Summer in Lodi, California

Nestled in the heart of California's Central Valley, Lodi is the home of the state's largest winegrape appellation. Lodi actually grows more grapes than Napa and Sonoma combined. But Lodi is more than just wine. Come experience the slew of activities available throughout the summer. Kick off your weekend in Lodi by attending the Farmer's Market on Thursday nights. Enjoy live music, wine and beer gardens, great local foods and of course fresh local produce. After you've picked up some fruits veggies and flowers, enjoy a cold root beer float at A&W Cruise Nights. To celebrate Lodi as the birthplace of A&W Rootbeer, A&W turns back the hands of time to bring you a slew of classic cars on Thursday nights. Need to get away from the crowds? Explore Lodi Lake and the Mokelumne River. Rent a kayak, peddle boat, or stand up paddle board. You can even take a guided tour along the river. Picnic with the family, or walk along the nature trails to view the riparian habitat that is home to many species of mammals, reptiles and fish. Lodi Lake certainly has something for the whole family. Weekends in the summer, music is in the air - literally. many wineries offer great live music into the evening and you may even be able to camp overnight after a great concert. Want to just have a simple barbecue? Head to one of Lodi's many parks, or to one of the many BBQs throughout town this summer. Lodi is wine and so much more this summer. Want your free copy of the Lodi, California visitor guide? Go to http://www.visitlodi.com/contact.php to request your free copy today. Thank you to the guys of Unit Seven in Lodi for providing the original score to this video.