Fave Five | May 18 – May 28

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.


Riverbench: 50th Anniversary Open House

May 20 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Riverbench Vineyard & Winery
6020 Foxen Canyon Rd.
Santa Maria, CA 93454 United States

2023 marks the 50th anniversary of Riverbench vineyard. The Riverbench team will be on hand to share our favorite wines with you, lead vineyard tours, and talk about the history of wine in the Santa Maria Valley. Of course, no good party is complete without live music and food.

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Santa Maria Civic Theatre: First Date

May 19 – 21 @ 7:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Santa Maria Civic Theatre
1660 N. McClelland St.
Santa Maria, CA 93454 United States

What does a person expect out of a blind date? The musical First Date takes the audience through the first meeting of Casey and Aaron, two 30-ish New York City singles set up by friends and family.

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Santa Maria Wine Trolley

May 20 – November 26 @ 10:30 am – 6:00 pm
Santa Maria Valley
Santa Maria, CA 93454 United States

The Wine Trolley is back! Hit the road and explore all you can do in and around Santa Maria Valley. You’ll find it’s the perfect home base, where you can eat, drink and do more for less. Explore Santa Maria’s local wineries and tasting rooms on the Santa Maria Valley Wine Trolley.

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Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes Center Presents: Las Cafeteras

May 20 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Guadalupe City Hall
918 Obispo St.
Guadalupe, CA 93434 United States

Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes Center in partnership with Viva el Arte de Santa Barbara will be hosting a free concert at Guadalupe City Hall! Featuring Las Cafeteras, this will sure to be an event that you won’t want to miss.


West Coast Kustoms Cruisin’ Nationals

May 26 – 28
Santa Maria Fairpark
927 S. Thornburg
Santa Maria, CA 93454 United States

Don’t Miss The West Coast Kustoms 2023 Cruisin’ Nationals! The event starts on Friday May 26th, 2022 with the world famous Friday night City Cruise! Then it moves to the Santa Maria Fairpark on Saturday and Sunday where there will be: Live music both days, Kustom Kulture Art Show, Model car show, Pin Striping Panel Jam and Party, and more!

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