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🚀 Upcoming Vandenberg launches
Rocket Launch: Falcon 9 Block 5 — USSF-259
USSF-259 is a classified mission for the United States Space Force. It is possibly a batch of classified LEO satellites based on SpaceX’s Starshield satellite bus, based on locations of ascent rocket stage drop zones being fits with previous SDA Transport Layer launches. Launching from Space Launch Complex 4E, Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA. Launch times shift often — check back for updates. Visible from much of Lompoc; popular viewing spots include Ocean Ave west of town and Surf Beach (when open).
Wed, Sep 16, 1:00 AM
Vandenberg Space Force Base
Rocket Launch: Falcon 9 Block 5 — Starlink Group 15-27
A batch of 27 satellites for the Starlink mega-constellation - SpaceX's project for space-based Internet communication system. Launching from Space Launch Complex 4E, Vandenberg SFB, CA, USA. Launch times shift often — check back for updates. Visible from much of Lompoc; popular viewing spots include Ocean Ave west of town and Surf Beach (when open).
Sun, Sep 20, 1:47 AM
Vandenberg Space Force Base
SEEAG Farm Day
Come out to Santa Rita Hills Lavender Farm on Saturday morning to watch how lavender becomes essential oil through steam distillation, play yard games like cornhole and giant Connect Four, and make a decoupage clam shell for ten dollars. You can also meet the goats and shop the farmstand.
Sat, Sep 19, 5:00 PM
Santa Rita Hills Lavender Farm, 1900 Tularosa Road, Lompoc
The Pops September Concert
The Lompoc Pops Orchestra brings Broadway to life with guest vocalists performing favorites like Music Man and Phantom of the Opera on Sunday, September 20 at 4 PM at First Methodist Church. Tickets are $25 general admission, free for kids under 12, with discounts for military and students.
Sun, Sep 20, 11:00 PM
Lompoc First United Methodist Church, 925 North F Street, Lompoc
Cabrillo High School Aquarium 40th Anniversary Celebration & Mural Unveiling
Cabrillo High School Aquarium marks 40 years with a celebration and mural unveiling on Wednesday evening at 6 PM. Come see the new murals and help mark this milestone at the aquarium on Constellation Road.
Thu, Sep 24, 1:00 AM
Cabrillo High School Aquarium, 4350 Constellation Rd, Lompoc
Lompoc Chalks Festival 2026
Chalk artists transform the streets into colorful art at Veterans Memorial Building starting Friday, October 2. Browse craft booths, visit the kids' area, grab food from trucks, and enjoy live music while watching artists work from morning sketches to finished pieces.
Fri, Oct 2, 7:00 AM
Veterans Memorial Building, 100 East Locust Ave., Lompoc
Lompoc Ghost Hunting Tour
A local guide takes you through Old Town's haunted spots on Friday, October 2 at 7 PM, including the old mortuary, library, and theater. You'll get an EMF meter and try spirit box sessions and dowsing rods while hearing stories from Lompoc's darker past.
Sat, Oct 3, 2:00 AM
Old Town, Old Town Lompoc, South H Street, Lompoc
Los Cenzontles
Los Cenzontles brings their blend of traditional Mexican music with modern energy to First United Methodist Church Saturday evening at 6:30 PM. The group performs their own takes on classic and original songs.
Sun, Oct 4, 1:30 AM
First United Methodist Church, 925 North F Street, Lompoc
“Light Up Pumpkins & Lavender” Wine Bottle At Santa Rita Hills Lavender Farm
Paint a glowing pumpkin and lavender wine bottle with fairy lights at Santa Rita Hills Lavender Farm on Saturday at 3pm. Farm admission is free with your painting reservation, and you can bring a picnic and your own drinks.
Sat, Oct 10, 10:00 PM
Santa Rita Hills Lavender Farm, 1900 Tularosa Road, Lompoc
LPGA 29th Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Golf Tournament/Bobbie Kline Memorial
LPGA Amateurs Santa Barbara Chapter hosts their annual golf tournament on Saturday, October 17 at 9:30 AM at The Mission Club to raise funds for local breast cancer services and screening programs. Golfers of all skill levels can participate, and the community is welcome to support through sponsorships and donations.
Sat, Oct 17, 4:30 PM
The Mission Club, 4300 Clubhouse Road, Lompoc
Rock 12 Harvest Party
Rock 12 Distillery celebrates their apple and quince harvest on Saturday, October 17 at 5:30 PM with hay bales, live music from Serendipity, food from Tubby's Cravings, and a surprise bottle release. Tickets are $40, $32 for members.
Sun, Oct 18, 12:30 AM
Rock 12 Distillery, 6605 CA-246, Lompoc
Cabrillo High School Aquarium Open House — Sharktoberfest!
Cabrillo High School Aquarium opens its doors Wednesday evening for Sharktoberfest, where you can watch feeding demonstrations and try hands-on activities celebrating sharks and other ocean predators.
Thu, Oct 22, 1:00 AM
Cabrillo High School Aquarium, 4350 Constellation Rd, Lompoc