Events and Things to Do in Santa Rosa, California in March 2026
Your guide to festivals, live entertainment, family fun, and more happening in Santa Rosa this March.
March in Santa Rosa brings the best of Wine Country spring — from world-class food and beer festivals to live music, family-friendly science expos, and St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. Whether you’re a local or planning a visit, here’s a roundup of verified events happening in Santa Rosa, California throughout March 2026.
Sunday, March 1, 2026
Free Day at the Charles M. Schulz Museum
Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: Charles M. Schulz Museum, 2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Cost: Free
Enjoy free admission for all in honor of Will Eisner Week (March 1–7). Explore the largest collection of original Peanuts artwork in the world, see a re-creation of Schulz’s studio, watch animated specials in the museum theater, and draw your own cartoons in the hands-on Education Room.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
Trisha Yearwood in Concert
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: Luther Burbank Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Springs Road, Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Cost: Ticketed event
Grammy, CMA, and ACM award-winning singer Trisha Yearwood performs live with guests Bridgette Tatum and Leslie Satcher. With a career spanning three decades and two recent album releases — “The Mirror” and the holiday album “Christmastime” — this is a can’t-miss evening of country music in Wine Country.
Friday, March 6, 2026
Comedy Queens at The California Theatre
Time: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Location: The California Theatre, Santa Rosa
Cost: Ticketed event
Laugh along with some of the Bay Area’s funniest comedians as they spin the headlines of their lives into memorable punchlines. Real life, real funny — this show is part of The California’s ongoing dedication to bringing diverse, high-quality entertainment to downtown Santa Rosa.
Saturday, March 7, 2026
North Bay Science Discovery Day
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Sonoma County Fairgrounds, 1350 Bennett Valley Road, Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Cost: Free
This free, hands-on science festival features over 50 family-friendly exhibits and activities presented by local scientists, engineers, and organizations — including the Charles M. Schulz Museum’s “science of animation” table. A fantastic STEM experience for children, teenagers, and families with over 8,000 visitors expected.
Saturday, March 7, 2026
“We Are Proud to Present” at The California Theatre
Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: The California Theatre, Santa Rosa
Cost: Ticketed event
A powerful comic drama exploring race, history, and storytelling. This thought-provoking production is part of The California’s commitment to presenting engaging live theater in the heart of downtown Santa Rosa.
Saturday, March 14, 2026
Official Lucky’s St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl
Time: 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Location: Various bars in Downtown Santa Rosa
Cost: Ticketed event (21+ only)
Grab your crew, put on your green, and get ready for Santa Rosa’s biggest St. Paddy’s Day celebration! This festive bar crawl features 6+ venues, exclusive drink specials, green-themed cocktails, professional photographers, and an after party. Tickets include 2–3 drinks or shots, no cover at all bars, a stadium party cup, and a custom crawl badge with vouchers.
Sunday, March 15, 2026
Ralph Barbosa: The Red 40 Tour
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Luther Burbank Center for the Arts, 50 Mark West Springs Road, Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Cost: Ticketed event
Rising comedy star Ralph Barbosa brings his Red 40 Tour to Santa Rosa. Known for his sharp wit and rapid-fire delivery, Barbosa has quickly become one of the most talked-about stand-up comedians in the country. Catch him live at the Luther Burbank Center.
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20th Annual California Artisan Cheese Festival
Time: Various times across three days
Location: Various venues — main Marketplace at Grace Pavilion, Sonoma County Fairgrounds, 1350 Bennett Valley Road, Santa Rosa, CA 95404. Seminars at Flamingo Resort & Spa, Santa Rosa.
Cost: Tickets start at $30 (children) / $85 (adults) for the Sunday Marketplace
Celebrating its 20th anniversary, this is California’s premier artisan cheese festival. Three days of tastings, farm tours, educational seminars, and the famous Cheese Crawl at The Barlow in Sebastopol (Saturday evening). The Sunday Artisan Cheese Tasting & Marketplace at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds features more than 100 artisan cheese and food producers, winemakers, brewers, distillers, and chefs. Live entertainment by the King Street Giants.
Friday, March 20 – Thursday, April 2, 2026
Pliny the Younger Release at Russian River Brewing Company
Time: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM daily
Location: Russian River Brewing Company, 725 4th Street, Santa Rosa, CA (also at the Windsor brewpub at 700 Mitchell Lane, Windsor)
Cost: Pay as you go (10 oz. pours and bottles available for purchase)
The annual release of one of the most coveted craft beers in the world. Pliny the Younger — a triple IPA finishing at about 10.25% ABV — draws thousands of beer fans from across the country for this limited two-week window. Each guest receives a custom wristband, up to three 10-ounce pours, and can purchase up to two bottles to take home. Lines can be long (especially on weekends — arrive early), and each party has a 2.5-hour time limit. The outdoor patio in Santa Rosa is open weather permitting.
Ongoing Through March 28, 2026
Santa Rosa Growlers Hockey Season 2025/2026
Time: Check schedule for game times
Location: Snoopy’s Home Ice (Redwood Empire Ice Arena), 1667 W. Steele Lane, Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Cost: Ticketed event
Catch Sonoma County’s hard-hitting, fast-paced Senior A hockey team in action as their 2025/2026 season wraps up. The Growlers compete in the Mountain Hockey League and play home games at the iconic Snoopy’s Home Ice — the arena originally opened by Peanuts creator Charles M. Schulz in 1969. A fun, family-friendly atmosphere regardless of your hockey knowledge.
Plan Your March in Santa Rosa
For more events and visitor information, check out Visit Santa Rosa and Sonoma County Tourism.
Events are subject to change. Always verify details with event organizers before attending.
Content verified February 2026. © 2026 Santa Rosa Business List
