The Sonoma Volunteer Firefighter’s Association presents the city’s smashing, dashing 4th of July parade, named eighth best event of its kind in the country by Travel+Leisure Magazine and Yahoo News. Head for the historic Sonoma Plaza for the 10 a.m. parade and then stick around for a fun, old-fashioned festival with food, drinks, music, and games. The Valley of the Moon Art Association will be hosting their annual show among the festivities. At dusk, find a spot to perch for the fireworks show.