The Villagers of PMC are already busy preparing for their Lilac Festival.
by Mark Bailey President, PMCCPOA
One of the best kept secrets in California, remains the quaint “Aspen like” village of Pine Mountain Club (PMC). Located in the Los Padres National Forest at a little over one mile above sea level and nestled between Mt. Pinos and San Emigdio Mountain, PMC is remarkably easy to get to. Just a comfortable and scenic 90-minute drive from Ventura, about 50 minutes north of Magic Mountain. Those in the know often refer to PMC as “the nearby faraway place”.
The Villagers of PMC are already busy preparing for their 37th annual Lilac Festival set for the weekend of May 18th and 19th. It has been estimated that around five thousand visitors join the approximately three thousand locals for a weekend of arts, music, food, fun and family play. About 100 artisan vendors will begin displaying their unique works of art, fashion, jewelry and other creations both days starting at 10am. This is followed at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, by the signing of our National Anthem, which kicks off our yearly parade through the village center.
Throughout the weekend there will be entertainment for all ages including helicopter rides, live music, pony rides, kiddie shows, a small petting zoo, golf, horseshoes, miniature train rides, great food, and a large children’s play area with state of the art slides, inflatable bouncy houses and wall climbing etc. Most village restaurants will be featuring live music on their outdoor patios.
Climatology wise, as with any place, the weather in PMC can vary. Typically, in late spring, we can expect blue sunny skies during the day with temperatures in the mid 70’s and crisp clear star filled nights with temperatures in the 40’s.
To get to PMC, take the 126 East to Interstate 5 north and exit at Frazier Park. Go west 18 miles following the signs to the Pine Mountain Club Village. For further information, including vendor applications, please go to our website at www.pmclilacfestival.com. We hope to see many of you at our mountain paradise.
