Arts, Exhibits & Performances

Apr 11, 2026 - Apr 12, 2026

The Healdsburg International Short Film Festival showcases work from filmmakers of all ages and from all walks of life, with representative work from...

Apr 11, 2026

Join us at Flower Porch for one of our signature design courses: Intro to Centerpiece Design. Learn to create vibrant centerpiece arrangements featuri...

Apr 11, 2026

Got a song, a poem, a comedy bit, or a story you’ve been dying to share? Or maybe you just love discovering local talent? Open Mic Night at Clove...

Apr 11, 2026 - Apr 18, 2026

In this 2 week introductory course, participants will learn a unique approach to watercolor, intended to alleviate the frustration that many experienc...

Apr 11, 2026

The historic town of Duncans Mills will host the Under the Pink Moon Celebration from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, April 11, to mark the Anniversary Pa...

Apr 12, 2026

Join us for our closing night party and film screening of "Peter Asher: Everywhere Man" to conclude the Sebastopol Documentary Film Festival!

Apr 17, 2026

The Museum of Sonoma County is excited to present Disturbing the Peace: Sonoma County's Early Punk Underground an immersive exhibition tracing the ris...

Apr 17, 2026

Turn up the laughs and light up the night! Join us at The Lounge at Mercy for another comedy sesh packed with killer punchlines, chill vibes, and clou...

Apr 18, 2026

Colorado-based headliner Nancy Norton can boast winning Best of the Fest alongside Jay Leno at the Burbank Comedy Festival. She is the champion of the...

Apr 18, 2026

Fresh off the release of Magic Lover, Netflix’s first-ever magic comedy special, Justin Willman is hitting the road with his all-new One for the...

Apr 19, 2026

Join renowned artist Maria de Los Angeles for a nature-inspired full-day painting workshop that explores gestural watercolor techniques combined with...

Apr 20, 2026

Be delighted to an introduction to color theory, as we paint the night away! Guest will have the option of picking from 4-6 images that pertain to the...

Apr 24, 2026

Gary Owen has been entertaining audiences for more than two decades with his sharp observational humor and fearless storytelling. Known for his unapol...

Apr 25, 2026 - Apr 26, 2026

Blending classical ballet with folklórico traditions, Por la Luz de la Luna celebrates the beauty and richness of Mexican heritage while honoring the...

Apr 25, 2026

Celebrate Earth Day with a hands-on Pressed Flower Workshop hosted by Chris Benziger alongside Cloverdale Creative, where sustainability, creativity,...

Apr 25, 2026

Led by artist Jaclyn Edds Konczal, this watercolor workshop invites guests to slow down and paint in joyful reverence of the earth’s beauty. Each...

Apr 26, 2026

Join us for a day of shopping and collecting in beautiful Downtown Petaluma!Antique and collectible lovers throughout the Bay Area are welcome to come...

Apr 30, 2026

Presented by our Young Actors Studio, Into the Woods JR. is a fresh take on Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's Tony Award-winning musical that intert...

May 2, 2026

Mendocino Dance Project’s newest work in theaters uses contemporary dance to express the times we are currently living. It is a challenge to rema...

May 2, 2026

Film Fest Petaluma, now in its 18th edition, is a day-long festival at the historic Mystic Theatre in downtown Petaluma showcasing acclaimed animated...

May 3, 2026

Get ready to experience the impossible with magician and mentalist Robert Goleman in his premiere engagement at The California Theatre on Sunday, May...

May 3, 2026

Join us for Paint the Estate, a special evening of creativity and wine led by acclaimed Northern California landscape painter Ken Jarvela, represented...

May 8, 2026

Spend an evening with one of America’s most beloved and sharp-witted storytellers. David Sedaris, master of satire and keen observer of human nat...

May 16, 2026 - May 17, 2026

The Alaska Native Community at Metini-Fort Ross welcomes all to Alaska Native Day May 16 & 17, 2026 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Please join us as we con...

May 16, 2026

Matt Rife Live in The Event at Graton Resort & Casino. Doors Open at 6 p.m. & 9:30 p.m. Exclusive Bars Available Inside Concert Venue.

May 16, 2026

The Magic Banana Hour is an hour-ish of world class comedy, music, magic & mayhem! Inspired by vintage variety shows and flipped completely on its...

May 17, 2026 - Jun 21, 2026

In this 6 week course, participants will learn a unique approach to watercolor, intended to alleviate the frustration that many experience when learni...

May 28, 2026

Celebrate the rich cultural traditions of Mexico through the vibrant artistry of the musicians and dancers in LBC’s afterschool Marichi and Balle...

May 30, 2026

Join the Spirit Guides artists, Jacobo Ángeles and María Ángeles, for a vibrant, hands-on workshop where you’ll paint your own wooden nahualito&#...

Jun 13, 2026

Hailed as one of the greatest comics of all time, Martin Lawrence transitioned from a standout NYC stand-up to a television revolutionary with his sel...

Jun 26, 2026

Atsuko Okatsuka is a global comedy sensation known for her bold humor and viral antics. Her Hulu special Father skyrocketed into the top ten, while he...

Jul 12, 2026

One of Petaluma’s most cherished summer traditions returns! The 23rd Art & Garden Festival is a vibrant, family-friendly celebration of creat...

Oct 3, 2026 - Oct 4, 2026

Sonoma Con is an all-ages convention featuring competitive card game tournaments, a live Dungeons and Dragons experience, as well as several expo-styl...

Nov 29, 2026

Pound for pound, Brad Williams is the funniest comedian in the country right now and has become one of the most in-demand comedians working today. His...

Savor Sonoma County’s arts scene your way.

There are things to do in Sonoma County for everyone, whether you’re looking for exciting outdoor adventure, tantalizing wine tastings, or discovering the incredible art and culture scene.

Sculpture gardens tucked into hills and intimate performance venues in charming small towns join major performing arts centers like the Green Music Center and Luther Burbank Center for the Arts in sharing the arts. Each Sonoma County community has its own style of artistic expression. Look for one-of-a-kind souvenirs by artists, jewelry makers, artisans, and more in galleries and studios countywide.

Stroll from gallery to gallery in Healdsburg, visit the oldest continuously operating artists' cooperative in California, or take in a show at Jack London State Historic Park.

With thousands of artists and more than 20 performing arts companies in Sonoma County, you’re sure to find something special where Life Opens Up.

Be sure to check out the Music & Nightlife sections for more artistic offerings.

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Sonoma County is not a secret, but one of the county capital’s most culturally alive neighborhoods is almost hiding in…

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What is it about the wide-open spaces of Sonoma County that inspire folks to put pen to page? The region…

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Every Labor Day weekend, costumed revelers from around the world converge on “the Playa” at the Black Rock Desert in…

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Sebastopol-based artist and entrepreneur Alana Tillman was born with a condition called Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita (AMC) that left her without…

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Visitors to Santa Rosa may be surprised to see the many larger-than-life statues of Snoopy around town, plus statues of Charlie…

Luther Burbank Center for the Arts in Santa Rosa, California
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Sonoma County has a stage for every type of play and musical, from original comedies and thoughtful dramas to splashy…

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The colorful storefront and hand-crafted metal gates at the entrance to the Arts Guild of Sonoma lead the way to…

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Some of the most imaginative artwork to be found in Sonoma County is made from discarded or recycled materials. There…

Cultural Arts

Creativity reigns supreme in Sonoma County. Although our world-class winemakers and award-winning chefs tend to take center stage, the region…

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Sonoma County attracts artists of all disciplines, and their works are on display in more than two dozen performing arts…

Music/Performing Arts

It’s all about music and choices at Sonoma State University’s Donald and Maureen Green Music Center, a world-class performing arts…

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Sonoma County has been a magnet for artists and art connoisseurs for many decades. During the 1950s, San Francisco artists…

Trip Itineraries

For nearly a century, Sonoma County has been bringing major movie talent to Northern California, setting the scene for period…

Insider Tips

While driving on Pacific Coast Highway 1 through The Sea Ranch in northern Sonoma County, slow down and gaze toward the…

Museum

Glimpse the cultures that thrived in California before the arrival of Europeans at the California Indian Museum & Cultural Center…

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Stroll through fascinating neighborhoods, view a variety of art, sip wine, nibble appetizers, and perhaps enjoy a bit of music…

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Take a relaxing stroll through sunlight and shade in the sculpture garden at the Museum of Sonoma County in Santa Rosa,…

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Few places have as many inviting galleries per capita as the Sonoma Wine Country town of Healdsburg, California. At last…

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A giant Adirondack chair on the side of Highway 12 marks the entrance to the Cornerstone Sonoma marketplace. While the big,…

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“History seems to be repeating itself”, says leather craftsperson Kerry Mitchell after reopening his Sebastopol business, Native Riders, following months…

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