Events

The Cambria Film Festival is all about romance, romantic comedies and the complexity of love. Our mission is to showcase wonderful films in our charming seaside town. If you love films, plan to attend. If you want to help make the festival festive, well, we’re looking for volunteers. And if…

Thursday Afternoon, January 23rd, there will be a wine seminar. Details to follow. Friday Morning, January 24th: shopping, raffle ticket opportunities, wine tasting, and demonstrating artists throughout town. There will be an art show at the Cambria Center for the Arts. Kick-Off Party at the Veterans Hall: Doors open at…

Get your best costume ready and bring the entire family out to a not-too-scary evening at Zoo Boo! You can expect Halloween decorations throughout the Zoo, carnival games, a costume contest, Halloween-themed activities, a haunted maze, and tricks & treats to enjoy! Over 200 animals call the Charles Paddock Zoo…

Where: Ocean Avenue Businesses Ring in the holidays during this special night of shopping in Cayucos. Stroll the shops while admiring Christmas lights and decorations, visit Santa and Mrs. Claus, free carriage and wagon rides, craft workshop for kids, and Lioness Club refreshments. Family fun with Christmas spirit!  For information:  Cayucos Chamber…

Where: Corner of Ocean Avenue & D Street (downtown Cayucos) *Arrival of Santa & Mrs. Claus accompanied by fire engines *Santa’s house is open for visiting until 7PM *Enjoy Cayucos pier lights as well!…

From cutting-edge culinary hotspots to newly-minted stays and revamped roadside destinations, Highway 1 is brimming with novelty.

Your scenic wine journey awaits on this iconic coastal route Sip with a view! Sun-kissed grapes, salty sea breezes and panoramic views—Highway 1’s wineries blend nature’s best ingredients. This stretch of California pairs stunning Pacific coastline with some of the state’s most scenic tasting rooms. From ocean panoramas…

The annual Polar Bear Dip in Cayucos is a local favorite and not to be missed! The festivities start at 9:30am and the Dip is at noon.

This annual show offers artists and crafts people a high quality outdoor setting to display and sell their wares to an appreciative audience.

Tour the special places that play a part in the past, present and future recovery of California's sea otters!

Embark on a journey into the Elizabethan Renaissance and marvel at the splendor of Queen Elizabeth I’s rule.

Free to the public, fine artists and crafters open their studios to showcase their art and share their processes.

Coast the road less traveled with these Highway 1 hidden gemsThere’s something magical about cruising down Highway 1 in summer: The salty breeze tousling your hair, the sparkling Pacific unfurling like a bolt of shimmering silk. But the real treasures? They’re just off the beaten path,…

California leads the nation in the number of public EV charging stations, which makes road-tripping easy. You’ll find most EV charging stations spaced no more than 60 miles apart along the route.

Our Mind Walks series offers lectures on topics of interest to residents of the Central Coast, including cultural history, natural history, and current issues. Stewardship travelers are invited to join in this opportunity to learn from experts on various topics and explore the area. Some presentations are virtual and…

Let’s hit the road! One of America’s most scenic byways, this iconic stretch of highway was designed for top tier summer fun.

Nightlife unfolds at every turn along Highway 1’s scenic coastline. While Highway 1 may be renowned for its breathtaking ocean views and picturesque landscapes, its after-hours offerings are equally captivating. Travelers can expect a laid back ambiance and a mix of local and national talent. Don’t be fooled by the…

From Ashlee Fechino Heavy rains earlier this month forced the shutdown of sections of scenic Highway 1 in Big Sur, as a portion of the roadway fell into the ocean. But that doesn’t mean you have to cancel upcoming road…