Petaluma Music Festival

Saturday. August 7th, 2010 - Sonoma-Marin Fairgrounds

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get tickets the day of the event?

Yes! The tickets will be $5 extra on the day of the event.

Can I bring my children, and is this a family event?

We strive to make the Petaluma Music Festival an event that is appropriate for the whole family! Each child 12 and under is admitted free when accompanied by an adult with a ticket.  Strollers are permitted.

Where can I sit during the Festival?

Just about anywhere! Low-profile lawn chairs and blankets are encouraged, and there is ample space for everyone on the large lawn area in front of the main stage. VIP Premium ticket holders will have shaded reserved seats under a canopied area located to one side of the stage and lawn area.

Can I bring food & drink into the festival?

No, but there will be a variety of food and drink vendors available including the fine beers of the Lagunitas Brewing Company, award-winning wines, and bottled water.

What wines will be available for tasting?

Check our Wine Tasting webpage approximately one month prior to the festival.  The festival will feature award-winning wines from numerous Sonoma, Napa and Mendocino County wineries.

Can I bring my dog to the Festival?

Sorry, no pets are allowed in the festival grounds, so please leave Rover at home.  Service animals are welcome.

Is re-entry allowed?

Yes, with a wristband and a ticket stub you will be allowed to go in and out of the festival gates.

Can I bring a camera or a video recorder?

You may bring a still camera to the festival. Video or audio recording devices are not allowed into the festival grounds. Security will search bags and hold all devices should you attempt to bring them in.

What should I do after the festival is over?

We highly recommend catching a show at the Mystic Theatre where there will be more great music, food, and drink: www.mystictheatre.com

Where can I stay?

Please consider making reservations with our sponsor the Sheraton-Sonoma County- Petaluma and visit our Lodging webpage for more places to stay. There is a listing of local hotels on the Petaluma Visitor Center website which can be accessed through our About Petaluma webpage. You may also want to call the Sonoma Tourism Bureau at 866-914-7511 or visit www.sonomacounty.com