Valentine's weekend in Sebastopol and west county
Chocolate, wine, music, love and goats!
Happy Galentines Day
Friday, Feb. 13, 6 pm to 7:30 pm, at Region, 180 Morris St., Sebastopol. $40.15
Honoring the beauty of women’s friendships with a cozy, creative Galentine’s gathering. Spend time together over a glass of wine as you create a special simple flower arrangement to cherish at home or give as a gift. Ticket includes a glass of Hawley wine, a charcuterie cup (cheese, meat, crackers, nuts, fruit & chocolate) and a vintage vase to hold the seasonal buds and florals that you’re drawn to. There will be a selection of flowers to choose from and floral guide assistance by the co-founder of Region, Kerry Thedorf. Reserve your spot.
Chocolate Tasting and Chocolate Strawberry Dipping
Saturday and Sunday, varied times, at Rainy Day Chocolate, 6492 Mirabel Road, Forestville. $33.85
Discover this new chocolatier, Rainy Day Chocolate, in Forestville for a Valentine’s weekend celebration filled with chocolate, connection, and a little indulgence. Enjoy a guided tasting of chocolates from around the world, exploring unique origins and flavors, before getting hands-on dipping fresh strawberries in silky, melted chocolate to take home. Whether you’re celebrating with a partner, friends, or treating yourself, this sweet experience is a delicious way to savor the season of love. Make a reservation.
Sonoma Lovers Celebration: A Valentine’s Tasting Experience
Saturday, Feb. 14, 11 am and 1:30 pm sessions, at Gold Ridge Organic Farms, 3387 Canfield Road, Sebastopol. $78.
Spoil the special someone in your life this Valentine’s Day with an intimate tasting and tour experience at Gold Ridge Organic Farms. Tour the orchards and olive groves aboard our apple-themed trolley, then be seated at individual tables for a self-guided tasting flight and pairing board, accompanied by live music. Your tasting experience includes four premium olive oils, plus a house-made apple cider syrup, and citrus shrub. Each flight is accompanied by locally sourced chocolate, artisan cheese, macarons, crackers, and fresh bread—everything you need for a memorable Valentine’s Day celebration. Limited to 20 guests per session. Live music by the Lisa Liu Duo. Get tickets.
A Classic Valentine’s Day: Wine & Chocolate
Saturday, Feb. 14, 3 pm to 7 pm, at Region, 180 Morris St., Sebastopol. $37.54
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a timeless pairing of wine and chocolate at Region. This evening is designed for romance and indulgence, with thoughtfully selected wines are paired with decadent chocolates. This is a guided experience, highlighting our Wine Wall of 50+ local wines all available by the taste, glass and bottle. Reserve your spot.
CANCELLED - The Valentine’s Day at Laguna Lab, which had been scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 14, has been cancelled.
GOAT My Valentine: Cuddle with little Goats at The Barlow!
Saturday, Feb. 14, 3 pm-6 pm, 120 Morris St., Sebastopol. Free.
Head over to Crooked Goat for a free, special, Valentine’s happy hour truly like no other. Get your photo taken cuddling with little goats. If you can’t be with the one you love, love a GOAT this Valentine’s Day. Learn more.
Mimi Pirard sings timeless French classics
Saturday, Feb. 14, 3 pm to 5 pm, at Reichwage Winery, 1689 Pleasant Hill Road, Sebastopol.
Mimi Pirard is hitting the stage to bring you a Valentines Day filled with timeless French classics. If you love the charm and soul of French music, this in-person event is perfect for you. Get tickets.
Hot Flash 2 Dance
Saturday, Feb. 14, 5 pm to 8 pm, at Sebastopol Center for the Arts, 282 South High St., Sebastopol. $15.
Come dance your cares away to ’80s, ’90s, and early aughts music with DJ Beastie Bryce. A community dance event that ends at a reasonable hour! Get tickets.
An Afternoon of Chocolate Love with David Gambill
Sunday, Feb. 15, 3 pm to 5 pm, at La Bodega Kitchen, 2295 Gravenstein Hwy. S., Sebastopol. $35.
Come meet David Gambill of Sonoma Chocolatiers. Enjoy an afternoon of tasting (not just eating) cacao (“The Food of the Gods”) and discover how a humble cocoa bean turns into one of the most complex foods on earth. Trace the journey from bean to bon bon across cultures and centuries, as you taste exceptional chocolates, finishing with a truffle made from the wine you’ll be enjoying. Reserve your spot: 707-996-1230.
Hearts in Harmony with Terrier
Saturday, Feb. 14, from 7 pm to 9 pm, at Occidental Center for the Arts, 3850 Doris Murphy Court, Occidental, $30 to $40.
Celebrate love, music, and the magic of connection this Valentine’s Day at Occidental Center for the Arts.! Hearts in Harmony features the Erika Tietjen of the T Sisters and Ben Morrison of The Brothers Comatose—a married pair whose chemistry on stage is as rich as their harmonies. Enjoy an intimate evening of soulful songs, heartfelt storytelling, and the kind of musical spark only true love can create. Perfect for couples, friends, and anyone who believes in the power of music to move the heart. Get tickets.