Things to Do in Santa Clarita (2025)

A sibling-run brewery and beer garden known for 20 rotating taps, bocce, and a scratch kitchen. Praised by Santa Clarita Magazine and a fixture of Old Town Newhall’s dining scene, it’s where locals linger over house brews.

The Main Street public house for Santa Clarita’s award-winning Pocock Brewing pours rooftop pints with live music and line-dancing nights. Recognized at the Brewer’s Cup of California, it pairs house beers with pizzas and pub bites.

A locally owned boutique winery focusing on small-lot reds and monthly rotating flights. Frequently highlighted by local reporters for its intimate, bring-your-own-food tastings that anchor Newhall’s wine scene.

Santa Clarita’s long-running community theater stages a robust season and youth programs in Old Town Newhall. Celebrated by local arts press and city cultural guides, its 2025–26 lineup keeps the district buzzing at night.

Weekend guided tours and special sunrise visits reveal the only U.S. center devoted exclusively to gibbons. Featured by PBS SoCal and NBC Los Angeles, it’s a rare, educational experience led by expert caretakers.

SCV’s first gastropub helped spark Old Town Newhall’s culinary revival with farm-driven plates and 20 taps. Recognized by Eater LA and earning a 2025 diners’ choice nod, it’s a polished-but-friendly date-night staple.

Chef Daniel Otto’s contemporary American spot defines modern Newhall dining, from prime rib to seasonal plates. Frequently recommended by Eater LA and local critics, it delivers refined cooking without pretense.

A beloved, independent cafe famous for 101 omelets, strong coffee, and weekend patio guitar sets. Consistently spotlighted by Eater LA and local magazines, it’s the city’s perennial breakfast crowd-pleaser.

Since 1971, this Main Street diner has served hefty breakfasts to generations of locals. Noted by the Los Angeles Times and celebrated by The Signal, its no-fuss griddle culture is pure Santa Clarita tradition.

A year-round, producer-focused Saturday market with regional farms, fresh seafood, breads, and hot foods. Endorsed by the city’s calendar and market organizers, it’s the best snapshot of SCV’s food community.

Locally built, story-driven rooms like The Agency and The Ghost of Mentryville weave Santa Clarita history into clever puzzles. Praised by players and local media, it’s an immersive group activity minutes from Main Street.

A family-run ranch offering weekend farm visits, goat milking demos, pony rides, archery, and seasonal festivals. Regularly covered by local outlets, it’s a hands-on way to experience Santa Clarita’s country roots.