Guide to Sonoma County's holiday performances and activities for 2017
It's the most wonderful time of the year, Sonoma County. The stores have brought out every festive decoration imaginable, the radio is playing your favorite tunes to get you into the holiday spirit, and our community has gifted us with so many holiday performances and activities that we don't even know what to do with them all.
Here's a list of some go-to holiday fun events for you and the whole family to enjoy this special season. Enjoy a holiday themed feast with loved ones, unwrap your desire for the live theatre, or sip and shop in a small town winter wonderland. Leave the Grinches at home and enjoy all of the festive cheer that Sonoma County has to offer you.
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Fifth Annual Lighting of the Historic Sonoma Plaza
Get enchanted with eight acres of more than 100,000 sparkling lights, musical performances, and holiday treats.
The acclaimed Transcendence Theatre Company will be back for the fourth year to perform a holiday tribute. Guests are encouraged to bring beverages including beer and wine. The Historic Sonoma Plaza will be lit each night.
When: Through Dec. 31
Where: Sonoma Plaza
Information: 707-996–1090, sonomavalley.com/holidays
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Holidays along the Farm Trails
Come out and support Sonoma County farmers and producers as they open their barn doors to offer a little taste of the farm life. Cut down your own Christmas tree, shop for home-grown and handmade gifts, purchase source ingredients for your holiday meals, see how cheese is made, love on some farm animals, and sample some delicious food. You can register for a free “Save the Date.” Ticket holders will receive the list of participating farms with a link to an interactive map highlighting all of the offerings and destinations for each weekend.
When: Nov. 25 to Dec. 31
Cost: Most of the stops are free. All you'll need for this adventure is transportation, a map of your route, and a cooler to keep your purchases fresh.
Information: eventbrite.com/e/holidays-along-the-farm-trails-tickets-39268015692
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2017 Holidays in Healdsburg: Sip, Savor, and Shop
Experience small-town holiday cheer and the magic of Wine Country with guided walking tours of downtown Healdsburg and all of its holiday delights. Savor yummy bites that are paired with award winning wines, spirits, spiced teas, and hot chocolate. These walking tours are complete with beautiful street decorations, festive window displays, carolers, horse-drawn carriage rides, and a gorgeous Christmas tree located at the historic central Plaza.
Day Tour Details (four hours)
When: 11 a.m. daily Nov. 25 to Dec. 31
Where: At the gazebo in the Healdsburg Plaza at 10:45 a.m.
Cost: $99. All tasting fees, beverages and food!
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Evening Tour Details (two hours)
When: 5 p.m. Nov. 25 to Dec. 31
Where: At the gazebo in the Healdsburg Plaza at 4:45 p.m
Cost: $59. All tasting fees, beverages and food!
Information: winecountrywalkingtours.com/tours/holidays-healdsburg-wine-tour
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Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis
Grammy Award-winner Chip Davis has created a winter wonderland show that features Mannheim Steamroller Christmas classics along with compositions from Chip's Fresh Aire series. The show celebrates the group's recent anniversary of 30 years since the first Christmas album. Get dazzled by multimedia effects and get in the holiday spirit with the classics that still occupy Billboard's Seasonal Charts every year.
When: 7:30 p.m. Nov. 29
Where: Luther Burbank Center for the Arts
Cost: $59 - $75
Information: lutherburbankcenter.org/new-center-updates
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Irving Berlin's ‘White Christmas'
Based on the timeless film, the heartwarming musical tells the story of veterans who go into show business after World War II, with magical song and dance acts, all happening at the 6th Street Playhouse. The stunning score features well known favorites including “Blue Skies”, “I Love a Piano”, “How Deep Is the Ocean” and the classic, “White Christmas”.
When: Dec.1 to 23
Where: 6th Street Playhouse
Cost: $15-$33
Information: bit.ly/2yUr22c
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Transcendence's Broadway Holiday Spectacular
The Broadway-style holiday celebration is intended for all ages and is filled with captivating moments with festive songs and dances. Transcendence Theatre Company is an award-winning, nonprofit arts organization comprised of artists with professional experience ranging from Broadway to movies to television. These artists are ready to perform your holiday favorites, with some modern twists.
When: 7:30 p.m. Dec. 1; 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Dec. 2; 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Dec. 3
Where: Luther Burbank Center for the Arts
Cost: $89-$139
Information: hlutherburbankcenter.org/new-center-updates
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