Free Admission: End-of-Summer Family Day

Free Admission: End-of-Summer Family Day

Join the California Nature Art Museum for a free-admission, end-of-summer Family Day on Sunday, August 9th 2026, from 10AM – 2PM. This annual event invites visitors to participate in a variety of free art and nature inspired activities.

Show your wild side with a face paint design (10AM-12PM), create your own upcycled art piece, shake paws with dogs and kittens from Santa Ynez Valley Humane Society, wonder at a live bee hive with Santa Barbara Hives, and enjoy a nature-inspired assortment of local organization booths.

Additional partners include Santa Ynez Valley Children’s Museum, Natural History Museum of Santa Maria, Kayla’s Kidz, Sweet Treats by Irene, and CommUnify.

End-of-Summer Family Day admission is free, and reservations are not required.

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The Santa Ynez Valley blends world-class wine, unforgettable culinary experiences, scenic outdoor adventure, and small-town charm across six unique communities. Whether you’re craving a slow morning in a sun-drenched vineyard, a horseback ride through golden hills, or a day of boutique hopping and wood-fired pizza, we’ve got you covered. Start planning with our resources.

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