Nestled on a picturesque estate just outside Healdsburg, Bricoleur Vineyards presents Après Bricoleur, a cozy seasonal food and wine experience inspired by mountain après-ski traditions. Launching November 7, 2025, in collaboration with Pendleton, this exclusive pop-up invites guests to indulge in Sonoma’s winter charm inside a beautifully styled greenhouse adorned with Pendleton’s iconic patterns, plush blankets, and elegant tablescapes.
Running Fridays through Sundays from November 7, 2025, to January 31, 2026, with two daily seatings from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Après Bricoleur pairs exceptional wines with seasonal bites in a setting that blends rustic comfort and refined elegance. A must-experience for wine lovers this winter.
Events Calendar
FEATURED SONOMA EVENTS
From vineyard concerts and wine festivals to art walks, farmers markets, and seasonal celebrations, there’s always something happening in Sonoma Wine Country. Whether you're sipping at a winemaker dinner, exploring local crafts, or catching live music under the stars, every event offers a taste of what makes this region special. Check out the full calendar to plan your next adventure!
Upcoming Events
November 2025
December 2025
Celebrate the season with MacRostie’s exclusive Elevated Sparkling Food & Wine Experience from November 12th through December 31st, 10 AM – 5 PM. Showcasing the 2022 Blanc de Blancs, Blanc de Noirs, and Brut Rosé, alongside Single Clone Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Crafted in the traditional Méthode Champenoise and aged 30 months en tirage, these sparkling wines highlight the finesse and artistry MacRostie is known for.
Enjoy thoughtfully paired bites curated by Winemaker Heidi Bridenhagen, designed to complement the evolving flavors and textures of the wines. Highlights include Lemon Shortbread with Brie and Honey, Sesame Crackers with Crème Fraîche and Tsar Trout Roe, and Red Hawk Brie with Quince Paste. This tasting offers members an early preview of the new vintage during the winery’s Sparkling Wine allocation. Reservations are required.
Experience the magic of Cirque de Bohème at Cornerstone Sonoma with their 2025 show, La Belle Époque. Reimagined by French-born artist Michel Michelis, this enchanting performance blends French circus tradition with Bohemian creativity, featuring breathtaking acrobatics, magical illusions, contortion, aerial feats, and whimsical humor.
Rooted in the elegance of 1920s Parisian circuses, each show delivers storytelling, artistic expression, and timeless charm. For its twelfth season in Sonoma, Cirque de Bohème performs on Saturdays and Sundays, November 28–30 and December 6–28, 2025. Join world-class international artists for a captivating celebration of imagination, artistry, and the cherished spirit of French circus tradition.
This holiday season, Sonoma Botanical Garden transforms into a magical twilight wonderland for three December weekends with Gardens Aglow. Stroll through a dazzling tunnel of lights to the Winter Workshop, featuring festive crafts, live music, lawn games, and face painting.
Guests can also enjoy cozy fireside fun with hot chocolate or local wines under the glow of holiday lights. Set near the Founder’s House and Rose Garden, this family-friendly event runs Fridays through Sundays, December 5–21, 2025, with timed entry at 5:00 p.m. or 8:00 p.m. Advance tickets are required.
Ram’s Gate Winery is celebrating the season with festive weekend experiences beginning Sunday, December 7, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and continuing every weekend through Sunday, December 21. Inspired by Proprietor Jeff O’Neill’s family traditions, the winery will be transformed into a joyful holiday destination with a rotating lineup of complimentary activities.
Guests can enjoy gingerbread decorating, live music, bottle-wax dipping, culinary demos with Chef Kim, a dog-costume competition, a horse-drawn carriage ride, and more. Each weekend offers something new, creating a warm and welcoming space to gather with friends and family and soak in the magic of the season.
Experience the wonder of the season at Sonoma Holidazzle at Sonoma Plaza, where festive lights, artisan vendors, and joyful music bring old-world holiday magic to life. This free community celebration offers something for everyone—browse handcrafted gifts, sip mulled cider or hot cocoa, and enjoy cookie decorating, ornament making, and Santa’s North Pole mailbox.
Hosted by Lisa Pidge and featuring music curated by Coyote George, the event showcases performances by Randy Foisy, The Joe & Hattie Craven Band, and Third Rail. Guests can elevate their experience with tickets to The Merry Makers Banquet, an elegant European-style feast by Bash & Blossom Catering, complete with a special bottle from the Library of Wines. A portion of proceeds supports Sonoma Valley High School Girls Athletics & Cheer Team.
Join Chateau St. Jean for their Parisian Holiday Market, where the charm of France meets the spirit of the season. Wander through their beautifully decorated chateau grounds, transformed into a festive Parisian-style market filled with traditional French fare, artisanal gifts, and holiday cheer.
Savor world-class wines as you browse, shop, and mingle to the sounds of lively entertainment. Guests are encouraged to dress in their coziest European winter attire and enjoy the warmth and elegance of this magical celebration. Each attendee will receive a special keepsake to remember this enchanting afternoon at the chateau.
Experience the 14th-annual Early Music Christmas as 17th-century works from Germany, England, and France come together to tell the story of the Nativity. The program highlights music by Michael Praetorius, Orlando Gibbons, and Marc-Antoine Charpentier, along with a charming German Magnificat by Thomas Selle—an overlooked composer deserving of wider recognition.
The Sonoma Bach Choir, joined by brass, viols, and organ, will guide audiences through a musical journey from the Annunciation and the Visitation to the joyful celebration of Christ’s birth. This rich blend of voices and period instruments promises an inspiring and uplifting holiday performance.
Celebrate the season at McEvoy Ranch in their festive event tent, brimming with holiday cheer! Guests can enjoy a selection of the Ranch’s finest olive oils, paired with delicious holiday treats and festive cocktails.
Take in the lively holiday atmosphere while listening to seasonal tunes, mingling with friends, and savoring the flavors of McEvoy Ranch. This warm and inviting setting is the perfect place to celebrate, toast the season, and create holiday memories.
MacRostie Winery and Vineyards invites guests to its Sunset Series, an evening showcasing the best of Sonoma County. Attendees will enjoy panoramic vineyard views, exquisite meals prepared by rotating pop-up chefs, and perfectly paired wines, including select large-format bottles from the MacRostie library. Each month features a new lineup of chefs and live musicians, ensuring every experience is one-of-a-kind.
Known for its welcoming hospitality, the MacRostie Estate House provides an idyllic setting for wine enthusiasts, food lovers, and anyone seeking a memorable evening in the Russian River Valley. With limited availability and high demand, early reservations are recommended for this unique monthly event.
Holiday on the Northern Frontier at Sonoma State Historic Park invites families to celebrate the season with a variety of festive activities throughout the park. Enjoy the Holiday Carols Sing-Along at San Francisco Solano Mission Chapel with showtimes at 5 PM, 6 PM, and 7 PM (tickets available in advance with a suggested $2.50 donation, limit 4 per person). Experience live music by Pickle Creek Band at Toscano Hotel, explore crafts at Sonoma Barracks, and capture memories with a photo opportunity with Santa Claus.
Savor treats and drinks at Sonoma Barracks and Blue Wing Inn, and gather around the campfire in the Sonoma Barracks Courtyard. This special evening blends history and festive fun.
Experience the Occidental Community Choir as they perform an inspiring mix of local compositions, classical and contemporary choral works, poetry, and spoken word. Light in the Darkness celebrates music as a lantern, bringing warmth and hope through moments of stillness, struggle, wonder, and joy. Each piece is an ember, passing its glow from one heart to another, reminding us that even in the longest nights, the promise of dawn remains.
Join the OCC as they sing not as individuals, but as a united, many-voiced instrument, sharing courage, compassion, and light. This winter concert series is a celebration of community, music, and resilience—a chance to reflect, connect, and carry the light forward together. Let the music ignite hope and inspire change, one song at a time.