Welcome to the Capay Valley
The Esparto Regional Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to advancing the economic and social vitality of the Esparto region.
LOCAL EVENT FEATURE
The Rustic Ramble: A Farm & Garden Trail in Capay Valley
π Tickets & Info
Trail Pass: $20
Picnic Lunch: $65
Grab your tickets and get ready for a day of discovery, flavor, and fresh air!
Explore the best of Capay Valley’s agricultural community!
On this special day,
19 local farms, gardens, and parks will open their gates for guided tours, hands-on workshops, live demos, and farm-fresh market stands. It’s a unique chance to see where your food is grown and meet the people behind it all.
π½ Don’t miss the Taste of Capay Picnic!
Join us at
Capay Valley Lavender for a delicious lunch featuring dishes made by local chefs with fresh, local ingredients. It’s a perfect mid-day stop along your trail adventure.
π― All for a good cause:
Proceeds from the event will help
revitalize the Capay Valley Grown campaign—supporting updates to the website, new signage, and ongoing efforts to celebrate local farms.
πΊοΈ Featured Stops on the Trail:
- Polestar Farm
- Capay Hills Orchard
- Dragonfly Ranch
- Good Humus Produce
- Grumpy Goats Farm
- Vitis & Ovis
- Capay Valley Lavender
- Capay Valley Arabians
- Schaer Farm
- Suntracker Farm
- Leapfrog Farm
- Gray’s Garden
- Full Belly Farm
- Pasture 42
- Junktiques/Corner Store
- Capay Valley Vineyards
- Seka Hills
- Taber Ranch
Capay Valley, nestled among fertile land and hills, is a haven for small farms, natural wonders, and events. Enjoy farm tours, farm-to-fork dining, exciting white-water rafting, scenic parks, and hiking through tree-lined hills. Rich in history from Native Americans and pioneers, it offers wine tasting, golfing, and vibrant festivals. Cache Creek flows through, supporting a diverse ecosystem filled with wildlife, plants, and flowers. This vital waterway nourishes livestock, crops, and vineyards.
Rural Paradise! Capay Valley featured in the Mercury News. Capay Valley’s Almond Centennial featured in the Mercury News.
Towns in Capay Valley: Madison, Esparto, Capay, Brooks, Guinda, Rumsey. Cache Creek Casino Resort is vital to Esparto's economy. Residents value their land and products. Entrepreneurship thrives with mostly private businesses, backed by the Esparto chamber. Capay Valley hosts top olive oil producers thanks to its Mediterranean climate. Farm products can be bought through CSA or Capay Valley Farm Shop. Capay Valley offers enjoyment and work opportunities.
Our Impact In Numbers
45
Members & businesses we support
10,000
The amount of tourist our valley attracts
30
Total number of scholarships we've awarded to local high schoolers
How We Support Our Community
The Community Center
Our new community center at 17340 Yolo Ave, Esparto, CA is the place where our chamber comes together monthly to stay informed, organize our events, and more importantly, it's a space where you can work when necessary.
The Almond Festival 2025
Saturday Feb 22nd - Sunday Feb 23rd
The beloved tradition of honoring the abundant almond harvest in the Capay Valley returns each February, celebrating 110 years of joy. This family-friendly two-day event features music, delicious food, vendors, and thousands of blossoming almond trees.
The 110th Annual Almond Queen Pageant
The 110th Annual Almond Queen Pageant is traditionally celebrated in February. This prestigious title is awarded to a deserving individual from the community who exemplifies dedication both academically and through community service. Their aspirations for the future are truly commendable. Click below to see our past Queens!
Almond Festival 2025
Saturday Feb 22nd - Sunday Feb 23rd
Enjoy the sweetest air, stunning views, music, vendors, and the quaint charm of small town life at the 110th Almond Festival.
