We have rounded up a little of events we are most excited for this July!
July 4 - Healdsburg Fourth of July Kids Parade and Duck Dash
Hundreds of families and kids of all ages come downtown for the annual Fourth of July Kids' Parade and Duck Dash in the Healdsburg Plaza co-hosted by the Rotary Club of Healdsburg Sunrise and the City of Healdsburg. The event is a fun attraction for the Healdsburg community to celebrate the founding of our nation. Enjoy live music and activities, including: lawn games, Duck Dash Races, face painting, and a parade around the Plaza.
July 4 - Cloverdale Fourth of July Parade and Downtown Celebration
Enjoy live music, food & drinks, old fashioned games and family fun. The parade begins at 10 a.m. through downtown Cloverdale. Then live music in the downtown plaza follows with "Wonder Bread 5" from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
July 5 - Russian River Ramblers Live for Fourth of July presented by Dry Creek Vineyards
Dry Creek Vineyard continues their Fourth of July weekend tradition with a lively performance by the Russian River Ramblers, featuring the winery’s founder, Dave Stare. Formed in 1992, this talented group brings the spirit of early New Orleans jazz to life, inspired by the neighborhood dancehalls of a bygone era.
July 10 - Summer Nights on the Green, Fleetwood Macrame Performance
Fleetwood Macramé has become one of the Bay Area's most exciting tribute bands. What began as a simple exercise in fun has turned into an awe inspiring live experience complete with show stopping renditions of Fleetwood Mac's greatest hits. Audience participation is encouraged, and Bay Area crowds are coming in droves to sing along with Fleetwood Macramé. What's more, they sound so much like Fleetwood Mac, if you closed your eyes, you would think it was the real thing. Only it's better, because you are in the front row!
July 13 - Toyota / SaveMart 350 Nascar Cup Series Race
Wine country becomes the ultimate racing destination once again as NASCAR makes their only trip to California for the Toyota/Save Mart 350.
July 18-20 - Gay Wine Weekend
Gay Wine Weekend makes a move to the Russian River Valley & Healdsburg wine region of Sonoma County, with all-new venues, wineries, restaurants, and more! Join us for a weekend of wine and celebration, benefiting Face to Face, Sonoma County HIV/AIDS Network.
July 19-20 - Sonoma County Hot Air Balloon Classic
Grab your copilots and soar into summer at this year's Hot Air Balloon Festival, happening July 19 & 20, 2025! This two-day celebration is perfect for all ages and promises a sky full of wonder. It all begins with the breathtaking early morning "Glow Show", where balloons light up the dawn like giant fireflies dancing in the dark. As the day unfolds, watch vibrant hot air balloons rise into the sky, painting the horizon with color. The air will be filled with laughter, and the mouthwatering aromas from local food vendors.
July 20 - Napa to Sonoma Half Marathon
Prepare to take a scenic journey on this 13.1-mile route through Napa and Sonoma's Wine Country. Enjoy the view as you pass through rolling vineyards, ranches, and farms as you start in Napa on your way to a finish in front of the historic Sonoma Plaza! A full weekend of running is capped by the half marathon on Sunday, July 20 followed by the always exciting, Post-Race Wine Festival!
July 24-26 - Seventh Annual Wine Country Comedy Fest
The Laugh Cellar presents the Seventh Annual Wine Country Comedy Fest. Three days, three beautiful wineries, and an epic lineup of comedians! Join The Laugh Cellar along with Buena Vista Winery, Balletto Vineyards and DeLoach Vineyards for the ultimate stand-up comedy experience in Wine Country. Two & three day passes are available: save on tickets and no waiting in line! These events are 21+; picnics welcome!
July 30 - Elegance of Beer Celebration & Dinner
Camber represents a space for collaboration and exploration. We live in the best region in the world to grow and to create. Wine anchors us, but there are so many more artists of beverage just waiting to be discovered.
Join us as we begin our Elegance of Beer journey where we explore the nuances of craft beer and move the dial of how it is perceived. Much like wine, fine beer is enriched with layers of flavor that compliment and contrast cuisine.
Camber's Chef Collective is joining together with Northern California's top beer makers to create a series of thoughtfully paired tasting menus featuring local ingredients and producers. Each dinner will showcase a different brewery and will shine an elevated light on their craft.
See you there!
