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I live in Snoopy’s Home Town!

A black and white dawing of Snoopy and Woodstock on a wall.

Did you know that Charles Schulz, the creator of the famous comic strip Peanuts – featuring the world’s most famous beagle, Snoopy – called Santa Rosa home? For over 30 years he lived and worked right here in Santa Rosa. Having lived in Santa Rosa a few years now myself, it’s easy to understand why the cartoonist settled here. Plus it’s just fun to run into Snoopy and the Peanuts gang around town as I do errands!

Just an hour north of San Francisco, Santa Rosa is a charming city of approximately 180,000 residents, tucked in the heart of Sonoma County. Its central location offers easy access to world-class wineries, towering redwoods, and the dramatic Northern California coastline – all with the bonus of a mild, year-round climate. The best part? You’re likely to bump into Snoopy and the Peanuts gang! Read on to find out where.

Peanuts on Parade Statues

A boy outside standing next to a rainbow painted Snoopy statue.

A collection of 121 uniquely stylized Peanuts art installations celebrates Schulz’s beloved characters with larger-than-life sculptures of Snoopy, Charlie Brown, Woodstock, Lucy, and more Peanuts characters. Displayed throughout Sonoma County’s local businesses, parks, and neighborhoods, challenge yourself to visit them all! View the Peanut’s Statue Map here.

A boy standing next to a statue of Charlie Brown inside a mall.

Charles M. Schulz Museum

A visit to Santa Rosa wouldn’t be complete without exploring the museum dedicated to the creator of Snoopy and the beloved Peanuts gang. The Charles M. Schulz Museum offers an engaging look at Schulz’s life, artistic legacy, and the enduring impact of his work.

A 2-story sized mural of Lucy and Charlie Brown inside the Charles M. Schulz Museum.

The museum experience goes beyond the artwork itself. Guests can step inside a replica of Schulz’s studio, discover how cartooning evolved as an art form, enjoy screenings of Peanuts animated specials and documentaries, and even try creating their own cartoons in the hands-on Education Room. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or new to the world of Peanuts, the museum provides a fascinating introduction to the artist behind the iconic characters.

Location: 2301 Hardies Lane, Santa Rosa, CA 95403
https://schulzmuseum.org

A boy inside the museum viewing an animated cartoon strip inside a zoetrope.

Snoopy’s Home Ice

After you’ve seen everything in the museum, walk across the street to Snoopy’s Home Ice. Known also as the Redwood Empire Ice Arena, Snoopy’s Home Ice is a throw-back to another era; a charming alpine-style ice arena offering public skating, hockey, figure skating lessons, a skating school, and skating parties. Watch the skaters glide by while you enjoy a snack at the Warm Puppy Café, because happiness is a warm puppy.

Location: 1667 W Steele Ln, Santa Rosa, CA 95403

Warm Puppy Cafe sign mounted over a fireplace.

Snoopy’s Gallery & Gift Shop

A tower of Snoopy and Woodstock stuffed animals inside the gift shop.

Just next door to Snoopy’s Home Ice is the ultimate shopping experience. Shop all things Snoopy and Peanuts under one roof at Snoopy’s Gallery & Gift Shop.

Charles M. Schulz Airport

Bypass the busy San Francisco and Oakland international airports and fly direct into Santa Rosa’s very own airport, thCharles M. Schulz Sonoma County Airport (STS). Inside the terminals you’ll discover Peanuts characters welcoming travelers, directing to you restrooms, and amusing you while you wait to board.