Celebrating Christo and Jeanne-Claude’s Iconic 1976 24.5-mile-long 18-foot-high Art Installation
Date: Saturday, September 13, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: La Plaza Park, Cotati
Join us for a special celebration honoring Christo and Jeanne-Claude’s legendary “Running Fence” installation from 1976. This unique art and music festival brings together the community to commemorate one of the most iconic environmental art pieces in Sonoma County history.
Live Music Performances throughout the day
Art Exhibitions and installations inspired by Christo and Jeanne-Claude’s work
Vendor Booths featuring local artisans and craftspeople
Food and Beverage vendors
- Community Memory Sharing – Bring your photos and stories from the original 1976 Running Fence
- Learn about next year’s 50th Anniversary Marathon planned for the Running Fence route
- September Running Fence Run Challenge – Register for a run to the start of the Running Fence for a commemorative t-shirt and support fundraising for the 2026 marathon. Sign up today at: https://runsignup.com/Race/CA/Cotati/RunningFenceRun5KChallenge
Calling All Running Fence Fans!
Were you there in 1976? Do you have memories, photos, or stories about experiencing the Running Fence? We invite all fans of Christo and Jeanne-Claude to share their experiences and connect with fellow art enthusiasts. Learn about exciting plans for a commemorative 50th anniversary marathon that will follow the original fence route.
Craft and vendor booths still available! Contact sponsorship@empirerunners.org to sign up!
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La Plaza Park
Old Redwood Hwy & W Sierra Ave
- Cotati