Things to Do in
Santa Rosa in June 2026
Your complete guide to free concerts, car shows, major festivals, food & wine events, farmers markets, and everything happening in Wine Country this month.
June is one of the best months to be in Santa Rosa. Multiple free outdoor concert series launch simultaneously, the Wednesday Night Market is in full swing, the region’s biggest country music festival fills the fairgrounds, a beloved classic car show and downtown cruise draws gearheads from across the North Bay, and major food and wine events showcase what Sonoma County does best. This is a packed month — here is everything happening, in order.
Wednesday Night Market Free
Old Courthouse Square, Downtown Santa Rosa. Now in its 37th season, Sonoma County’s premier street fair draws 7,000–9,000 people per night. Live music every week, local food vendors, artisans, a Kids Zone, and community nonprofits. Runs through August 12. No pets except service animals.
Luther Locals Live 2026 Free
Luther Burbank Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Springs Rd. Free outdoor concerts in a 60×120-foot pavilion tent on the east lawn. Local food vendors, Rodney Strong Wine Estates beverages. All ages, free parking. Members enter at 4:30 PM; public doors at 5 PM.
Santa Rosa Original Certified Farmers Market
1501 Farmers Lane. Year-round market running both Saturdays and Wednesdays. Fresh produce, flowers, local honey, and artisan goods. CalFresh and Market Match accepted up to $20 on both days.
Luther Burbank Center Saturday Farmers Market
50 Mark West Springs Rd. A second certified farmers market at a scenic Wine Country venue, running weekly through December 2026. Ideal to pair with a Luther Locals Live evening on the same campus.
Luther Locals Live: Ellie James & The Electric Dream Free
The 2026 Luther Locals Live outdoor series opens with Ellie James & The Electric Dream, performing original songs alongside reimagined covers that blend pop, rock, and alternative styles. Bring a blanket or low-back chair. Food trucks and Rodney Strong wine available for purchase. All ages, free admission, no pets.
Sonoma County Pride 2026 Free
Sonoma County Pride returns to Old Courthouse Square for a three-day celebration of love, equality, and the local LGBTQ+ community. Expect a parade, live performances, community vendors, and festivities across the full weekend. Free and open to all.
Luther Locals Live: Kingsborough Free
Kingsborough takes the outdoor stage for the second Tuesday of the Luther Locals Live series. Doors open to the public at 5 PM, music at 5:30 PM. Local food vendors and beverage service on-site. Free, all ages, on-site parking available.
Cookout at the Vineyard (4th Annual)
A nationally recognized three-day fundraiser for The Veraison Project, advancing equity and diversity in the wine and beverage industry. Each day features a different format at a different venue:
| Date | Event | Venue | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thu Jun 11 | Mix & Mash — Cocktail Mashup Lounge | Overshine Wine Co., Healdsburg | 6–10 PM |
| Fri Jun 12 | Block Party — Fish Fry Picnic | Kendall-Jackson Wine Estate, Santa Rosa | 5:30–9 PM |
| Sat Jun 13 | Flagship Cookout — Food, Wine & Music | Balletto Vineyards, 5700 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa | 4–8:30 PM |
25+ chefs, winemakers, beverage producers, and entertainers. Proceeds fund apprenticeships and mentorship for underrepresented professionals in the industry.
Country Summer Music Festival 2026
Northern California’s biggest country music festival — three days, two stages, 20+ artists, line dancing, gourmet food, and camping. 2026 lineup:
| Night | Headliner | Supporting Acts (partial) |
|---|---|---|
| Fri Jun 12 | Cole Swindell | Nate Smith, Dasha, BRELAND, Morgan Myles, Goose Gossett |
| Sat Jun 13 | Keith Urban | Chase Matthew, Ingrid Andress, Kelsey Hart, John Morgan, Erin Kinsey, Harper Grace, Dustin Saylor |
| Sun Jun 14 | Koe Wetzel | Aaron Watson, Ariel Jean, Bayker Blankenship, BRELAND |
3-Day Passes and single-day tickets at countrysummer.com. Tent camping only; no RV hookups. Book hotel accommodations early — the region fills fast this weekend.
North Coast Wine & Food Festival
A premier walk-around tasting event: 100+ gold and double-gold medal-winning wines from the North Coast Wine Challenge paired with food from 20 top regional chefs. VIP early entry at 12 PM (exclusive sparkling wine + specialty food lounge); general admission at 1 PM. Designated driver tickets and non-alcoholic options available.
Luther Locals Live: Eric Long Band Free
The Eric Long Band from Sonoma’s west county plays Americana and alt-country influenced by the 1960s and ’70s. The group released their full-length album “Honky Tonk Wisdom” in 2025 and has played San Francisco’s Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Festival. Free, all ages, food and beverages available. Bring a blanket or low-back chair.
Peggy Sue’s All American Car Show & Cruise (22nd Annual)
One of the North Bay’s most beloved classic car events — 22 years running — celebrating pre-1976 American cars, hot rods, and customs. The action spans two full days:
- Friday, June 19: Packet pick-up 3–7 PM at the fairgrounds. Food, music, and beverages on-site. Drive-in movie at sundown.
- Saturday, June 20: Car load-in 6–8 AM (gates close at 8 AM). Show & Shine 8 AM–4 PM with judging 8 AM–1 PM. Live music 9 AM–2 PM. Pin-Up Contest at 11:30 AM. Raffle at 1 PM (must be present). Awards 2:30–3:30 PM.
- Saturday Evening Downtown Cruise: Load-in at Brookwood & 4th St at 4 PM. Cruise runs 5:30–8:30 PM through downtown Santa Rosa.
Luther Locals Live: Erica Ambrin & The Eclectic Soul Project Free
Erica Ambrin & The Eclectic Soul Project bring a high-energy soul, R&B, and hip-hop set to the outdoor pavilion for the fourth Tuesday of June. Free, all ages. Food vendors and Rodney Strong wine on-site. No high-back chairs, no pets.
KRSH 95.9 Backyard Concert: Ellie James & The Electric Dream + Onye and the Messengers Free
The Krush 95.9 FM launches its 2026 free Backyard Concert season with a double bill: Ellie James & The Electric Dream (indie pop/rock) plus Onye and the Messengers. The backyard opens at 5:30 PM; music runs 6–8 PM. All ages welcome. Drink tickets are cash only. No pets, no coolers, no outside food or drink. Free parking nearby.
Luther Locals Live: Ryan Woodard Band Free
The Ryan Woodard Band closes out the June run of Luther Locals Live — a rock, pop, and blues trio led by 19-year-old singer-songwriter Ryan Woodard. Free, all ages, food and drinks available. The series continues through July.
Every Tuesday at Luther Burbank Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Springs Rd • Doors 5 PM (members 4:30 PM) • Music 5:30 PM • Free, all ages
Jun 2 — Ellie James & The Electric Dream | Jun 9 — Kingsborough | Jun 16 — Eric Long Band | Jun 23 — Erica Ambrin & The Eclectic Soul Project | Jun 30 — Ryan Woodard Band
June weather is warm but not yet scorching — ideal timing for Santa Rosa’s parks, ice rinks, safari tours, and winery visits before peak summer crowds arrive.
Public Skating at Snoopy’s Home Ice (Redwood Empire Ice Arena)
1667 W. Steele Lane. Built by Peanuts creator Charles M. Schulz in 1969, this iconic ice arena offers daily public skating sessions all year. Cool off on what many call the world’s most beautiful rink. Adult admission $14, kids 11 & under $12, skate rental $4. The Warm Puppy Café is on-site. The Charles M. Schulz Museum is directly across the street — combine both for a full day.
Safari West
3115 Porter Creek Road. A working wildlife preserve with nearly 1,000 animals on 400 acres. Open-air jeep safari tours pass giraffes, rhinos, flamingos, and dozens of African species. June is excellent — mild weather keeps animals active. Book in advance; summer tours sell out weeks ahead.
Howarth Park
630 Summerfield Road. A 138-acre community park with Lake Ralphine for fishing and paddleboats, miles of hiking trails, tennis and pickleball courts, and the K-Land amusement area — miniature train, carousel, and animal farm. A classic Santa Rosa family afternoon. Parking is free.
Spring Lake Regional Park & Swimming Lagoon
The warm-water swimming lagoon is open June through mid-September — one of the few public swimming spots in Sonoma County. Also great for kayaking, paddleboarding, and fishing. Trails connect to Annadel for longer hikes. Arrive early on weekends to get parking.
Trione-Annadel State Park
5,500+ acres of oak woodlands, meadows, and trails on the eastern edge of Santa Rosa. Great for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. Lake Ilsanjo is a summer picnic destination. Dogs welcome on leash on most trails. Free parking at the Channel Drive entrance.
Luther Burbank Home & Gardens
Downtown Santa Rosa. The gardens of legendary horticulturalist Luther Burbank are free and open daily from 8 AM — June is peak bloom season. Guided house tours available for a small fee. Easily walkable from Railroad Square and Old Courthouse Square.
Winery Tasting Rooms
June is a sweet spot before peak summer crowds. Top picks in and around Santa Rosa: St. Francis Winery & Vineyards (voted best tasting room in the region), Kendall-Jackson Wine Estate & Gardens, Balletto Vineyards, DeLoach Vineyards. Reservations recommended for weekends.
Railroad Square Historic District
Antique shops, galleries, boutiques, and restaurants fill restored early-20th-century stone buildings. Start with a coffee at Flying Goat Coffee and browse at your own pace. Walkable from downtown, easy street and lot parking nearby.
- Wednesday Night Market is every Wednesday May 13–August 12, 5–9:30 PM, Old Courthouse Square. Free, all ages, no pets except service animals.
- Luther Locals Live is free every Tuesday in June and July at Luther Burbank Center. No tickets needed. No pets, no high-back chairs.
- KRSH Backyard Concerts are free. Drink tickets are cash only; no outside food, drink, or coolers. Arrive by 5:30 PM for good seating.
- Country Summer is one of the biggest weekends of the year — book hotels weeks ahead. Tent camping only at the fairgrounds.
- Peggy Sue’s Car Show: Spectator tickets are $10–$12. Car entrants must be present at awards time to win. The Saturday evening downtown cruise is free to watch.
- North Coast Wine & Food Festival is 21+ only. Save money by buying at the LBC box office and skipping the online convenience fee.
- Cookout at the Vineyard requires separate tickets for each day. Saturday’s flagship event at Balletto Vineyards sells out first.
- Safari West tours book out weeks in advance during summer. Reserve at safariwest.com before you drive out.
- Spring Lake swimming lagoon opens for summer in June. Arrive by 10 AM on warm Saturdays before parking fills.
- The SMART Train connects Santa Rosa to Petaluma, Novato, and San Rafael — a car-free option for regional day trips. See the SMART Train guide here.
