The Explore Lompoc Blog

Nestled amongst golden rolling hills, ranches and historic buildings lies the Lompoc Wine Ghetto, a wine connoisseur’s paradise and must-see tasting destination along California’s Central Coast. With a passion for crafting locally made, small-batch pinots, Bordeauxs and Rhones, Lompoc’s wine makers are enthusiasts and artisans with a knack for producing ...

With so much to explore in Lompoc, one day just isn’t enough to see it all! Make your adventure a weekend getaway and fully immerse yourself in your California Central Coast adventure with a stay at one of our comfortable accommodations! Spend the weekend tasting delicious local wines and forget ...

Foodies and wine enthusiasts won’t want to miss Lompoc Restaurant Week from February 18-24, 2019. This seven-day salute to all things edible provides locals and visitors alike an opportunity to try something new and exciting at fantastic prices. Sponsored by the Lompoc Valley Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau and Shop ...

When you think of prime beach season, winter probably isn’t what you had in mind. With winter storms and changing tides working together to uncover hidden shipwrecks, reefs and tidepools, the winter months are the ideal time to enjoy Lompoc beaches in a whole new way. Here is our guide ...

From blooming flower festivals to wine weekends and historic tours; the rich blend of art, history and culture that resides in Lompoc has curated a calendar full of one-of-a-kind events that will keep you coming back to our picturesque town. Here's our list of must-see events and festivals going on ...

Award-winning wineries and highly-rated wines have put Lompoc on the map as a top California wine tasting destination. The climate, soil, and ocean marine layer all combine to make the perfect grape-growing conditions for Pinot, Chardonnay and other cool climate varietals. More and more people want a taste of the ...

Celebrate the Arts in Lompoc during ARTOBER   Lompoc has a rich history as a thriving art community with its acclaimed citywide mural program, active art associations, a variety of performing arts programs, musical events and much more. This year, the local art scene will be celebrated in October with ...

The City of Lompoc has a rare attraction. Painted across old buildings, tucked on side streets, and dotting garage doors is an outdoor art gallery of impressive and vibrant murals. Every mural tells a story, and there’s a lot to tell. The murals showcase everything from the city’s first settlers ...

OFFICIAL NEWS RELEASE Art, Harvest & Wine Make the Perfect Blend For a Fall Sojourn to Lompoc As if the sylvan backdrop and coastal vistas alone were not enough to entice visitors, add to the mix a world-class wine region and vibrant art, and discover an ideal autumn getaway to ...