Fave Five | October 21 – October 31

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.


West Coast Kustoms 40th Annual Cruisin’ Nationals

October 22 – October 24
Santa Maria Fairpark
937 S. Thornburg St.
Santa Maria, CA 93458 United States

West Coast Kustoms returns on Friday Oct 22, 2021 with the world famous Friday night City Cruise in front of the Historic Santa Maria Inn on Broadway between Stowell and Cook St. from 7 pm to 9 pm. Then it move to the Santa Maria Fairpark on Saturday and Sunday where the show will have: Live music both days, Kustom Kulture Art Show,Model car show, Pin Striping Panel Jam and Party, All Kinds of Vendors, and an Automotive Swap Meet (Saturday and Sunday).

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Costa De Oro: Halloween Boogie Bash

October 22 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Costa De Oro Winery
1331 Nicholson Avenue
Santa Maria, CA 93454 United States

Join Costa de Oro for a spooky evening you won’t forget! Reservations are not required; this year’s Halloween Party is first come, first served. They will have a costume contest! A prize will be given out for best individual costume and best group costume. Food by Danny’s Pizza, and music by Sweet T & Mr. G.

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City of Santa Maria Recreation And Parks: Dia de los Muertos

October 24 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Veteran’s Memorial Cultural Building
313 West Tunnell St.
Santa Maria, CA 93458 United States

City of Santa Maria Recreation And Parks Department Presents: Dia de los Muertos! Celebration Includes: Live entertainment, Traditional Procession, Community Altar, Youth Activities, Food & Craft Vendors, and Individual Altars.

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Elks Recreation: Haunted Hills

October 28 @ 7:30 pm – October 30 @ 9:30 pm
Unocal Event Center
4040 US-101
Santa Maria, CA 93455 United States

The frightful drive-thru event, Haunted Hills, returns in 2021. You will embark on an over 2 mile journey through nightmarish visions from the safety and comfort of your own vehicle. Just keep an eye open, you never know who… or what… may jump at you!

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Santa Maria Civic Theatre: Movie Night – The Rocky Horror Picture Show

October 30 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Santa Maria Civic Theatre
1660 North McClelland Street
Santa Maria, CA 93456 United States

Come join SMCT as they have a special event of The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Come dressed up in costumes and be entered in their pre movie costume contest! Bring some movie props to have a fun night! Join us for snacks, food, and the time warp!

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