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    Murphys Irish Day

    Each year on the third Saturday in March, thousands of people gather in Murphys to honor its Celtic heritage and to celebrate as only the Irish can.

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    Every first Saturday in October the historic town of Murphys transforms into a frenzy of activity with two renowned events – the Calaveras Grape Stomp and the Gold Rush Street Faire. Celebrate Autumn in Murphys!

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    A favorite of locals, every year on the first Friday in December, Murphys celebrates the start of the holiday season with old-fashioned community celebration featuring a holiday parade, treats, and local wines.

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    Murphys Irish Day Parade Applications Available

    Parade Applications are here!  As you all know, it is impossible to accommodate everyone who would like to be part of the parade so you'll want to get your application back to our coordinators, Carrie & Jody, as soon as possible. Sp

    Murphys Irish Day Vendor Applications Available Now!

    Murphys Irish Day will be back on Saturday, March 18th, 2023.  You can expect all the usual fun, including our hometown parade, lots of live entertainment, a street lined with local and artisan vendors, and plenty of food & treats, of

    Murphys Annual Open House & Parade Are Coming on December 2, 2022

    Rain or Shine, Murphys will be hosting our Annual Open House from 5-8 pm on December 2nd from 5-8pm complete with a parade at 5:30pm!  Thankfully, it appears as though Mother Nature is going to cooperate, though.  The storm is over, the s

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Did you know Nelson's Candy Kitchen has been creat Did you know Nelson's Candy Kitchen has been creating handmade confections since the late 1800s, making it one of the oldest candy shops in Northern California?  With Valentine's Day less than two weeks away you could shop for treats elsewhere but would you want to 🤷‍♀️ 
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What is your favorite candy at Nelson's?

#nelsonscandykitchen #murphysca #calaverascounty #northerncalifornia #californiaadventure #valentinesdaycandy
Hints of yesterday's snowstorm can still be found Hints of yesterday's snowstorm can still be found on Historic Main 💙

#murphysca #calaverascounty #travelcalifornia #californiaadventure #californiawinter
Is President's Wine Weekend happening this year? Y Is President's Wine Weekend happening this year? Yes and No! Read more to get the 411 👇 
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As of last year, Presidents Wine Weekend is now Spring Wine Weekend!  Same great event, just with a new name and date. Here's all the info you need to know:
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🌸  Spring Wine Weekend, April 22nd - 23rd
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🌸  Tickets go on sale on January 21st 
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Save this post so you can easily purchase tickets when they become available (link in bio).

📷: @vina_moda #murphysca #drinkcalaveras #calaverascounty #californiawines #travelcalifornia
Flashing back to Murphys in the 1950s! Can you nam Flashing back to Murphys in the 1950s! Can you name any businesses that are operating in these buildings today? If you look super closely you even can make out a business that has been operating since 1856!

📸: @ricklyons1111 

#murphysca #gocalaveras #californiatravel #californiaadventure #onlyinnortherncalifornia #hwy4
Wishing you a very Merry Christmas. May it be fill Wishing you a very Merry Christmas. May it be filled with love, laughter and a little Christmas magic.
Mark your calendars! We are only 3 months away fro Mark your calendars! We are only 3 months away from Murphys 30th Irish Day celebration on Sat, March 18th.  While we realize the event is still a ways off we highly recommend:
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1️⃣ Reserving your lodging now. Places fill up fast! 
2️⃣ Vendors get your applications in. Now available at link in bio! 
3️⃣ Tell your friends (if you want them to come 😉)
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Follow us to ensure you don’t miss any of Murphys' annual celebratations!

📸: @tanner_vineyards #murphysirishday #murphysca #calaverascounty #irishday #onlyinnortherncalifornia #californiatravel #californiaadventure
Let’s be honest, it’s not the holidays till yo Let’s be honest, it’s not the holidays till you’ve had eggnog ice cream from @jomas_artisan_ice_cream 😋

#murphysca #holidayicecream #calaverascounty #californiachristmas
This pic pretty much encapsulates how excited we a This pic pretty much encapsulates how excited we are for winter adventures that await just minutes from our village! Here are a just few winter activities that you can enjoy near Murphys:

🎿 Cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, sledding, and tubing at @bvadventure 

⛷️ Snowboarding or downhill skiing at @bearvalleyresort. Psst... Fri, 16th is Ski Free Day! 

🌲  Sledding or guided snowshoe hikes among the giants at @calaverasbigtrees. Then warm up with hot cocoa in their warming hut! 

Follow us for more ways to enjoy your visit to Murphys! 

📸: @use_those_wings #murphysca #calaverascounty #bearvalley #ebbettspass #californiasnow #californiaadventure #californiatravel
Even pooches enjoy a stroll down Historic Main 🐶 Where's your fave Murphys' stop with a fuzzy friend? 
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📷  @aspenthe.aussie, cintiaaaromero, @nurse_owens, @miss_tex, meganloren, @vina_moda
While we are most known for our wine, did you know While we are most known for our wine, did you know we also have a great craft beer scene? As they say, it takes a lot of great beer to make great wine 😆 Here are a few of our favorite local spots to grab a pint: 

🍻 @the_watering_hole_murphys 

🍻 @murphys_irishpub 

🍻 @murphys.pourhouse 

Follow us for more info like this! 

📸: @murphyspourhouse #murphysca #calaverascounty #murphysca #craftbeer #californiabeer #travelcalifornia
We hate to say it but if you missed Friday night's We hate to say it but if you missed Friday night's Holiday Open House you missed a great way to start the holidays 🎄🤶🎅 Here are some of our fav pics of the festive night, as shared by you!
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Thank you to everyone who attended, participated, and supported the event.  Also a special thank you to our fire pit sponsors: Gold Electric, @brighteyed.and.bushytailed, Cedar Creek Realty, Century 21 – Sierra Properties, DEA Bathroom Machineries, Ebbetts Pass Accounting, @gatewaypress, @gorilladirt, @murphys.pourhouse, @murphysvacationhomes, @newsomeharlowwines, and Shelby French with ReMax Gold.
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📷 : @darbini, @_kkarr_, @stephanie_burton1, @the_spice_tin, @mrsbrookhill, @sloborean96
With a light dusting of snow, there will be no sho With a light dusting of snow, there will be no shortage of holiday magic at tonight’s Holiday Open House!  If you are in the area tonight from 5-8 pm join us for these festivities:
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🌟 Fire pits along Historic Main
🌟 Our hometown lighted parade at 5:30 pm
🌟 Pictures with Santa & Mrs. Claus at V Restaurant
🌟 A Christmas photo booth at Cedar Creek Reality
🌟 Roasted chestnuts at @the_spice_tin
🌟 Live music at @boylemac, @murphys_irishpub, @jazzcellars, @newsomeharlowwines, & @the_watering_hole_murphys
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Murphys Irish Pub Open Mic

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Murphys Irish Pub Open Mic

At the Murphys Irish Pub, we pride ourselves on being […]

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Trivia Night

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Murphys Irish Pub Open Mic

At the Murphys Irish Pub, we pride ourselves on being […]

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Trivia Night

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Murphys Irish Pub Open Mic

At the Murphys Irish Pub, we pride ourselves on being […]

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Trivia Night

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Trivia Night

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Murphys Business Association Monthly Membership Meeting

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Heavenly Chocolate Festival

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Murphys Irish Pub Open Mic

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  • Murphys Annual Open House & Parade Are Coming on December 2, 2022

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