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Outdoor Adventures

The Petaluma River, rolling hills and a mild climate year-round make Petaluma a paradise for outdoor recreation. Experience kayaking, bird watching, golf or just taking a lovely long walk at one of our regional parks. The spectacular Sonoma County scenery is sure to leave you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.

Events

Event Description Date of Event My Itinerary
Antique & Classic Aircraft Display

Petaluma Municipal Airport Antique & Classic Aircraft Display

The Petaluma Airport Commission and staff invite you to attend the antique and classic aircraft display at the Petaluma Municipal Airport, located at 601 Sky Ranch Drive; 9am - 3pm

Saturday, May 19, 2012 Add this 
Backroad Challenge Bike Event

Sonoma County Backroad Challenge Bike Event

 www.backroadchallenge.com (707) 283-8038

An incredible rolling journey along the pastoral country roads of Sonoma County with 3 Cycling events: Full Century, Metric Century and Half-Metric.  The ride starts and finishes at the Lagunitas Brewery in Petaluma with a post-ride fest. Cost: $65, $75, $85.

Saturday, May 19, 2012 Add this 
Dolphin Charters

Petaluma River Cruise

www.dolphincharters.com

(510) 527-9622

A 3 hour narrated trip on the Petaluma River departing from the Petaluma Turning Basin. Lean about the River's history and view the birds and wildlife that inhabit this special region on the downriver and return journey. Children must be 8 years of age or older and the cost is $35/person.The trips run 9 am-noon and 1 - 4 pm on Saturday and Sunday.

Saturday, May 19, 2012 to Sunday, May 20, 2012 Add this 
Free Day on the River

Free Day on the River

http://www.psc3.org

Sponsored by the Petaluma Small Craft Center, this is a free event for the whole family! Try kayaking, stand-up paddling, Hawaiian outrigger canoeing, rowing, pedal boats and more! Food, music and displays on the lawn of Foundry Wharf, at the end of 2nd Street.

Sunday, June 3, 2012 Add this 
Beekeepers Tour

Le Tour de Hives

http://www.sonomabees.org/leTourDeHives

Sonoma County Beekeepers’ Association invites you to celebrate the remarkable honeybee with the first “Le Tour de Hives!” Tour around Sonoma West County - Petaluma through Sebastopol out to Graton. Purchase tickets online.

Sunday, June 17, 2012 Add this 
Rivertown Revival

Rivertown Revival

www.rivertownrevival.com

Art boat races, boat parade, live music, craft and art vendors, food and beer at a festival benefiting the River Heritage Center. Tickets are $5 at the door. 11 am - 7 pm.

Saturday, July 21, 2012 Add this 
Petaluma Art & Equestrian Festival

Petaluma Art & Equestrian Festival

(800) 937-5799

www.paefestival.org

Art and horse lovers come together to indulge both passions in one afternoon, while enjoying great music, food and wine and beer tasting beside the beautiful Petaluma River. 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Sunday, July 29, 2012 Add this 
Walk / Ride Charity Event

Holstein 100 Bike and Walk

www.wmss.org/holstein (415) 663-8148

 A 6-mile walking/hiking event from Petaluma Junior High to Helen Putnam Regional Park or a 100, 65, 35, or 15-mile cycling route winding along the Marin/Sonoma coast, Tomales Bay and rolling hills with happy Holstein cows. Return to the school for music and food. Benefit for West Marin Senior Services

Saturday, August 18, 2012 Add this 
Petaluma Clo-Cow Half Marathon & 5K

Petaluma Clo-Cow Half Marathon & 5K

www.clocowhalf.com

The course begins in Historic Downtown Petaluma and travels all the way out to some of the great farms of Sonoma County, where runners will be cheered on by sheep, horses, and of course our beloved Moo-Cows! The trip out there is a challenging one, but the inclines just make the views of those rolling hills even more rewarding.

Sunday, September 16, 2012 Add this 
Stockton YC cruising into Petaluma Turning Basin

Group Name: Stockton Yacht Club
Website: www.stocktonyachtclub.org
Name of Event: Stockton YC cruising into Petaluma Turning Basin
Location: Downtown turning basin

 

Thursday, September 27, 2012 to Monday, October 1, 2012 Add this 

Dining

Venue Meals Served Bar Seats Description Pets Type My Itinerary
Brixx Petaluma Dinner only Full 35

Daily 4pm-Closing

www.brixxpetaluma.com

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Dempsey's Restaurant and Brewery Lunch/Dinner Beer&Wine 120

Sun-Thurs. 11:30-9pm

Fri.-Sat. 11:30am-10pm

www.dempseys.com

No American Add this 
Mc Near's Saloon & Dining House Brkfst/Lunch/Dinner Full 240

Mon-Fri 11am-10pm; Sat 11am-close;

Sun 9am-10pm

www.mcnears.com

 

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Two Niner Diner (at Airport) Brkfst/Lunch/Dinner Beer&Wine 79

Tues-Fri 8:30-3pm; Sat & Sun 7am-3pm; Closed Mondays

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Walnut Park Grill Lunch/Dinner No

Mon-Sun 11am-8pm

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Attractions

Atrraction Description My Itinerary
8th Annual Petaluma Footrace

8th Annual Petaluma Footrace

Petaluma Marina Business Center

www.petalumafootrace.com

Join 1,000 runners and walkers for the 8th running of the Petaluma Footrace with most of the proceeds going to the Casa Grande High School Track project.  Participants can choose from either a 3 mile run or walk, or a 5 mile run.

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Bounty Plant Sale

 Bounty Plant Sale - May 5th, Saturday from 9am-2pm 
Location: Bounty Community Farm, 55 Shasta Ave. Petaluma CA, 94952

Volunteers needed for help with plant propagation, set-up the day before, and
on the day of the event.

Website: http://www.petalumabounty.org/

The Bounty Community Farm is located at 55 Shasta Ave. Petaluma, CA 94952

 

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Butter & Eggs Opening Ceremonies this Saturday

 

Butter & Egg Days are quickly approaching! Don't forget to join us for the Opening Ceremonies this Saturday, April 21st in the courtyard behind the Petaluma Museum.

And don't forget the Parade on April 29th! Festival starts at 10 am, the kids pre-parade starts at 11:30 and the main parade will step off at noon. We look forward to seeing you there!

Courtyard behind the Petaluma Museum
20 4th Street, Petaluma

 

 

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Dolphin Charters

Dolphin Charters

 (800) 472-9942

www.dolphincharters.com/river.html

Offers three-hour and full day entertaining and informative cruises on the Petaluma River. Visit their website or call for more info.

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Free Day on the River

Free Day on the River

http://www.psc3.org

Sponsored by the Petaluma Small Craft Center, this is a free event for the whole family! Try kayaking, stand-up paddling, Hawaiian outrigger canoeing, rowing, pedal boats and more! Food, music and displays on the lawn of Foundry Wharf, at the end of 2nd Street.

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Friends of the Petaluma River

Friends of the Petaluma River

(707) 763-7756

www.friendsofthepetalumariver.org

A non-profit organization dedicated to celebrating and conserving the Petaluma River, its wetlands and wildlife. The group offers tours of the Petaluma River and chartered cruises.

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Garden Valley Ranch

Garden Valley Ranch

498 Pepper Rd. (707) 795-0919

www.gardenvalley.com/tour.html

Over 1,000 varieties of roses in their retail nursery. Self-guided and docent guided tours of their gardens are offered year-round, Wednesday through Sunday.

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Petaluma Art & Equestrian Festival

Petaluma Art & Equestrian Festival

(800) 937-5799

www.paefestival.org

Art and horse lovers come together to indulge both passions in one afternoon, while enjoying great music, food and wine and beer tasting beside the beautiful Petaluma River. 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

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Petaluma River Tours

Petaluma River Tours

(707) 763-7756

http://www.friendsofthepetalumariver.org/tours

Sunset wine and cheese eco-cruises depart on Fridays from the Petaluma Turning Basin. View the wetlands and wildlife from the comfort of a 27’ touring barge. Visit the website for dates.

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PRBO Conservation Science

PRBO Conservation Science

3820 Cypress Drive #11  (707) 781-2555

www.prbo.org

Adjacent to Shollenberger Park, PRBO’s Research Center furthers their mission to conserve birds, wildlife and ecosystems through innovative scientific research and outreach.

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Lodging

Venue Description Type My Itinerary
Petaluma KOA

Kampgrounds Of America

San Francisco North/Petaluma KOA

20 Rainsville Rd.

(707) 763-1492

Toll Free reservations: (800) 992-CAMP (2267)

www.petalumakoa.com

Enjoy RV accommodations, tents, Camping Cabins and Wine Country Lodges at this award winning, full-service camping resort with showers and laundry facility. 300 campsites, 12 lodges with private bath and kitchenette, and 34 cabins. Indoor and outdoor areas for groups. Free WiFi, Kamp K-9 Dog Park, horseshoes, basketball, petting farm, newly remodeled pool and spa, Wine Country store, rental bikes and more amenities. Summer activities (May-October) include hayrides, face painting, arts & crafts, 60-foot bounce pillow, climbing wall, water slide, volleyball, themed weekends, ice cream socials and more. San Francisco or Wine Country tours May through October. RV storage available. Meeting space for up to 150 available October through April

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Upcoming Events

  • Meet the Osmosis Vitality Quest Leaders
    Thursday, May 17, 2012
  • Salute to American Graffiti Cruise In
    Friday, May 18, 2012
  • Petaluma's Salute to American Graffiti
    Saturday, May 19, 2012
  • Petaluma Kids' Day
    Saturday, May 19, 2012
  • Farmers' Market
    Saturday, May 19, 2012
  • Dolphin Charters
    Saturday, May 19, 2012
  • Backroad Challenge Bike Event
    Saturday, May 19, 2012
  • Saturday Farmers' Market
    Saturday, May 19, 2012

 

 

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