Fave Five | March 5 – 15

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.


Vino et Amicis: Live Music – Kevin Graybill

March 6 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Vino et Amicis
165 S. Broadway
Orcutt, CA 93455 United States

It’s First Friday! Come hang out with friends, great local wine, and the music of local musician, Kevin Graybill.


Chumash Casino Resort: The Beach Boys

March 6 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Chumash Casino Resort
3400 East Highway 246
Santa Ynez, CA 93460 United States

Settle in for a night of “Good Vibrations” as founding members of The Beach Boys perform a can’t-miss concert. The band’s distinctive surf-rock sound spurred more than 50 decades of singles and countless hits including “I Get Around,” “Barbara Ann,” “Kokomo” and “California Girls.” Come hear all the classics, plus songs off their latest album, “That’s Why God Made the Radio.”

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Los Flores Ranch: Guided Twilight Hike

March 7 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Los Flores Ranch Park
6271 Dominion Road
Santa Maria, CA 93455 United States

Take a Docent-led hike into the sunset and discover the magic of nature at night. Please arrive early to sign in. The hike starts at 5:00 pm sharp.2 Guided Hikes Offered: Moderate (Family Friendly with some incline) – 2 miles roundtrip. Advanced/Moderate (Inclines w/Steep Incline) – 4 miles roundtrip.

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Santa Maria Civic Theatre: The Red Velvet Cake War

March 13 @ 7:00 pm – March 29 @ 5:00 pm
Santa Maria Civic Theatre
1660 North McClelland Street
Santa Maria, CA 93456 United States

In this riotously funny Southern-fried comedy, the three Verdeen cousins—Gaynelle, Peaches, and Jimmie Wyvette—could not have picked a worse time to throw their family reunion. Their outrageous antics have delighted local gossips in the small town of Sweetgum (just down the road from Fayro) and the eyes of Texas are upon them, as their self-righteous Aunt LaMerle is quick to point out. But the cousins can’t back out of the reunion now.

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Costa De Oro: The Paisley Brothers – Rockin’ Good Times!

March 13 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Costa De Oro Winery
1331 Nicholson Avenue
Santa Maria, CA 93454 United States

Come enjoy live music, wine by the glass, bottle or tap! And now, $13 food plates. Come as you are and enjoy! The band takes the stage from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm.

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