The 20th Annual California Artisan Cheese Festival returns to Sonoma County March 20th – 22nd for a three-day celebration of artisan cheesemaking and the vibrant community behind it. This signature event brings together cheesemakers, industry experts, and enthusiasts to honor the craft, stories, and flavors that define California’s dynamic cheese culture.
Festival experiences include behind-the-scenes farm and producer tours, hands-on seminars and workshops led by industry leaders, and the popular Cheese Crawl at The Barlow in Sebastopol. The Artisan Cheese Tasting & Marketplace showcases more than 100 artisans from cheesemakers to winemakers and brewers, offering abundant samples and specialty products for purchase.
With tastings, education, and immersive culinary experiences, the festival offers an unforgettable opportunity to celebrate artisan cheese in the heart of wine country.






