Chaminade Resort & Spa: Harvest Moon Dinner

Esteemed Professor Raja Chair of Department of Astronomy & Astrophysics from UCSC will lead guests through an interactive experience with telescope viewing and a discussion on the different names for the moon. The discussion will be paired with a 3-course wine dinner crafted by Executive Chef Avram Samuels.

Solvang Farmer Pumpkin Patch

Joining Solvang’s line-up of fall festivities is the Solvang Farmer Pumpkin Patch, a family-owned and operated agricultural adventure which will be open daily, late-September through October 31, 2023 (10:00 AM to 6:00 PM). This year’s “Patch” will include pumpkins weighing from 1/2 lb. up to 600 lbs., as well as a 14-acre corn maze, which […]

Roaring Camp Railroads: Moonlight Train Dinner Party

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 ride aboard vintage railway cars.

Santa Cruz Wharf: T Birds on the Wharf

Check out the Classic, Vintage and Retro Thunderbirds on display then stick around to enjoy fabulous shopping and/or grab a bite at one of the many fine local eateries with the best views in Santa Cruz!

EV Car Show At Ventura Harbor Village

Come & meet local EV owners and enthusiasts to check out the cars and newest models at the EV Car Show at Ventura Harbor Village on October 1, 2023 Displays, information and ideas shared! Nissan Leaf, VW ID.4, Tesla Model 5,3,X, Y, Chevy Bolt & Volt, Hyundai Ioniq6, Kia EV6, Rivian RIT, Ford Lighting, Lucid […]

SYV Scarecrow Fest

Solvang will welcome the season in true fall style as the village kicks off the 14th Annual Solvang Scarecrow Fest and Contest on Sunday, October 1, 2023. During the month-long Scarecrow Fest, which concludes on Halloween (Tuesday, October 31), Solvang businesses and organizations will participate in the contest by featuring a scarecrow of their own […]

32nd Annual Central Coast British Car Club Show

This show is open to all British Cars and is free for spectators. With an average of around 125 British cars there are a lot of beautiful cars to enjoy. The show is always a great time so plan on coming out and making a day of it. There will be food trucks, vendors, a […]

Taste of Carmel

Carmel-by-the-Sea invites foodies and wine lovers to Taste of Carmel, the premier culinary and wine event of the year. The spectacular evening will feature 50 local restaurants and wineries, live music, and a silent auction in the historic Carmel Mission courtyard. Attendees can plan to attend Taste of Carmel and then stay overnight to explore […]

1st Annual Viking Charities Classic Car Show

1st Annual Viking Charities Classic Car Show Weekend Three days of classic (pre-1990) cars and motor vehicle-oriented activities. Events kick off Friday 10/6 with a fund-raising dinner at the unique Mendenhall’s Motor Museum of Gasoline Pumps and Petroliana in Buellton. Saturday 10/7 an admission-free classic car show in the beautiful 'Danish Capital of America,' Solvang, […]

Fall fun with fuzzy guests of honor at the Morgan Hill Tarantula Fest

Get ready to wiggle alongside some eight-legged rockstars – yes, tarantulas! The Coe Park Tarantula Fest happens on October 7 at Henry W. Coe State Park’s headquarters campground and is free for nature lovers of all ages. Take a laid-back promenade to spot these hairy celebs strutting their stuff, and scope out local bird and […]

Roaring Camp Railroads: 4th Annual Brewgrass Festival

Roaring Camp presents the 4th Annual Brewgrass Festival featuring local breweries, music from favorite bluegrass artists, and food from our popular local food trucks. Back this year- VIP Brewgrass Tasting Train roundtrip from Santa Cruz to Roaring Camp. Line-up Info Coming Soon

Roaring Camp: Harvest Faire

Welcome Fall with the Harvest Faire at Roaring Camp! Take the Redwood Forest Steam Train to Bear Mountain. Pick a pumpkin from the town pumpkin patch.