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JAN 1 – OCT 31 MONTEREY:  Old Fisherman’s Wharf is pleased to announce a special milestone: its 180th anniversary and will celebrate with a variety of special promotions and events […]

MAY 8-11 PARKFIELD:  Celebrate the 25th Annual Parkfield Bluegrass Festival On Mother’s Day Weekend An unforgettable weekend of music at the Parkfield Bluegrass Festival! Every Mother’s Day weekend, the tiny […]

FELTON – Treat MOM to something memorable on her special day with a beautiful Mother’s Day train ride through the towering Redwoods. Hallcrest Vineyards will be pouring their local wines […]

SANTA CRUZ:  Show Mom you’re thinking of her! Head to Lighthouse Point on West Cliff Drive to find artisan goods, specialty food and music, and something for everyone! Enjoy shopping […]

SANTA BARBARA – You’re invited to special evening with James Taylor & His All-Star Band as they take the stage at the iconic Santa Barbara Bowl for two nights! As […]

MAY 14-27 VENTURA:  Ahoy, mates! Drop anchor at Ventura Harbor Village this May and climb aboard the Tall Ship Mystic Whaler, a seafaring beauty making waves along the California coast. […]

SANTA CRUZ:  Check out the UC Santa Cruz Arts division at this salon-style gathering presenting the work of UCSC’s Digital Arts and New Media Department.

MAY 16 – MAY 18 CARMEL:  This will be the 32nd anniversary of the Carmel Art Festival, held in Carmel-by-the-Sea since 1993. 60 plein air artists, a veritable list of […]

MAY 17 – 18 VENTURA:  The highly-anticipated California Strawberry Festival returns in 2025. Get ready to indulge in everything strawberry including beverages, eats, and live entertainment. Mark your calendars and join […]

SANTA CRUZ:  The first ever VDubs in the Village is open to the public for everyone to come spend the day in Capitola Village and check out some beautiful vintage […]

CAMARILLO:  This unique cultural event promotes the rich heritage of our area by highlighting the colorful Mexican rebozo (shawl) as the theme. Come experience a full day of delicious food, […]

SANTA CRUZ:  Presenting the Downtown Santa Cruz Spring Wine Walk 2025! Enjoy the heart of the Central Coast and taste great wines from the Santa Cruz Mountains and beyond. Enjoy […]

MAY 23-25 PARKFIELD:  Experience Authentic Cowboy Culture at the Parkfield Ranch Rodeo! Every Memorial Day Weekend, the historic town of Parkfield, California—home to just 18 people—hosts the Parkfield Ranch Rodeo, […]

MAY 24 – MAY 26 FELTON:  This Memorial Weekend, take the Redwood Forest Steam Train up to Bear Mountain and return. Enjoy family-friendly activities in the town of Roaring Camp.

MAY 24 – MAY 26 SANTA BARBARA:  Madonnari, or street painters, transform the Mission plaza using pastels on pavement to create 150 vibrant and colorful, large-scale images. The Santa Barbara […]

SANTA CRUZ:  This month’s nature hike at Loch Lomond Recreation Area will feature noted botanist Andy Werner, who will discuss native plant species found in the Newell Creek watershed. In […]

MAY 31 – JUN 1 FELTON:  The annual Redwood Mountain Faire brings together a wide range of music styles on two stages. The Faire benefits nonprofit and service organizations and […]

SOLVANG The City of Solvang, Elverhøj Museum of History and Art, and World Wide Motion Pictures Corporation are hosting an exclusive screening of award-winning Danish film, The Kiss, on Saturday, […]

CAMARILLO:  Join the Casa Pacifica Angels on the grounds of CSU Channel Islands at this all-inclusive festival as you sip on high-end wines and craft brews, and taste delicious treats […]

SANTA PAULA – Admission to the Santa Paula Art Museum is free for everyone on the first Sunday of every month. Enjoy the Museum’s current exhibitions for free from 12:00 […]

JUN 12 – JUN 26 CARMEL:  The Carmel Bach Festival invites you to experience the joy of classical music. Enjoy exciting orchestra and chorale concerts, chamber music recitals, free pre-concert […]

JUNE 14  SOLVANG Produced by Santa Ynez Valley nonprofit, SYV Pride, the 2025 edition of SYV Pride month begins Sunday, June 1, with an event line-up to include multiple winery- […]

FELTON – Salute DAD on Father’s Day by treating him to a ride on the Redwood Forest Steam Train or the Santa Cruz Beach Train and lunch. In addition, enjoy […]

JUNE 15 OXNARD:  Ventura County residents and visitors seeking a premiere car show on Father’s Day have to look no further than the Channel Islands Harbor. The event features an […]

JUN 17 – JUN 20 SALINAS:  The California Rodeo Salinas is one of the top 10 professional rodeos in the US out of over 600 and the largest rodeo in […]

JUN 20-22 VENTURA:  The Ventura County Greek Festival is one of the longest-running cultural festivals in Ventura County, attracting thousands of guests who attend to celebrate Greek culture through food, […]

FELTON – Get ready to step on board the Circus Bubble Train. Zillions of bubbles will float through the air as you travel down the tracks through the Redwood Forest. […]

JUN 26-29 LOMPOC:  Lompoc’s home-town tradition its annual Flower Festival June 26-29, 2005, from 11 AM to dusk, celebrates the valley’s agricultural heritage with floats, marching bands, equestrian units, drill […]

JUN 27-29 SAN BENITO:  The San Benito County Saddle Horse Show and Rodeo displays our county’s early Spanish heritage along with activities and skills from present-day ranch life. This old-time […]

SANTA BARBARA – Come celebrate the Santa Barbara Lavender Festival! The Santa Barbara Lavender Festival is an arts and crafts festival that focuses and celebrates creativity through the artistic expression […]

FELTON – This 4th of July, take either the Redwood Forest Steam Train or the Santa Cruz Beach Train. Join us in the Town of Roaring Camp for family-friendly activities […]

FELTON – Treat yourself to an evening of fun and relaxation at Roaring Camp’s Moonlight Steam Train Dinner Party. Start with a hearty BBQ dinner followed by a leisurely train […]

SANTA PAULA – Admission to the Santa Paula Art Museum is free for everyone on the first Sunday of every month. Enjoy the Museum’s current exhibitions for free from 12:00 […]

JULY 19  FELTON – Evening train and dinner excursion from the beach to the Redwoods. Upon arrival, a delicious barbecue dinner and live music awaits you.

FELTON – Roaring Camp presents the 5th Annual Brewgrass Festival. Enjoy Bluegrass music, brews from local breweries and food from popular local food trucks. Back this year – VIP Brewgrass […]

SANTA PAULA – Admission to the Santa Paula Art Museum is free for everyone on the first Sunday of every month. Enjoy the Museum’s current exhibitions for free from 12:00 […]

JULY 19  FELTON – Evening train and dinner excursion from the beach to the Redwoods. Upon arrival, a delicious barbecue dinner and live music awaits you.

FELTON – Nationally recognized Pit-Masters and local gill gurus alike battle it out for cash prizes, trophies and the honor of having their secret recipes voted Best BBQ and the […]

FELTON – The California Blacksmith Association Presents the 8th Annual Hammer-In at Roaring Camp Railroads. Watch demonstrators push the boundaries of hot metal, bring ancient techniques to life and share […]

JULY 16-17 CAMARILLO:  Get ready to fly high at Wings Over Camarillo, the leading air show on California’s Central Coast! This fun-filled, entertaining event is fit for people of all […]