Join SSU at Rohnert Park’s Founder’s Day Festival & Parade - Sept. 26
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 9:44amTO: Campus Community
FR: Jeff Keating, Associate Vice President, Strategic Communications
Sonoma State University is proud to join our neighbors in celebrating the city of Rohnert Park’s Founder’s Day Festival and Parade on Saturday, September 26.
As an important part of the Rohnert Park community for more than 60 years, Sonoma State is excited to participate in this community tradition and show our Seawolf spirit alongside local residents, businesses, organizations, and community partners.
SAVE THE DATE: We invite SSU students, faculty, staff, alumni, and their friends and families to join the Sonoma State contingent in the Founder’s Day Parade on Saturday, September 26. Wear your SSU blue and gear and help us proudly represent Sonoma State as we celebrate alongside our Rohnert Park neighbors.
Following the parade, we encourage you to enjoy the Founder’s Day Festival, featuring activities, entertainment, food, and opportunities to connect with the broader community.
Interested in joining the SSU contingent? Please complete this interest form to let us know you want to participate. Additional parade line-up, timing, and day-of details will be shared with registered participants as the event approaches.
Our participation in Founder’s Day is another opportunity to strengthen the connection between Sonoma State and the greater Rohnert Park community. We hope you’ll join us on September 26 to celebrate together and enjoy this local tradition.