Flannel & Foliage
A fall fan festival is coming to Danville, October 23 โ€“ 25 ๐Ÿ‚
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Flannel & Foliage Fan Festival in Danville, CA

OCT 23 - 25, 2026

Flannel & Foliage

Flannel & Foliage brings three days of fall to Danville this October.
Here's how to make a weekend of it.
Hotel Packages

About the Festival

Happening October 23 โ€“ 25, 2026 in Danville, CA

General admission is free, with a limited number of VIP tickets available for small-group sessions. Expect meet and greets and photo ops with stars Yanic Truesdale, Kelly Bishop, Sean Gunn, Scott Patterson, and more, plus live music, trivia, scavenger hunts, screenings, and an autumn artisanal market. More Info โ†’

Flannel & Foliage is an independent event produced by Small Town Venture and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by any television network, studio, or parent entertainment company. 

Win 2 All-Access Passes!

We're giving away a pair of all-access passes to Flannel & Foliage, including a 2-night stay at the AC Hotel Pleasanton, and $50 gift cards to Crumbs Danville, Locanda Ravello, and Sideboard Kitchen

Enter to win on Tiktok and/or Instagram. Like the giveaway post on either channel, follow @visittrivalley, and tag a friend in the comments. Tag additional friends in separate comments to enter multiple times, and enter on both channels for even more chances to win.

Entries close 9/25/26 at 12PM PST. One winner will be chosen at random from all entries across both channels and announced on 9/25/26 by 5PM PST. 

Exploring Downtown Danville

Everything you need for the weekend, from getting here and parking to a few of our favorite places, with most close enough to walk between.

Getting There

Danville is right off I-680, about 35 minutes from Oakland and an hour from San Francisco.

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Where to Park

Downtown has free public parking lots and street parking.

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Coffee & Breakfast
Maison Benoit

French bakery and cafรฉ with award-winning croissants.

Crumbs Danville

Colorful breakfast & lunch spot with a huge menu & bar.

Life is Sweet Bakery

Fully gluten-free bakery with pastries and breakfast.

Browse our Cafes
Restaurants
Danville Harvest

Seasonal California fare with a people-watching patio.

Danville Brewing Company

Brewpub with house beers and a dog-friendly patio.

Locanda Ravello

Adorable vibes & authentic Italian wood-fired pizzas, pastas, and drinks.

Where to Eat
Hand holding a scoop of cookie dough ice cream in a waffle cone in front of Lottieโ€™s Creamery in Danville.
Sweets
Lottie's Creamery

Artisan ice cream with house-made waffle cones.

Danville Chocolates

House-made gourmet chocolates, truffles, and sweets

Corner of Brazil

Family-run Brazilian cafe with acai bowls and crepes.

More Sweet Spots
Shopping
Cottage Jewel

Vintage jewelry, decor, and curiosities.

Rakestraw Books

Independent bookstore with handwritten staff picks.

Favorite Story

Stationery, pens, and paper goods.

Browse More Shops
Things to Do
Iron Horse Trail

Flat, shaded trail running straight through downtown.

Museum of San Ramon Valley

Life-sized train car & rotating exhibits in an 1891 train depot.

Pinot's Palette

Paint-and-sip studio with no experience necessary.

Explore the Tri-Valley
Night Life
Elliott's

Danville's dive bar since 1907. Shuffleboard & games. Cash only.

Crush'd Wine Bar + Kitchen

Wine, cocktails, and small plates in a warm place.

Auburn Lounge

Cocktail bar with speakeasy feel and live music.

Find Things to Do in Danville

Make a Day of It

The herd sits in the middle of a downtown built for wandering.

Where to Eat

First Street runs right through the herd, lined with patios, counters, and full sit-down dinners. Most are a two minute walk from an elephant.

Where to Sip

Over forty local wineries and multiple craft breweries are located just a short drive from our elephants.

Exploring Downtown

Downtown has over fifteen murals to view, boutique shopping, the Bankhead Theater, and the world's longest-burning light bulb a few minutes away.

Hotel Packages & Deals

Book any of these festival hotel packages and get early festival check-in on event morning.

AC Hotel Pleasanton

~15 minutes to Danville

Directly across from Stoneridge Shopping Center and steps from dining and West Dubln/Pleasanton BART station.

Guestrooms feature hardwood floors and spa-style showers. Plus a 24-hour fitness center, outdoor pool, and free self-parking.

Book by September 25.

$129/night
Holiday Inn Dublin

~15 minutes to Danville

One block from West Dublin/Pleasanton BART station, an easy arrival for guests flying into Oakland or SFO.

Single and double queen rooms with free parking and Wi-Fi, plus $5 off breakfast at the full-service restaurant on site.

Valid October 22 โ€“ 26.

$129/night
Hawthorn Suites Livermore

~20 minutes to Danville

In the heart of Livermore Valley wine country, with more than forty wineries a short drive away.

Suites with kitchenettes available. Free full breakfast, parking, Wi-Fi and 24-hour fitness center.

Rooms available October 20-26.
Book by October 1.

$129/night

Planning more than a weekend? We've got seasonal guides, itineraries, and local favorites across the Tri-Valley. Browse our Blog โ†’

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