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Event Calendar

Wednesday, November 29th

iona swift

from 9pm

All Original and Acoustic Folk-adelic Soul!

Original songwriting all can enjoy. See you here!

Saturday, June 22nd

drag brunch: Pride edition

Seatings at 11am & 1pm

It’s Giving… at The Nash!

TWO fabulously fun drag shows with top-notch performers from all over the state of California! Come celebrate Nevada City pride in the historical National Exchange Hotel. Brunch food and beverage available for purchase from Lola Dining.

Tickets $25 per person.

Wednesdays in July

Hot Summer nights

6pm to 9:30pm

Nevada City’s love letter to Summer!

This street festival of art and music, has been an annual tradition in this quaint, scenic – and sometimes quirky – community, for 31 years. This free event takes place on three Wednesday evenings: July 17, 24 & 31, 2024 from 6:00 to 9:30pm.

December 10th

Songs of the season

7pm

Celebrate the holidays on December 10th with Grammy-winning Tommy Coster and acclaimed musician Anthony Jones at Songs of the Season. This free event at the historic Nash Bar blends festive classics with soulful originals in an intimate, charming setting.

Music starts at 7:00 PM—arrive early to secure your spot for an unforgettable evening!

December 11th & 18th

Holiday vICTORIAN tea

Seatings at 2PM

Celebrate the season with a touch of timeless elegance. Join us for a Holiday Victorian Tea in our beautifully adorned Empire Room, where historic charm meets the festive spirit of the holidays.

Indulge in a selection of fine teas, seasonal treats, and holiday-inspired delights. Surrounded by the warm glow of our historic setting, it’s the perfect way to embrace the magic of the season.

Reserve your place today and make it a holiday tradition to treasure. Spaces are limited!

$70 per guest.

December 25th

Christmas dinner

Seatings FROM 2-7PM

This Christmas, treat yourself and your loved ones to an unforgettable culinary celebration nestled in the elegance of the Lola dining room. Our five-course holiday dinner is a feast for the senses, blending festive flavors with a touch of timeless charm.

Seats are limited, so don’t wait to secure your place at the table. Let’s make this Christmas one to remember!

$100 per guest.

December 31st

A national new year!

Seatings FROM 5-9:30PM

Say goodbye to the old year in style and welcome the new one with a culinary experience to remember. Join us in the elegant Lola dining doom for a five-course New Year’s Eve dinner that blends sophistication, flavor, and celebration.

Indulge in a thoughtfully crafted menu that celebrates the flavors of the season. Elevate your experience with optional wine pairings for each course, perfectly curated for $50 per guest.

$100 per guest.

Recurring Events

Every Monday

Music Mondays

6-8PM At the National Bar

Where Local Music Happens! Join us in the Nash Bar for a rotating roster of local musicians every Monday.

Celtic Sessions at The National Exchange Hotel Bar

Every Thursday

Celtic Sessions

5-8 pm At the National Bar

Sing and play along to Celtic favorites with local and traveling musicians!

Every Friday

Tommy Coster

7-9 pm At the National Bar

Join us every Friday for an eclectic musical mix from the Grammy Award winning musician. 

 

Drag Queen Bingo at the National Exchange Hotel

Every 3rd Wednesday

Drag Queen BIngo!

At the National Bar

Come join Nevada City’s premiere bingo night at the Historic National Exchange Hotel.

Hosted by the most famous drag queens, south-east of the Yuba River. 3 rounds, 3 illustrious prizes. Reserve your ticket today for your chance to win big!

Space is limited and may sell out quickly. Limited tickets at the door are available and subject to change without notice. Participants are encouraged to reserve dinner before 8pm in Lola for full dinner menu.

9-11pm

Coming Soon

AUGUST 2023

TBA

SEPTEMBER 2023

TBA

OCTOBER EVENTS:

Wild West Wednesdays get Wicked!

During the month of October, the mid-week happenings in the National Bar get a little wicked!

“Leather and Lace”

October 5

A Stevie Nicks dance party!

Drag Queen Bingo

October 19

Drag Queens Tye and Cloaca embrace their dark side at Drag Queen Bingo

A Phantom of the Opera Dining Experience

October 26

The evening begins with a 4-course dinner with a screening of the 1920’s Phantom of the
Opera with live musical accompaniment upstairs in the beautiful Empire Room. Dinner
followed by a Phantom themed dance party in The National Bar.

“During the day, i don’t believe in ghosts. at night, i’m a little more open-minded.”

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