Surf n’ Suds Beer Festival

Surf ‘N Suds, rated one of the country’s best beer festivals (proof below), returns to Ventura’s San Buenaventura State Beach. Live music, food trucks and over 60 craft breweries, ciders, seltzers, kombucha, and wineries on site. Decreed Plato; “He was a wise man who invented beer.” Nice touch, the Festival benefits The Young and Brave […]

Oktoberfest SLO

Oktoberfest SLO is an annual festival dedicated to celebrating German music, food and beer. This year’s event will be held at the iconic Madonna Inn Expo Center. Tickets are limited, so buy yours today!

Carmel-by-the-Sea’s Meet the Makers

The third annual Meet The Makers Art & Wine Walk takes place this fall to showcase local artists, viticulture and culinary artisans in Carmel-by-the-Sea on Saturday, Oct. 8 from 4 to 7 p.m. beginning at Devendorf Park. Meet the Makers invites visitors to participate in the immersive experience as they stroll through exhibits, sip on […]

Velocity International

Velocity Invitational, the motorsports and lifestyle event created by the team behind Sonoma Speed Festival, will host its 2022 event at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca. The event will include hundreds of rare and important historic race cars, fine wine, and gourmet food.

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 […]

Annual Vine to Wine Event

Celebrate harvest at the Annual Vine to Wine Event on 10/23 and discover one of California’s first premium wine producing regions. Santa Clara Valley is a hidden gem wine region nestled between the Santa Cruz Mountains and the Diablo Range offering a range of micro climates suited to dozens of wine varietals. Sample artfully crafted, […]

HOWL-O-Ween Dog Costume Contest 2022 at Ventura Harbor Village

Do you have a cute costume lined up for your pup? Take them seaside to Ventura Harbor Village on October 29th 2022 to show off and win prizes! A wonderful display of dogs (and owners) in creative and thematic costumes are invited to join the fun! Enter your pup in the fun and parade your […]

Kids Seaside Trick or Treat 2022

Remember to check back often for updates! Dress up the kids and navigate through the waterfront village with treat stops at participating Harbor boutiques and restaurants on Sunday, October 30 at Ventura Harbor Village!  It will be an afternoon full of Halloween sweets, face painting, fortune telling, and family fun! Please bring your own bag […]

Trick or Treat Downtown

Join in on the Halloween fun at this safe, family-friendly event! People and pets of all ages are welcome to come and enjoy family, children, and pet costume contests, hay maze, and of course, Trick or Treating! This event is free to attend and brought to you by the Downtown Business Improvement District.

Carmel’s Halloween Birthday Parade

Halloween is a special time of year in the village of Carmel-by-the-Sea. On October 31, 1916, the City of Carmel-by-the-Sea was founded, and the day has been celebrated annually since. This year, the village welcomes city dignitaries, costumed kids and beloved pets, residents and visitors alike to enjoy a City Birthday and Halloween Parade through […]

Taste of the Santa Ynez Valley

The four-day, six town celebration of food, wine, and more takes place across the unique towns of Solvang, Santa Ynez, Los Alamos, Los Olivos, Ballard, and Buellton. Among the many highlights of this popular annual event include curated wine tastings, chef-driven long table dinners, lunches and activities, and special events hosted by Sunset editors, all […]