Events & Things to Do in
Healdsburg, California
in March 2026
Spring is waking up in wine country. From barrel tastings and live theater to world-class dining events and community gatherings — March in Healdsburg delivers something for everyone.
March is one of the most exciting months to visit Healdsburg. The vines are budding, the wineries are throwing open their cellar doors, and the town’s art and performance venues are buzzing. Whether you’re a wine lover, art enthusiast, or just looking for a great weekend escape in Northern Sonoma County, here’s your complete guide to what’s happening in Healdsburg in March 2026.
Healdsburg Events in Chronological Order
Running the entire month of March, this community art exhibition celebrates women through a compelling showcase of visual work. The exhibit runs from February 23rd through Sunday, March 29th — making it a highlight for anyone visiting Healdsburg during the month. Check the Healdsburg Chamber events calendar at healdsburg.com for venue location and hours.
A free weekly women’s wellness gathering focused on breathing, meditation, and genuine community connection. The description says it best: Reset • Unwind • Connect • De-Stress • Just Breathe with a circle of women who truly get it. Only 10 spaces available per session — RSVP is required. Check the Healdsburg Chamber calendar at cm.healdsburg.com/events for each Tuesday’s event listing and RSVP details.
Catch one of the final matinee performances of Steel Magnolias at the Raven Performing Arts Theater. This beloved production wraps up its run the first weekend of March — also with Friday and Saturday evening shows on March 6 & 7 (7:30pm) and a closing Sunday matinee March 8 (2pm). The Raven is Healdsburg’s treasured community performing arts center. Call 707-433-6335 or visit raventheater.org.
ArtNite Healdsburg takes place the first Thursday of every month, turning downtown into a lively art crawl. Pick up your ArtNite passport at any participating downtown gallery and explore 20+ galleries while stopping at restaurants and wineries for special treats and pours. Boutiques along the route often have surprises too. This is Healdsburg’s beloved monthly celebration of local creativity — a perfect way to spend a March evening. Visit artnitehealdsburg.com.
Kick off Barrel Tasting weekend the Italian way at D’Argenzio Winery. This Wine Down Friday event features live music by acoustic guitarist YngSolomon, dinner by Cibo Rustico Pizzeria, and pours of D’Argenzio’s Italian varietal wines. All ages welcome. Note: Nearly 30 wineries also honor Barrel Weekend tickets on this Friday bonus tasting day — check wineroad.com for the full Friday winery list.
The Raven Theater has two productions on stage this weekend. Steel Magnolias continues its final weekend run (Friday 7:30pm, Saturday 7:30pm, Sunday 2pm matinee March 8). Also opening Friday is A Good Deal, a new production with performances March 6–8 and continuing into later March. Visit raventheater.org for schedules and tickets for both shows.
Start Barrel Tasting Saturday with a proper wine country breakfast. Coyote Sonoma’s tasting room in downtown Healdsburg is offering pancakes, sausage, fresh fruit, and mimosas for Barrel Weekend ticket holders. After breakfast, pick up your tasting glass and wristband right on-site and begin your tasting route without getting back in the car. Reserve ahead of time through the Wine Road ticketing process.
Wine Road’s 48th annual Barrel Tasting Weekend is the longest-running wine event in California — and 2026 marks the organization’s 50th anniversary, celebrated with special retro pricing of just $50 per person for the weekend. Taste wines straight from the barrel at 50+ wineries across the Alexander, Dry Creek, and Russian River Valleys, including many right in and around Healdsburg. Meet winemakers in the cellar, purchase wine futures, and sample current-release and library wines side by side. Wine Road Insider members receive 20% off two tickets. Visit wineroad.com for tickets and participating winery list.
Experience an intimate underground wine cave dinner at Alexander Valley Vineyards celebrating CYRUS, their flagship premium Cabernet blend. Guests enjoy a three-course dinner perfectly paired with hand-selected CYRUS vintages, surrounded by aging barrels, candlelight, and the warmth of the Wetzel family and Winemaker Kevin Hall. This is consistently one of Healdsburg’s most memorable wine evenings. Contact kristy@avvwine.com for reservations. Visit avvwine.com.
World-renowned Irish fiddle virtuoso Eileen Ivers brings her stunning Universal Roots show to the Raven Theater for one afternoon performance. Known for her extraordinary range across Celtic, jazz, and world music traditions, Ivers puts on a show that’s both breathtaking and joyful. This is a rare opportunity to see a true master of the fiddle in Healdsburg’s intimate performance space. Advance tickets strongly recommended. Visit raventheater.org.
Healdsburg’s Kiwanis Club hosts a St. Patrick’s Day Celtic Concert at the Healdsburg Plaza, bringing live Celtic music and community spirit to the heart of downtown. The Healdsburg Plaza is a beloved gathering place year-round — the perfect backdrop for a festive mid-March evening. Check the City of Healdsburg’s events calendar for details as the date approaches at healdsburg.gov.
Now in its 19th year, Pigs & Pinot is one of Healdsburg’s most celebrated culinary and wine weekends — and 2026 marks a landmark shift as the event debuts at Appellation Healdsburg, Charlie Palmer’s exciting new flagship hotel. This year’s lineup features an extraordinary father-and-son chef pairing alongside the event’s first-ever all-female roster of featured Gala winemakers. Weekend events include intimate tastings, chef-driven dinners, and winemaker gatherings. Proceeds benefit the Palmer Family Education Foundation, funding scholarships for future hospitality professionals. Visit pigsandpinot.com for tickets and full details.
Warm, witty, and wildly entertaining — Irish comedian David Nihill brings his Taking Tangents stand-up show to the Raven Theater for one Sunday evening performance. Nihill is known for his clever, self-deprecating humor and storytelling style. A great March night out in Healdsburg for comedy fans. Visit raventheater.org for tickets.
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March is one of the most beautiful times to enjoy Healdsburg beyond the event calendar. Here are some of the best ways to make the most of your visit to this charming Sonoma County town.
🍷 Winery Tasting Rooms
Healdsburg sits at the intersection of three world-class wine appellations — Alexander Valley, Dry Creek Valley, and Russian River Valley. March is an ideal time to visit tasting rooms when crowds are lighter and winemakers are more available to chat. Many wineries along the Wine Road are pouring current releases and barrel samples all month.
🌳 Healdsburg Plaza
The heart of downtown, Healdsburg’s tree-lined central plaza is perfect for a spring stroll, a picnic, or people-watching. In March the weather turns mild and the Plaza begins filling back up with visitors. Surrounding streets offer boutique shopping, bakeries, and Michelin-recognized restaurants.
🚴 Cycling the Wine Road
March weather in Healdsburg is mild enough to explore the stunning backroads by bike. The Wine Road connects wineries through rolling vineyard landscapes. Multiple outfitters in the area offer bike rentals, and the terrain suits everyone from leisurely pedal-rs to more serious cyclists.
🛍️ Downtown Shopping & Galleries
Downtown Healdsburg is packed with independently owned boutiques, art galleries, home goods shops, and specialty food stores. March is a great time to browse before the busy summer tourist season. The ArtNite gallery walk on March 5th is a perfect introduction to the local art scene.
🍽️ World-Class Dining
Healdsburg punches far above its weight when it comes to dining. The town boasts multiple Michelin-recognized restaurants and an abundance of farm-to-table cuisine informed by the surrounding agricultural landscape. March is a lovely time to enjoy a long, leisurely dinner in one of Healdsburg’s beloved restaurants without summer reservation crunches.
🌊 Russian River Recreation
The Russian River runs right alongside Healdsburg, offering kayaking, canoeing, and swimming access in the warmer months. In March the river is running full and beautiful — perfect for riverside walks and enjoying the scenery as the surrounding vineyards wake up from their winter dormancy.
