Swirl Your Style Santa Maria Valley has a style all its own. The Swirl Machine finds your style. Swirl at your speed and let the fun spill over to create a one-of-a-kind piece of artwork to keep and share. Swirl and Splash
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
September 4 Old Orcutt's First Friday: September 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.
September 18 84th Annual Solvang Danish Days “Solvang Danish Days,” celebrates its 84th anniversary in 202- with a 3-day event weekend line-up, Friday through Sunday, September 18 through 20. Solvang Danish Days 2020 will once again provide attendees with a total Danish immersion experience while helping to preserve Solvang’s authentic Danish heritage Solvang Danish Days continues to expand upon its varied activities […]
September 19 2nd Annual Santa Barbara County Farm Day The 2nd Annual Santa Barbara County Farm Day will take place Saturday, September 19, in the Santa Maria Valley. On Farm Day, the public will have the opportunity to visit farms, ranches, wineries and nurseries to experience a day of agricultural activities and tours as well as meet the farmers who grow the food they […]
October 2 Old Orcutt's First Friday: October 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.
October 25 Santa Maria Open Streets 2020 Santa Maria Open Streets ¡Calles Vivas! is a free, safe and family-friendly event with NO motorized traffic from 11 AM till 5 PM approximately 1 mile long on Main Street from Broadway to Blosser. Designated streets come alive with adults and children engaging in fitness, art, music, dance and around 15 cultural activities. This is […]
July 31 California Agritourism in Santa Barbara County Wine Country: Discover Santa Maria Valley Santa Maria Valley is known for exquisite cool-climate wines and traditional Santa Maria Style barbecue. But there’s a new family-friendly activity that’s growing in popularity in the valley and across California: agritourism. Agritourism is the practice of traveling to visit farms and learn more about the way produce is grown. This trend has blossomed over […]
July 19 Explore the Great Outdoors in and around Santa Maria Valley Santa Maria Valley is the perfect home base for your next Central Coast getaway to Pismo, Avila and more. California’s temperate Central Coast provides an abundance of outdoor activities year-round, from hiking to cycling to birdwatching, and everything in between. The valley is home to 24 hiking trails, 15 beaches and endless miles of cycling […]
June 15 Let’s Get Back Together 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, […]
June 15 Don’t Miss the Top “Instagrammable” Moments in Santa Maria Valley Santa Maria Valley is the perfect backdrop for your next set of vacation snapshots. The valley’s vineyard-lined hillsides, panoramic vistas and cool Pacific coastline provide the ideal opportunity to explore all the Central Coast has to offer, stopping for a few photo-ops along the way. Read below for the best ways to experience endless outdoor […]
June 05 Pat the Plover Keeps a Bird’s Eye View on Wine Country The Western Snowy Plover may be a vulnerable bird on the Central Coast, but not Pat. While the Santa Maria Valley’s usual guests have been safely social distancing at home, Pat has spread his flappers and is keeping an eye on the vineyards, restaurants, beaches, and more while our residents and guests stay sheltered. Peel […]