The Perfect Sonoma Cultural Weekend

Classical Music by Day. Broadway by Night.

July 10-12, 2026

OVERVIEW

Two of Sonoma’s premier arts organizations are coming together to create a uniquely Sonoma summer experience that blends world-class music, Broadway entertainment, wine country hospitality, culinary experiences, and overnight stays.

Transcendence Theatre Company and Valley of the Moon Music Festival are partnering to encourage visitors to experience Sonoma not simply as a wine destination, but as one of California’s most vibrant arts and cultural destinations.

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FEATURED CULTURAL WEEKEND
July 10-12, 2026

 

Visitors can experience Sonoma’s premier summer arts weekend as Transcendence Theatre Company’s Radio Recall (July 10–12) coincides with the opening weekend of the Valley of the Moon Music Festival (July 11–12). Together, the organizations invite audiences to enjoy Classical Music by Day and Broadway by Night while exploring Sonoma’s wineries, restaurants, hotels, and cultural attractions.

 

SAMPLE SONOMA CULTURAL WEEKEND ITINERARIES

This is the only place in Northern California where a visitor can attend a world-class classical music performance at 4 PM and experience Broadway Under the Stars that same evening at 7:30 PM — all while enjoying Sonoma wine country hospitality.

Option 1: The Perfect Sonoma Cultural Weekend

Saturday, July 11 – Monday, July 13

Classical Music by Day. Broadway by Night.

 

Monday, July 13

  • Breakfast and departure

Option 2: Wine Country Arts Escape

Saturday, July 11 – Monday, July 13

An immersive wine country getaway featuring music, hospitality, and culture.

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Monday, July 13

  • Breakfast and departure

Option 3: Broadway Weekend in Sonoma

Friday, July 10 – Sunday, July 12

Broadway, wine country, and classical music in one unforgettable Sonoma weekend.

 

Friday, July 10

  • Friday arrival, Check into a participating Sonoma hotel
  • Lunch at Sonoma Plaza
  • Dinner at Santé at Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa (Dinner Offer available Friday, Saturday and Sunday July 10, 11, 12; 5:30-8:30 PM)
  • Broadway Under the Stars: Radio Recall

Stay the Night

  • Explore hotel offers and vacation rentals: transcendencetheatre.org/hotels/

    • MacArthur Place Hotel & Spa — 15% off 

    • The Lodge at Sonoma — 15% off 

    • El Dorado Hotel — 10% off weekends + 20% off weekdays 

    • Sonoma Valley Escapes & Bungalows 313

    • Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa

SPECIAL OFFERS

  • 10% off Transcendence Theatre Company tickets with code VMMF26
  • $5 off Valley of the Moon Music Festival single tickets with code TTC2026
  • Receive 20% off a Bartholomew Estate Winery Oak Grove tasting and 20% off any wine purchases during the Cultural Weekend, Friday, Saturday and Sunday July 10, 11, 12. Guests simply need to show proof of ticket purchase for both the TTC show and VMMF concert on their phone to receive the discount.
  • Dinner Friday, Saturday and Sunday July 10, 11, 12; 5:30-8:30 PM, Santé at Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa: Complimentary corkage to anyone showing proof of ticket purchase for both the TTC and VMMF performances AND/OR free dessert with the purchase of 2 or more entrees. Guests simply need to show proof of ticket purchase for both the TTC show and VMMF concert on their phone to receive the discount. Reservations suggested OPENTABLE
  • Dinner Sunday July 12 5:30-9:00 PM, Layla at MacArthur Place: complimentary half bottle with the purchases of 2 entrees or a complimentary app with the purchase of 2 entrees. Guests simply need to show proof of ticket purchase for both the TTC show and VMMF concert on their phone to receive the discount.
    ● Curated Sonoma itineraries and hospitality recommendations.

ABOUT THE PARTNERS

About Transcendence Theatre Company

Transcendence Theatre Company celebrates its 15th anniversary season in 2026 and is California Wine Country’s award-winning Broadway experience, presenting Broadway Under the Stars and transformational arts programming in Sonoma. The 2026 Broadway Under the Stars season includes Ain’t Too Proud (June 12–28), Radio Recall (July 10–12), and Mamma Mia! (August 13–30). Press Kit.

 

About Valley of the Moon Music Festival

 

Valley of the Moon Music Festival celebrates its 12th season in 2026 and is Sonoma’s award-winning summer chamber music festival bringing together internationally acclaimed musicians performing on period instruments to create an authentic and immersive classical music experience. The 2026 season, Postcards from Dvořák, runs July 11–26. Press Kit.

Together, the organizations invite visitors to experience the very best of Sonoma through world-class classical music, Broadway entertainment, wine country hospitality, culture, and community.

The long-term vision is to establish The Perfect Sonoma Cultural Weekend as an annual summer tradition showcasing Sonoma Valley’s unique blend of arts, culture, hospitality, and wine country experiences.