Let's Get Together Again When you're up for it, we're ready to welcome you back. Whether for a getaway with the girls, family road trip, or an adventure with your partner, Santa Maria Valley will be here. You can cool down, fill up, and sip and swirl at your own pace. Relax and Reconnect
Pair Wine and Strawberries from Home As we practice social distancing in these uncertain times, there’s no better opportunity to order wine online from one of the region’s 34 winery tasting rooms, pick up a carton of berries, and enjoy a tasting experience worth staying inside for. Sip and Snack
New Flights to and from Santa Maria The Santa Maria Public Airport (SMX) and United Airlines announced new routes that will help connect Santa Maria and the entire Central Coast to three major travel hubs — Denver, Los Angeles and San Francisco. The daily, nonstop routes will begin operation in late 2020. All Aboard
December 17, 2020 PCPA Presents: Estella Scrooge Combining the excitement of live theatre with the magic of movies, this new musical fare is sure to become a holiday favorite for the whole family. The production features a cast of 24 award-winning Broadway notables and is the creation of John Caird (Les Misérables & Nicholas Nickleby) and Paul Gordon (Jane Eyre & Pride […]
January 22 The Great Santa Maria Takeout The Santa Maria Valley is starting 2021 with #SantaMariaStyle, chock-full of participation from local and loved restaurants, wineries and breweries for The Great Santa Maria Takeout! Each participating outlet will be offering highlighted specials kicking off on January 22nd and going until January 31st. Don’t forget to also join in on the Takeout Selfie […]
February 1 Old Orcutt's First Friday Come out and enjoy an evening in Old Orcutt. Merchants stay open late on the first Friday of the month. Drink, food, and shopping specials.
November 23 When is the Best Time to Visit Wine Country? One of the best parts about California’s Central Coast is the warm, temperate climate that allows us to enjoy all this region has to offer year-round. Here in Santa Barbara County wine country, fun and exciting events that are sure to please any wine-o’s palate happen throughout the year – from bud-break in the spring […]
October 26 Take a Weekend Motorcycle Trip Along California’s Central Coast Jump start the riding season with a California motorcycle trip along the Pacific Coast Highway 101. This scenic stretch of road travels from southern California all the way up to Washington. And we may be biased, but we think the California section is extra beautiful! Many people travel the highway from Los Angeles to San […]
October 04 Let’s Get Together Again in Santa Maria Valley We’re here for you, when you’re ready. The past few months have been an unknown territory for us all. With social distancing regulations in place, we’ve put plans with family and friends on hold. But as soon as you’re up for it, we’re ready to welcome you back. Whether for a getaway with the girls, […]
September 17 Get to know the 7 Wine-Growing Regions of Santa Barbara County Santa Barbara wine country, located along the beautiful, temperate, California Central Coast, is a world-renowned wine-growing region. Known for its cool, Mediterranean climate, transverse geography and Rhône varietals, Santa Barbara wine country is favored among vino connoisseurs. The unique geography of the Central Coast allows for multiple American Viticultural Areas (or AVAs) that are unique […]
August 26 Prepare for California Wine Month, #SantaMariaStyle Here in Santa Maria Valley wine country, September is our favorite month of the year – California Wine Month! All September long, we celebrate the fruits of the labors of winemakers across the state. From harvest to bottle, California Wine Month is all about indulging in delicious wines and learning more about the winemaking process. […]