There is nothing better than sharing a glass of wine with friends, tasting some fine Sonoma Cuisine, and dancing under the stars. All of this happens at the Opening Night Gala in the historic Sonoma Barracks. Live music, over 50 wineries pouring, and food tastings by Valley restaurants, specialty shops, and caterers all to enjoy at your leisure.
Not only is the Opening Night Gala about food, wine, and great entertainment, but like the Vintage Festival itself, it is about celebration. During the evening there are many special announcements and awards given out. There are contests for Best Winery Display, Best Food Display, and the popular Amateur Wine Making Competition. Here local vintners can enter their small home made wines to see how they stand up to the judges. The judging is done sometime in August but the awards are given out at the Gala.
Enjoy the best of Sonoma Valley wine and food under a Harvest Moon while dancing to the irresistible sounds of Pride & Joy. The public has spoken and we’re having them back. We dare you to sit still for long.
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Pride & Joy is not just a fabulous dance band, it’s an unforgettable, get-up-and-boogie, high-octane happening. This dynamic and exceptionally popular dance band takes its name from Marvin Gaye’s hit song and celebrates the excitement of Motown bands that made such a huge musical mark in the ’60s and ’70s. With over two decades of phenomenal success, Pride & Joy has remained one of the most popular bands on the San Francisco Bay Area music scene.
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This is a 21 years and up event. No children or infants please
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