Authors on the Plaza

Extending the Festival to Sonoma Valley Residents

Authors On The Plaza is an annual family-friendly free event that promises you will laugh, be moved, gain insight, and be entertained while you relax on the lawn under the towering trees of the eight-acre historic Sonoma Plaza.

Bring a picnic or purchase food and beverages from the many restaurants that border the square. Don’t forget a blanket or beach chairs. A small number of folding chairs will be available on a first-come-first-served basis for those who sitting on the ground is too difficult.

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Past Authors On The Plaza Speakers

Thank you to all past authors and speakers for bringing their craft to the Sonoma Community.

Community Impact


5,200 North Bay Residents have participated in Authors on the Plaza, our free, family-friendly, community event on the historic Sonoma town square.

4,600 books have been given free to the attendees

Authors on the Plaza is made possible by the gracious support of Cathy and Chuck Williamson. 

At the Sonoma Valley Authors Festival

Stimulating the minds and nurturing the souls of readers

Sonoma Valley Authors Festival is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, tax ID 84-4846165

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