Seriously Sweet

If there’s anything more satisfying than biting into a perfectly ripe, juicy strawberry, we have yet to find out what that is. And, thanks to our year-round growing season and cool, coastal climate, Santa Maria happens to be home to some of the ripest, juiciest, largest strawberries in the country. Plus, our strawberry fields are replanted annually—producing higher quality fruit with larger yields year after delicious year.

With more than 10 strawberry varieties grown in the valley, we distribute our berries worldwide—allowing tastebuds from all over the globe a bite of our home-grown goodness. For locals and visitors to our valley alike, the best place to find Santa Maria-grown strawberries is right here in our beautiful Valley, at roadside stops or weekly farmer’s markets.

Things to Do in Santa Maria Valley

Zaca Mesa

Located in the northernmost portion of Santa Ynez Valley within Santa Barbara County, in 1978, Zaca Mesa was the first to plant Syrah in Santa Barbara County and over the years they have learned that the grapes varieties indigenous to the Rhône valley of France prosper in its vineyard. Since 1997, they have focused on […]

Punch Bowl Lake Trail

This moderate, 1.6-mile, moderate loop trail is located on the Vandenberg Air Force Base near Lompoc. As the name suggests, this trail features a lake and gorgeous views. The trail also has camping spots and picnic tables.

Frame Gallery

Photoworks Frame Gallery specializes in unique custom framing designs; utilizing the finest materials available to enhance the display of your artwork.

Pioneer Park

A perfect spot for bird watching, the rustic setting of this 15-acre park offers a very large private picnic area that can accommodate groups up to 900 with shade from native oaks. A large barbecue area, pavilion, softball field, children’s playground, and horseshoe pits are also available.

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Featured Events

March 14

Great American Melodrama - Unnecessary Farce

March 14 – April 28 Two cops. Three crooks. Eight doors. Go! In a cheap motel room, an embezzling mayor meets with his female accountant. In the next room, two cops wait to catch the meeting on video. But there’s some confusion as to who’s in which room, who’s taken the money, and who’s hired the Scottish […]

March 29

Santa Maria Downtown Fridays

This family-friendly event for Santa Maria’s downtown will occur every Friday from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Town Center West parking lot near Broadway (Highway 135) and Cook Street, all the way to September 27th, weather permitting. Admission and parking are free. There will be live music from local bands, rows of food vendors, […]

April 10

Naughty Oak: Trivia Night

Test your knowledge on a plethora of subjects, from History to Literature, SpaceX to Pop Culture, Sports to Music. Lidos will be out front for Philly Cheese Steaks and other great eats! Gather your friends, start a team and come on out for trivia night! Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place! Pitchers are 15% […]

April 12

Naughty Oak: Different Strings and Valle Fresh Tacos

Different Strings is back and playing from 7 to 10. Valle Fresh always brings the best Tacos! Come eat from 5:30 to 8:30.

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Famous Santa Maria Strawberries

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