4:00 pm
Doors open. Wine by the glass and bottle available. Mercantile open for holiday shopping.
Holiday evening in Kenwood
Kenwood Night of Lights
A free, community-forward winter gathering at Hamilton Family Wines in Kenwood.
Join us for a festive evening of soft lights, good wine, and neighborly warmth.
No tickets or reservations required. Wine and small bites available for purchase.
About Kenwood Night of Lights
Kenwood Night of Lights is a relaxed winter evening designed to bring locals and visitors
together at Hamilton Family Wines. Guests can enjoy wine by the glass or bottle and gather
for a lighting moment that brings a soft glow to our front vines and olive tree.
It’s an easy, family-friendly way to enjoy a little Sonoma magic,
good company, and Hamilton wines.
- Introduce new guests to Hamilton
A family-friendly way for locals and first-time visitors to finally step inside. - Wine and gift sales
Glasses, bottles, holiday bundles, and Mercantile finds available for purchase. - Strengthen community ties
Timed to complement nearby holiday events and create a full day in Kenwood. - Build a Hamilton tradition
A cozy, approachable holiday evening that will grow year over year.
Evening Schedule
5:15 pm
Lighting moment at the front vines and illuminated olive tree.
Sunset is approximately 4:50 pm.
6:30 pm
The evening winds down so guests can head to dinner or home, warmed up for the season.
What to Expect
Front Vines
Our main lighting moment and the most visible glow from Highway 12. Guests gather along
the front vines and around the illuminated olive tree for the lighting.
Tasting Room
A warm indoor hub for holiday bundles, wine service, a simple donation table for a local
cause, hot cocoa for kids, and cozy seating.
Back Patio
Overflow seating with soft lighting, blankets, and heat lamps to keep everyone comfortable
as the evening cools.
Food & Drink
Night of Lights is designed to be easy, relaxed, and flexible. Order as little or as much
as you like while you linger with friends and neighbors.
- Wine by the glass & bottle
Seasonal Hamilton wines available to enjoy on site or take home. - Pre-packaged charcuterie
Simple, ready-to-enjoy plates available for purchase. - Hot cocoa for kids
A kid-friendly cocoa station in the tasting room keeps little ones cozy.
A Full Holiday Day in Kenwood
Kenwood Night of Lights is thoughtfully timed to complement nearby winery events and create
a natural flow through the valley.
Chateau St. Jean Holiday Market
12:00–3:00 pm
A festive daytime market that warms up the area and brings visitors through Kenwood.
Landmark Vineyards Holiday Party
2:00–5:00 pm
Located just moments away. Guests can easily end their day with our evening lighting at Hamilton.
Together, these events make Hamilton’s Night of Lights the final, glowing stop
of a full holiday day in Kenwood.
Plan Your Visit
Hamilton Family Wines is located at 8860 Sonoma Highway in Kenwood, California.
Parking is available on site, and ride-shares are welcome.
No RSVP is needed – simply stop by between 4:00 and 6:30 pm and stay
for as long as you’d like.
Want a more structured tasting on another day?
View our Signature Tasting experience →