Featured photo courtesy of Mill Valley Recreation.
25th Annual Persian New Year
March 12
Nowruz, or the Persian New Year, arrives every year around the spring equinox. On the evening of March 12, McNears Beach Park will be alight for Chaharshanbe Suri, the first festivity of several for Nowruz. Celebrants will jump over fire in an act of cleansing before the new year. Make sure to stay into the night for great food and lively dancing.
More info: ipersian.org
Pigs and Pinot
March 15–16
Taste 60 pinot noirs alongside pork dishes created by wine country’s favorite chefs. Now in its 17th year, the event raises funds for educational programs including culinary and wine accreditation, music, and the arts.
More info: pigsandpinot.com
St. Patrick's Day at Finnegan's Marin
March 17
Downtown Novato’s family-owned Irish bar is the place to be to celebrate this festive holiday. The homey pub offers a variety of beers on tap and warm food to wash it down. We recommend the jalapeño poppers!
More info: finnegansmarin.com
Sonoma International Film Festival
March 20–24
The Sonoma International Film Festival accomplishes an amazing feat — bringing high-caliber, international talent to an intimate locale. This year’s festival will screen over 100 films while showcasing the best of Sonoma’s food and wine scene. Expect to see industry greats showing up to this intimate international festival.
More info: sonomafilmfest.org
California Artisan Cheese Festival
March 22–24
Triple crème, Humboldt fog, fromage blanc, goat cheese — try all your favorite cheeses from Northern Californian cheesemakers at the Artisan Cheese Festival. Three days of tastings, pairings, creamery tours and seminars fill the schedule of this Sonoma County-based extravaganza. Enjoy a cheese crawl through the Barlow in Sebastopol. Or, explore wine pairings in a bustling marketplace at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds.
More info: artisancheesefestival.com
Mill Valley Spring Faire
March 23
Much more than a quaint community gathering, the Mill Valley Spring Faire hosts craft vendors, food stalls and activities for the whole family. Friends Field will be packed with people for this morning of fun, with bounce-houses and egg hunts springing up for the kids.
More info: millvalleyrecreation.org
Sausalito Easter Parade and Egg Hunt
March 30
While most communities hold yearly easter egg hunts for their youngest, this Sausalito event stands out in one big way: Adults can participate too! No, you won’t be going head-to-head against a 3-year-old, but adults can search for eggs full of gift cards and prizes from local businesses in their own search after the kids’ hunts. The egg-centric fun is great for families looking for something different.
More info: sausalito.gov
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