National Marine Sanctuaries 50th Anniversary Events Discover Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary -- find public events and activities celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the National Marine Sanctuary System or site anniversaries on this interactive events map: https://sanctuaries.noaa.gov/50/events.html
The Sidewalk Saturdays weekly makers’ market returns to Downtown Morgan Hill for the season 9/10 – 11/26. Visit this outdoor pop-up marketplace to shop handmade goodies from local small retailers and artists. Located right next to the weekly farmers market, Sidewalk Saturdays is the best place to find locally crafted gifts, jewelry, plants, clothing, kitchen […]
Huzzah! The Northern California Renaissance Faire is back at Casa de Fruta. Lords, ladies, peasants and pirates are all welcome to join in the festivities every weekend from September 17 through October 23. Enjoy live entertainment, jousting tournaments, a bustling marketplace, fine food and drink, and much merriment for all ages. Kids 12 and under […]
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 […]
The beloved Spina Farms Pumpkin Patch in Morgan Hill opens for the season 9/26 – 11/6! This is the perfect outing for family farm fun this fall. Located in beautiful Coyote Valley, the pumpkin patch is bordered by a spectacle of bright sunflowers and adorned with a vibrant orange pumpkin pyramid you can spot from […]
Arriving in October, monarch butterflies cluster together on pine, cypress and eucalyptus trees in the Sanctuary. Their migration to Pacific Grove is so unique that Pacific Grove is nicknamed "Butterfly Town, U.S.A." Join locals in welcoming the monarchs to PG during the special Annual Butterfly Days celebration (Sept. 29 - Oct. 1), including the Butterfly […]
Antiques, vintage finds, old dusty relics, barn treasures, aged trinkets ... are all STUFF WITH STORIES. It is the patina of years, the family infused love and the imagery evoked that we all truly adore about VINTAGE decor..right!? We feel like the name says it all ... bringing together collectors, vendors, dealers, curators to share […]
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 […]
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.
The heart of BOO Alley is the bustling Halloween festival in the town center, with a towering pumpkin pyramid, hay maze, and an assortment of tasty treats, spooky drinks, and fun souvenirs from festive vendor carts. The live A Great Big Boo!musical show plays multiple times each night at Lakeside Amphitheater, taking viewers on an […]
Bring the whole family to this charming, small-town vibe pumpkin patch and fall festival. Spend a day picking out the perfect pumpkin for carving, try your luck in the corn maze, hop on a hayride and eat delicious autumnal food. With plenty of activities for kids, including inflatable slides and an obstacle course, Brookshire is […]
Pumpkin Junction at Casa de Fruta makes for a fun fall family outing. Come and find the perfect pumpkin, mine for gemstones at Casa de Miner’s Sluice, ride Casa de Choo Choo, and take a spin on Casa de Carousel! Be sure to pick up some farm-fresh produce, dried fruit and nuts, locally produced wines, […]
The parade will start at 10 a.m. and run down El Camino Real from Davis Auto Body to West Mall and Palma Ave. by Sunken Gardens. The Festival will start immediately after the parade and continue until 3 p.m. There will be a variety of vendors, entertainment, and food in and around the Sunken Gardens. […]
The Ventura Pier is, in many ways, Ventura’s centerpiece; living history, front and center. And it is a fine thing to know where we came from. Pier into the Future helps preserve the Ventura Pier, and this annual fundraiser is a great way to contribute to the cause. Your ticket(s) help support pier preservation – […]
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 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!
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 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.
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
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 […]
Indulge in fantastic food, great wines and exquisite scenery at the Big Sur Food and Wine Festival. Local and visiting restaurateurs, resorts and wineries from all over will team up for dinners and tastings at unique Big Sur locations.
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 […]
Surrounded by some of the greatest vineyards, beaches and cities in the world, the village of Arroyo Grande makes this an ideal location on the Central Coast to gather and share the love of entertainment creation. The CCEE will screen classic crowd favorites, feature local films, while also providing attendees with an insight into the […]
A free public event where Morgan Hill-based artists open up their studios to visitors, who are able to view their artwork and see a bit of the artistic process.
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