The awesome beauty and power of the landscape help make this community very special. In recent years, Nevada City has attracted artists, writers and musicians. It has also brought many business opportunities for those who want to leave the large metropolitan business environment. Other popular events are the Nevada City Bicycle Classic, the Teddy Bear Convention, live theater and Music in the Mountains concerts. If you have thoughts of relocating and leaving the hustle and bustle of a big city, come experience the charm and ambiance found in this wonderful Sierra Foothills community located among the pines and oaks in picturesque western Nevada County.
Grass Valley is a bustling community with a sense of history and a view to the future.
Nestled in the beautiful Sierra Nevada foothills of Northern California, this charming historic gold rush town is surrounded by rolling hills, snow-covered Sierra peaks, towering green pines and graceful oaks shading pastures in the lower elevations. The Nevada County fair that is held every summer in Grass Valley, has been rated as one of the best in the state. During Christmas-time, the annual Cornish Christmas festival is held in the downtown area offering caroling, horse drawn carriage rides, local crafts and food booths. Other events include the Christmas craft fair, a very popular classic car show, wine tasting events, and the Music in the Mountains concerts series which are held throughout the year featuring well-known musicians from near and far. Over the years, the community has been successful in attracting hi-tech businesses to Nevada County.