A list of December 2024 events we are most excited about here in Sonoma County!
December 1-31 - Winter Lights Skate Nights
Thursdays & Fridays from 4-8PM and Saturdays & Sundays from 12-8PM. Theme Skate Nights Every Thursday! Add some sparkle to your holiday season with an outdoor skating experience in Downtown Santa Rosa! From Nov. 30 to Dec. 31, glide into the holiday spirit every Thursday through Sunday with Winter Lights Skating on the Square.
December 6 - Merry Healdsburg Tree Lighting Celebration
Celebrate the holidays on the Plaza with the annual Merry Healdsburg Tree Lighting! Bring the whole family to enjoy a winter wonderland downtown with carriage rides, live music, a holiday night market, and much more!
December 7-8 - Holiday Bazaar at Bacchus Landing
Holiday Bazaar at Bacchus Landing with gift ideas for every member of your family, friends, and coworkers. Hosting 15-20 different local retailers and artisans showcasing holiday gift ideas, including apparel, books, games, toys, decorative household items, artisanal foods, wine gift packs, and much more.
December 7 - Cloverdale Wine Walk
The first Saturday of each month, from October through May, features local businesses pairing with very local wineries. Guests enjoy lunch, which is included with the price of your ticket. There are also tickets at a lower cost ($20) for designated drivers. Your designated driver can still enjoy lunch and the stroll through downtown. Many businesses also feature baked specialties, other foods and music. Join us!
December 13 - Cloverdale Winter Festival
An annual holiday event featuring the official tree lighting in the downtown plaza, and downtown streets decorated and full of holiday cheer, artisans, small business pop-ups, music, lights, caroling, gingerbread cookie decorating, Santa Claus and small-town merriment.
December 14 - Downtown Petaluma Holiday Market
Gather your friends and family, and head to Downtown Petaluma to kick off the holiday season! Start off your day in downtown Petaluma with breakfast at one of our delicious cafes, then follow with a stroll through the maker's marketplace on Kentucky Street ~ showcasing local vendors and Downtown Businesses selling that perfect holiday gift. There will be live holiday music from The Pacific Empire Chorus, dancing performances from The Apple Tree Morris Dancers, balloon animals & face painting for the kids. Santa & Mrs. Claus will be joining to take pictures and Christmas lists! Treat yourself to lunch at an array of excellent downtown restaurants & cafes, and continue to discover the plethora of small independent stores welcoming you with holiday cheer, tasty goodies, and great festive deals for the Holiday Open House!
December 15 - Bricoleur Vineyards Holiday Market
We will be putting on a Holiday Market that will highlight local vendors. Shop with us as you enjoy Bricoleur wines! A portion of your $10 entry fee will be donated to the Santa Tim organization which serves local families in need throughout the year and during the holiday season with gifts, food, and other support.
December 21 - Duke Ellington’s Harlem Nutcracker Suite
Healdsburg Jazz will celebrate the holidays with a performance of Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn’s Harlem Nutcracker Suite by artistic director Marcus Shelby and his orchestra. This will be an amazing concert for young people and adults to experience a reimagining of this holiday classic set in Harlem to the music of Ellington and Strayhorn performed live, which is super rare! The program will also include Christmas songs, spirituals, and songs from around the world.
December 24 - Christmas Eve Dinner at The Sea Ranch Lodge
Come enjoy a festive Christmas Eve meal at The Sea Ranch Lodge! Featuring a celebratory prix-fixe menu for the whole family. Reservations required. $125 per person and $45 per child ages 12 and under, plus tax and gratuity.
December 25 - Christmas Dinner at Santé
Join us for a decadent Christmas dinner at Santé. Indulge in a delicious seafood platter along with a delightful 3-course menu, served with all of your favorite family-style sides. Allow our Sommelier to pair each course with our favorite wines of the season.
December 31 - New Year’s Party at Brewster’s
From 10 p.m. to 2 a.m., come party into the new year with music by DJ Lionize! This 21+ ticket includes one complimentary drink ticket, late-night appetizers & snacks, and a champagne test at midnight!
