Santa Margarita Ranch

Santa Margarita Ranch Moreover, a 975-acre vineyard was established as one of the Central Coast’s first to employ resource conservation practices.

First established in 1787 by Spanish padres, Santa Margarita began as a farming and ranching outpost to support the operations of nearby Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa. Named Santa Margarita de Cortona Asistencia, this land was eventually privatized when Mexico gained independence from Spain in 1822 and awarded to a young officer of the Mexican Army as a land grant. From that time forward, the

Ranch has been owned and operated by several prominent California citizens, playing host to lavish rodeos, fiestas—even a circus—and today retains many of its original and early structures. Since 2000, the 13,900-acre Santa Margarita Ranch has been owned by the Rossi, Filipponi and Wittstrom families, whose rotational cattle grazing program has allowed perennial grasses to return, a lush riparian habitat to thrive, and the regeneration of many oak trees. The Ranch continues to be the site of grand fiestas, hosting non-profit fundraisers, tours, and private events throughout the year.

The magic returns in just 10 days! 🎄✨🚂 Ride the Jingle Bell Express — choose between a steam engine with original Disney...
11/18/2025

The magic returns in just 10 days! 🎄✨

🚂 Ride the Jingle Bell Express — choose between a steam engine with original Disney train cars or the diesel train with open-air cars!

🎅 Visit Santa in the barn
🎄 Explore the Christmas Marketplace with local vendors
🐴 Enjoy pony rides from and a magic show by in the barn
🔥 Roast s’mores by the fireplace, write letters to Santa, and savor treats from amazing local food trucks
🍷 Sip cocktails, wine, or beer from the festive

An unforgettable Christmas experience for the whole family — right here on the ranch. 🎄❤️

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No line is too long when holiday magic’s at the end of it and Santa's waiting with open arms 🎅 ✨ . . ...
11/14/2025

No line is too long when holiday magic’s at the end of it and Santa's waiting with open arms 🎅 ✨
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Spend quality family time gathered around the fireplaces and roast s'mores while waiting to visit Santa! 🍫 🎅 . . ...
11/11/2025

Spend quality family time gathered around the fireplaces and roast s'mores while waiting to visit Santa! 🍫 🎅
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From candles to crafts and everything cozy in between — shop local this season at our Christmas at the Ranch Marketplace...
11/08/2025

From candles to crafts and everything cozy in between — shop local this season at our Christmas at the Ranch Marketplace. Perfect for those last-minute gifts (we won’t tell 😉)

First Weekend Vendors (Nov 28-29th) –
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Jewely Designs
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Strike a pose — holiday edition! Our photo spots are ready for all your merry moments (and funny faces 😉) . . ...
11/06/2025

Strike a pose — holiday edition! Our photo spots are ready for all your merry moments (and funny faces 😉)
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We have some exciting news to share with you: our “Christmas at the Ranch” event has been nominated as a “Best Christmas...
10/23/2025

We have some exciting news to share with you: our “Christmas at the Ranch” event has been nominated as a “Best Christmas Train Ride 2026” in Newsweek’s Readers’ Choice Awards. 🎉🎄🎅

Newsweek editors and panelists nominated a total of 15 top holiday train ride experiences from across the nation for this distinction. We are in some esteemed company on this list—it’s something to celebrate and be proud of, especially since we’re only in our third year!

However, only a handful of train experiences will ultimately earn the highest honors—as voted on by Newsweek readers and followers. On that note, we ask you to vote for us here: https://www.newsweek.com/readerschoice/best-christmas-train-ride-2026

Votes may be cast daily from now through November 18. Please share the voting link with family and friends. Let’s get the word out, rock the vote and aim for top honors!

Thanks for helping us make “Christmas at the Ranch” such a special event for our guests and community.

09/23/2025

Who else is excited to see Santa again?!

We're counting down the days til the start of Christmas At The Ranch!

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09/19/2025

🎅🎩 From jaw-dropping tricks to holiday giggles, makes Christmas at the Ranch pure magic ✨
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A little holiday magic, sealed with love. Drop your letters to Santa during your visit, and we’ll deliver them straight ...
09/18/2025

A little holiday magic, sealed with love. Drop your letters to Santa during your visit, and we’ll deliver them straight to him! 🎄📬

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Find the best Christmas gifts from the local vendors at our Christmas Marketplace! 🎁 ✨📸 .fly.film ...
09/14/2025

Find the best Christmas gifts from the local vendors at our Christmas Marketplace! 🎁 ✨

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Want to be a vendor for Christmas at the Ranch? 🎁Sign up through the link in our bio! 🔗📸 .fly.film ...
09/13/2025

Want to be a vendor for Christmas at the Ranch? 🎁

Sign up through the link in our bio! 🔗

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09/11/2025

🎅✨ Nothing beats the magic of running straight into Santa’s arms ❤️

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Address

9000 Yerba Buena Avenue
Santa Margarita, CA
93453

Telephone

+18055403214

Website

https://www.christmasatthemargarita.com/, https://www.bestofthewestshow.com/scheduleofevents

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