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Wine Country Comedy Fest 2025

Arts and Entertainment

July 9, 2025

From: Wine Country Comedy Fest

Schedule:

Thursday, July 24, 2025

Buena Vista Winery In the heart of Sonoma 

Before there were vineyards in every valley north of San Francisco, before Napa and Sonoma were household names before there was a California wine world at all, there was Buena Vista. Founded in 1857, and spanning from Sonoma and into Napa, Buena Vista is California’s first premium winery, and its history is as colorful as it is proud. Today, the legend has been re-born under the vision of Jean-Charles Boisset. LEARN MORE

Vien Phommachanh

The Comic Doc
Yes, he is a real life doctor. Seriously. Dr.  Phommachanh is a practicing ear,  nose, and throat doctor in Sarasota,  FL. 
Vien headlines all over the United States and overseas.  He has participated in numerous comedy festivals including The Asheville Comedy Festival, World Comedy Expo, Clean Comedy Challenge, Main Event of the World Series of Comedy in Las Vegas, NV, North Carolina Comedy Festival, and Adelaide Fringe. Vien has also been seen in numerous commercial roles.  He also has a DryBar Comedy special under his belt.  Vien is currently touring with the Heroes Off Duty and White Collar Comedy Tours. 

Amanda Cohen

Originally from Chicago, Los Angeles-based comedian Amanda Cohen is an OG GenXer. With a keen sense of irony, she will make you reevaluate your preconceived notions about women of a particular age while yet being relatable to people of all ages. She performs at top-tier comedy clubs and universities across the country.  She studied improv at ComedySportz, The Annoyance Theater, and Second City Conservatory.  She hosts, showcases, and headlines all over the world.  

Solange Castro

Solange Castro is a Los Angeles-based writer, stand-up comic and playwright.  She is a regular performer at The Westside Comedy Theater, where she also teaches Stand-up Comedy 101. She was chosen as “Comic of the Week” on The Jackie & Laurie Show.  In the Fall of 2025 she will begin teaching “The American Art Form of Stand-up Comedy” at Yale University.  She has opened for long-time friend Maria Bamford and you might catch her as Maria’s friend “Solange” in the Netflix sitcom Lady Dynamite. Solange attended Yale University where she majored in English Literature.  

Things To Remember For The Show Experience: 

- Doors 6:00pm  / Showtime 7:00pm
- No entry after 7:00pm
- Complimentary parking on-site
- Outdoor event in the Champagne Cellar Courtyard
- Local guests please bring your comfy outdoor chair
- Chairs provided for traveling guests
- Wine by the bottle and glass available for purchase
- Oakville Cheese & Charcuterie plates available for purchase
- To go food/picnics ok to bring in
- Please no outside alcoholic beverages
- Service Dogs are allowed, please provide license. All other dogs are prohibited.
- No unapproved advertising, promotional materials, signs or posters
- Show is open to an audience 21+

Location: Buena Vista Winery's Champagne Cellar Fountain Courtyard, 18000 Old Winery Road, Sonoma, CA 95476

All Tickets Are General Admission:

One Night - $42

Get A Fest Pass! Save On Tickets + No Waiting In Line. 
2-Day Pass (Any Two Nights, You Choose) - $74
3-Day Pass (All Three Nights) - $105
{Note: Passes are transferrable to friends and family}

Friday, July 25, 2025

It's more than a bottle of wine.
It's family and community, social and environmental responsibility. Excellence. A never-ending pursuit to capture wine's beauty and reflect the land on which it is grown.

Their Philosophy
A family-owned and operated winery who sources all their fruit from their own vineyards, producing consistent, reliable, elegant wines that over-deliver.

JJ Barrows

JJ Barrows is a dynamic and multifaceted creative, celebrated for her work as a comedian, artist, and author. Known for her relatable humor and uplifting storytelling, JJ brings a unique blend of wit, heart, and authenticity to her performances and projects. As a comedian, she captivates audiences with her clever takes on life’s ups and downs, delivering comedy that is both laugh-out-loud funny and deeply relatable. JJ’s unique ability to turn personal experiences into comedic gold that is as insightful as it is hilarious makes her a standout voice in the world of stand-up. She headlines across the country and is a comedian not to be missed! 

Lisa Gilbert

San Diego-based comedian Lisa Gilbert's observational comedy is witty, and clever. Becoming a wife and mother late in life makes her comedy inspirational and an instant crowd favorite. She's a fun storyteller. Lisa is recognized as one of the "Best Of" at The World Famous Comedy Store and has a hit Dry Bar Comedy Special, All the Time Tired.  She has been featured at the Ladies Room Comedy Festival, the Cactus Comedy Classic, the World Series of Comedy, and the Big Pine Comedy Fest.  She was also a runner-up in the Funniest Housewives Comedy Competition and The Clean Comedy Challenge.  Lisa has tried her hand at acting and has been in two indie films, winning Best New Actress in the Palm Springs Coachella Valley Indie Film Awards.

Helen Chu

Helen Chu who was born in Beijing and raised in California draws her comedic inspiration from her mixed culture upbringing, working in the field of engineering as a boss lady, and also being a mom. She has performed in Paris, Vienna, Los Angeles, New York City, and is frequently seen at Cobbs Comedy Club and other top-tier comedy clubs in California. 

Things To Remember For The Show Experience: 

- Doors 6:00pm  / Showtime 7:00pm
- No entry after 7:00pm
- Complimentary parking on-site
- Outdoor event 
- Local guests : bring your comfy outdoor lawn chair!
- Traveling guests: chair will be provided
- Picnics welcome
- Wine available for purchase 
- Please no outside alcoholic beverages
- Service Dogs are allowed, please provide license. All other dogs are prohibited.
- No unapproved advertising, promotional materials, signs or posters
- Show is open to an audience 21+

Location: Balletto Vineyards, 5700 Occidental Road, Santa Rosa, CA

All Tickets Are General Admission:

One Night - $42

Get A Fest Pass! Save On Tickets + No Waiting In Line. 
2-Day Pass (Any Two Nights, You Choose) - $74
3-Day Pass (All Three Nights) - $105
{Note: Passes are transferrable to friends and family}

Saturday,  July 26, 2025

DeLoach Vineyards 

DeLoach Vineyards, located in the heart of Sonoma’s renowned Russian River Valley, is a pioneering producer of award-winning Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Zinfandel wines. The winery has 50 years of experience experimenting with the perfect combination of soil, rootstock, and clones, resulting in a history of producing high-quality, eco-friendly wines. In 2003, the Boisset family brought their sustainable winemaking experience from Burgundy, France, to California’s Russian River Valley and replanted their estate vineyards with cover crops to revitalize the soil.

Aiko Tanaka

Born in Tokyo, Japan, Aiko Tanaka is a stand-up comedian, actress and TV personality. She first appeared in the theatrical film The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift and was featured in the Justin Lin mockumentary film Finishing the Game. Aiko has been featured on The Jim Jeffries Show, Comedy Central and Stand-Up Asia! Live. Aiko has performed at every top comedy club and, most recently, she was a semi-finalist on Season 17 of America’s Got Talent.  Aiko is known for her quick wit and comedic timing!

Chase O'Donnell

Chase O’Donnell is an Los Angeles-based comedian, actress, and writer. She’s gained a loyal following as a fan favorite on notable podcasts including Dr. Drew After Dark and Where My Mom’s At, along with featuring for Christina P. across the US. Her most recent comedy special, People Pleaser, was received with praise and named one of the best YouTube specials of 2023 by the New York Times and NPR.  Chase has recently performed live at the Netflix Is a Joke Festival.  Chase appeared on the newest season of Curb Your Enthusiasm and continues to headline across the country. 

Merrill Davis

Merrill Davis is a Los Angeles-based comedian, actor, and writer. She was named  as one of the Time Out LA Comics to Watch.  Merrill also has a monthly show called Witch Hunt at The Comedy Store Hollywood. Her solo show, Merrill Means Well, premiered at Edinburgh Fringe Festival in Scotland to rave reviews and was written up in Chortle UK, Edinburgh Guide, and Time Out.  Merrill plays a recurring role in the podcast Valley Heat, which was featured in The New York Times, Vulture, and Time.  She was also featured in Another Period on Comedy Central and Hulu’s Coming to the Stage.

Things To Remember For The Show Experience: 

- Doors 6:00pm  / Showtime 7:00pm
- No entry after 7:00pm 
- Complimentary parking on-site
- Outdoor event 
- Local guests please bring your comfy outdoor chair
- Chairs provided for traveling guests
- Picnics ok! 
- Available for purchase:  wine by the bottle 
- Oakville Cheese & Charcuterie plates available for purchase
- Please no outside alcoholic beverages
- Service Dogs are allowed, please provide license. All other dogs are prohibited.
- No unapproved advertising, promotional materials, signs or posters
- Show is open to an audience 21+

Location: DeLoach Vineyards, 1791 Olivet Road Santa Rosa, CA 95401

All Tickets Are General Admission:

One Night - $42

Get A Fest Pass! Save On Tickets + No Waiting In Line. 
2-Day Pass (Any Two Nights, You Choose) - $74
3-Day Pass (All Three Nights) - $105
{Note: Passes are transferrable to friends and family} 

Date: 

July 24-26, 2025

Time:

Thursday, July 24, 2025 - 07:00 PM to 08:30 PM
Friday, July 25, 2025 - 07:00 PM to 08:30 PM
Saturday,  July 26, 2025 - 07:00 PM to 08:30 PM

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