Sonoma Events Calendar

Sonoma Valley hosts many popular events every year, giving you a special reason for a day trip, weekend getaway, or part of a longer vacation. If like you wine, food, and/or art events, there’s something for you. Many events raise needed funds for non-profit services in the area. Come join the fun! We’ve listed our favorite major events here – be sure to check with your favorite wineries, restaurants, and art venues for smaller and non-recurring events during the year. Our What’s New page also includes notices of upcoming events.

FEBRUARY Sonoma Event Calendar

February 2024
Valentine’s Day is Feb. 14, 2024

Presidents’ Day Holiday is Feb. 19, 2024

Friday Farmers Marketbell-peppers Every Friday Open Fridays 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM, year ’round in the Arnold Field parking lot just one block north of Sonoma Plaza. More info.

MARCH Sonoma Event Calendar

March 2024
St. Patrick’s Day is March 17, 2024

Caesar Chavez Day is March 31, 2024

Sonoma International Film Festival

TBD 2024

The annual Sonoma International Film Festival showcases more than 90 new independent films from around the world. More info.

Friday Morning Farmers Market

Every Friday

Open Fridays 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM, year ’round, in the Arnold Field parking lot, just one block north of Sonoma Plaza. More Info.

APRIL Sonoma Event Calendar

 

 

April 2024
Earth Day is April 22, 2024
 Trashion Fashion ShowImage Trashion TBD, 2024 Fun, fun fun! Where else can you find such outrageous, beautiful and humorous fashions created from recycled materials. This annual event brings out the best in local creativity. More info.

Earth Day at Quarryhill Botanical Garden

Quarry Hill Botanical Garden

TBD, 2024

Celebrate Earth Day at this exquisite Botanical Garden. This free family event features hula hoops, reptiles, a Lion dance, origami, bee keepers, fire truck tours, live music ,and arts and crafts.  Purchase rare plants from the garden. More info.

Farm Trails

Image for Farm trails

TBD, 2024

Tour your way through Sonoma County’s farms! Activities include farm tours, demos, animal petting, games and crafts for kids, tastings, cooking demos, flower arranging, and more. Most stops are free. More info.

Friday Morning Farmers Market

Every Friday

Open Fridays 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM, year ’round, in the Arnold Field parking lot, just one block north of Sonoma Plaza. More info.

MAY Sonoma Event Calendar

May 2024
Cinco de Mayo is May 5, 2024

Mother’s Day is May 11, 2024

Memorial Day is May 26, 2024

Cinco de Mayo

May 5, 2024 Live mariachi and DJ music, authentic Mexican food, dance performances, games for kids and much more at this annual celebration of Mexico’s triumph over France in the legendary battle of Puebla in 1862. Noon to 7 p.m.
Signature Sonoma Valley

Signature Sonoma Valley

TBD 2024  Experience “all things Sonoma” at this three-day, hands-on celebration of Sonoma Valley wine, food and lifestyle. Attend exclusive winemaker dinners, special tastings of rare wines, panel discussions, vineyard tours, and more. More info.
Art Walk

art

TBD 2024 Stroll around the plaza, popping into local galleries and businesses to chat with artists, listen to music, and take in the latest on the Sonoma art scene.   More info.
Tuesday Evening Farmers Market

Photo of Sonoma Farmers Market

Every Tuesday evening Centrally located in the Town Square, Tuesday evenings, from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm, May through October. The weekly events doubles as an unofficial weekly town picnic. Food, crafts, nonprofit booths, local produce, seasonal flowers, and live music. More Info.

Friday Morning Farmers Market

bell-peppers

Every Friday morning

Open Fridays 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM, year ’round, in the Arnold Field parking lot, just one block north of Sonoma Plaza. More info.

JUNE Sonoma Event Calendar

June 2023
Fathers Day is June 15, 2024
Pueblo Day TBD 2024 Pueblo Day is an annual celebration of the  founding in 1835 of the pueblo of Sonoma by General M.G. Vallejo. Visit multiple historic venues and enjoy re-enactments, live music, craft demos, and games. More info.

Annual Hit the Road Jack Run

Image for HIt the Road Jack

TBD 2024

Join locals in this 10K and Family Fun Run. Course runs through town and surrounding back roads. More info.

NASCAR 350 at Sonoma Raceway

Image Sonoma Raceway

TBD 2024

The Toyota/Save Mart 350 race plus auctions, air-show, contests, and more. Add a visit to Sonoma Plaza using the free shuttle bus. More Info.

Broadway Under the Stars

June -Sept, 2024

Transcendence Theatre’s “Broadway Under The Stars”  is a series of concerts featuring professional Broadway and Hollywood performers in the majestic open-air winery ruins in Jack London State Park. Magical in every way! More info.

Tuesday Evening Farmers Market

Photo of Sonoma Farmers Market

 

Tuesdays

Centrally located in the Town Square, Tuesday evenings, from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm, May through October. The weekly events doubles as an unofficial weekly town picnic. Food, crafts, nonprofit booths, local produce, seasonal flowers, and live music. More info.

Sebastiani Friday Night Music Series

Image guitar

Fridays

Enjoy live music from a variety of talented musicians in the tasting room or on the courtyard, April thru Sept. Wines by-the-glass or by-the-bottle available for purchase along with gourmet sandwiches and salads. Guests are also welcome to bring a picnic dinner or snacks. Children and well-behaved pets are welcome! The last Friday of each month is “Food Truck Friday.”  More info.
Art Walk

art

First Thursday of the month Stroll around the plaza, popping into local galleries and businesses to chat with artists, listen to music, and take in the latest on the Sonoma art scene. First Thursday of each month through December except July.  More info.

Friday Morning Farmers Market

Fridays

Open Fridays 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM, year ’round, in the Arnold Field parking lot, just one block north of Sonoma Plaza. Fresh fruits and vegetables, artisan breads, cheeses, and arts and crafts. More info.

JULY Sonoma Event Calendar

July 2024
Independence Day is July 4!
July 4, 2023

The Sonoma Plaza is center stage for a fun filled day of celebration featuring the annual parade with entries including floats, horses. Food booths, live music, and more. Sponsored by the Sonoma Community Center and the City of Sonoma. Fireworks as the sky darkens delight all. (Free) More Info.

Out in the Vineyard

Photo of Gay Wine Weekend

TBD 2024

Now you can celebrate PRIDE in Out In The Vineyard for 3 Full Days of LGBT 3 in magnificent Sonoma Valley. Celebrate with world class wine and culinary delights, music and dancing in a private estate vineyard, VIP Receptions, wine tasting excursions, champagne brunch and wine auction in one of the most famous luxury wine destinations in the world. More Info.

Broadway Under the Stars

Image Broadway

June-Sept.,  2024

Transcendence Theatre’s “Broadway Under The Stars”  is a series of concerts featuring professional Broadway and Hollywood performers in the majestic open-air winery ruins in Jack London State Park. Magical in every way! More info.

Wine Country Half Marathon

TBD 2024

You simply could not ask for a more beautiful backdrop for a marathon. The race begins in Napa Valley at Domaine Carneros winery — a classic French chateau — and continues down a back country road past several miles of vineyards, sheep and horse ranches.. More info.

Tuesday Evening Farmers MarketPhoto of Sonoma Farmers Market

Tuesdays

Centrally located in the Town Square, Tuesday evenings, from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm, May through October. The weekly events doubles as an unofficial weekly town picnic. Food, crafts, nonprofit booths, local produce, seasonal flowers, and live music. More Info.

Friday Morning Farmers Market

bell-peppers

Fridays

Open Fridays 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM, year ’round, in the Arnold Field parking lot, just one block north of Sonoma Plaza. Fresh fruits and vegetables, artisan breads, cheeses, and arts and crafts. More Info.

AUGUST Sonoma Event Calendar

August 2024
There are no national holidays in August.

Broadway Under the Stars

Image for Transcendence Theater

June-Sept., 2024

 Transcendence Theatre’s “Broadway Under The Stars”  is a series of concerts featuring professional Broadway and Hollywood performers in the majestic open-air winery ruins in Jack London State Park. Magical in every way! More info.

Sonoma City Party

Image of plaza party

TBD 2024

Each year the city of Sonoma puts on a down-home party that brings the locals out in droves for dancing in the streets, food, drink, and live music. Don’t miss it! More info.

Red and White BallPhoto of Red and White Ball TBD 2024 A fundraiser for local schools, the Sonoma Red and White Ball is a hugely popular, and colorful, dinner and dance party held on the Plaza.  The theme is fun, not necessarily formal. Don your favorite Red and White attire and dance the night away. More info.
Art Walk

art

First Thursday of the month Stroll around the plaza, popping into local galleries and businesses to chat with artists, listen to music, and take in the latest on the Sonoma art scene. First Thursday of each month through December except July.  More info.

Tuesday Evening Farmers Market

Photo of Sonoma Farmers Market

Tuesdays

Centrally located in the Town Square, Tuesday evenings, from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm, May through October. The weekly events doubles as an unofficial weekly town picnic. Food, crafts, nonprofit booths, local produce, seasonal flowers, and live music. More Info.

Friday Morning Farmers Market

Fridays

Open Fridays 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM, year ’round, in the Arnold Field parking lot, just one block north of Sonoma Plaza. Fresh fruits and vegetables, artisan breads, cheeses, and arts and crafts. More Info.

SEPTEMBER Sonoma Event Calendar

 

September 2024
Labor Day is September 2, 2024
Broadway Under the StarsImage for Transcendence Theater June-Sept., 2024

Transcendence Theatre’s “Broadway Under The Stars”  is a series of concerts featuring professional Broadway and Hollywood performers in the majestic open-air winery ruins in Jack London State Park. Magical in every way! More info.

Wine Country Optics and Nature Festival White-breasted Nuthatch on a Camera

TBD, 2024

An extravaganza for nature lovers, this annual event has it all: nature photography; optics equipment; Bay Area conservation groups; stunning landscaped gardens; live bats, owls and hawks; live music; and food and wine. Free entry and parking! More info.

Sonoma Plein Air Image Sonoma Plein Air

TBD, 2024

Sonoma Plein Air is a week long event celebrating the century-old technique of outdoor painting. The annual gathering of artists culminates at Sonoma’s Historic Plaza for The Art Exhibition and Sale on Saturday. More Info.

Mexican Independence Day

mexican dance

TBD, 2024 Music, dancing, and a civic ceremony on the Sonoma Plaza celebrate the 1821 independence of Mexico from Spanish rule.  More info

Valley of the Moon
Vintage Festival

TBD, 2024

California’s oldest festival, this Sonoma tradition is held on the historic town square and is fun for all ages. Festivities include Opening Night Gala, Blessing of the Grapes, Reenactment of the Bear Flag Revolt, Firefighters’ Water Fight, Grape Stomp, Parade, and 5k Run-Walk. More Info.

Art Walk

art

First Thursday of the month Stroll around the plaza, popping into local galleries and businesses to chat with artists, listen to music, and take in the latest on the Sonoma art scene. First Thursday of each month through December except July.  More info.

Tues. Evening Farmers Market

Photo of Sonoma Farmers Market

Every Tuesday

Centrally located in the Town Square, Tuesday evenings, from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm, May through October. The weekly events doubles as an unofficial weekly town picnic. Food, crafts, nonprofit booths, local produce, seasonal flowers, and live music. More Info.

Friday Morning Farmers Market

Every Friday

Open Fridays 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM, year ’round, in the Arnold Field parking lot, just one block north of Sonoma Plaza. Fresh fruits and vegetables, artisan breads, cheeses, and arts and crafts. More Info.

OCTOBER Sonoma Event Calendar

October 2024
Columbus Day is October 14

Halloween is October 31

Huichica Music Festival

Huichica Music Festival, Gundlach Bundschu Winery, Sonoma, CA, 6/2/12

TBD 2024

This home-grown, indie-rock fest is a a weekend-long celebration of music, food, and wine. Set at Gundlach Bundschu Winery on a grassy hill, it is a fantastic place to relax and enjoy a glass of wine. Blankets or low-back beach chairs and flat, walking shoes, are encouraged. Pack some sunscreen, a hat and get ready to enjoy a day in the sun! Wears layers as it can get chilly at night. More info.

ARTrails Open Studio Tour 

art-trails

TBD 2024

Grab an ARTrails catalog with maps and spend a day or two sampling some of the very best art Sonoma County has to offer. Drive the country lanes, coastal highways, and pastoral vistas or the urban centers of Sonoma County on this self-guided free tour. ARTrails provides that rare glimpse into the artist’s studio.(Free) More Info.

Glen Ellen Village Fair

 GE Village Fair

TBD 2024

The Annual Glen Ellen Village Fair lets the locals strut their stuff. More Info.

Art Walk

art

TBD 2024 Stroll around the plaza, popping into local galleries and businesses to chat with artists, listen to music, and take in the latest on the Sonoma art scene. First Thursday of each month through December except July.  More info.

Friday Morning Farmers Market

Every Friday

Open Fridays 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM, year ’round, in the Arnold Field parking lot, just one block north of Sonoma Plaza. More Info.

NOVEMBER Sonoma Event Calendar

November 2024
Veterans Day is November 11, 2024

Thanksgiving Day is November 28, 2024

Lighting of the PlazaPhoto of Holidays in Sonoma

Check web site for event dates in 2024

The holiday magic begins with the lighting of 100,000 lights on the Plaza! Bring your kids, wine and beer for this evening of free fun and entertainment.

Cirque de Bohème

TBD 2024  Enjoy a 1920’s style circus based on the French tradition at Cornerstone Gardens. This intimate gathering is limited to 130 guests per show under a tent in the Cornerstone gardens. Performers include a magician, contortionist, hat juggler, ball spinner, unicyclist, mime, an eccentric clown, knife-thrower and other assorted denizens of Paris of the 1920’s. More info.

Holidays in Sonoma

Photo of Holidays in Sonoma

Check web site for event dates in 2024

Ditch the shopping mall sprawl this year for the rolling vineyards and historic towns of real wine country. Fill your stockings in the artisan boutiques, wineries and galleries of Sonoma’s legendary Plaza. You’re bound to one-up Santa with delicious olive oils, world-class wines, spa certificates, antiques, gourmet goods and more. More info.

Art Walk

art

TBD 2024 Stroll around the plaza, popping into local galleries and businesses to chat with artists, listen to music, and take in the latest on the Sonoma art scene. First Thursday of each month through December except July.  More info.

Friday Morning Farmers Market

Photo of Sonoma Farmers Market

Every Friday

Open Fridays 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM, year ’round, in the Arnold Field parking lot, just one block north of Sonoma Plaza. More info.

DECEMBER Sonoma Event Calendar

 

December 2024
Christmas Day is December 25th

Cirque de Bohème

TBD 2024  Enjoy a 1920’s style circus based on the French tradition at Cornerstone Gardens. This intimate gathering is limited to 130 guests per show under a tent in the Cornerstone gardens. Performers include a magician, contortionist, hat juggler, ball spinner, unicyclist, mime, an eccentric clown, knife-thrower and other assorted denizens of Paris of the 1920’s. More info.

Holidays in Sonoma

holidays-in-sonoma

Check web site for event dates in 2024

Ditch the shopping mall sprawl this year for the rolling vineyards and historic towns of real wine country. Fill your stockings in the artisan boutiques, wineries and galleries of Sonoma’s legendary Plaza. You’re bound to one-up Santa with delicious olive oils, world-class wines, spa certificates, antiques, gourmet goods and more. More info.

Art Walk

art

TBD 2024 Stroll around the plaza, popping into local galleries and businesses to chat with artists, listen to music, and take in the latest on the Sonoma art scene. First Thursday of each month through December except July.  More info.

Friday Morning Farmers Market

Photo of Sonoma Farmers Market

Every Friday

Open Fridays 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM, year ’round, in the Arnold Field parking lot, just one block north of Sonoma Plaza. More info.

JANUARY Sonoma Event Calendar

 

January 2025
Martin Luther King Day is January 20, 2025

Friday Morning Farmers Market

Every Friday

Open Fridays 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM, year ’round, in the Arnold Field parking lot, just one block north of Sonoma Plaza. More info.

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