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Film in Petaluma

Starring Locations and Sophisticated Film Festivals

Film makers love Petaluma whether they are using our streets as a filming location like George Lucas for the classic movie, “American Graffiti,” or gathering in town for annual international film festivals. Our authentic hometown charm always has a starring role.

Film Fest Petaluma

Film Fest Petaluma

(707) 778-3687

www.petalumafilmfest.org

Showcasing the best new foreign and independent cinema from around the world. Filmmakers will be present for Q&A. At the Mystic Theatre.

Film Tour

Film Tour

Download a pdf tour of some of Petaluma’s most notable film locations including “American Graffiti” and “Basic Instinct.”

Petaluma's Salute to American Grafitti

Petaluma's Salute to American Graffiti

May 17-19, 2012

www.americangraffiti.net

Celebrating Petaluma's starring role in American Graffiti, the three day annual festival features classic American cars, cruising the “main drag”, rock ‘n roll music and the “happy days” of the ‘50s and early ‘60s.

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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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210 Lakeville Street / Hwy 116   *   Petaluma, CA 94952

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