Local Event

20th Annual Blessing Of The Grapes At New Clairvaux Vineyard In Vina, CA

Cost: Free

Experience a 900 year old tradition at New Clairvaux Vineyard's 20th Annual Blessing of the Grapes on Saturday, August, 1 2026.

Held on the grounds of the historic Abbey of New Clairvaux in Vina, this beloved community celebration begins with the Monks Market at 9:00 AM, featuring monk-made goods, local agricultural vendors, and artisans. At 10:30 AM, the Trappist-Cistercian monks of the Abbey of New Clairvaux will perform the traditional Blessing of the Grapes, offering prayers for the fruits of the harvest, the laborers, and community. Following the ceremony, guests are invited to enjoy wine tasting, mobile catering, tours, shopping, and more from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

There is no cost to attend the event. Wine tasting is available for a small tasting fee and includes a commemorative stemless wine glass available exclusively at this event.

9:00 AM – Monks Market Opens

Monk-made goods, local vendors, and artisan products

10:30 AM – Blessing of the Grapes Ceremony

11:00 AM – 2:00 PM – Wine Tasting, Mobile Catering, Tours & Shopping

Celebrate harvest, community, and tradition in one of California's most historic wine regions.

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• wine tasting
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• monks of vina
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• New Clairvaux Vineyard
• Things to do in Vina, CA
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