If you’re enjoying a three-day weekend in honor of Labor Day, make sure to take a look at all the great events happening in wine country!
SONOMA WINE COUNTRY
SEBASTIANI FRIDAY NIGHT MUSIC SERIES
Friday, August 31st, 6PM – 9PM
Sebastiani Vineyards | 389 Fourth Street East, Sonoma, CA
Closing out the month of August in style, Sebastiani’s iconic Friday Night Music Series gets turned up a notch this week as it coincides with Food Truck Friday! Guests will have the opportunity to purchase delicious bites from their favorite local gourmet food trucks, which will fuel them for a night of dancing, singing, and hanging in the courtyard. T-Luke & The Tight Suits will be providing musical delight with music that incorporates Louisiana roots along with their own flare that showcases a “fresh, bluesy, soulful, down-home sound.” As always, this event is free and family-friendly with Sebastiani wine available for purchase on-site.
FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE AT THE PLAZA
Friday, August 31st, 6PM
Cloverdale Plaza | 204 N Cloverdale Blvd, Cloverdale, CA
It’s the last chance to experience the magic that is Friday Night Live at the Plaza in Cloverdale! The summer series wraps up this Friday with local musician Samantha Fish headlining the event. Grab a bite from a variety of local food vendors on site and experience all the talent Sonoma County has to offer with the Street Fair. Kids’ activities available, and the event is family-friendly.
LAVENDER LABYRINTH AND FLOWER FARM
September 1st – September 3rd, 11AM – 4PM
Bees N Blooms | 3883 Petaluma Hill Road, Santa Rosa, CA
Don’t miss your chance to visit the lavender labyrinth at Bees N Blooms – open to the public for a limited time! Tour the the flower fields and inhale the scent of lavender as you walk the lavender labyrinth, visit the ducks, and watch the pollinators at work. You’ll learn about the different types of lavender on the farm and its uses, as well as interesting tidbits about organic farming and native pollinators. Visit the farm stand to take home fresh organic flowers, honey, duck eggs, organic produce and more. Admission is free.
CALIFORNIA’S CENTRAL COAST WINE COUNTRY
FIRESTONE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
Friday, August 31st, 6PM – 9PM
Firestone Vineyard | 5017 Zaca Station Road, Los Olivos, CA
Kick of Labor Day weekend with Firestone at their next installment of the Summer Concert Series! Rincon’s eclectic sound will cross generations, sure to get the whole family up and dancing throughout the evening. Big Tom’s Backyard BBQ will be on-site serving up delicious meats and sandwiches, and Firestone wine will be available for purchase. Admission is free and no RSVP is necessary.
FRIDAY NIGHT BANDS ON THE BEACH
Friday, August 31st, 6PM – 9PM
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk | 400 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, CA
As summer winds down, so does the Friday Night Bands on the Beach series that takes pace on the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Enjoy one last evening of great music and the bay breeze this Friday, featuring Cupertino natives Papa Doo Run Run. The group has toured with surf music icons Jand and Dean and the Beach Boys, in addition to serving as the “celebrity house band” at Disneyland for an unprecedented 15 years. Their act encompasses all the great classic rock hits of the 60s and 70s, with a ton of emphasis on their award-winning re-creation of Beach Boys’ hits. You won’t want to miss this free and family-friendly event!
PACIFIC NORTHWEST
THREE RIVERS MOVIE IN THE VINEYARD
Friday, August 31st, 8:30PM
Three Rivers Winery | 5641 Old Hwy 12, Walla Walla, WA
Back by popular demand! For one night only this summer, Three Rivers is hosting guests for Movie in the Vineyard. Grab a blanket and your family/friends and head over to the beautiful outdoor amphitheater to catch a showing of The Great Outdoors. Wine, snacks and sweet treats will be available for purchase on-site. All ages welcome to this complimentary event – no RSVP required!
WALLA WALLA FAIR & FRONTIER DAYS @ WALLA WALLA COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS
Friday, August 31st, 11AM – 11PM
Walla Walla County Fairgrounds | 363 Orchard Street, Walla Walla, WA
A Walla Walla tradition since 1866, the 152nd Walla Walla Fair & Frontier Days is back in town. It’s the oldest community event and brings people and families together, generation after generation, for good times and great memories. With tons of activities, there’s sure to be something for everyone – everything from Demolition Derby to rodeos, dutch oven demonstrations to concerts. Tickets are available on-site and guests of all ages are encouraged to attend.
