Central Coast weekend occasions: Fair enjoyable, stay theater, movie festivals and extra

There is so much happening this weekend throughout the Central Coast. Here is what it’s worthwhile to know for the weekend of July 10 by July 12.

OLIVER! — The Musical
July 10-12, 2026, varied instances; Spanos Theatre, San Luis Obispo

Head to the Performing Arts Center in San Luis Obispo this weekend for award-winning musical theater as they current “Oliver!” This family-friendly manufacturing options iconic songs like “Food, Glorious Food” and “Consider Yourself” in a heartwarming story that runs simply over two hours with an intermission. Tickets begin at $35.

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Santa Barbara County Fair
July 8-12, each day hours fluctuate; Santa Maria Fairpark

There remains to be one weekend left to catch the Santa Barbara County Fair because it returns with “Stars, Stripes and American Nights,” that includes the state’s largest junior livestock public sale, carnival rides, stay leisure, and basic truthful meals. Gates are open from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday and Friday, and from midday to 10 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

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Lompoc Old Town Market
July 10-Aug. 14, 5-8 p.m.; 100 block of South H Street, Lompoc

Lompoc’s annual Old Town Market kicks off for one more season this Friday. From July 10 by August 14, head to the 100 block of South H Street each Friday from 5-8 p.m. for quite a lot of distributors, neighborhood organizations, and stay leisure.

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Santa Maria Valley Senior Expo
Friday, July 10, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.; Allan Hancock College, Santa Maria

Community Partners in Caring will host the Santa Maria Valley Senior Expo on Friday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. within the Joe White Memorial Gymnasium at Allan Hancock College. Seniors, caregivers, relations and volunteers are invited to take a look at the varied assets out there to native residents. Exhibitors will signify varied industries, together with healthcare, authorized, insurance coverage, remedy, pet care, assisted and impartial residing services and extra.

Full details can be found here!

SBIFF French Wave Film Festival
July 10-23; Opening reception July 10, 5-7 p.m.; SBIFF Film Center, Riviera Theatre, Santa Barbara

The Santa Barbara International Film Festival presents 14 days of French cinema that includes 14 new and 7 basic movies. Opening night time on Friday features a reception at Sullivan Goss Gallery, adopted by each day screenings showcasing acclaimed French movies throughout varied genres.

Full details can be found here!

Santa Rita Hills Lavender Festival
Saturday, July 11, 18 and 25, midday to five p.m.; Santa Rita Hills Lavender Farm, Lompoc

Celebrate peak lavender season within the Santa Rita Hills close to Lompoc on the third Annual Lavender Festival. Head to the farm off of Tularosa Road any Saturday for the remainder of July for artisan markets, stay acoustic music, and lavender distillation demonstrations. Visitors can stroll by blooming lavender fields and take part in wreath-making lessons throughout this aromatic celebration.

Full details can be found here!

Santa Barbara National Horse Show
July 8-12, each day 7 a.m. to five p.m.; Earl Warren Showgrounds, Santa Barbara

One of Santa Barbara’s most celebrated century-old traditions continues with Hunters & Jumpers Week that includes over 150 opponents. Visitors can take pleasure in guided excursions, pony photograph alternatives, and meals distributors alongside the celebrated USEF National competitors.

Full details can be found here!

Paso Picture Show – “The Princess Bride”
Saturday, July 11, 8 p.m.; Bianchi Winery, Paso Robles

On Saturday, watch the basic movie, “The Princess Bride,” below the celebrities at Bianchi Winery in Paso Robles. It’s the newest in a collection of pop-up motion pictures introduced by Paso Picture Show. Tickets begin at $21 for adults and $5 for youths. The film begins simply earlier than nightfall.

Full details can be found here!

Jackalope Indie Artisan Fair
July 11-12, 10 a.m. to five p.m.; Alameda Park, Santa Barbara

The Jackalope Indie Artisan Fair makes its Santa Barbara debut this Saturday and Sunday with over 180 hand-selected artisans showcasing authentic trend, jewellery, artwork, and specialty meals. This out of doors pageant options stay music, meals vehicles, and family-friendly crafting actions celebrating handmade items and neighborhood. Gates are open from 10 a.m. to five p.m.

Full details can be found here!

West Coast Cub and Antique Aircraft Fly-In
July 11-12, 10 a.m.; Lompoc Airport

Check out quite a lot of classic planes on the West Coast Cub and Antique Aircraft Fly-in on the Lompoc Airport on Saturday and Sunday. The family-friendly occasion is free for spectators who can get a close-up view of the plane and work together with the pilots.

Full details can be found here!