October in Cambria & San Simeon holds a special appeal! The weather is at its most spectacular and the Annual Scarecrow Festival is in full swing. It’s a great time to experience the area at its quirky and creative best. All month long, scarecrows showcase the artistic creativity, whimsical spirit and sense of humor that is Cambria. Hundreds of scarecrows line the streets, shop windows and beach fronts of these coastal communities.