Holidays in Sonoma County are full of events from family friendly activities to adult centered winery and musical performances, there is a little something for everyone. Following is a quick snapshot of events happening now through December 31.
For a full listing of events visit http://www.sonomacounty.com/events. Happy Holidays to you and your family!
Santa & Mrs. Claus
November 29th – December 20th
111 2nd Street, Petaluma
Haus Fortuna
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
707-283-0166
Caroling in Convertibles
December 10th, 15th and 17th
Geyserville and Healdsburg area
Go caroling in historic neighborhoods in Healdsburg & Geyserville. Tour Victorian Inns and stay for holiday treats. Song leaders on board and Songbooks to take home. An unforgettable holiday family tradition.
For reservations call 707-480-RODS or email info@winecountryhotrodtours.com
$30 per person
Holiday Open House/Tree Lighting (Historic Railroad Square)
December 12th 6:00 pm
Open House with holiday cookies and hot cider and traditional ceremony at the Rail Depot and a lighting of a distinctive star on Railroad Square’s palm tree in Depot Park. FREE Horse & Carriage rides are ongoing throughout the month of December on the week-ends. The rides bring the spirit of the holidays and are fun for young and old alike!
Winter Choral Concert
December 12th
Cinnabar Theater
3333 Petaluma Blvd., North Petaluma
707-763-8920
Come hear the Chamber Singers and Women’s Chorus joyously raise their voices in songs of the season spanning several hundred years: Welsh, Spanish, Chinese, French, Shakespearean, lullaby carols and more!
Occidental Holiday Crafts Faire
December 12th – 13th
Occidental Community Center
3920 Bohemian Highway, Occidental
707-565-1354
With a wonderful variety of crafts, Occidental’s 24th Annual Holiday Crafts Faire is a great tradition to partake of. There will be fine food, caroling, special guest appearances and more!
Ugly Sweater Saturdays at Anaba Wines
Ugly Sweater Saturdays
December 12th, 19th and 26th
Anaba Wines
60 Bonneau Rd., Sonoma
877-990-4188
Wear an ugly holiday sweater to the Anaba Wines tasting room any Saturday in December and you’ll get a complimentary wine tasting as well as 5% off of your wine purchase!
Lion, Witch, and the Wardrobe
December 16th – 20th
6th Street Playhouse
52 West 6th Street, Santa Rosa
C.S. Lewis’ beloved story, presented for the holidays, features young performers of the 6th Street Playhouse School of Drama and a winter wonderland of enchanted characters and special effects. Cost $10.
Holiday Wonderland Craft Faire
December 18th-20th
Monte Rio Parks and Rec.
20488 Highway 16, Monte Rio
707-865-9956
The faire will feature local crafters and artisans with a variety of wares. Enjoy the historical display at the Russian River Historical Society. Santa will be visiting all three days.
The Nutcracker
December 19th
Wells Fargo Center for the Arts
50 Mark West Springs Rd., Santa Rosa
707-546-3600
Internationally acclaimed choreographer Viktor Kabaniaev has assembled a stellar cast of professional dancers from around the world.
Wells Fargo Center for the Arts - The Nutcracker
Santa Fly-In at the Pacific Coast Air Museum
December 19th
Pacific Coast Air Museum
2230 Becker Blvd, Santa Rosa
707 – 575-7900
Santa will fly in on a Reach helicopter at the Pacific Coast Air Museum! He will sit in the door of an airplane to meet with each child and give them a gift. Crafts, petting zoo, face painting, jumpies, air slide and exciting aircraft will make for a fun holiday outing!
Gingerbread Doghouse Workshops
December 19th & 20th
Charles M. Schulz Museum
2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa
707-284-1263
Decorate Snoopy’s doghouse; make holiday cards and ornaments to take home. Recommended for children ages 6-12. A special adult/child class offered for younger children. Advance reservations required.
The Andy Williams Christmas Show
December 22nd
Wells Fargo Center for the Arts
50 Mark West Springs Road, Santa Rosa
707-546-3600
Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without Andy Williams. Millions of people have seen his Christmas show on television. Now you can see him live in his first-ever Sonoma County performance as he covers some of the most beloved songs of the season!
Cost: $69.50, $99.50
Holiday Celebration
December 26th-31st
Chateau St. Jean Winery
8555 Sonoma Highway, Kenwood
707-833-4134, ext. 5258
Chateau St. Jean is hosting a week-long holiday celebration. Toast to family, friendship and the good life.
Happy New Year, Charlie Brown!
December 31st
Charles M. Schulz Museum
2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa
707-579-4452
Ring in the New Year with hands-on activities for kids and a noon time root beer toast!
If you missed the Guerneville Parade of Lights on Dec 5th this year – be sure to check back next year!
Guerneville Parade of Lights? One word: cool. Also, different. Also, cool.
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