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.
🧙🏻 🛶 🎃✨ A coven of witches is headed to Petaluma today! Grab your magical hats and striped stockings, Witches and Wizards on The Water at @thefloathousepetaluma is Saturday, October 24th from 11am to 2pm. Come join the fun! 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, grab lunch downtown and enjoy the spooky vibes! 🎉🛶 🎃
🛍️ 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. Visit their website to learn more and to rent.
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Get your costume ready and join us at Brewster`s Beer Garden for the legendary Wizards of Elixirs cocktail competition featuring wine country’s top bartenders. Sample handcrafted cocktails as competing bartenders vie for the title of judges’ top cocktail and the people’s choice award. Proceeds from the event will benefit Una Vida and Petaluma Active 20-30, Petaluma-based nonprofits providing vital community support for families and underserved children. Food will be available for purchase via sit-down quick service from Brewsters Beer Garden.
Tuesday October 27, 2026. General admission is from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. and VIP admission is from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. VIP ticket holders receive early admission and complimentary VIP-only appetizers and more. VIP tickets are limited and available online only before October 27th.
Learn more here: https://www.visitpetaluma.com/event/wizards-of-elixirs-cocktail-competition/
All ticket holders must be 21 years or older to attend with valid ID required to enter.
Halloween costumes encouraged, with a prize for the best costume!
🎃 Halloween is a great time to add well-made and comfortable dress-up items to your holiday wardrobe! The @acorn.shop has costumes, face paint and hair crayons to dress in full effect next week and beyond! Both stores are open every day 10:30-6!
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This Saturday! Each year, LumaFest brings us together for a vibrant Educational Open House and el Día de los Muertos celebration, giving guests an opportunity to experience the energy and diversity of our community through live music and cultural performances, explore college and career pathways, connect with SRJC programs, local eats, artisans and makers, holiday shopping, kid-friendly activities, local community organizations, and much more!
From colorful performances and hands- on art activities to live music, science shows, and local food favorites, there’s something for everyone at Petaluma’s biggest event of the year. Whether you’re visiting with family, friends, or flying solo — you’ll find inspiration around every corner.
Free admission & parking
SRJC Petaluma
680 Sonoma Mtn. Pkwy
Petaluma
Saturday October 24, 2026
11:00am – 3:00pm
https://www.visitpetaluma.com/event/lumafest-petalumas-educational-fair-and-el-dia-de-los-muertos-celebration/
🇺🇸 Founded in 1986, the Petaluma Veteran’s Day Parade & Flyover honors the past, present, and future member of the United States Armed Forces. It is the largest Veterans Day Parade this side of the Golden Gate with 2,000 participants and up to 40,000 spectators.
This year’s theme is “Celebrating 250 Years of the United States of America.” The parade begins at 1:00 pm on November 11, 2026, processing from Walnut Park, traveling up Fourth/Kentucky Streets to Washington Street and back to Walnut Park via Petaluma Boulevard.
More information here: https://www.visitpetaluma.com/petaluma-veterans-day/
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🍁 Sweater weather has arrived and @splendidlittle is stocked full of new cozy autumn apparel, scarves, accessories, jewelry and gifts.
📍 Find them in the heart of @petalumadowntown at 140 Petaluma Blvd. N. Open daily 11-5. (707) 763-7467.
👻 The @petalumansofyesteryear Annual Cemetery Tour is frightfully fun! Take a guided graveside tour to learn the spooky and quirky history of some fascinating folks in Petaluma’s past. October 24th, 10:30am - noon at Cypress Hill Memorial Park.
🪦You’ll hear colorful stories about life (and death) in our town’s early days, directly from our costumed living history docents. The tour begins at the Cypress Hill Memorial Park parking lot and concludes inside the columbarium.
🎟️ Visit the @petalumansofyesteryear website to learn more and purchase tickets.
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🧙🏻 🎃 @ileonipetaluma is Sonoma County’s premier kitchen and cooking store. This big store is full of cute seasonal things to set the scene for a frightfully fun Halloween. (And Thanksgiving.) The have tons of decor, candles, and gifts too!
📍 Find them in the heart of @petalumadowntown at 120 Kentucky Street. (707) 762-9611.
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