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Events & Festivals
The finest of Sonoma County’s art and agriculture will be on full display this autumn in a myriad of both new and recurring seasonal festivals. Sip exclusive wines, dine on seasonal cuisine, dance to live music and more with a diverse community of artists, winemakers, visitors and locals looking for some fun this fall. Tapas…
Events & Festivals
It’s time to get those summer calendars organized because an amazing lineup of food and wine festivals are getting ready to kick off in Sonoma County. Think award-winning vino and bites that, in some cases, are paired with famous musicians from around the globe. Below are a few stand-outs you don’t want to miss. For more…
Brewery
Pliny the Younger, Russian River Brewing Company’s super-hoppy triple India pale ale, gets released in March, is available into April, and is expected to bring thousands of self-proclaimed beer geeks to Russian River Brewing Company’s Santa Rosa and Windsor brewpubs. To get you primed for Pliny time, we’ve answered some of the most common questions…
Events & Festivals
From green-themed races and festive parades to delicious Irish fare and drink, Sonoma County goes all out to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. Hold on to your lucky clovers and check out where to go green on March 17. Paddy On From a green-themed bar crawl through Santa Rosa (named the Best Beer City in California…
Events & Festivals
In 1980, a group of Santa Rosa women formed the National Women’s History Project after noticing an absence of women in school textbooks: Only 3% of the content was devoted to women throughout history and their achievements. The National Women’s History Project (now known as the National Women’s History Alliance) mobilized and convinced Congress of the…
Events & Festivals
The annual Taste of Sonoma event invites you to experience the Sonoma County lifestyle by sampling vintages of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Zinfandel and more from 19 diverse wine regions; enjoying lively panel discussions with renowned local winemakers and winegrowers; and nibbling locally sourced, exquisitely prepared foods — all in one fabulous day. On June 24, 2023, Taste…
Events & Festivals
With its warm summer days and cool nights, Sonoma County boasts a full calendar of wonderful outdoor concerts, festivals, and performances. Make plans to get your groove on in Wine Country at one of these annual events. Country Summer Music Festival, Santa Rosa Northern California’s largest country music festival, the weekend includes more 20 country artists…
Brewery
One of the best things about summer in Sonoma County — beyond our wonderful warm weather and longer daylight hours — is the rich calendar of beer festivals. In fact, the climate is so good that the lineup of “summer” beer festivals starts in late spring and continues into early fall. So raise a mug, gather a growler,…
Valentine's Day
Romance is in full swing in Sonoma Wine Country with many imaginative events and activities for celebrating your loved one. Take a look at romantic resorts and hotels in Sonoma County, and browse this collection of festive activities: Taste with the Winemaker Join the winemaker for a fun-filled Valentine’s Day wine-and-food pairing. Then, purchase a…
Events & Festivals
Wine, food, music, and art celebrations — Sonoma County has you covered with a wide array of fun happenings all year. Find your favorite event or discover a new activity to look forward to. Every season is a good time in gorgeous Sonoma Wine Country! Below is a round-up of Sonoma County’s best events and…
Events & Festivals
Sonoma County is a runner’s paradise with beautiful back-country roads and varied terrain. This is why many major running events are held here every year, like the ever-popular Santa Rosa Marathon. If you’re a runner, sign up for a race and an excellent experience in Sonoma Wine Country. You’ll return home with the best souvenir…
Events & Festivals
Whether you like cycling through flat wetlands with wildlife, the shaded majesty of a redwood forest, or undulant vineyards and farms, the scenery of Sonoma County creates the perfect setting for a good ride. Here’s a quick look at a few annual events in Sonoma Wine Country that attract cyclists from around the globe. (For more information,…
Events & Festivals
If you’re fleet of foot with a sense of adventure and perhaps a competitive streak, Sonoma County’s lineup of marathons in gorgeous scenery is calling you. There are plenty of half-marathons and a few smaller races here, too, that allow more folks to join the fun, fitness, and festivities that come from completing their race.…
Arts & Culture
Sonoma County hosts an array of anticipated film festivals, and there’s no more picturesque place to mingle with filmmakers and movie stars with local wine in hand. From small venues showing a half-dozen screenings in a day to multiple-day schedules celebrating some 100 movies throughout a lively downtown — these events showcase international talents and…
Brewery
It’s clear that we love our boutique beer in Sonoma Wine Country, from handcrafted IPAs to Lagers, Stouts, and Sessions. Sonoma County now has more than two dozen breweries, with more opening all the time. Here is your guide to the events, festivals, and friendly places where you can enjoy finely crafted beers produced in small,…
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