Are you wondering what's happening in Sonoma County this August, when the Sonoma County Fair starts, or when the Santa Rosa Marathon is happening in 2026? Here's what's on the calendar for the final full month of summer.
Aug 7–16, 2026
Sonoma County Fair in 2026
Santa Rosa
One of the region's biggest summer traditions returns to the Sonoma County Fairgrounds with carnival rides, live entertainment, agricultural exhibits, food vendors, and family-friendly attractions all in one place.
More Info →Aug 8–9, 2026
Gravenstein Apple Fair 2026
Sebastopol
Sonoma County's agricultural roots take center stage at Ragle Ranch Park, where local food and drink, live music, artisan vendors, apple-inspired activities, and farm demonstrations make for an easy weekend outing.
More Info →Aug 9, 2026
Sunday Funday at Sonoma Botanical Garden
Glen Ellen
Sonoma Botanical Garden hosts an afternoon built for exploring, with hands-on activities, arts and crafts, lawn games, family yoga, and a chance to wander through the garden's colorful Spirit Guides exhibition.
More Info →Aug 15, 2026
MUSE Gala 2026
Sonoma
The Sonoma Community Center's signature fundraiser takes on a decades-inspired theme for the evening, with food, drinks, creative activities, community storytelling, and a silent auction supporting local programming.
More Info →Aug 15–16, 2026
Wine and Ice Cream Pairing at Fulcrum Wines
Sonoma
A playful, limited-run summer pairing brings Fulcrum wines together with ice cream for a weekend tasting experience built for beating the heat.
More Info →Aug 16, 2026
Festa Italia di Healdsburg
Healdsburg
This grand tasting spotlights Italian grape varieties grown right here in California, alongside artisan wineries, Italian-inspired vendors, cultural experiences, and food available for purchase.
More Info →Aug 22–23, 2026
Santa Rosa Marathon in 2026
Santa Rosa
Race weekend is back with a marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K winding through Santa Rosa and the surrounding Wine Country landscape, capped off by a finish-line celebration at Old Courthouse Square.
More Info →Aug 22, 2026
Paws & Pours
Glen Ellen
B.R. Cohn Winery opens its doors to adoptable dogs and cats for an afternoon that pairs a good cause with wine available for purchase, food, and live music.
More Info →Make the Most of August in Sonoma
There's no shortage of reasons to get outside and explore Sonoma County this month. Events, dates, activities, and availability are subject to change, so it's worth confirming details directly with each event organizer before you go.
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