SYV Pride Event

Gay pride will come out in Solvang June 25 when the city hosts the first Santa Ynez Valley Pride Event and Parade. Organizers Adriana Reyes of People Helping People and Golzar Meamar, CEO of SYV Pride. The event will include a festival, live band and/or DJ in Solvang Park’s gazebo, three or four food trucks, […]

Independence Day July 4th Fireworks

Independence Day July 4th Festivities Independence Day Parade, Festival & Fourth of July Fireworks in Solvang The parade starts at 11:00, followed by a BBQ at Solvang Park, and afternoon activities and evening fireworks at 9:00 p.m. at Old Mission Santa Ines.

West Coast Cub Fly-in

This event is not just for pilots – but also welcomes spectators. Visitors can walk among the aircraft, observe the flying events, and interact with the pilots. Among the popular events are pilot proficiency contests held on Saturday afternoon. 1801 N H St.

Mountain Men

Buckskin clad members of the American Mountain Men share mountain men history and skills. Cooking, hide preparation and tanning, leather working, rope making, and blacksmithing are among the skills that visitors may experience. Equipment will be on display and tall tales will surround the campfire. 10am - 4pm, La Purisima State Park

Judy Carmichael “Swing Time

Judy Carmichael is one of the world’s leading interpreters of stride and swing piano, whose talents have taken her all over the world, from Carnegie Hall to the Guggenheim Museum in Venice, Italy. Her high-energy program is a romp through the Great American Songbook. “Astounding, flawless and captivating.” New York Times judycarmichael.com, 7:30pm - 9pm, […]

Fourth Annual Santa Barbara County Farm Day – Meet All The Hands That Feed You

Santa Maria, Calif.--The fourth annual Santa Barbara County Farm Day is set for Saturday, September 17. It's the once-a-year opportunity to "meet all the hands that feed you." Visitors can use an online Farm Day Trail Map to build a custom itinerary to navigate between growers throughout the Santa Maria Valley. The public will experience […]

Central Coast Airfest

The Central Coast AirFest is back on October 15th and 16th for another action-packed weekend with military demos, vintage warbirds, aerobatics, and more! We are excited to bring back a high-energy airshow combined with an Octoberfest-themed beer garden, food trucks, and plenty of activities for the whole family. AirFest has proven to be a wonderful […]

Flying Goat Cellars Hosts Annual Winemaker Dinner at La Purisima Mission

Flying Goat Cellars will host its fifteenth annual Winemaker Dinner at La Purísima Mission on September 30, 2022. Winemaker Norm Yost partners with Chef Clark Staub of Full of Life Flatbread for an intimate dining experience in the romantic, rustic ambiance of the historic Franciscan mission. Guest will unwind in the mission garden as Winemaker Yost pours […]

Scarecrow Fest in Los Olivos

Don’t miss our Scarecrow Festival in Santa Ynez Valley! Walk around the charming town of Los Olivos to see all the scarecrows, and vote for your favorite. You’ll see scary ones, humorous ones, all-natural plus scarecrows that depict our businesses. Held each year from October 1-31.

Day in the Country

Los Olivos’ most highly acclaimed festival of the year, the popular Day in the Country is back! Join us for a weekend of fun with a Fun Run, small-town parade, 100 vendors, specials, food, live music, Wine & Beer deals, and everything you love about our small town. This special day is a wonderful opportunity […]

HARBOR & SEAFOOD FESTIVAL

One of Santa Barbara’s most beloved seaside events, the Santa Barbara Harbor & Seafood Festival, returns for another year of fresh catches and live entertainment on Oct. 15, 2022. Satisfy that seafood craving with dishes like mussel and shrimp paella, fish tacos, uni (sea urchin) straight out of the shell and more. Take home your […]