Chili Bowl is on Saturday, February 28th throughout the Center’s historic building. Lunch is offered in two seatings, 11:30 a.m., and 1:30 p.m., while the dinner seating begins at 5:00 p.m.

The Chili Bowl fundraiser is led by the members of the SCC Ceramics Department and all money raised goes to supporting all of the Center’s programs.

Purchased auction items will be available for pick up at the Sonoma Community Center after Monday, March 2, 2026. Buyer is responsible for any necessary shipping and handling fees.

For more than 70 years the Sonoma Community Center has provided enrichment opportunities for the residents of Sonoma Valley.

Our Visions is to be THE CENTER for diverse communities to connect, create, and thrive through renowned programming, experiences, and facilities.

Our Core Values are:

Community: Build a vital community resource through multicultural creativity and collaboration

● Innovation: Adapt to changing conditions, opportunities, and needs of the community.

● Creativity: Deliver opportunities for exploration and expression through arts and culture valued by the community.

● Inclusion: Foster a welcoming environment that is equitable, diverse, and accessible.

● Leadership: Cultivate effective leaders for positive community impact.

Chili Bowl Auction 2026

Welcome to Chili Bowl 2026 - our 16th event anniversary! With our online auction, you can participate in the Chili Bowl experience even if you can't attend the live event! (Click auction tab at the top to bid on items.)