Channel Islands Harbor Parade of Lights

The Channel Islands Harbor will kick off the holidays with its 56th annual holiday Parade of Lights. The theme is “Let It Glow.” Entrants are asked to decorate their vessels based on the theme. The parade starts at 7 p.m.

3rd Annual Santa Parade!

Join Santa and friends as he cruises on the top of a vintage firetruck from Red Engine Rides, followed by a parade of classic and vintage cars from Monterey Touring Vehicles! We will be spreading holiday cheer all over the Monterey area, and stopping along the way for treats and photo opps with Santa for […]

Oxnard Santa to the Sea

Annual half marathon, 2 man relay & 5k fun run is a fundraiser to help raise money and to collect toys for underprivileged kids. This healthy and fun event runs through the famous strawberry fields of Oxnard, winds through the city and heads straight to the beach ending at the beautiful Marine Emporium Landing. Great […]

Ventura Harbor Village Parade of Lights 2022

Save the date! Ventura Harbor Parade of Lights is back Friday, December 16th and Saturday, December 17th. The 2022 theme is “Out of This World”! We anticipate fun boat décor to include twinkling stars, colorful planets – maybe even astronauts and aliens! Festivities will feature two nights of decorated boats and carnival fun. The boat […]

Santa Visits in Lompoc California

Invite Santa Claus for a visit to your hotel accommodations this holiday season! Book your visit with Santa ahead of time and enjoy a fun, intimate visit with the big man. 6:30 - 8:30 PM

Roaring into 2023

Toast to 2023 with all the glitz and glamour of the 1920’s at Portola Hotel & Spa’s Annual New Year's Eve celebration! The year-end event will include live music, dancing, a buffet dinner, an open bar, champagne toast, and more. The New Year's Eve merriment begins at 7pm on Saturday, December 31, 2022 for guests […]

Morro Bay Winter Bird Festival

The 2023 Morro Bay Winter Bird Festival will be January 13th - 16th.This yearly ecotourism event promoting an understanding and appreciation of birds and other wildlife and an awareness of environmental and conservation issues of the Central Coast, while contributing to the well-being of the Morro Bay community. Each year the Festival has grown to […]

Designing Recipes and Cookbooks – Free Workshop in the San Miguel Hog Canyon area

Bring ideas, family recipes, and your phone or tablet. We will talk recipe design, testing, cookbook preparation, and digital options. Let's explore complimentary flavors, measuring techniques, recipe formats, and apps available to create your digital or print recipe collection for you, friends, and family. This in-person workshop for ages 14-great grandparents is hands-on with a […]

Lompoc Valley Restaurant Week 2023

How about a whole week of fantastic food and wine adventures to really kick the new year off right? The 8th annual Lompoc Valley Restaurant Week offers foodies of all ages a seven-day celebration of libation and culinary creativity—all presented by Lompoc Valley restaurant owners. Attendees can enjoy a prix-fixe meal, a two-for-one dining option, and a special […]