and Roadhouse  2 Main St. 795-4503

Putah Creek Cafe and Bakery  210 Railroad Ave. 795-2682

Ficelle  5 E. Main St. 795-9593

Steady Eddy's Coffee House and Roastery  5 E. Main St. 795-3588

Tomats - California Cuisine  1123 W. Grant 795-3404

Chuy's Taqueria  208 Railroad Ave. 795-9811

El Pueblo Meat Market and Taqueria  43 Main St. 795-3450

Kountry Kitchen  11 W. Grant St. 795-2833

Pizza Factory  108 Main St. 795-9500

Round Table Pizza  196 E. Grant St. 795-1500

Lester Farms Bakery  606 Railroad Ave. 795-1474

Subway  180 E. Grant St. 795-9900

Cody's Deli and Catering  314 Railroad Ave. 795-2283

Ocean Restaurant (Chinese fare)  104 Main St. 795-4336

Dee Dee's Bar and Grill  4513 Putah Creek Rd. 795-2360

Entertainment

Check out the entertainment options in Winters.

Palms Playhouse

The Palms is located in the Winters Opera House. It seats 220, with first-come-first-served seating and has a dance floor, bar, and unlike its "Old Barn" predecessor, large modern restrooms, heating and air conditioning! Advance Ticket Purchase is recommended but tickets are available at the door if the show isn't sold out. [Photo: Howard Bruensteiner]

MPAC

Mondavi Center explores the full range of the performing arts, from the traditional to the innovative, and from diverse cultures and disciplines through presentation, education, public service, and research. Our mandate is to maintain a balance between our regional responsibility, fiscal responsibility, artistic integrity, and the educational mission of the University of California.

The Clayground

The Clayground is a working ceramics studio and a place where you can come and play with clay or paint (glaze) pre-made pottery. We offer small group classes for adults and children, as well as private wheel-throwing lessons, project-based workshops, and parties. We provide all the materials and supplies - you just show up and express your creativity!

Youth Day Parade

Come to one of many town celebrations and events.

  • April - Youth Day Parade and Festival at City Park.
  • May - The Winters Main Street "Garage Sale"
  • June - Quilt Show
  • August - Earthquake Festival
  • September - Festival de la Comunidad and Carnitas Cook-Off
  • Custom Car Nights - Second Tuesday during the summer.

Berryessa Gap

We make our wine and homes in the small farming community of Winters, California. Our vineyards lie on the east slope and beneath a break in California's Coastal Range known to locals as the Berryessa Gap, a prominent and beautiful landmark. We are very proud to offer award winning, 100% estate grown, Yolo County wines. We welcome you to stop by and visit.

Gazebo Concerts

Summer concerts at the Rotary Park Gazebo on the corner of Main Street and Railroad Avenue. The Winters Friends of the Library (WFOL) puts on summer concerts downtown during certain summer months. These are typically on Thursday evenings.

 
Berryessa Gap Vineyards  15 Main St. Winters, CA 530-795-3201
Turkovich Wines Tastingroom  304 Railroad Ave. Winters, CA 530-795-3842
Winters Theatre Company  201 Railroad Ave. Winters, CA 530-796-6187
Cache Creek Casino  14455 Highway 16, Brooks, CA 1-888-77-CACHE
Sacramento River Cats Triple A Baseball  1-916-371-HITS
Jelly Belly Factory Tour  1-800-9-JELLYBEAN (953-5592)
Recreation in and around Winters.
1906 Bridge

The City of Winters has been making many infrastructure improvements lately including the restoration of an old railroad bridge that was originally constructed in 1906. The bridge had been closed for a number of years before being reopened on its 100 year anniversary in 2006. The bridge is located near the community center and a nature trail that runs along Putah Creek and is used frequently by pedestrians as well as bicycle enthusiasts.

peacock

Lake Solano is in the coastal foothills west of Winters and sees more than 200,000 visitors per year. The park offers numerous picnic areas (that can be reserved) and canoes and paddle boats can be rented in the summer months. The park also features a children's fishing pond, hiking trails, volleyball facilities and a playground. The park is also known for its numerous peacocks that are often seen (and even more often heard). There is a $5.00 parking fee upon entering the park

The Clayground

The Clayground is a working ceramics studio and a place where you can come and play with clay or paint (glaze) pre-made pottery. We offer small group classes for adults and children, as well as private wheel-throwing lessons, project-based workshops, and parties. We provide all the materials and supplies - you just show up and express your creativity!

Abbey House Inn

Built in 1905, the Abbey House Inn Bed and Breakfast is a charming, restful stay in Winters, in northern California. A long-held secret of Yolo County, this quaint, old-fashioned country town is nestled in the "Blue Hills" and features a two-block historic downtown just a short stroll away. This setting is the perfect retreat for the vacation or business traveler.

Sky Diving

A tandem skydive at SkyDance is the ultimate introduction to skydiving. Whether your goal is to become a United States Parachute Association (USPA) certified skydiver or you just want to give it a try - Skydance Skydiving really is a world-class skydiving center, perfect for your first-time tandem skydive.

Hiking

You can take a leisurly scenic walk with the kids at Lake Salano Park (with plentiful bird life) or venture a little further west to Stebbins Cold Canyon Reserve for a more scenic a slightly more challenging hike!

 
Davis Bike Club  610 Third St. Davis, CA 530-756-0186
Buzzard's Roost Ranch  Winters, CA 530-795-4084
Napa Valley  1-707-226-7459
Napa Valley Balloons, Inc. (Hot air balloon rides)  1-800-253-2224
General Information
Artist portrayal of Downtown Winters

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Artisans

Many artists (from the quirky cartoonist, such as R. Crumb, to the widely-recognized and distributed, such as Penmakers) have long called Winters home and have found it to be the best-kept secret in Northern California. With the addition in recent years of art galleries and artist working studios, the art community of Winters has become more public and an increasing number of people are discovering this developing artist community.

Mural by the Clayground

(A Mural by the Clayground of Winters)

Regular art events include the Annual Harvest Festival and the Art Seen, hosted by Briggs & Co. Winters is now home to many artists working in a broad range of medium including mosaic, glass, wood, metal, pottery, other ceramic art, photography, painting, hand-made jewelry, and furniture.

Click here for background on local artists.

Links to Local Artist's Sites

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