Check out what’s happening in Sonoma Valley this week with Destination Drivers – Northern California’s #1 designated driver service!
Events This Week In Sonoma Valley:
Rotax Racing Club – Sat, 9/6, 8:30 am – 5 pm: Experience the thrill of kart racing in Sonoma Valley this week with Formula KFX’s encore launch of Rotax Racing Club California, Sonoma Raceway, 29355 Arnold Dr, Sonoma (800) 870-7223 formulakfx.com/series/launch-day-2
Chicken Sando Pop Up – Sat, 9/6, 11 am: Pop in for Chef Seth’s famous fried chicken and fried mushroom sandwiches and a glass of cider, Pomme, 531 Broadway, Sonoma (707) 343-7155 pommecidershop.com
BirdBlitz! – Sun, 9/7, 9 – 11:30 am: California Biodiversity Week bioblitz hike focused on the birds of Sugarloaf, Sugarloaf Ridge State Park, 2605 Adobe Canyon Rd, Kenwood (415) 833-5712 sec.regfox.com/bird-cabiodivwk-2025
Fern Lake Loop Hike – Sun, 9/7, 9 am – 1:30 pm: A moderate 6-mile hike through majestic redwoods and evergreens will provide a workout, Jack London SHP, 2400 London Ranch Rd, Glen Ellen (707) 938-5216 jacklondonpark.com/events/fern-lake2025
Full Moon Sound Healing – Mon, 9/8, 7:15 – 9 pm: Connect with the rhythm of the cosmos during this sound healing journey into serenity and harmony, Flatbed Farm, 13450 Sonoma Hwy, Glen Ellen (310) 283-4832 euphoriaretreats.com/euphoria-day-retreats
Tuesday Farmers’ Market – Tue, 9/9, 4:30 – 7:30 pm: The farmers’ market on the Plaza in Sonoma Valley this week offers local produce, food, wine & music by both Adam Traum (acoustic) and FLAT5 (jazz), Sonoma Plaza, Sonoma sonomastuesdaynightmarket.com
Wine & Dine – Wed, 9/10, 5 – 8:30 pm: Enjoy a generous family-style feast of seasonal dishes paired with boutique wines from Peter Mathis ($89), Songbird Parlour, 14301 Arnold Dr, Suite 3, Glen Ellen (707) 343-1308 songbirdparlour.com
Arts / Exhibits This Week in Sonoma Valley
Making a Peanuts Musical – Sat, 9/6, 1 pm: Learn about the creative process of bringing Peanuts comic strips to life with new music, Charles M. Schulz Museum, 2301 Hardies Ln, Santa Rosa (707) 579-4452 schulzmuseum.org/the-making-of-a-peanuts-musical
Grandparents Day with Peanuts – Sun, 9/7, 10 am – 5 pm: Share your love of Peanuts in Sonoma Valley this week and enjoy FREE admission for the whole family on Grandparents Day, Charles M. Schulz Museum, 2301 Hardies Ln, Santa Rosa (707) 579-4452 schulzmuseum.org/free-day-grandparents-day
Plein Air Festival – 9/8 -9/13, 10 am – 4 pm: A week-long painting festival culminating with artist demonstrations, live music and art activities on Sat, 9/13, Sonoma Plaza, Sonoma (510) 219-7643 sonomapleinair.com
Sky & Sea Reception – Wed, 9/10, 5 – 6:30 pm: Mett the artists Julia Pozsgai & Amanda Krauss whose works on display (thru 10/3) include birds and nature, Vintage House, 264 1st St East, Sonoma (707) 996-0311 vintagehouse.org
Winged Wonders – Daily, thru 10/31, 10 am – 5 pm: Fantastical giant bamboo birds including woodpeckers, owls, quail and more are on display, Sonoma Botanical Garden, 12841 Sonoma Hwy, Glen Ellen (707) 996-3166 sonomabg.org
Music / Theater / Lectures This Week In Sonoma Valley:
Transcendence Theatre – Thu – Sun, 9/4 – 9/14, 5 pm*: Ladies of Broadway presented under the stars by Broadway performers (*7:30 pm showtime), Field of Dreams, 151 1st St West, Sonoma (877) 424-1414 bestnightever.org
See the full music list in Friday’s Index-Tribune
A Night with Janis Joplin – Thu – Sun, 9/5 – 9/21, 7:30 pm*: Sonoma Arts Live presents a musical journey celebrating Janis and her music (*2 pm Sun), Sonoma Community Center, 276 East Napa St, Sonoma (707) 939-9018 sonomaartslive.org
Kick Back Fridays – Fri, 9/5, 3 – 5 pm: Ease into the weekend with live music by Rich Little on his Chapman Stick paired with delicious wine, Little Family Vineyards, 15188 Sonoma Hwy, Glen Ellen (707) 996-2750 littlevineyards.com/events/friday-afternoons-with-rich-little
Harvest Movie Night – Fri, 9/5, 6:30 pm: Open air cinema featuring Point Break – wine, stars overhead, Keanu on the big screen – perfect, Gundlach Bundschu, 2000 Denmark St, Sonoma (707) 938-5277 gunbun.com/event/harvest-movie-nights/2025-09-05
Upcoming Events
20th Anniversary Party – Sat, 9/13, 4 – 8 pm: In Sonoma Valley this week Celebrate with signature wines, delicious Italian fare, live music from the Jami Jamison Band & more, Muscardini Cellars, 9380 Sonoma Hwy, Kenwood (707) 933-9305 muscardinicellars.com/events
Cartoon Jazz Orchestra – Sat, 9/13, 5 – 7:30 pm: An innovative ensemble will bring to life the wildly inventive soundtracks for many favorite cartoons, Patz & Hall, 21200 8th St East, Sonoma (707) 265-7700 patzhall.com/visit/events-calendar
Paella Harvest Celebration – Sat, 9/13, 6 – 8 pm: Enjoy live music, vineyard views, delicious paella & wine releases – hosted by winemaker Mark Beaman, Kenwood Vineyards, 9592 Sonoma Hwy, Kenwood (707) 282-4228 kenwoodvineyards.com/visit/events/harvest-celebration-2025
FOR MORE INFORMATION: sonomavalley.com
Remember…
…when embarking on a wine tasting adventure in Northern California, having a designated driver is paramount to ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience. Destination Drivers offers exceptional private wine drivers who cater to personalized itineraries, prioritize safety, and enhance the overall wine tasting experience. By hiring a designated driver through Destination Drivers, wine enthusiasts can fully savor the flavors of the region without compromising their well-being or that of others.
So, when planning your next Sonoma, Napa, Lodi or Sierra Foothills wine tour, remember the importance of a designated driver and make responsible choices to create lasting memories. Our prices are affordable for anyone out for a day of wine tasting and certainly less costly than the $10,000 – $20,000 cost of a DUI, not to mention losing your license or worse, being responsible for a life changing accident.
Have fun and most importantly, Stay Safe!
Testimonials
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Wonderful experience - Such a great trip knowing we could enjoy all our wine tastings and have a safe drive back. Dee was wonderful at our Paso Robles tastings. She gave us great recommendations for other things to do. She was fun and personable. Sean was great on our Santa Barbara tastings. He treated us like royalty checking in on us and making sure we were happy. Made a great recommendation for a winery we loved. I would highly recommend this company for anyone looking for a fun, safe way to check out all the wonderful wineries . Thanks Dee and Sean. 
colleenjoh
May 5, 2025 Great idea to get around town safety - It’s was the greatest plan we made. Jerry was super helpful, knowable and flexible.
We have a really great time and Jerry was a very safe driver. 
mjnewsome
July 11, 2024 Took the anxiety out of finding remote wineries - Sean took great care of us. Very knowledgeable regarding the local area and wineries we had booked ourselves. If you're hesitant on having someone drive your vehicle, don't be. Sean was extremely courteous and thoughtful. Would definitely recommend! 
dream-voyager
September 26, 2024
Book a driver with Destination Drivers and we’d be happy to make make the most of the experience.
We love Destination Drivers! We have used them in Sonoma and Napa and have had the best experiences! David is wonderful and made us feel like princesses as he drove us around! Highly recommend this service!!! – Liz Braun, Google Reviewer
In addition to Napa & Sonoma or Lodi, Plymouth, Sacramento and the Sierra Foothills, you can also reserve drivers for other locations statewide! Click below to book:
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