Santa Maria Valley

Santa Maria Valley

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Our barbecue is cooked slow. Our wine smooth. And our company, well, come see for yourself. Because everywhere else is just, everywhere else. When you step into the Santa Maria Valley, youโ€™ll eat, drink and do more. Thatโ€™s our way.

07/14/2026

If your California road trip doesn't include Santa Maria Valley, we need to talk. ๐Ÿš— ๐ŸŒŠ

Perfect weather, delicious food, great wine, and a coastline that hits different when the windows are down.

๐Ÿ”— Plan your road trip at this link: https://santamariavalley.pulse.ly/mhwglfxn7h You deserve it.

Photos from Santa Maria Valley's post 06/29/2026

"If you think you put enough seasoning on there, go a little further." โฌ†๏ธ๐Ÿ”ฅ

Meet Ray Williams: pitmaster, meat science teacher, and a man who will not let Santa Maria Style barbecue be done wrong.

We sat down with Ray to talk red oak, tri-tip, and why seeing sauce on barbecue makes him cringe. The full interview is worth every word.

๐Ÿ”—๐Ÿฅฉ Read more: bit.ly/43uW8gC
WHISKEY BENT BBQ

06/02/2026

Checking the summer forecast right now...

Santa Maria Valley: ๐Ÿ˜Œโœจ

Cooler temps, open roads, and a destination that won't break the bank. There's no better place to beat the heat this summer.

Are you packed yet? We'll see you on the coast. ๐ŸŒŠ

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Santa Maria Valley Visitors Bureau, 614 S Broadway
Santa Maria, CA
93454

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm