Summer hits its stride in Sonoma this month. Fireworks light up the sky, music fills outdoor venues, drag racers take over the raceway, and hot air balloons drift over the fairgrounds at sunrise. Wherever your interests lie, July gives you a reason to get out and enjoy the community. Here are a few events worth marking on your calendar.
July 3–6
Fourth of July Weekend Celebration at Fairmont Sonoma
Sonoma
Fairmont Sonoma turns the holiday into a long weekend, anchoring its festivities around the area's classic parade and fireworks tradition.
July 3
Stars, Stripes and Sips
Kenwood
Kenwood kicks off the holiday early with a wine country celebration built around red, white, and rosé pours.
More Info →July 4
Happy 4th of July at B.R. Cohn
Glen Ellen
B.R. Cohn marks Independence Day at the estate with live music, chip flights, frosé, and other festive winery touches.
More Info →July 4
4th of July Night Hike
Kenwood
Sugarloaf Ridge State Park hosts a holiday night hike that benefits the Sonoma Ecology Center's work in the park.
More Info →July 4
4th of July Fireworks Spectacular
Rohnert Park
Green Music Center pairs the Santa Rosa Symphony and Transcendence Theatre Company with a fireworks finale over Weill Hall and the surrounding lawn.
More Info →July 4
Fired Up Freedom
Santa Rosa
The Sonoma County Fairgrounds brings together fireworks, live music, food and drink, and the always-memorable World Pillow Fighting Championships.
More Info →July 11
Art on the Plaza
Sonoma
Sonoma Plaza fills with art, music, food, and community spirit for this one-day summer gathering.
More Info →July 11
Cline Country Bluegrass Festival
Sonoma
Now in its third year, Cline Family Cellars' bluegrass festival fills the Great Lawn with live music, food vendors, and estate wines.
More Info →July 11–26
Valley of the Moon Music Festival
Sonoma
This year's program, "Postcards from Dvořák," brings chamber music to Sonoma across several dates throughout the month.
More Info →Various Dates
Green Music Center Summer Events
Rohnert Park
Movies on the lawn, live concerts, and touring acts keep the calendar full at Green Music Center all month long.
More Info →July 17–19
DENSO NHRA Sonoma Nationals
Sonoma Raceway hosts three days of high-energy NHRA drag racing for a true summer racing weekend.
More Info →July 18–19
Sonoma County Hot Air Balloon Classic
Santa Rosa
This two-day Fairgrounds event opens with an early-morning glow show and weather-permitting balloon launches, plus food, vendors, and family-friendly activities throughout the day.
More Info →July is a reminder of just how much life there is to enjoy across Sonoma and the surrounding area, from time-honored holiday traditions to music, art, and time outdoors.
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Event details are subject to change. Before making plans, please confirm dates, availability, reservation requirements, and ticket information directly with the event organizer or venue.
This post was created with the assistance of artificial intelligence and reviewed by the marketing team at Coldwell Banker Brokers of the Valley.
