Winery · Russian River Valley, Sonoma County
Only by reservation — Rodney Strong Vineyards offers picnicking as a booked experience or reserved table. Food comes from the winery; outside food isn't allowed. A wine purchase is part of the deal. Fee: Custom quote through Picnic Potential (styled picnic setup). Outside wine and alcohol aren't allowed.
Checked September 2026 from rodneystrong.comStated on the venue's own website
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Custom Picnic by Picnic Potential
A styled vineyard picnic set up by partner company Picnic Potential, with wine service and optional food, desserts, florals, tablescapes and seating.
Winery open Thu–Sun 10:30 AM–5 PM
Check availabilityPrices as listed when we checked; the booking page has current availability.
A terrace and lawn (the 'Green') beside the winery just south of Healdsburg, looking over estate vineyards; the green hosts the summer concert series.
Good for: Dogs · Families · Groups
A big, well-known Russian River Valley winery just south of Healdsburg. Outside food isn't allowed during normal hours, but you can book a styled picnic through its partner Picnic Potential or sip by the glass on the terrace.
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Stock up at a deli nearby, then picnic close by — a short, easy loop.
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Only by reservation — Rodney Strong Vineyards offers picnicking as a booked experience or reserved table. Food comes from the winery; outside food isn't allowed. A wine purchase is part of the deal. Fee: Custom quote through Picnic Potential (styled picnic setup). Outside wine and alcohol aren't allowed.
No. Rodney Strong Vineyards doesn't allow outside food, but you can buy food there: food provided through the Picnic Potential custom picnic service; wine by the glass on the Terrace.
No. Like most wineries, Rodney Strong Vineyards doesn't allow outside wine or alcohol — buy a bottle there to enjoy with your picnic.
Yes. Book ahead on their website. Parties of 7+ must reserve.
Custom quote through Picnic Potential (styled picnic setup).
Leashed dogs welcome on the Terrace and Green (not in the tasting room or at events).
Kids welcome with direct parental supervision.
We last checked this listing in September 2026 (freshest source: Official visit and FAQ pages current in 2026). Policies change — especially for groups and holidays — so confirm with Rodney Strong Vineyards before you go. How we verify.
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