National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW) is an annual celebration that underscores travel’s essential role in driving our nation's economy, cultivating vibrant communities and forging connections.
Established in 1983, NTTW has become a cherished tradition, celebrating the U.S. travel community and highlighting how travel stimulates economic growth, creates quality jobs, inspires new businesses and elevates the quality of life for Americans every day.
Get ready to celebrate NTTW from May 4 - 10, 2025.
Sonoma County NTTW Events and Initiatives:
In celebration of NTTW, each of our County Visitor Center's will host a Community Open House. You will experience what each Visitor Center offers and see what efforts are made behind the scenes to help promote our beautiful destination. Each participating Visitor Center will be offering a unique experience during your visit. We look forward to welcoming you!
Thursday, May 1, 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
VISIT SANTA ROSA/CALIFORNIA WELCOME CENTER OPEN HOUSE, 9 Fourth St., Santa Rosa, CA 95401
Experience: Join us for an exclusive first look at the new Peanuts on Parade Statues (Online) Map! Attendees will have the chance to interact with the map, plus enjoy some exciting raffle prizes. Don’t miss out!
Details and Registration Here.
Sunday, May 4, 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
VISIT PETALUMA OPEN HOUSE, 210 Lakeville St., Petaluma, CA 94952
Experience: Hear mini history talks with Petalumans of Yesteryear, nibble on local goodies, sip on Lagunitas’ Hoppy Refresher, and learn about Petaluma’s hidden gems before strolling downtown for shopping, lunch, wine tasting, or Sunday afternoon music.
Monday, May 5, 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
RUSSIAN RIVER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & VISITOR CENTER OPEN HOUSE, 16209 First St., Guerneville, CA 95446
Experience: Jam tasting and food bites, from Solar Punk Farms.
Tuesday, May 6, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
CLOVERDALE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & VISITOR CENTER OPEN HOUSE, 126 N. Cloverdale Blvd., Cloverdale, CA 95425
Thursday, May 8, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
SONOMA COAST VISITORS CENTER OPEN HOUSE, 913 CA-1, Bodega Bay, CA 94923
Experience: A mini "Chowder Day Tasting" on our beautiful deck overlooking Bodega Harbor and receive a canvas Bodega Bay bag filled with swag.
Friday, May 9, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
GEYSERVILLE VISITORS CENTER OPEN HOUSE, 21060 Geyserville Ave., Geyserville, CA 95441
Experience: Join us at our Visitor Center and explore what downtown Geyserville and our business neighbors have to offer.
Friday, May 9, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
SONOMA VALLEY VISITORS BUREAU OPEN HOUSE, 453 First St. East, Sonoma, CA 95476
Experience: Culinary bites & olive oil tasting.
Saturday, May 10, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
FORT ROSS STATE HISTORIC PARK OPEN HOUSE, 19005 Coast Highway, Jenner, CA 95450
Experience: Harbor Seal and Sea Lion Hikes/Walks with Coast Naturalist Dr. Deaker. The last hike will leave at 2:00 p.m.
Saturday, May 10, 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
WINDSOR CHAMBER OF COMMERCE & VISITOR CENTER OPEN HOUSE, 9001 Windsor Road., Windsor, CA 95492
Experience: Cool Spring Mid-Day Respite – Join us for a relaxing break with a variety of chilled refreshments, a "goodie bag" filled with tasty treats, and a printed canvas gift bag perfect for your shopping at the downtown sidewalk sale.
Date: Wednesday, May 7