Santa Ynez Valley merchants will welcome the fall season by kicking off the annual Scarecrow Fest and contest on Oct. 1. Throughout the month, residents and visitors can stroll the village to check out creative scarecrows from local businesses and organizations and vote for their favorites. The month-long celebration concludes on Halloween with the announcement of the annual Harvest Cup winner, honoring the most impressive community creation.
Santa Ynez Valley Scarecrow Fest
Oct. 9 - 31, 2026
Recurring daily
Various Locations