Best Things to Do in Sonoma County This October

Best Things to Do in Sonoma County This October

Looking to fill a couple hours of your day while in Sonoma County Wine Country? With so many offerings in the area, we’ve curated the top events this month! Less researching and more having fun. Enjoy!

Featured photo courtesy of Sonoma Harvest Music Festival.

Shaggy dog gets his ears checked at St. Francis' blessing of animals every October.
Photo courtesy of St. Francis WInery.

St. Francis Winery’s Annual Blessing of the Animals

Date tbd

Bless your pets (all species welcome), in a picturesque Sonoma setting, sipping wine at St. Francis Winery’s annual Blessing of the Animals which supports the Humane Society of Sonoma County.

More info: stfranciswinery.com

Mike Massimo with Snoopy in space for Shultz Museum
Photo courtesy of Charles M. Schultz Museum, Mike Massimino and Snoopy.

Snoopy in Orbit

Dates tbd

A new exhibition at the Schulz Museum offers a rare look at Peanuts artifacts that have made the trip to space.

More info: schulzmuseum.org

Facade of The Matheson in Healdsburg, Sonoma.
Photo courtesy of Deb Wilson.

Family Style Dinners at The Matheson in Healdsburg

Dates tbd

Designed for groups of four, chef-owner Dustin Valette and chef Nate Davis are cokking favorite family recipes. Menus change every two weeks, but expect deliciousness like fried chicken, prime rib, and big bowls of pasta.

More info: thematheson.com

Small band plays at Sebastiani Sonoma
Photo courtesy of Sebastiani Vineyards & Winery.

Friday Night Music Series

Date tbd

Kick back on the patio at Sebastiani Vineyards & Winery in Sonoma for a fun evening of live music and wine.

More info: sebastiani.com

A long table set outdoors with wine glasses at the Kendall Jackson Wine Estate Gardens.
Photo courtesy of Kendall Jackson Wine Estate & Gardens.

Farm-To-Table Dinner Series

Date tbd

Using fresh produce from Kendall Jackson Wine Estate & Gardens, the  meal will be prepared outdoor over a live fire. One communal large dining table will be set in the garden.

More info: kj.com

Sonoma County Harvest Fair
Photo courtesy of Sonoma County Tourism.

Sonoma County Harvest Fair Grand Tasting

Date tbd

Sip wine from more than 100 wineries, meet winemakers and maybe even stomp grapes.

More info: harvestfair.org

Woman arranges moss art at Appellation Sonoma.
Photo courtesy of Appellation.

Crafted at Appellation: Moss Wall Art

Dates tbd

It’s still a good year from opening, but celebrity chef Charlie Palmer’s food-centric hotel brand, Appellation has already begun offering classes led by local makers. During October, you can learn how to create and install a stunning piece Moss Wall Art

More info: appellationhotels.com/crafted

Event Venues

Looking to see what’s happening right now in Sonoma County? Our comprehensive list of venues across the city below will help you find what you need to know what’s going on.

Looking for more things to do in the area?

Visit our What to Do in Northern California page!

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