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Last updated: November 11, 2024

Ready for holiday excitement, Rohnert Park? Our guide has everything you need to celebrate the season. From hometown heroes to first-time visitors, this guide is your ticket to the holiday magic of Rohnert Park.

Popular events include the enchanting Northern Lights at Luther Burbank Center for the Arts, featuring stunning light displays that capture the warmth of the season. Another highlight is the Lighting of the Sonoma Plaza, where festive cheer fills the air with dazzling decorations and community spirit. And you definitely don't want to miss the Santa Photo Experience at Santa Rosa Plaza, which offers families a chance to capture memorable moments with Santa Claus. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!

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Rohnert Park Holiday Light Displays

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Dazzling self-guided tour with new sculptures and lighting designs.

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NorthernLights at Luther Burbank Center for the Arts is a free, self-guided winter lights art walk through the Sculpture Garden, featuring new sculptures by local artists and exciting lighting designs. The event includes whimsical stops and tunnels of twinkle lights, perfect for making new winter season memories and taking family photos.

Where: Santa Rosa | More Info: NorthernLights at Luther Burbank Center for the Arts

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Community-driven holiday lighting event with live music and local food vendors.

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Thousands of lights illuminate Sonoma's historic plaza, accompanied by musical and dance performances, hot cocoa, cookies, beer, wine, and hearty fare from favorite food trucks.

Where: Sonoma | More Info: Lighting of the Sonoma Plaza

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Season-long holiday fun with a skating show and Santa photos.

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Join us for the 40th Annual Tree Lighting Celebration in Downtown Santa Rosa's Old Courthouse Square. Enjoy free family-friendly activities, live entertainment, delicious holiday drinks and treats, and photos with Santa. The evening culminates with the official lighting of the Courthouse Square tree and a skating show by Redwood Ice Theatre Company featuring Snoopy on skates.

Where: Santa Rosa | More Info: Winter Lights Tree Lighting Celebration

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Rohnert Park Holiday Markets and Shopping

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Supporting local art and crafts vendors.

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The 45th annual Holiday Arts & Crafts Faire at Rohnert Park Community Center features local art and crafts vendors, offering a great opportunity to shop for loved ones while staying warm. The event is free and open from 10am to 4pm on both days.

Where: Rohnert Park | More Info: Holiday Arts & Crafts Faire

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Rohnert Park Holiday Shows and Entertainment

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High-energy contemporary music and vintage comic style.

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Elf The Musical at 6th Street Playhouse is a box-office-record-breaking holiday musical based on the 2003 hit film starring Will Ferrell. The story follows Buddy the Elf, who grows up unaware that he is actually a human until his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities make him face the truth. With Santa's blessing, Buddy travels to New York City to discover his true identity and find his birth father, determined to win over his family and help New York rediscover its Christmas spirit.

Where: Santa Rosa | More Info: Elf The Musical at 6th Street Playhouse

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Collaborative harmony by renowned musicians celebrating the winter solstice.

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Join Barbara Higbie and her talented friends for a captivating evening of music, featuring a mesmerizing blend of folk, jazz, and classical influences. Expect virtuoso performances that will leave you spellbound with soul-stirring compositions and remarkable versatility.

Where: Occidental | More Info: Barbara Higbie & Friends Winter Solstice Concert

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A theatrical adaptation of Dickens’ classic with talented local performers.

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Charles Dickens' timeless tale comes to life through a captivating performance, showcasing the journey of Ebenezer Scrooge. Audiences are transported into a world of Christmas spirit, redemption, and heartfelt moments, as skilled actors bring this classic story to the stage. The combination of rich storytelling and vibrant production elements creates an engaging theatrical experience.

Where: Santa Rosa | More Info: A Christmas Carol by SRJC Theatre Arts

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Rohnert Park Other Holiday Activities

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Santa's unique riverboat arrival and family photo opportunities.

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Santa and Mrs. Claus make a unique Petaluma arrival by sailing up the Petaluma River on a Lind Marine tugboat. Families enjoy live entertainment from the Pacific Empire Chorus while waiting for the Christmas couple to arrive. Santa and Mrs. Claus are welcomed by costumed dancers from the Petaluma School of Ballet’s "Nutcracker" and are available for family photos in their festive tent outside Taps Restaurant.

Where: Petaluma | More Info: Santa’s Riverboat Arrival & Small Business Saturday

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