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6 Reasons to Visit Petaluma During 2026 World Cup

Feb 10, 2026 / Ann Hutchinson

Photo by Michael Woolsey If you're in California anyway, you simply must visit Petaluma during World Cup 2026. Located less than an hour north of San Francisco, Petaluma is an easy side trip for World Cup travelers seeking an authentic Northern California experience. MORE

11 Rainy Day Activities in Petaluma

Jan 14, 2026 / Ann Hutchinson

Looking for rainy day activities in Petaluma? Petaluma has so many fun, rainy-day things to do you just might be hoping for rain. How about a fun day of indoor family sports, dinner and a movie, a spa day, exploring an old mill, or a leisurely stroll through a library? MORE

Holiday Events at a Glance

Nov 03, 2025 / Ann Hutchinson

2025 Petaluma Holiday Events Petaluma takes the holiday season very seriously. Time spent in Petaluma during the holiday season is truly magical! The events listed below have been annual traditions in Petaluma for years. MORE

8 Family-friendly Halloween Activities in Petaluma

/ Ann Hutchinson

One of the best times to visit Petaluma is in October, when the weather is still warm, the pumpkins are ripe, the trees are gold and red, and the town is abuzz with spooky family fun. Where else can you get lost for hours in a corn maze, trick or treat from a paddle board, or walk through the cemetery with 1800s characters seemingly come back to life? MORE

Taste the Bounty of Petaluma Valley

Jun 03, 2024 / madmin

A lot has changed since Petaluma was chartered in 1858. Through it all, Petaluma has stayed true to its roots as an area known for agricultural diversity. Artisan cheeses, organically-grown heirloom vegetables, all-natural free range poultry, and fresh-off-the-farm eggs are just a few of the products that give Petaluma its well-earned reputation as an area of delicious abundance. MORE

Wine Tasting with Petaluma Style

Jun 01, 2023 / madmin

When in doubt, wine it out at Petaluma’s outstanding wine-tasting venues Petaluma's rolling hills, river, and proximity to the coast are perfect for wine grapes. Petaluma even has its own AVA (American Viticultural Area). MORE

3 Authentic Ranch Experiences

May 08, 2023 / madmin

Petaluma is the best of both worlds: a little bit city and a little bit country. The city’s reputation as a foodie destination rivals that of San Francisco, our big city neighbor to the south. When it comes to the country-side of Petaluma, local ranches offer outdoor experiences that are unmatched in variety and interest. MORE