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The gently rolling hills are covered with green, and bright yellow blossoms of mustard fill the meadows and vineyards in Sonoma County. Winter is here, mild and beautiful, and filled with the region’s year-round bounty and abundance.

Plans are underway for a new vintage car race, a unique museum has a new home, a winery offers an exclusive cave tasting, and multiple new restaurants and eateries serve up local delights.

Here’s a quick overview of what’s new in Sonoma County in February 2019.


EVENTS

Sonoma Speed Festival debuts at Sonoma Raceway, May 30-June 2
Relive the golden days of car racing with an extraordinary group of historic vintage vehicles at the inaugural Sonoma Speed Festival May 30 to June 2, 2019, at Sonoma Raceway, in eastern Sonoma County.

Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the track formerly known as Sears Point with flat-out wheel-to-wheel racing around the sweeping hills and curves of this classic Wine Country circuit. The layout allows viewers to observe almost the entire racetrack from several scenic vantage points. Each car is accepted to participate based on its authenticity, race provenance, and historical accuracy.

Racing cars from the Brass Era through current day machines, vintage dragsters, concepts, prototypes, and other special displays will be on hand all weekend long. Historic and cultural exhibits in the paddock will showcase an “evolution in speed.” Food, wine, beer, and coffee options from spectacular local restaurants will be available in the food park.