SOFA’s Winterblast Festival

The SOFA Parade (South of A) tools down South A Street in Santa Rosa, Saturday Nov. 13, 2010 as part of Winterblast! The event celebrates an eclectic art community that occupies a section of buildings adjacent to Juilliard Park. (Kent Porter / Press Democrat)

Kicking off the season with a spirit of flair, SOFA (South of A) Arts District is hosting their annual Winterblast celebration on Saturday, November 17 from 5-8 p.m.

As in the past, this year’s popular event includes the ever lively SOFA Parade, featuring a barrage of sofas, street performers, and even visitors to the event who come in costume.

Along with the parade, the evening is a festive affair with music to dance to, open art galleries and studios, local food vendors, a Kids Zone, and more.  The festival is open to those of all ages, and is free to attend.

The SOFA Arts District is located near Julliard Park at the intersection of South A Street and Sebastopol Ave in downtown Santa Rosa.  For more information, visit sofasantarosa.com.