Family events in Santa Rosa, CA

Cars & Coffee: North Bay returns to Hansel BMW of Santa Rosa for a relaxed gathering centered on cars and coffee, with area representative Bryan Haas in attendance.

Young golfers can get started at Foxtail Golf Club with a beginner clinic that introduces the game in a simple, step by step format. Instruction follows the Pathway Program developed by the U.S. Kids Coaches Institute, keeping lessons clear, engaging, and focused on building confidence. Coaches certified by U.S. Kids Golf lead every session so participants receive quality guidance and a strong foundation for long-term enjoyment. An additional processing fee of up to 5% applies.

Angel Foundation teams up with Santa Rosa Barber College to offer a back to school boost for youth ages 6 to 17. Free backpacks with school supplies are available, limited to two children per family while supplies last. Complimentary haircuts are offered on a first come, first served basis. Registration is required, and signups are available through the QR code shown on the event flyer. The goal is to help students step into the new school year feeling prepared and confident.

The Sonoma County Fair is a community-focused celebration with plenty to do for all ages. You can enjoy amusement rides, live music, and interactive exhibits featuring local produce, crafts, and artwork. There’s also delicious fair food, competitions, and live animal exhibits, all highlighting Sonoma County’s agricultural heritage.

Mark the museum’s anniversary with a warm welcome to its home of 24 years. Enjoy a big-screen presentation of a new Peanuts animated special, catch live dance performances, explore a mini sculpting craft, take part in pet adoptions, and share hugs with Snoopy.

Movies at the Green presents a screening of Goat on Weill Lawn. The event is presented by Bank of America and receives support from Sonoma State University Student Involvement. Lawn admission is $6 per person, and children 12 and under are admitted free.

The Cruisin’ Hooters series returns for 2026 with monthly cruise-ins at Hooters presented by Cruisin’ North Car Club, Inc. The spotlight is on classic vehicles from 1986 and earlier, with all makes welcome. From June through November, Hooters selects a Best of Show at each gathering, and the December edition is dedicated to Toys for Tots. A meal deal is available to participants displaying a vehicle and to attendees who purchase raffle tickets. Options include a half pound bacon cheeseburger, eight boneless wings, a chicken sandwich, three tenders, eight fried shrimp, and a garden chicken salad. Curly fries are included with each choice unless noted, and the salad does not come with fries. Offerings and prices may change. In December, the Toys for Tots cruise-in invites an unwrapped toy donation. If it rains, donations can be dropped off from a regular everyday vehicle. There is no raffle in December. As a courtesy, please avoid parking in front of neighboring businesses such as Mattress Firm.

At Healdsburg Plaza, the Sundays in the Plaza series offers a relaxed summer afternoon of live music with an acoustic salute to The Beatles. Drew Harrison and Scott Southard, recognized for portraying the voices of John Lennon and Paul McCartney in a popular, critically acclaimed Beatles tribute group, perform a stripped-down set that highlights the pair’s songwriting and harmonies. Each week in this series spotlights a local band or performer, and the easygoing setting pairs well with a picnic and a comfortable seat.

Board games take over the downtown Round Table Pizza beside Goblin Bros in Petaluma, where the setting is typically calm and uncrowded, a comfortable place to settle in for play. A broad mix is available, from easy to learn favorites for all ages to deeper titles for dedicated gamers, and teaching is offered for anyone interested in trying something new. With more time than the Friday sessions, tables can dive into longer play and classic Euro style games.

The Sonoma County Fair is an annual celebration bringing together community spirit, agriculture, entertainment, and family-friendly fun. Enjoy amusement rides, live music, exhibits featuring local produce, crafts, and artwork, plus fair food and live animal exhibits that highlight the region’s agricultural heritage.

Young sailors ages 10 to 17 build or refresh core sailing skills with guidance from experienced instructors on the Petaluma turning basin. With enrollment capped at six campers, everyone receives focused instruction and challenges matched to their abilities and interests. The fleet features remote control sailboats, El Toros, a Captain's Gig, and a Lido 14, offering multiple ways to practice and gain confidence on the water. A sibling or friend discount is available. Tuition is $375 per camper.

Movie Monday in downtown Santa Rosa features the 1993 comedy So I Married an Axe Murderer with Mike Myers. Parts of the film were shot locally, including scenes at the historic Luther Burbank Home & Gardens, which adds a hometown connection that fits Santa Rosa’s Summer on the Square. Admission is free. Expect activities before the screening, consider dinner at nearby restaurants, and bring blankets and lawn chairs for comfortable seating. This showing is supported by Poppy Bank, Kaiser Permanente, Keysight Technologies, Sutter Health, Dave & Buster’s, Dax Entertainment LLC, Stellar XP, Inc., and Wine Country Radio stations KRSH 95.9, The Drive 95.5, Latino 100.9, Exitos 98.7, and BOB FM 96.7.

Enjoy a fun, community-focused fair featuring agriculture, entertainment, and plenty of family-friendly activities. Expect thrilling amusement rides, live music, exhibits with local produce, crafts, and artwork, and live animal displays. There will also be tasty fair food and competitions that highlight the region’s agricultural heritage.

At the Sonoma County Fair, the California Brown Swiss Cattle Association presents the California Brown Swiss State Show, highlighting Brown Swiss cattle and offering opportunities for learning. A clinic for junior showmanship, led by Mandy Brazil Schmidt, provides practical instruction to help young participants build skills for the future, and exhibitors from all breeds are welcome to take part. Entries close by the posted deadline.

At Simmer Claw Bar, a performance-forward karaoke night transforms the dining room into a stage. It brings a distinctive vibe to Sonoma County. Singers are encouraged to step up and deliver for the whole room, bringing energy and presence instead of staying out of sight. The atmosphere is fun, welcoming, and family friendly, so kids and adults can both take part. Enjoy food while the focus stays on bold, stage-ready performances, far from ordinary karaoke. Whether you sing or simply watch, you are part of the show.