Experience the joy of December in Sonoma! Enjoy the 2024 holiday season with enchanting events for all ages. Embrace the season with community celebrations, unique wine experiences, and fun activities to enjoy with loved ones. Click the bold titles of each event for more details on dates, times, and locations!
Holiday Wine & Festive Events
Sparkling Holidays Cocktail Party at Amista Vineyards
Date: December 7
Time: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Description: Celebrate with sparkling wines and festive cocktails.
Glen Ellen Holiday Wine Trail
Date: December 7-8
Time: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Description: Join us for a festive weekend of wine tasting along the Glen Ellen Holiday Wine Trail
Date: December 7-8
Time: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Description: Join us for a festive weekend of wine tasting along the Glen Ellen Holiday Wine Trail
Buena Vista Winery Holiday Open House
Date: December 8
Time: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Description: A day filled with wine, food, and holiday cheer.
Date: December 8
Time: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Description: A day filled with wine, food, and holiday cheer.
Date: December 15
Description: Hot cocoa, Santa, and holiday magic aboard a festive train!
Description: Hot cocoa, Santa, and holiday magic aboard a festive train!
Date: December 14
Description: Enjoy wine, food, and festive ambiance in the heart of Sonoma Valley.
Description: Enjoy wine, food, and festive ambiance in the heart of Sonoma Valley.
Community Festivals
Date: December 7
Time: 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Cornerstone Sonoma
Description: See hundreds of snowmen lit up in various scenes with kids' crafts, food, and holiday vibes.
Time: 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Cornerstone Sonoma
Description: See hundreds of snowmen lit up in various scenes with kids' crafts, food, and holiday vibes.
Date: December 7
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00pm
Description: Meet at the Petaluma Turning Basin and enjoy the Lighted Boat Parade hosted by the Petaluma Yatch Club.
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00pm
Description: Meet at the Petaluma Turning Basin and enjoy the Lighted Boat Parade hosted by the Petaluma Yatch Club.
Craft Fairs & Markets
Date: November 30th
Time: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location: 800 Oregon St. Sonoma Ca
Description: Shop unique holiday gifts from over 20 local vendors, win beautiful raffle prizes and embrace the Christmas holiday season with live music and pictures with Santa!
Time: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location: 800 Oregon St. Sonoma Ca
Description: Shop unique holiday gifts from over 20 local vendors, win beautiful raffle prizes and embrace the Christmas holiday season with live music and pictures with Santa!
Date: November 30th
Time: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Location: Sonoma Plaza
Description: Join us for Sonoma Sip & Shop, a day of fun around Sonoma Plaza highlighting our amazing local retailers and Sonoma Valley wineries.
Time: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Location: Sonoma Plaza
Description: Join us for Sonoma Sip & Shop, a day of fun around Sonoma Plaza highlighting our amazing local retailers and Sonoma Valley wineries.
Dates: December 7-8
Location: Finley Community Complex, Santa Rosa
Description: Shop handmade crafts while enjoying hot chocolate and kid-friendly activities.
Location: Finley Community Complex, Santa Rosa
Description: Shop handmade crafts while enjoying hot chocolate and kid-friendly activities.
Family-Friendly Holiday Activities
Date: November 29, ongoing through December
Location: Downtown Santa Rosa
Location: Downtown Santa Rosa
Description: Family fun with live entertainment, treats, and photos with Santa.
Date: November 30
Location: Sonoma Plaza
Location: Sonoma Plaza
Description: Watch as decorated tractors adorned with sparkling lights spread joy and holiday cheer around the Sonoma Plaza.
Date: November - December
Location: Snoopy’s Home Ice, Santa Rosa
Description: Come skate at Snoopy's Home Ice on a general public session at our beautiful rink in Sonoma County!
Description: Come skate at Snoopy's Home Ice on a general public session at our beautiful rink in Sonoma County!
Dates: December 8-18
Location: Alliance Redwoods Conference Grounds
Description: Explore holiday lights among the redwoods. Admission: $10 per vehicle.
Location: Alliance Redwoods Conference Grounds
Description: Explore holiday lights among the redwoods. Admission: $10 per vehicle.
Dates: December 14-15
Location: Charles M. Schulz Museum & Research Center
Description: Assemble and decorate Snoopy’s doghouse out of gingerbread, complete with a marshmallow Snoopy on top! Registration required.
Location: Charles M. Schulz Museum & Research Center
Description: Assemble and decorate Snoopy’s doghouse out of gingerbread, complete with a marshmallow Snoopy on top! Registration required.
Thinking about calling Sonoma home? The holidays showcase the magic of this vibrant community. Connect with one of our Sonoma Realtors today to discover your dream property. Whether you're looking for a cozy home or vineyard estate, the Sonoma Valley real estate market offers unparalleled opportunities!
