Fave Five | December 16 – December 26

From local theater and museum exhibits to outdoor concerts and wine tasting, there is so much to see, do, taste and experience in Santa Maria Valley. Every week, we’ll continue to provide you with 5 great events happening in the Santa Maria Valley.


Cottonwood Canyon Winery: Christmas in the Caves

December 18 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Cottonwood Canyon Winery
3940 Dominion Rd.
Santa Maria, CA 93454 United States

This winter season we are happy to be hosting you for a time of wining and dining. Join us for Christmas in the Caves dawning your ugliest Christmas sweater, you don’t want to miss out! While hosting and serving our guests with some of our most superb wine you will also be catered by Rosa’s Italian restaurant! All the while, listening to live music from the compelling and talented Timothy Metcalfe. What a great way to usher in the holidays by spending it in the Caves!

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Naughty Oak’s 5th Anniversary!

December 18 @ 7:00PM – 9:00PM
Naughty Oak Brewing Company
165 S. Broadway, Ste. 102
Orcutt, CA 93455

Naughty Oak is turning 5!! Show up in your ugly Christmas sweater and celebrate with them! They’ll have live music at the taproom by The Kicks, awesome eats from Miches Wey, the new Cellar Series Anniversary beer, and some complimentary treats, while they last! Cheers!

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Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes Center: Holiday Hike to Point Sal Trailhead

December 19 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Point Sal Beach State Park
Brown Road
Guadalupe, CA 93434 United States

Join the Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes Center on December 19, as Dunes Center Community Hike Leader, Ray Segovia leads a hike to the ridge overlooking Point Sal. Beautiful wildlife, flora, and stunning views of the northern Santa Barbara coastline await those that attend. This will be a dog-friendly hike, please feel free to bring along your furry friend.

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The Homestead: Jeff Elliot

December 19 @ 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
The Homestead
105 W. Clark Ave.
Orcutt, CA 93455 United States

Jeff Elliot grew up playing professionally at least those two loves: jazz trumpet and rock everything. Over the years, he has blended those genres into his own styles, passions, and beliefs about music. Come enjoy some live music on the patio this Sunday 12/19 from 12 – 3 pm!

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Live Music at Zaca Mesa

December 19 @ 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Zaca Mesa
6905 Foxen Canyon Rd.
Los Olivos, CA 93441 United States

Let’s spend the holiday season together in our slice of wine country heaven! Listen to the live melodies of Chris Beland while delighting in a flight of our highly-rated, handcrafted wines. Not to mention, we will also be pouring our exclusive Library Flight, only served for a limited time in December!

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