Santa Rosa's Festivities on 4th
Explore the heart of Santa Rosa this holiday season with our FREE Festivities on 4th Passport! Check in at participating businesses across Historic Railroad Square, Downtown Santa Rosa, Santa Rosa Plaza, and along 4th Street to earn points toward a collectible holiday prize.
Historic Railroad Square
Bring your friends and family to the 36th annual Railroad Square Holiday Horse & Carriage Rides! This free gift to the community from the Historic Railroad Square Association continues as a much-loved tradition in Santa Rosa's most charming historic shopping and dining district. Enjoy carolers and musicians, family pictures, activities for kids and tours of the Hotel La Rose’s magical trees. You're sure to catch the Holiday Spirit in Historic Railroad Square!
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Santa Rosa Plaza
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Santa will be at the Santa Rosa Plaza November 15th - December 24th. Enter the set for free and let him know what you want for Christmas. Want to capture the moment? Smile with Santa and purchase a photo package to cherish the moment. Reservations are not required for photos but are strongly encouraged.
Old Courthouse Square
Step into the holiday spirit with Winter Lights Skating on the Square, brought to you by Redwood Credit Union. Located in the heart of Downtown Santa Rosa, this festive synthetic ice rink lets you glide under the lights in a truly eco-friendly way, using no water or power! Perfect for skaters of all ages and skill levels, the zero-energy rink offers a smooth surface to enjoy, with skate helpers available for added support. Don’t miss this sustainable spin on winter fun—lace up, hit the "ice", and experience the joy of Skating on the Square!
Holiday shopping & treats
✨ Featured stops include (but not limited to):
🍳 Omelette Express
🎲 Goblin Bros. Games & Gear
🎁 Corrick's Stationery, Gallery & Gifts
🍹 La Rosa Tequileria & Grille
🍩 Johnny Doughnuts
🏨 Hyatt Regency Sonoma Wine Country
➕ MORE!
How to Play
Sign up for your Festivities on 4th Passport and save it to your phone home screen for easy access. Sign-up above
Participation is simple — Take your passport (phone) to each of the participating locations and check-in on-site to receive a points for completing activities. Collect 400 points to qualify for your Festivities on 4th prize—a holiday ornament!
Once you enable your passport, you will have until December 31 to check-in at all participating activities and locations and redeem your prize. All prizes are available while supplies last and available for pickup at the California Welcome Center — 9 4th Street — speak with a staff member to start your prize redemption process.
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