Old Fisherman’s Wharf 180th Anniversary & Ode to Calamari Contest
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 […]
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Parkfield Bluegrass Festival
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 […]
Mother’s Day Brunch
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 […]
West Cliff Drive: Mother’s Day Outdoor Market
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 […]
An Evening with James Taylor & His All-Star Band
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 […]
Adventure with the Tall Ship Mystic Whaler At Ventura Harbor Village
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. […]
UCSC: Sesnon Salons – Digital Arts and New Media
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.
Carmel Art Festival
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 […]
California Strawberry Festival
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 […]
Capitola Village: VDubs in the Village
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 […]
21st Annual Rebozo Festival
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, […]
Downtown Santa Cruz: Spring Wine Walk
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 […]
Parkfield Ranch Rodeo
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, […]
Memorial Weekend with Roaring Camp Railroad
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.
I Madonnari Italian Street Painting Festival
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 […]
Loch Lomond: Newell Creek Flora Loch Walk
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 […]
Redwood Mountain Faire
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 […]
Danish Film Screening & Reception: “The Kiss”
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, […]
32nd Annual Casa Pacifica Angels Wine, Food & Brew Festival
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 […]
Free Admission Day – Santa Paula Art Museum
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 […]
Carmel Bach Festival
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 […]
SYV Pride Parade and Festival
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- […]
Father’s Day BBQ
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 […]
Father’s Day Car Show at The Channel Islands Harbor
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 […]
California Rodeo Salinas
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 […]
Ventura County Greek Festival
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, […]
Bubble Bonanza
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. […]
72nd Annual Lompoc Flower Festival In Lompoc
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 […]
San Benito County Saddle Horse Show and Rodeo
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 Lavender Festival
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 […]
4th Of July with Roaring Camp Railroad
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 […]
Moonlight Dinner Party
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 […]
Free Admission Day – Santa Paula Art Museum
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 […]
Santa Cruz Starlight Evening Dinner Party
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.
5th Annual Brewgrass Festival
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 […]
Free Admission Day – Santa Paula Art Museum
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 […]