WELCOME TO PETALUMA
Just an hour north of San Francisco, you’ll discover picturesque Petaluma. Nestled on the Petaluma River between rolling farmlands and the rugged coast, Petaluma melds Hometown USA with sophisticated Wine Country style. Allow us to introduce you.
hotels & lodging
Looking for a perfect base to explore the wonders of Sonoma County? Look no further than Petaluma! This charming city is a treasure trove of adventure, boasting breathtaking wineries, awe-inspiring coastlines, mesmerizing Redwoods, and so much more.
No matter what your style or budget, Petaluma has you covered with an extensive range of accommodations. Whether you’re after a luxurious hotel with a rich history or a top-rated campground that lets you get up close and personal with nature, you’ll find just what you need in Petaluma.
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things to do
Petaluma offers an array of activities to cater to every interest. Shop till you drop at the city’s charming boutiques or explore the surrounding great outdoors. Get your culture fix by visiting the vibrant art galleries or attending one of the city’s renowned festivals. If you’re looking to unwind, indulge in a spa treatment or enjoy a rejuvenating yoga session. Whatever your taste, Petaluma promises to leave you feeling inspired and refreshed.
Upcoming Events
pet friendly
Petaluma rolls out the red carpet for furry friends, providing a warm welcome to pets and their owners. Here you’ll find a variety of pet-friendly accommodations to suit your individual needs.
During the summer months, the Petaluma Library invites you to read out loud to the dogs of PALS (Paws as Loving Support). All are well-trained and enjoy listening to stories in English or Spanish.
And when it comes to dining and exploring, Petaluma has got you covered with plenty of local dog-friendly restaurants and attractions.
🍷 🥳 The Petaluma Gap @petalumagap Wind to Wine Festival returns on Saturday, October 17, 2026 hosted at @gamboninifamilyranch, we can’t wait to celebrate another incredible harvest with amazing wines, unforgettable food, and the one-of-a-kind beauty of the Petaluma Gap.
If it’s not on your calendar yet, now’s the time. Trust us—this is one event you won’t want to miss.
🎟️ Get your tickets today:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wind-to-wine-festival-harvest-2026-tickets-1990450789894?keep_tld=true
We’ll see you where the wind meets the wine. 🍃🍇
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🍁 🎃 🦃 Harvest has arrived at the @pezzoloandco outlet. The shop is filled with everything you need to create a beautiful, layered Thanksgiving table—from everyday dinnerware, serving pieces, table runners and chargers to the most gorgeous seasonal stems, greenery and finishing touches. And they didn’t stop at the table. They’ve brought in coordinating pillows, throws and cozy layers to carry those warm harvest tones into your living and dining spaces.
Come build your Thanksgiving table and maybe give the rest of the room a little fall refresh while you’re there.
📍 @pezzoloandco 850 Lindberg Ln. Petaluma.
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🍎 🎪 Cider Circus, Sonoma County’s only festival dedicated to artisanal cider, returns to Steamer Landing on the Petaluma River on Saturday, October 24th from 12-5pm.
🎶 🍴 Taste low intervention ciders, co-ferments, and liqueurs from Sonoma County producers and friends farther afield. Enjoy live music, delicious food, lawn games, clowns, face painting and kid-friendly activities from @poppyspetaluma.
🐕 Drive, paddle, train, or bike your way down to the Petaluma River for an afternoon of wholesome revelry tucked away in the heart of downtown Petaluma! Supervised kiddos and well-behaved doggos are most welcome.
🎟️ Presented by @bigwest.presents in partnership with @friendsofthepetalumariver. Visit bigwest.biz/tickets for more information and to purchase tickets.
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🧙🏻 🛶 🎃✨ Calling all witches! Grab your broomsticks, magical hats and striped stockings, Witches and Wizards on The Water at @thefloathousepetaluma is Saturday, October 24th from 11am to 2pm. This annual free, family-friendly community paddle and enchanting Costume Contest features exciting prizes from local businesses. Bring your best costume to the river and join in on the spooky fun! 🎉🛶
🛍️ The Floathouse will also host a trick-or-treat water trail, so plan for a full day of Halloween festivities! You can bring your own boat or rent one from them, they have all shapes and sizes available. Witches love paddleboards, while wizards and monsters prefer rowboats. And don’t miss out on their water bikes, perfect for transporting your spider or skeleton on the front platform! 🕷️👻 Tag your coven and plan your adventure!
🍽️ Work up an appetite and then enjoy a tasty lunch or dinner at one of our @petalumadowntown restaurants afterwards.
✅ Visit the @thefloathousepetaluma website for more information.
📍 The Floathouse Petaluma 50 Water Street, Petaluma.
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The Clo Cow Half Marathon, 10K & 5K returns to Downtown Petaluma on Sunday, October 11, 2026. Register today and run with Clo this fall! Follow them at @clocowhalf!
👉 clocowhalf.com
Happy Friday! 💜⛹️♀️ The big Golden State Valkyries game is tonight at 6:30PM! Come enjoy refreshing cocktails and tasty pub food and cheer on the Valkyries in game three of the WNBA semi-finals at @mcnearspetaluma! They will have the game going with sound on until the bitter end ! 🏀⚡️ Let`s gooooooooo!
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🫖 🍳 @tearoomcafe is a Petaluma locals favorite for a reason. We absolutely love their fresh baked scones, buttermilk pancakes, smoked salmon toast and their curried chicken salad is absolutely delicious!
📍 Find them in @petalumadowntown at 316 Western Ave. Open Thursday - Monday 8am - 2pm.
💰 GIVEAWAY ALERT. 💵 🍷 Adobe Road Winery stands out as one of downtown Petaluma`s most popular wine destinations, celebrated for its unique intersection of elite motorsports culture and small-lot, award-winning winemaking. Founded in 2002 by professional race car driver Kevin Buckler and his wife Debra—owners of the legendary championship racing team The Racers Group (TRG)—the winery channels high-octane precision directly into the bottle.
* WINNER NOTIFIED! ✅
🗓️ Be sure to check out their calendar of events, this is a great place to enjoy local live music.
We`re giving away a $100 gift card so you can celebrate in the new tasting room with friends or family.
📍 The Adobe Road Winery tasting room is located at 1 C St, Petaluma, CA 94952, right inside the historic Great Petaluma Mill overlooking the Petaluma River in downtown Petaluma. https://adoberoadwines.com/
To enter to win a $100 gift card:
1. Follow Visit Petaluma and @petalumadowntown on Instagram.
2. Follow @adoberoadwines
3. Tag a friend in the comments below.
🗓️ The winner will be notified on Friday, October 9th.
This promotion is not sponsored, endorsed, administered, or associated with Meta, Facebook, or Instagram.
* PLEASE BEWARE OF SCAM / FAKE VISIT PETALUMA PAGES ANNOUNCING YOU WON. WE WILL NEVER ASK FOR FINANCIAL INFORMATION OR ANNOUNCE A WINNER EARLY!
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