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During harvest, Sonoma County is covered in dazzling shades of gold and red as winemakers hand-pick their grapes. Here are some things to know about and do during harvest season in Sonoma County. Harvest happens from early September through mid-November in Sonoma County. Because Sonoma County boasts a Mediterranean-style environment, it’s a fruitful location for grapes, olives and other crops. Harvest season is best experienced when you lodge amongst the vineyards and farmlands of Sonoma County. From trendy hotels and cozy bed-and-breakfasts to luxurious resorts with vineyard views, there are many places to stay this harvest season. FARMERS’ MARKETS Sustainable agriculture is the foundation of Sonoma County. While exploring farmers’ markets is a year-round activity, it’s especially fun in the fall. From pumpkins and apples to cheese, vegetables and other fall produce, you can taste and buy a plethora of our local specialties. OLIVE OIL HARVEST Fall in Sonoma County is widely known for its abundant grape harvest. But, starting in November and running through February, is it’s lesser-known harvest–olive oil. There are a multitude of ways this crop is celebrated during harvest season. From tasting flights at Trattore Farms Winery and orchard strolls at McEvoy Ranch to complimentary tastings and special oil releases at various locations, there’s no end to how much you can experience the olive oil harvest in Sonoma County. PUMPKIN PATCHES Visiting a pumpkin patch is a staple fall activity. In Sonoma County, our crisp fall mornings and warm afternoons make it the perfect time for families to explore local pumpkin patches. Many family farms feature a variety of guords for Autumn and Halloween decorations. From kids’ fests to wine tastings and down-home farm experiences, there are some great pumpkin patches in Sonoma County. CRAB SEASON Along our coastline, Dungeness crab season runs from December through July. During the winter, you can expect to see crab festivals, families crabbing off the end of piers, and friends headed out on crabbing party boats on Bodega Bay. While on vacation, we recommend you book a crabbing charter crabbing charter, crab off the jetties at Doran Regional Park, or indulge in a variety of crab dishes at one of the area’s many seafood restaurants.
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