Fave Five | September 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.

Naughty Oak: Rising Son + Feed My Seoul
September 6 @ 5:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Naughty Oak Brewing Company
165 S. Broadway, Ste. 102
Orcutt, CA 93455
California rooted reggae band, Rising Son, stands out with sweet & original vocals, driving bass lines, heavy drums, dubbing rhythm guitars, stylish keys & wailing percussion. Rising Son plays from 7-10 pm.
Alongside Rising Son, Feed My Seoul will be serving up their amazing Korean/Japanese inspired BBQ from 5:30-8:30 pm.
Cottonwood Canyon: Damon Castillo Band
September 7 @ 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Cottonwood Canyon Winery
3940 Dominion Rd.
Santa Maria, CA 93454
Join Cottonwood Canyon to enjoy a band full of dreams and great music! $10 per person. Food will be available for purchase by Big Food Trucks. Free admission to kids 16 and under!
FOXEN Second Sundays – Live Music and Food Truck
September 1 @ 11:30 am – 3:30 pm
FOXEN
7600 Foxen Canyon Road
Santa Maria, CA 93454
Every second Sunday of every month, FOXEN has live music and a food truck on property from 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm. This Second Sunday will feature live music by Different Strings, and Geary Deli will be serving up some delicious Santa Maria style BBQ available for purchase.

17th Annual Santa Maria A’s All Ford Car Show and Swap Meet
September 14 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Orcutt Union Plaza
235 S. Broadway
Orcutt, CA 93455
The 17th Annual Car Show and Swap meet is open to all cars born a Ford. This year we are celebrating the 80th birthday of the Mercury. The show will feature street rods, customs, originals and touring cars. Last year we had 200 entries. Trophies, 50/50, A Big Raffle, and a wonderful venue are just some of the reasons to attend. The Swap Meet starts at 7 am. The Car Show starts at 9 a.m.
2019 Fiesta Car Show
September 14 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Santa Maria Four Square Church
709 N. Curryer St.
Santa Maria, CA 93458 United States
The Fiesta Car Show has grown to become a family-friendly, community favorite. Located in the heart of Santa Maria, this event is known for incredible custom trophies, generous goodie bags, great food, and a free Kids Zone — a huge area filled with bounce-houses and fun activities. And this year we’re adding dash plaques for every entry!
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