Join the SOFA District artists for First Friday Open Studios, held on the first Friday of every month from 5 to 8pm. Experience a vibrant evening with gallery openings, live music, and the opportunity to meet the artists in Santa Rosa’s historic Railroad Square. It’s a wonderful chance to explore new works, enjoy a lively atmosphere, and connect with the creative community. Best of all, First Friday is free to the public!
The 2025 dates are 4/4, 5/2, 6/6, 7/4, 8/1, 9/5, 10/3, 11/7, and 12/5. Don’t miss out on this monthly celebration of art and culture!
Events Calendar
FEATURED SONOMA EVENTS
From vineyard concerts and wine festivals to art walks, farmers markets, and seasonal celebrations, there’s always something happening in Sonoma Wine Country. Whether you're sipping at a winemaker dinner, exploring local crafts, or catching live music under the stars, every event offers a taste of what makes this region special. Check out the full calendar to plan your next adventure!
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Join the SOFA District artists for First Friday Open Studios, held on the first Friday of every month from 5 to 8pm. Experience a vibrant evening with gallery openings, live music, and the opportunity to meet the artists in Santa Rosa’s historic Railroad Square. It’s a wonderful chance to explore new works, enjoy a lively atmosphere, and connect with the creative community. Best of all, First Friday is free to the public!
The 2025 dates are 4/4, 5/2, 6/6, 7/4, 8/1, 9/5, 10/3, 11/7, and 12/5. Don’t miss out on this monthly celebration of art and culture!
Join the SOFA District artists for First Friday Open Studios, held on the first Friday of every month from 5 to 8pm. Experience a vibrant evening with gallery openings, live music, and the opportunity to meet the artists in Santa Rosa’s historic Railroad Square. It’s a wonderful chance to explore new works, enjoy a lively atmosphere, and connect with the creative community. Best of all, First Friday is free to the public!
The 2025 dates are 4/4, 5/2, 6/6, 7/4, 8/1, 9/5, 10/3, 11/7, and 12/5. Don’t miss out on this monthly celebration of art and culture!
Since 2002, the Sonoma Plein Air Festival at Sonoma Plaza has brought renowned artists to paint the stunning landscapes of Sonoma Wine Country, Marin, San Francisco, and the coast. Held each September, festival week features a Quick Draw at Sonoma’s Tuesday night Farmers Market, a Friday night Gala and Silent Art Auction, and a Saturday Art Show and Sale showcasing artwork created throughout the week.
As a nonprofit event, all proceeds directly support K-12 arts education in Sonoma Valley public schools and community programs through the Sonoma Plein Air Foundation. Artist commissions help foster creativity for the next generation. Thank you to the artists, attendees, donors, and volunteers who make this event possible!
Artists are invited to apply for the 2025 Healdsburg Arts Festival, held in downtown Healdsburg’s picturesque Plaza in the heart of Sonoma County wine country. Presented by the Healdsburg Center for the Arts in partnership with the City of Healdsburg’s Community Services Department, this popular festival attracts regional and international visitors.
Featuring over 45 artist booths, food, wine, live music, and entertainment, the festival showcases a diverse range of fine art and crafts, including painting, photography, ceramics, sculpture, textiles, glass, jewelry, and mixed media. All artwork must be free-standing or ready to hang, with works on paper framed (no clip frames).
Join the SOFA District artists for First Friday Open Studios, held on the first Friday of every month from 5 to 8pm. Experience a vibrant evening with gallery openings, live music, and the opportunity to meet the artists in Santa Rosa’s historic Railroad Square. It’s a wonderful chance to explore new works, enjoy a lively atmosphere, and connect with the creative community. Best of all, First Friday is free to the public!
The 2025 dates are 4/4, 5/2, 6/6, 7/4, 8/1, 9/5, 10/3, 11/7, and 12/5. Don’t miss out on this monthly celebration of art and culture!
Sonoma County Art Trails is a juried open studio event celebrating local artists. Held over two weekends in October, it offers a unique opportunity to visit artists’ studios, see their creative process, and purchase original works. The Art Trails Preview Show provides a first look at participating artists’ work, helping visitors plan their studio tours.
This free event welcomes art lovers to explore a diverse range of styles and mediums while connecting with the talented artists of Sonoma County. Applications for artists open soon.
Open Studio Weekends: October 11-12 & 18-19.
Sonoma County Art Trails is a juried open studio event celebrating local artists. Held over two weekends in October, it offers a unique opportunity to visit artists’ studios, see their creative process, and purchase original works. The Art Trails Preview Show provides a first look at participating artists’ work, helping visitors plan their studio tours.
This free event welcomes art lovers to explore a diverse range of styles and mediums while connecting with the talented artists of Sonoma County. Applications for artists open soon.
Open Studio Weekends: October 11-12 & 18-19.
Sonoma County Art Trails is a juried open studio event celebrating local artists. Held over two weekends in October, it offers a unique opportunity to visit artists’ studios, see their creative process, and purchase original works. The Art Trails Preview Show provides a first look at participating artists’ work, helping visitors plan their studio tours.
This free event welcomes art lovers to explore a diverse range of styles and mediums while connecting with the talented artists of Sonoma County. Applications for artists open soon.
Open Studio Weekends: October 11-12 & 18-19.
Sonoma County Art Trails is a juried open studio event celebrating local artists. Held over two weekends in October, it offers a unique opportunity to visit artists’ studios, see their creative process, and purchase original works. The Art Trails Preview Show provides a first look at participating artists’ work, helping visitors plan their studio tours.
This free event welcomes art lovers to explore a diverse range of styles and mediums while connecting with the talented artists of Sonoma County. Applications for artists open soon.
Open Studio Weekends: October 11-12 & 18-19.
Join the SOFA District artists for First Friday Open Studios, held on the first Friday of every month from 5 to 8pm. Experience a vibrant evening with gallery openings, live music, and the opportunity to meet the artists in Santa Rosa’s historic Railroad Square. It’s a wonderful chance to explore new works, enjoy a lively atmosphere, and connect with the creative community. Best of all, First Friday is free to the public!
The 2025 dates are 4/4, 5/2, 6/6, 7/4, 8/1, 9/5, 10/3, 11/7, and 12/5. Don’t miss out on this monthly celebration of art and culture!
Join the SOFA District artists for First Friday Open Studios, held on the first Friday of every month from 5 to 8pm. Experience a vibrant evening with gallery openings, live music, and the opportunity to meet the artists in Santa Rosa’s historic Railroad Square. It’s a wonderful chance to explore new works, enjoy a lively atmosphere, and connect with the creative community. Best of all, First Friday is free to the public!
The 2025 dates are 4/4, 5/2, 6/6, 7/4, 8/1, 9/5, 10/3, 11/7, and 12/5. Don’t miss out on this monthly celebration of art and culture!