Networking Mixer
2025-08-19 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | American Red Cross, 83 S. Stewart Street, Sonora, CA, 95370
Come mix with local business and community members, enjoy light refreshments, and a raffle. Chamber Mixers are a great way to meet and mingle with local business owners and community members. As always, your generous raffle prizes are appreciated!
Everyone Welcome — No need to be a Chamber member—just drop by, bring a friend, and if you can, bring
See the Mixer Schedule

September 2025 Board Meeting
2025-09-10 08:30 - 10:00 | Sonora Chamber of Commerce Office, 47 N. Washington St, Sonora, CA, 95370, United States
Regular Board Meetings are held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month in the Chamber offices. The public is welcome to attend the board meeting; however, individuals are kindly requested to contact the Board President in advance to schedule attendance.
All board meetings begin at 8:30 a.m., unless a change is posted on our website.
If you would like to attend a board meeting, please contact Katie Dunn at ​209-694-4008.

2nd Saturday Summer Concert with Penetrators Groove Band
2025-09-13 20:00 - 22:00 | Coffill Park, 120 S. Washington Street, Sonora, CA, 95370, United States
Join us for this FREE Concert in Coffill Park on Saturday after visiting the shops up and down Washington Street from 5pm to 8pm. No-host beverage service starts at 7:00 pm. Concert starts at 8:00pm.
Be sure to bring your chairs and dance shoes!
Thank You to Our 2nd Saturday Art Night Sponsor

Thank You to Our President’s Circle Sponsors

Hot, dry weather can be extremely dangerous. The Sonora Chamber of Commerce may cancel any event if we feel it to be dangerous to our artists, performers, musicians, and attendees. Notices will be posted our website and our Facebook and Instagram pages @sonorachamber in the event of a cancellation.

Networking Mixer at Black Oak Casino
2025-09-16 17:30 - 19:00 | Black Oak Casino Resort, 19400 Tuolumne Rd N, Tuolumne, CA, 95379, United States

2nd Annual Downtown Sonora Sidewalk Sale
2025-09-27 10:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Sonora, 1 Washington St, Sonora, CA, 95370
Join us for a full day of fun in Historic Downtown Sonora! Stroll up and down Washington Street to discover incredible sales, sidewalk specials, and unique finds from your favorite local shops and restaurants. Enjoy live music, pop-up events, and plenty of small-town charm. It’s the perfect way to spend a summer Saturday—don’t miss it!

October 2025 Board Meeting
2025-10-08 08:30 - 10:00 | Sonora Chamber of Commerce Office, 47 N. Washington St, Sonora, CA, 95370, United States

2nd Saturday Summer Concert with King Hippo
2025-10-11 20:00 - 22:00 | Coffill Park, 120 S. Washington Street, Sonora, CA, 95370, United States

Networking Mixer with McDonald's
2025-10-21 17:30 - 19:00 | McDonald’s, 1261 Mono Way, Sonora, 95370, United States
Join us in welcoming Irma Martel-Campos and Sergio Campos, the new owners of our three local McDonald’s locations. Come meet them and help us give them a warm Tuolumne County welcome!
Come mix with local business and community members, enjoy light refreshments, and a raffle. Chamber Mixers are a great way to meet and mingle with local business owners and community members. As always, your generous raffle prizes are appreciated!
Everyone Welcome — No need to be a Chamber member—just drop by, bring a friend, and if you can, bring
See the Mixer Schedule

Trick or Treat Street & Spookytown
2025-10-25 16:00 - 17:30 | Downtown Sonora, 1 Washington St, Sonora, CA, 95370
Get ready for a spooktacular afternoon of Halloween fun! Join us for Trick or Treat Street in Hallow-storic Downtown Sonora, where participating businesses will be handing out candy to all the little ghosts and goblins.

Be sure to also head over to Spookytown at Courthouse Park! Kids can enjoy a world of fun!

Bring the whole family for an afternoon of safe, spooky fun! Costumes encouraged!

November 2025 Board Meeting
2025-11-12 08:30 - 10:00 | Sonora Chamber of Commerce Office, 47 N. Washington St, Sonora, CA, 95370, United States

Lighting Ceremony of the Red Church and Downtown Sonora
2025-11-26 17:30 | Sonora Fire Museum, 125 N. Washington St., Sonora, 95370, United States
Join us at the Fire Museum to sing in the lighting of the St. James Episcopal Church (aka the Red Church), Christmas Tree Lane in Courthouse Park, and the shops along Washington Street.
Thank You to Our Lighting Ceremony Sponsor

42nd Annual Historic Downtown Sonora Christmas Parade
2025-11-28 18:00 - 22:00 | Downtown Sonora, 1 Washington St, Sonora, CA, 95370
🎄 Join us for the 42nd Annual Historic Downtown Sonora Christmas Parade! 🎄
Kick off the holiday season in true Sonora style at our beloved Christmas Parade! Join the community for an evening of lights, music, and festive fun as the streets of historic downtown Sonora come alive with holiday spirit.
Bring family and friends to see colorful floats, talented marching bands, and perhaps even a special appearance by Santa Claus himself! Bundle up, grab some hot cocoa, and enjoy all the magic of this treasured community tradition.
Don’t miss out on the joy and warmth that makes Sonora’s Christmas Parade so special. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Christmas Parade Transportation:
Buses start at 3:00pm in the Junction Parking lot at our TJ Maxx Bus Stop.
The drive from there to the intersection of Lyons St @ Stewart St is about 15-20 minutes and it will loop until the parade is over. Each stop should have pick-up every 15-20 minutes.

Holiday Community Mixer
2025-12-16 17:00 - 20:00 | Sonora Opera Hall, 250 S. Washington Street, Sonora, 95370, United States
You’re Invited to the Holiday Community Mixer!
Join us for a festive evening of holiday cheer at the Sonora Opera Hall, co-hosted by the Sonora Chamber of Commerce and Visit Tuolumne! FREE to attend!
Enjoy:

Light hors d’oeuvres
No-host beer & wine
Silent auction & raffle to support Christmas Town Sonora 2026

Special Highlight: We’ll announce the winners of the Holiday Window Decorating Contest! Awards include:

Mayor’s Choice
Sonora High School Leadership Program Choice
Voter’s Choice
Best Holiday Cheer
Best Holiday Lights

Christmas Tree Lane Non-Profit Winners Announced!
Voter’s Choice winners will be awarded $600 for 1st, $400 for 2nd, and $200 for 3rd places.
Bring your holiday spirit, celebrate our community, and support local festivities! We can’t wait to see you there.

March Networking Mixer at The Vintage Hideaway and Grand Opening Celebration
2026-03-17 17:30 - 19:00 | The Vintage Hideaway, 163 S. Washington St, Sonora, CA, 95370, United States

Getting Started with ChatGPT: Basic Use Cases & Safe Habits - Two Parts
2026-04-21 11:30 - 13:30 | Goodness Cafe, 1 S Washington St, Sonora, CA, 95370, United States

April Networking Mixer at The Bank of Stockton
2026-04-21 17:30 - 19:00 | Bank of Stockton, 549 S Washington St, Sonora, California (CA), 95370

2nd Saturday Art Night
2026-05-09 17:00 - 20:00, 2026-06-13 17:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-11 17:00 - 20:00, 2026-08-08 17:00 - 20:00, 2026-09-12 17:00 - 20:00, 2026-10-10 17:00 - 20:00 | Downtown Sonora, 1 Washington St, Sonora, CA, 95370
Celebrate with artists, musical acts, and delicious food and drink specials up and down Washington Street inside stores, bars, and eateries.
Look for the banners up and down Washington Street and stop in to meet our merchants that have so graciously opened their doors for 2nd Saturday Art Night.

Sonora All-American Soap Box Derby Information Day
2026-06-13 16:00 - 20:00 | Courthouse Square in Downtown Sonora, 2 Washington St, Sonora, CA, 95370
Families, future racers, and community members are invited to learn more about the exciting return of the Sonora All-American Soap Box Derby during a special Information Day on Saturday, June 13, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., held in conjunction with Downtown Sonora’s popular Second Saturday Art Night.
This free community event offers hands-on activities and an opportunity to experience the thrill of Soap Box Derby racing firsthand.
The Sonora Chamber and the City of Sonora will be on-site with both a Stock and Super Stock Soap Box Derby cars on display. Attendees will have the chance to get an up-close look at the official race cars, sit inside them, ask questions, and learn how local youth can participate in this nationally recognized racing program.
Adding to the fun, local Cub Scout Pack 513 will bring their Pinewood Derby race track for demonstrations and friendly competition. Pack 513 is proudly chartered by Twain Harte Rotary and offers an amazing program for youth ages 5-11. They provide opportunities for youth to build confidence, develop leadership skills, explore the outdoors, serve their community and make lasting friendships. Young visitors can also decorate their own Pinewood Derby car, courtesy of, and take part in a creative activity that combines art, engineering, and imagination.
“The Soap Box Derby is about much more than racing,” said Katie Dunn, Sonora Race Director. “It teaches sportsmanship, STEM skills, craftsmanship, perseverance, and community involvement. Our first Information Day is a great opportunity for families to discover what the program is all about and how their children can get involved.”
The Sonora All-American Soap Box Derby is open to youth ages 7–18 and provides participants the opportunity to build, race, and compete for a chance to advance to the All-American Soap Box Derby World Championship in Akron, Ohio. The winner of Sonora’s Local Race will automatically advance to the World Championship in Akron, Ohio in July of 2027!
Community members are encouraged to stop by during Second Saturday Art Night to meet organizers, explore the race cars, participate in activities, and learn how to become part of Sonora’s growing Soap Box Derby tradition.
For more information about the Sonora All-American Soap Box Derby, contact the Sonora Chamber of Commerce at (209) 694-4008 or info@sonorachamber.org.

June Networking Mixer and Ribbon Cutting at Cal-Waste Recovery Systems
2026-06-16 17:30 - 19:00 | Cal-Waste Recovery Systems, 328 W. Stockton Street, Sonora, CA, 95370, United States

Google My Business Workshop
2026-06-23 11:30 - 13:30 | Goodness Cafe, 1 S Washington St, Sonora, CA, 95370, United States
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Ready to put your business on the map?
Join us for a hands-on workshop to learn how to optimize your Google Business Profile, boost your visibility in local searches, and create immersive 3D virtual walkthroughs that help customers step inside before they ever walk through the door. Perfect for businesses looking to stand out on Google Maps and attract more customers.
Taught by David Nguyen of G Tour Photos
David Nguyen has 17 years of experience with Google Street View Virtual Tours and Google Business Profiles. Based in the Sacramento area, he has spent the past 12 years helping small businesses across Northern California with virtual tours, business photography, and profile management. He currently manages more than 1,000 Google Business Profiles for local businesses.

This workshop series is FREE, but you must RSVP.
Please note that lunch is not included, but attendees may purchase food.
See the menu and order ahead at goodnesscafe.com
Bring your laptop for hands-on learning
Tuesday, June 23 | 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Location: Goodness Cafe, 1 S Washington St, Sonora, CA 95370

Please note that lunch is not included, but attendees may purchase food.
See the menu and order ahead at goodnesscafe.com

Sonora Soap Box Derby Information Day
2026-07-18 14:00 - 16:00 | Sonora Opera Hall, 250 S. Washington Street, Sonora, 95370, United States
We are planning a second Information Day on Saturday July 18th at the Sonora Opera Hall, and are pleased to welcome experts from the NorCal Soap Box Derby organization. They will be available to answer questions about the race, what participants can expect on race day, race car kits, building requirements, safety guidelines, and more.
We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity to learn as much as possible and connect with experienced Soap Box Derby volunteers and race officials.
If you have questions you would like addressed during the July session, especially those that may require additional research or preparation, please send them to me in advance. This will help ensure we provide the most accurate and helpful information during the event.
“The Soap Box Derby is about much more than racing,” said Katie Dunn, Sonora Race Director. “It teaches sportsmanship, STEM skills, craftsmanship, perseverance, and community involvement. Our first Information Day is a great opportunity for families to discover what the program is all about and how their children can get involved.”
The Sonora Soap Box Derby is open to youth ages 7–18 and provides participants the opportunity to build, race, and compete for a chance to advance to the All-American Soap Box Derby World Championship in Akron, Ohio.
The 1st place winner in each division will automatically be eligible to participate in the World Championship races in Akron, Ohio. NorCal Soap Box Derby club will pay for the transportation of the cars to Ohio, but the families (or sponsors) will need to make travel arrangements for the racers. This is a week long event involving several activities and races.
For more information about the Sonora Soap Box Derby, contact the Sonora Chamber of Commerce at (209) 694-4008 or info@sonorachamber.org.

July Networking Mixer and at Sonora Masonic Lodge No. 887
2026-07-21 17:30 - 19:00 | Sonora Masonic Lodge No. 887, 16 S Washington St, Sonora, CA, 95370, United States

August Networking Mixer & 1st Anniversary Celebration at Bigwood Brew Works
2026-08-18 17:30 - 19:00 | Bigwood Brew Works, 28 S Washington Street,, Sonora, CA, 95370, United States

September Networking Mixer at AAA Sonora
2026-09-15 17:30 - 19:00 | AAA Sonora, 1071 Sanguinetti Rd, Sonora, CA, 95370, United States

3rd Annual Downtown Sonora Sidewalk Sale
2026-09-26 10:00 | Downtown Sonora, 1 Washington St, Sonora, CA, 95370
Spend a beautiful autumn day in the heart of Historic Downtown Sonora on Saturday, September 26th, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm for the 3rd Annual City of Sonora Downtown Sidewalk Sale!
Stroll along Washington Street and explore one-of-a-kind boutiques, specialty shops, and local businesses offering sidewalk specials, seasonal sales, exclusive deals, and unique treasures you won’t find anywhere else. Whether you’re searching for the perfect gift, updating your wardrobe, decorating your home, or simply enjoying a day of shopping, there’s something for everyone.
