Experience Hat Day at the Fair!
Friday, August 14, 2026
Jockey Quarters Courtyard & the Paddock
We are headed back to the track.
Begin the afternoon on the paddock at an exclusive wine reception hosted by our premier wine sponsor, Dutton Estate Winery, before joining us at our newly unveiled venue — the Jockey Quarters Courtyard. Rich in racing history and reimagined for an elevated experience, this unique space once housed the racehorses and served as the private quarters where jockeys prepared for race day. Today, it sets the stage for an unforgettable afternoon of curated culinary stations, live auction, celebration, and support to our youth in agriculture
THE DETAILS: Join us at our exciting new venue!
The Jockey Quarters Courtyard and the Paddock.
THEME: Hats Around the World
DATE AND TIME: Friday, August 14, 2026 at 1:00 pm
ADDRESS: Sonoma County Fairgrounds, 1350 Bennett Valley Rd, Santa Rosa, CA 95404. Jockey Quarters Courtyard & the Paddock
WHAT TO EXPECT
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Dress is Wine Country Cocktail and a HAT is required!
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Live Auction & Fund-A-Need -- raise your paddle!
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Hat Competition with guest judges and really great prizes
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A GREAT TIME --It’s more than a great time—it’s the good feeling that comes from knowing you’re making an impact and changing lives while having fun at the fair.
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Join us at our new venue - Jockey Quarters Courtyard & the Paddock
We are headed back to the track. Begin the afternoon at an exclusive wine reception hosted by our premier wine sponsor, Dutton Estate Winery, before joining us at our newly unveiled venue — the Jockey Quarters Courtyard. Rich in racing history and reimagined for an elevated experience, this unique space once housed the racehorses and served as the private quarters where jockeys prepared for race day. Today, it sets the stage for an unforgettable afternoon of curated culinary stations, live auction, celebration, and support to our youth in agriculture.
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Live Auction & Fund-A-Need
Raise your paddle and join us for a lively Live Auction and Fund-A-Need. Bid on unique experiences, trips, wine and more! Join our community with the simple raise of your paddle -- we are igniting futures and changing lives for our youth in agriculture.
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Hat Competition
Don your best hat and join our fun Hat Competition. Our guest judges take on the task of finding "the most elegant, most creative, best fascinator" and more. Walk, strut or dance your way down the runway showcasing your best hat!