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
November 27 Elks Recreation: Christmas In The Country Elks Recreation invites you to join our first Annual “Christmas in the Country” this Holiday season at the Elks Event Center. Join us as we celebrate the Annual “Christmas in the Country”, beginning Friday, November 27, 2020 and continuing through Sunday, January 3, 2021 from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM, at the Elks Rodeo Grounds […]
December 4 Old Orcutt's First Friday: December 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.
December 4 Santa Maria Fairpark: Festival of Lights and Jingle Mingle Holiday Market The Santa Maria Fairpark and the Santa Maria Fairpark Foundation will be hosting its inaugural Festival of Lights Holiday Event and second annual Jingle Mingle Holiday Market this year, along with Food trucks – fair themed of course – a live Mr. and Mrs. Claus, and thousands of lights. The Festival of Lights will be […]
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 Motorcycle Road Trip Along California’s Central Coast Calling all bikers! Pack the bags, grab the helmets and hit the open road. It’s the perfect time of year for a motorcycle road trip along Pacific Coast Highway 101 in California. This scenic stretch of road travels from southern California all the way up to Washington. And we may be biased, but we think […]
October 08 Fave Five for the Week of October 8-18 Fave Five | October 8 – 18 Practice social distancing and stay connected with the Santa Maria Valley #SantaMariaStyle! Every week, we’ll provide you with ways to enjoy the Santa Maria Valley by bringing the fun and the flavors to the comfort of your own home. PCPA: Quinn Mattfeld | Talkback Thursday Quinn Mattfeld is one of the finest actors […]
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 County, 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 Country is favored among vino connoisseurs. The unique geography of the Central Coast allows for multiple American Viticultural Areas (or AVAs) that are unique in geography, […]