SONOMA COUNTY, CALIF. – Sonoma County offers a wide range of events, a sure way to enhance any visit.

Wine festivals, food fests, arts, harvest fairs and more provide ample reasons to visit Sonoma Wine Country, just 45 minutes north of San Francisco.

Find a new reason to visit, see more events, and book your trip at www.sonomacounty.com.

January

Chowder Day
Tour eight seaside restaurants, taste chowder, and vote for your favorite.
Bodega Bay • 707-875-3866
www.bodegabayca.org

Olive Season
December – February
A celebration of the senses with events, olives, art, oil tastings, grove walks and more.
Sonoma Valley • 707-996-1090
www.olivefestival.com

Crab Feed
Fishing boats hit the ocean in search of Dungeness crab. Part way through the season, this event is a celebration of all things crab.
Bodega Bay • 800-541-7788
www.innatthetides.com

Winter Wineland
Join more than 100 wineries for this fun and educational weekend. Meet winemakers, tour wineries, sample wine and food.
Russian River • 800-723-6336
www.wineroad.com

February

Chinese New Year Celebration
Celebrate the Lunar New Year with traditional lion dancing, a parade featuring a 250-foot dragon, and traditional holiday food.
Santa Rosa • 707-576-0533
www.recacenter.org

Citrus Fair & Parade
Enjoy 3-D exhibits made of citrus fruit and other food products. A wine tasting and gourmet food show entices adults, while families can enjoy arts, crafts, and a carnival.
Cloverdale • 707-894-3992
www.cloverdalecitrusfair.org

Wine and Chocolate Fantasy
Rodney Strong Vineyards joins chocolatiers in offering a delicious line up of quality chocolate side by side with fine wines.
Healdsburg • 707-869-1595
www.rodneystrong.com

Tattoos and Blues Arts Festival
Need some new ink? Festival offers three days of tattooing, with artists from around the world. Live blues music, seminars, and much more.
Santa Rosa • 707-546-7525
www.tattoosandblues.net

VinOlivo
Gala celebration and feast for the senses, with wine, olives, olive oil, food, and music.
Sonoma• 707-935-0803
www.sonomavalleywine.com

March

Artisan Cheese Festival
Meet celebrated cheese makers and sample artisan cheeses. Seminars and farm tours available.
Sheraton Sonoma County – Petaluma
www.artisancheesefestival.com

Savor Sonoma Valley Annual Barrel Tasting & Culinary Experience
Meet winemakers and sample new releases paired with food. Enjoy local art and live music.
Various locations.
Sonoma Valley • (866) 794-WINE
www.HeartofSonomaValley.com

Sonoma County Bluegrass & Folk Festival
Folks come from all over the West Coast to enjoy the spring weather and listen to international and national bluegrass and “Old Time” musicians.
Sebastopol Community Center
707-829-8012
www.socofoso.org

Sonoma County Restaurant Week
Various restaurant locations
Restaurants offer a three-course, prix-fixe dinner menu featuring local fresh ingredients and Sonoma County wines.
707-565-6411
www.SonomaCountyRestaurantWeek.org

Symphony of Food, Wine & Art
Musical performances by the Santa Rosa Symphony Youth Ensembles. This fundsraiser supports music
education in the community and in the schools.
Sonoma County Fairgrounds
707-546-8742
www.santarosasymphony.com

Wine Road Barrel Tasting
Sample wine directly from the barrel at more than 100 wineries throughout the Alexander, Dry Creek and Russian River valleys.
Various Locations • 800-723-6336
www.wineroad.com

April

Open House at Luther Burbank's Experiment Farm
Free docent-led tours, garden and fruit trees in bloom, refreshments, entertainment.
Sebastopol• 707-829-6711
www.wschsgrf.org/luther-burbank-gold-ridge-experiment-farm

Apple Blossom Festival & Parade
Enjoy an old-fashioned parade down Main Street; arts, crafts, music and more at this colorful annual festival.
Sebastopol • (877) 828-4748
www.sebastopolappleblossom.org

April in Carneros
More than 20 wineries feature tastings of barrel, reserve, library, new release wines. Paired with food live music, and art. Various locations.
Sonoma • 800-909-4352
www.carneroswineries.org
 
April Fool's Day in Occidental
A fun celebration and parade, depicting the artistic energy that thrives in this area. Whether you wear a costume or not, you're sure to see some interesting scenes.
Occidental • 707-874-9407
www.bohemianconnection.com

Butter & Eggs Day Parade
A unique all day celebration of Petaluma's agricultural heritage in the Historic Downtown.
Petaluma • 707-763-0344
www.butterandeggdays.com

Fisherman's Festival
Live music, wine tasting, food, crafts, and more can be found at this festival that celebrates the bounty of the Pacific Ocean.
Bodega Bay • 707-875-3286
www.bodegabay.com

Passport to Dry Creek Valley
Wineries create themes to showcase wine, paired with food and entertainment. Various locations.
Healdsburg • 707-433-3031
www.wdcv.com

Petaluma Spring Antique Fair
More than 180 vendors offer antiques and unique collectibles in Historic Downtown.
Petaluma • 707-762-9348
www.petalumadowntown.com

Redwood Coast Whale & Jazz Festival
Celebrate the annual grey whale migration the finest in jazz, food, beer, wine, poetry, art, and whales!
Redwood Coast • 800-778-5252
www.whaleandjazzfestival.com

Sonoma International
Film Festival
A five-day festival that showcases independent films – featuring the best in film, food, wine, art and music.
Sonoma • 707-933-2600
www.sonomafilmfest.org

May

View Harbor Seal Pups
View the new seal “families” at Goat Rock Beach.
http://bitly.com/goat-rock-sonoma-county

Architectural Tour & Tasting
Self-guided tour that features a variety of spectacular houses.
Redwood Coast • 707-884-3571
www.simsc.org/tour.htm

Cloverdale Fiddle Contest
Fiddle competition, entertainment, jamming sessions, food and crafts.
Cloverdale • 707-894-2067
www.cloverdalehistoricalsociety.org

Castles & Kites
Spectacular kites, demonstrations and training on the beach with sand sculpture creations. Overnight camping available.
Doran Beach Park • Bodega Bay
707-565-CAMP for reservations.
www.sonoma-county.org/parks

Living History Day
Volunteers re-create life in 1840s' Mexican-era California.
Petaluma • 707-762-4871
www.visitpetaluma.com

Luther Burbank
Rose Parade & Festival
Family fun: Downtown Santa Rosa comes alive with a community parade, celebrating the contribution of famed horticulturist Luther Burbank.
Santa Rosa • 707-542-7673
www.roseparadefestival.com

Film Fest Petaluma
The best international new animated and live action short films with filmmaker discussions.
Petaluma
www.petalumafilmalliance.org/film-fest-2013

Resorts in Bloom
Enjoy abundant beauty on this tour the finest gardens of more than 15 resort properties.
West Sonoma County• 707-869-5977
www.resortsinbloom.com

Sonoma Valley Reserve: Tour the Hidden Gems of Sonoma Valley
More than 40 wineries present over 250 wines, paired with food and entertainment.
Sonoma Valley• 707-935-0803
www.reservesonomavalley.com/hidden_gems.html

Salmon Creek Art Walk
Stroll in the village and meet the artists, as they open their studios to the public.
Salmon Creek• 707-875-9609
www.salmoncreekartwalk.com

Russian River Women's Weekend
Northern California's premier lesbian weekend getaway.
Guerneville• 707-869-0691
www.russianriverwomensweekend.org

Taste Alexander Valley
Alexander Valley
Taste exclusive wines paired with food and entertainment. Each winery carries out the year's theme.
Healdsburg • (888) 289-4637
www.alexandervalley.org

Tribal Festival
The third weekend in May, the largest tribal belly dance festival features more than 25 teachers from around the world, great food, performances and a variety of vendors.
Sebastopol
www.blacksheepbellydance.com/tf10/index.html

Windsor Festival & Parade
This festival in Downtown Windsor features family fun and a parade.
Windsor • 707-838-7285
www.windsorchamber.com

Women's Weekend
This event is Northern California's premier lesbian weekend getaway.
Guerneville • 707-869-0691
www.gayrussianriver.com

June

Art in the Park
Enjoy an exhibition and sale of fine art by local Sonoma County artists at Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve. A benefit for State Parks.
Armstrong Redwoods Natural Reserve
Guerneville
www.stewardsofthecoastandredwoods.org

Art at the Source
Open Studio Tour
Meet more than 100 local artists; see how and where they work. Art is available for purchase.
Sebastopol • 707-829-4797
www.artatthesource.org

Beerfest
Microbrews and food pairing features more than 35 microbreweries and gourmet food purveyors.
Santa Rosa • 707-546-3600
www.f2f.org/beerfest.html

Passport to Pinot Barrel Tasting Weekend
Experience exclusive barrel tastings, future purchases, food pairing, vineyard tours and more.
Russian River Valley
www.rrvw.org

Sonoma County Hot Air Balloon Classic
More than 30 balloons, special dawn patrol, tether balloon rids, food, arts and crafts.
Windsor
www.schabc.org
 
Cotati Jazz & Arts Festival
Jazz ensembles perform throughout downtown Cotati for a free afternoon and evening of music, art, food,
and fun.
Cotati • 707-795-5508
www.cotatijazz.com

Days of Wine & Lavender Festival at Matanzas Creek Winery
Taste wines paired with food in
an amazing field of lavender.
Reservations required.
Santa Rosa • 707-521-7030
matanzascreek.com

Hot Air Balloon Classic
Hot air balloon festival with more than 30 balloons with special shapes, dawn patrol (pre-dawn multicolored balloon glow choreographed to music), tether balloon rides, kids play land, food, arts and crafts. The main launch goes off to music. A true family event! Pre-sale tickets at all Exchange Banks.
Keiser Park, Windsor
www.schabc.org

Peggy Sue's All-American Cruise
Four-day event showcases cars, food, music, a back roads poker run and much more.
Santa Rosa • 707-575-3267
www.peggysuescruise.com

Resorts in Bloom
West Sonoma County
Enjoy a mini-escape and rejuvenate your senses with the abundant beauty of western Sonoma County. Tour the finest gardens of more than 15 resort properties.
707-869-5977 x3313
www.resortsinbloom.com

Rodney Strong Vineyards'
KJZY Summer Concert Series at Rodney Strong
On the Green; this series brings amazing music to Sonoma County and it runs through September
Healdsburg • 707-869-1595
www.rodneystrong.com

Sonoma Lavender Festival
Situated in a field of lavender, you'll find everything inspired with lavender – from food tastings, educational demonstrations and luxurious products.
Kenwood • 707-523-4411
www.sonomalavender.com

Sonoma - Marin Fair
Concerts, livestock shows, exhibits, carnival, and ugly dog contest are just a few of the events at the fair.
Petaluma • 707-283-FAIR (3247)
www.sonoma-marinfair.org

Sonoma Pride - Guerneville
www.sonomacountypride.org

Summer Nights on the Green
Live concerts, farmers market, food vendors. Runs through August.
Windsor • 707-838-5382
www.townofwindsor.com

Toyota/Save Mart 350
The NASCAR Sprint Cup Series makes its only Northern California stop featuring the top racing stars.
Sonoma Raceway, Sonoma
800-870-RACE
www.racesonoma.com

All American Zin Day
Various Locations Dry Creek Valley
Wineries participating will be Amista, Mazzocco Sonoma, Rued, Wilson and Family Wineries Dry Creek, Join us for good food, great wines, commerative glass all for $30.
(888) 433-6555
familywines.com/events.htm

July

Live at Juilliard Sunday Concert Series
Enjoy live music each Sunday evening in Santa Rosa's Juilliard Park, July through August.
Santa Rosa
ci.santa-rosa.ca.us/news/Pages/LiveatJuilliardSummerConcerts.aspx

Art & Garden Festival
Visit Historic Downtown for an afternoon of home and garden art, fine wines and delicious delicacies while listening to great music.
Petaluma • 707-762-9348
www.petalumadowntown.com

CigarBQ
Live music, California cuisine, vintage wines, premium cigars, and a rousing good time!
www.cigarbq.com

Rootstock
Santa Rosa Vintners' Square
A wine, street food and music festival in Vintners' Square, an urban winery village.
Santa Rosa
www.rootstockfestival.com

Catalan Festival of Food,
Wine and Music
Good food, wine and fun, with a Catalan accent.
Sonoma • 707-933-1999
www.gloriaferrer.com

Cline Cellars Dixieland
Jazz & Wine Festival
A perfect pairing of music and wine is featured at this annual festival.
Sonoma • 707-940-4025
www.clinecellars.com

Cultural Heritage Day at Fort Ross
Russian folk music and dance, musket and cannon demonstrations, and activities for the whole family.
Jenner • 707-847-4777
www.fortrossstatepark.org

Firework Shows around Sonoma County
For a listing of firework shows throughout Sonoma County, visit www.SonomaCounty.com/events

Gourmet Hike & Art in the Park
Meander along trails amidst the towering redwoods enjoying appetizers prepared by local chefs, wine tasting, entertainment by local musicians, art demonstrations and sale in the Redwood Forest Theater
Armstrong Redwoods State
Reserve, Guerneville
707-869-9177
www.stewardsofthecoastandredwoods.org

Kids' Parade & Festival
For kids and kids at heart, join the parade, then stay for the festival in the park with zany contests, family fun, food, great music, a variety of booths.
Cotati • 707-765-3939
www.ci.cotati.ca.us

Red, White & Boom
Ongoing music, pony rides, kid's games, civil war historic display, and food booths. Fireworks show begins at 9:30 p.m. Proceeds benefit non-profit organizations.
Sonoma County Fairgrounds
707-585-9484
www.sonomacounty4th.com

Rivertown Revival
The river comes alive with fanciful art barges, art boat drag races, music, food, and vendors.
Petaluma
707-290-6723
www.visitpetaluma.com/rivertown-revival

NHRA Division 7 Races
Fans will be treated to more than 450 cars battling for victory on the quarter-mile drag strip during the NHRA Division 7 Drag Races, presented by Korbel.
Sonoma Raceway, Sonoma
800-870-RACE
www.racesonoma.com

Petaluma Art & Equestrian Festival
Horse-related demonstrations, with kids' events, art and crafts, wine, beer, food, and music.
Petaluma
800-937-5799
paefestival.org

Petaluma Wine
Jazz & Blues Festival
Great jazz and blues bands
in wine country.
Petaluma • 707-769-9650
www.petalumawinejazzandbluesfestival.org

Pinot Family Reunion
More than 40 wineries participate in a wine and food tasting, followed by a family-style dinner at John Ash & Co. Restaurant.
Santa Rosa • 707-575-7350
www.vintnersinn.com

Shakespeare on the Green
Eat, drink and be merry in Windsor with live outdoor theatre.
Windsor • 707-529-3453
www.theatregreen.com

Sonoma County Fair
Family fun, recreation: There's “Magic in the Fair” at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds. Flower exhibits, carnival rides and more.
Sonoma County Fairgrounds
707-545-4200
www.sonomacountyfair.com

August

Accordion Festival
A non-stop multicultural extravaganza of accordion music, polka dancing, food, drink, and crafts.
Cotati • 707-664-0444
www.cotatifest.com

Art in the Redwoods Festival
More than 400 pieces on display. Food and craft vendors, live entertainment and children's activities.
Redwood Coast
707-884-1138
www.gualalaarts.org/AIR/Festival.asp

Broadway Under the Stars (August – September)
Enjoy the beauty of music, singing, dancing, picnicking and wine performed by The Transcendence Theatre Company
Jack London State Park, Sonoma
877-424-1414
transcendencetheatre.org/index.html

Lazy Bear Weekend
This six-day event for “bears” and their fans, combines the casual fun of a resort weekend with a concerted charitable effort.
707-644-9001
www.gayrussianriver.com

Grape to Glass Weekend
Leisurely bike ride through Russian River back roads; meet growers and award-winning winemakers behind the scenes. Various food and wine events throughout the weekend.
Russian River Valley •707-521-2535
www.rrvw.org

Gravenstein Apple Fair
Showcasing the best in arts, crafts, food, wines and brews, games, entertainment and farm life activities at this country fair celebrating the Gravenstein apple.
Sebastopol •800-207-9464
www.gravensteinapplefair.com

Indy® Grand Prix of Sonoma
The cars and stars of the Indianapolis 500® invade the Sonoma Valley.
Sonoma Raceway •800-870-RACE
www.racesonoma.com

Russian River Car Show
Featuring Stock and Modified American cars built before 1973, the Russian River Car Show offers fun for the family with the poker walk, raffle, barbecue, and live music.
Monte Rio • 707-865-9956
www.mrrpd.org

Petaluma Summer Music Festival
Features musical concerts of classical and chamber music, classic country western, flamenco and more.
Petaluma • 707-763-8920
www.cinnabartheater.org

Seafood, Art and Wine Festival
Wine and microbrew tasting, live entertainment, seafood, art and more.
Bodega • 707-824-8717
www.winecountryfestivals.com

Studio Discovery Tour (Aug-Sept)
A two weekend, free, self-guided art studio tour along the Sonoma and Mendocino coast.
Gualala•707-884-1138

West of West Wine Festival
An unique collection of wineries from the West Sonoma Coast gather from August 5th to 7th, 2011, to host seminars, tastings, and dinners.
Occidental • 707-837-7902
www.westsonomacoast.com

Wings over Wine Country
Annual air show, which benefits the Pacific Coast Air Museum, will feature acrobatic and vintage planes. Location: Pacific Coast Air Museum, Sonoma County Airport.
Santa Rosa • 707-575-7900
www.pacificcoastairmuseum.org

September

Open House at Luther Burbank's Experiment Farm
Free docent-led tours, garden and fruit trees in bloom, refreshments, entertainment.
Sebastopol• 707-829-6711
www.wschsgrf.org/luther-burbank-gold-ridge-experiment-farm

Art in the Park
Exhibit and sale featuring works by local artists, with music and food.
Petaluma • 707-793-2113
www.petalumaarts.org

Cajun/Zydeco Festival
Great music and yummy food with a little bit of New Orleans flavor, featuring some of the best zydeco bands and huge dance floor to move on. Enjoy the gumbo, crawfish and Cajun dogs! Sebastopol
707-823-3032
www.rotarycajun.com

Cloverdale Classic Car & Motorcycle Show
Classic, antique cars and motorcycles, live music, food and craft booths, raffles and prizes galore.
Cloverdale • 707-894-4470
www.cloverdale.net

Glendi Festival
Taste Russian, Middle Eastern, Greek, Eritrean, and Balkan cuisine and dance to live music.
Santa Rosa
saintseraphim.com/glendi1.html

Heart of Sonoma Valley Crush Festival
Find out what it's like to get involved in a wine harvest and crush. You'll have access to harvest activities, wine tastings at select tasting rooms and exclusive Crush events hosted by participating wineries.
Various locations
www.heartofsonomavalley.com

Kendall Jackson Heirloom Tomato Festival
Sample more than 50 varieties of tomatoes and enjoy superb food and wine pairing.
Santa Rosa • 800-769-3649
www.kj.com

The National Heirloom Exposition
Come see more than 250 garden vendors and farm producers! Taste hundreds of varieties at America's largest heritage produce event.
Santa Rosa
www.theheirloomexpo.com

Old Grove Festival
Held in the historic Redwood Forest Theatre, the festival features musical and theatrical productions that help raise funds to support educational programs and all state parks.
Armstrong Redwoods State Reserve
Guerneville • 707-869-9177
www.stewardsofthecoastandredwoods.org

Petaluma Fall Antique Fair
Browse and shop in Historic
Downtown Petaluma, among 180
or more vendors offering antiques and unique collectibles.
Petaluma • 707-762-9348
www.petalumadowntown.com

Russian River Jazz & Blues Festival
An amazing weekend of jazz and blues music, great food and wine tasting is featured along the river.
Russian River • 510-655-9471
www.omegaevents.com

Santa Rosa International Film Festival
This event brings an impressive lineup of films along with filmmakers, producers, and actors.
Santa Rosa • 707-935-3456
www.sriff.org

Sonoma Wine Country Weekend
Enjoy more than 150 wineries at Showcase: Taste of Sonoma, and the Sonoma Valley Harvest Wine Auction, along with winery lunches, private dinners, and more.
Locations throughout Sonoma County
800-939-7666 • www.sonomawine.com

Valley of the Moon Vintage Festival
Food, wine, art and family activities featured in this festival.
Sonoma Valley • 707-996-2109
www.sonomavinfest.org

October

King Ridge GranFondo Ride
A benefit cycling event for riders of all abilities. Several routes include the scenic Highway 1 and Meyers Grade.
Sonoma County
www.levisgranfondo.com

ARTrails Sonoma County
Open Studios
Meet local artists in their studios; discover their creative processes,
and purchase fine arts and crafts. More than 140 artists working in a variety of materials and styles.
Various Locations • 707-579-2787
www.artrails.org

Asti Tour De Vine
Ride your bike on uncrowded routes through charming rural valleys, past autumn-hued vineyards, alongside the Russian River, and on pathways overlooking Lake Sonoma.
Geyserville
astitourdevine.com

Calabash!
A silent auction of fine gourd art, an exhibit of gourd instruments from around the world, and seasonal organic food and wine from Sonoma County's bountiful harvest.
Food For Thought
Sonoma County AIDS Food Bank
Forestville • 707-887-1647
www.fftfoodbank.org

Cotati Oktoberfest
Get out your lederhosen and practice your yodeling for the upcoming Cotati Oktoberfest. Enjoy wunderbar German food and beer, plus the oom-pah-pah of Karl Lebherz and his Bavarian band. Polka to your heart's content on the dance floor.
Cotati • 707-795-5508
www.cotati.org

El Dia De Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Latino Festival
Through November. Traditional and cultural events, food and dance, fine art exhibits.
Petaluma • 707-766-5200
www.petalumaartscouncil.org

Fort Ross Harvest Festival
Costumed volunteers demonstrate crafts and answer questions about Settlement Ross, home to a blend of cultural groups – Russians, Creoles, Native Alaskans, and Native Californians.
19005 Coast Highway 1
Jenner • 707-847-4777
www.fortrossstatepark.org/harvest

Harvest Market Festival
A weekend of fun includes costume parade, scarecrow contest, pumpkin carving, food, music, family carnival and a haunted house.
Occidental • 707-874-9407
www.bohemianconnection.com

Petaluma International
Film Festival
The Petaluma International
Film Festival® is an annual event showcasing the best independent feature and short films from
around the world.
Petaluma • (415) 381-4123
www.petalumafilmfestival.org

Pinot on the River
This weekend of tastings, seminars, vineyard tours and sumptuous food focuses on limited-production Pinot Noirs from Sonoma County and other top regions along the West Coast.
Forestville • 707-869-2706
www.pinotfestival.com

Sonoma County Grape Camp
The ultimate hands-on wine and food adventure. Spend three days in Sonoma Wine Country, work the vineyards, learn from master winemakers, pick grapes, blend
your own wine.
Various Locations • 707-522-5860
www.sonomagrapecamp.com

Sonoma County Harvest Fair
Taste and buy more than 500 award-winning wines made from Sonoma County grapes. Competitive exhibits, displays, live music, grape stomp, carnival, contests, and family activities.
Santa Rosa • 707-545-4200
www.harvestfair.org

Tolay Fall Festival
Oct. 11-14 and 17-21, 2012
Straw maze, crafts, 'creatures' barn, petting zoo, lawn games, food, a Native American village.
Petaluma • 707-565-2041
parks.sonomacounty.ca.gov/Get_Outdoors/Parks/Tolay_Lake_Regional_Park.aspx

November

Artisano
A celebration of small-production, locally handcrafted wine, with artisan food, and a nice display of artist's wares. Located at the scenic
Geyserville Inn in Alexander Valley.
Geyserville
www.artisano.org

A Wine & Food Affair
A special weekend allows visitors to sample wine and food in Alexander, Dry Creek and Russian River valleys.
Various Locations • 800-723-6336
www.wineroad.com

Dining Out for Life
Participating restaurants doante a percentage of your bill to Food For Thought Aids Food Bank.
Sonoma County • 707-887-1647
www.diningoutforlife.com/sonomacounty

Gualala Arts Festival of Trees
Festival of Trees is a celebration and a step back in time to the ambiance of Christmas past. Handmade crafts, a gingerbread house contest, activities, live music, and more.
Redwood Coast • 707-884-1138
www.redwoodcoastchamber.com

Lighted Truck Parade & Arrival of Santa Claus
A convoy of festively lit “big rig” trucks cruise Highway 1 through Gualala. Santa stops to visit for photo opportunities and to give candy canes.
Redwood Coast • 800-778-5252
www.redwoodcoastchamber.com

Holiday in Carneros
Visit Carneros wineries for barrel tasting, food and music.
Sonoma • 800-909-4352
www.carneroswineries.org

Holiday Open House
Sonoma Valley
Toast the Holiday Season in the Wine Country. Join twenty-three wineries; enjoy wine tastings, meet winemakers, stock up on your favorite wines for the holidays and pick up holiday gifts.
(866)-794-9463
www.heartofsonomavalley.com

Pinot Noir Tasting
Vine and Barrel
Join in a tasting of 25 Pinot Noirs from the best producers in the world. They will be serving spectacular food to pair with these fine wines from the California Central Coast, Russian River Valley, Burgundy, and the Sonoma Coast Appellation.
Petaluma • 707-765-1112
www.vineandbarrel.com

Santa's Riverboat Arrival
Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive at the Petaluma Riverfront aboard a tug boat to greet children, and then join the Antique Wagon and Horse procession through Historic Downtown.
Petaluma • 707-769-0429
www.visitpetaluma.com

December

Holiday Celebration &
Old Downtown Open House
Enjoy horse-drawn carriage rides, tree lighting and musical entertainment in Old Downtown.
Windsor • 707-838-5308
www.townofwindsor.com

Three Nights of Festive Fun in Cotati
Festivities include holiday tree lighting, holiday cheers, and a candlelight concert.
Cotati
707-795-8624

Holiday Craft Faire
A tradition of crafts, local artists, excellent food and a raffle will be found at this holiday festival.
Occidental • 707-874-9407
www.bohemianconnection.com

Holiday Open House
Santa Rosa
Luther Burbank Home and Gardens will be decked out in Victorian-style decor for the holidays. Enjoy festive music, spiced tea, and cookies. You'll find kids' crafts, see Santa, and listen to carolers.
707-524-5445
www.lutherburbank.org

Holiday Lighted Boat Parade
See a flotilla of decorated boats on parade and join in holiday caroling. The parade starts at the Petaluma Marina and continues to the Turning Basin.
Petaluma • 707-769-0429
www.visitpetaluma.com

Parade of Lights
Guerneville presents bright lights, colorful floats, and live music at this annual holiday parade.
Guerneville • 707-869-9000
www.russianriver.com

Petaluma Holiday Open House
Downtown Petaluma
Enjoy a variety of holiday-themed events in downtown Petaluma. Horse and carriage rides, pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus, live music and more.
707-762-9348
www.petalumadowntown.com

Windsor Oaks Vineyards & Winery Holiday Open House
Sip award-winning wine as you select the perfect holiday gifts. They will be hosting a hot chocolate bar and serving other tasty treats. Special gift bottle signings and gift boxes available.
707-433-3810
www.windsoroaks.com