Ongoing Events- Year Round
-- Guided Hikes at Bacara Resort
Recreation: Nestled in the hills of the Santa Ynez Mountains, the Bacara Resort & Spa offers various levels of hiking. You will be shuttled from the Resort to enjoy a walk through sunlit trails and travel through avacado and lemon trees. Reservations required. Hiking shoes strongly advised. 8301 Hollister Avenue, Santa Barbara
Fee: Call for informationTime: Call for information Phone Number: (805) 571.4210 - Ongoing
-- Gaviota Kayak/Hot Spring Hike Tour
Recreation: All day inclusive tour includes a lunch at a secluded resort, all transportation, kayak paddle, beautiful hike, and amazing fun! Captain Jack's Tours, Santa Barbara
Fee: $175/$250 for 2 peopleTime: 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 564.1819 - First Monday of Each Month
-- Santa Barbara Newcomers Club-Welcome/Orientation
Reception: The Santa Barbara Newcomers Club provides many get acquainted activities for members including socials, wine tasting, hiking, local heritage & community service opportunities, games & much more. Fess Parker's DoubleTree Resort, 633 East Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara
Fee: Free Time: 7 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 564.2555 - November 16 - December 20
-- Assemblage of Four
Exhibition, Reception: Tony Askew, Judy Nilsen, Ron Robertson, and Dug Uyesaka are joining forces to present an art exhibit entitled "Assemblage of Four" at the AFS Gallery, located at 302 East Cota Street, downtown Santa Barbara. An artist reception, open to the public, will be held on Saturday, November 15, from 5:00 until 7:00 pm.
Fee: FreeTime: Tues - Sat 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Thurs 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 884.0459 x15 - November 21-December 31
-- Winterfest Celebration in Solvang
Family Fun: This is our favorite time of year in the European Christmas Village of Solvang! A month of events, pageantry, and millions of lights. Santa & Mrs. Claus make appearances throughout this special season. Come to our little Danish village and make Solvang a holiday shopping tradition. Call for the schedule of events.
Fee: VariesTime: Call for information. Phone Number: (805) 688.6144 - December 1 - 31
-- Holiday Gingerbread House: Olsen's Danish Village Bakery
Holiday: Bent Olsen, creates the impressive 8'x11'x10' tall gingerbread house using 250 lbs. of gingerbread dough, 150 lbs. of powdered sugar, and 3 gallons of egg whites. Come by and enjoy the delightful sight and smell of this unique creation! 1529 Mission Drive, Solvang
Fee: FreeTime: Regular bakery hours Phone Number: (805) 688.6314 - Every Sunday
-- Santa Barbara Arts & Crafts Show
Family Fun: The show is now the only continuous arts festival of original drawings, paintings, graphics, sculpture, crafts and photography in the world. Approximately 300 Santa Barbara County resident artists display their own works in an informal atmosphere under the palms of Chase Palm Park. All items are original art, created by the artists you meet. The show is held every fair weather Sunday and Special Holidays.
Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. 'til Dusk Phone Number: (805) 897.1982 - Every Wednesday
-- Solvang Farmers Market
Market: Fresh produce, flowers and food. Rain or shine. Solvang Village, Copenhagen Drive and 1st Street
Fee: FreeTime: 2:30 p.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 962.5354 - Every Thursday
-- An Evening of Visual & Performing Arts
Family Fun: On the first Thursday of each month, downtown galleries keep their doors open late allowing the public to enjoy local art in a fun and social atmosphere. Additional attractions such as music, artist openings, demonstrations, and refreshments are featured at participating venues. Downtown Santa Barbara
Fee: FreeTime: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 962.2098 - First Thursday
-- Art, Music & Theater
Family Fun: On the first Thursday of each month, downtown galleries keep their doors open late allowing the public to enjoy local art in a fun and social atmosphere. Additional attractions such as music, artist openings, demonstrations, and refreshments are featured at participating venues. Downtown Santa Barbara
Fee: FreeTime: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 962.2098 - Thursdays
-- Fess Parker's Wine Country Inn Thursday Evening Singing
Live Music: The public is invited to join Fess & Marcy Parker and friends accompanied by pianist Bill Powell in the Lobby Lounge. Dinner service begins at 6 p.m. Reservations highly recommended.2860 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos, CA
Fee: No cover charge.Time: 9 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 688.7788 - Every Friday & Saturday Evening
-- Fess Parker's Wine Tasting
Wine Education: Savor the rich heritage of California’s wine-making industry at Fess Parker’s Doubletree Resort, offering a new tradition of Santa Barbara wine tasting. Sample six different Fess Parker wines, all locally produced near our quiet coastal enclave. 633 East Carillo Blvd, Santa Barbara
Fee: $12Time: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 564.4333 - Every Friday evening
-- Educational Wine Tasting at East Beach Wine Company
Wine & Food Education: Hosted by a winemaker, winery owner or wine broker and offering 8-10 wines to taste. Stop in and start your weekend right! Call for current host listing. East Beach Wine Company, 201 South Milpas Street, Santa Barbara
Fee: Call for informationTime: 4 p.m.-7 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 899.1535 - Every Saturday
-- Touristorica - Historic Downtown Walking Tour
Historic: An easy stroll let's you experience Santa Barbara's past. Led by trained docents, the tour focuses on significant historic buildings, architectural styles, landscaping and our rich cultural past. Walking shoes and a hat are recommended. Meet on the steps of City Hall, de la Guerra Plaza, Santa Barbara
Fee: Call for informationTime: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 965.6307 - Saturday Mornings, November 15 - March 30
-- Santa Barbara Fisherman's Market
Family Fun: Come down to the Santa Barbara Harbor at the Breakwater and buy fresh fish, crab or lobster right off the decks of the fishing boats! Fresher seafood cannot be found!
Fee: FreeTime: 7:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Phone Number: (805) 965.8112 - Every Saturday
-- Art Workshop
Family Fun: Join us every Saturday for our weekly art workshop. All ages welcome. Children and adults love Art From Scrap! Children under age 5 must be accompanied by an adult. Art From Scrap, 302 East Cota Street, Santa Barbara
Fee: $6Time: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 884.0459 - Every Saturday
-- Ventura Dowtown Farmer's Market
Family Fun: Come pick up lovely veggies and local produce to take home and feast upon at the Ventura Downtown Farmer's Market! Santa Clara & Palm Streets, Ventura.
Fee: FreeTime: 8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 529.6266 - Every Saturday
-- Downtown Santa Barbara Farmers Market
Market: Come down and buy fresh vegetables, fruits, flowers, small plants and specialty items. Street musicians and music. Year round, rain or shine. Corner of Santa Barbara and Cota Streets.
Fee: FreeTime: 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 962.5354 - TBA
-- 56th Annual Holiday Parade: Fairytale Fantasy
Family Fun, Holiday: More than 50,000 spectators are expected to line downtown Santa Barbara to cheer a colossal contingent of high-stepping marching bands, giant helium balloons, fabulous holiday floats, spectacular performance groups, local personalities, and of course, Santa Claus.
Fee: FreeTime: 6:30 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 962.2098 ext. 23 - TBA
-- Holiday Open House & Pomegranate Festival
Celebration: Pomegranates will be back just in time for the Holidays here at Buttonwood Farm. If you aren't familiar with the mysteries of this ancient and symbolic fruit, this is your chance. Buttonwood Farm Winery, 1500 Alamo Pintado Road, Solvang
Fee: $10 tasting fee appliesTime: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 688.3032 - TBA
-- 58th Annual Milpas Holiday Parade
Holiday, Celebration: The parade travels on Milpas Street from Ortega Street to Cota Street.
Fee: FreeTime: Parade 12 p.m./Car Show & Toy Drive 1 p.m.-3 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 845.4638 - TBA
-- 3rd Annual Sparkling Tasting
Wine Education: Stock up for New Year’s with some amazing sparkling wines, each paired with a gourmet cheese! Plus local artists hand crafted designs will be on display. Wandering Dog Wine Bar, 1539-C Mission Drive, Solvang
Fee: $20/$15 Wine SocietyTime: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 686.9126 - TBA
-- New Year's Eve Party
Celebration: Join us for our New Year's Eve Party with live music by The Grasshoppers. Before the party gets started join us in The Starting Gate Restaurant for our New Year's Eve Prime Rib Buffet from 6pm-10pm. Adults $25, Children $15. Make your reservations now! Santa Ynez Valley Marriott, 555 McMurray Road, Buellton
Fee: $10 Cover incl champagne toastTime: 9 p.m. - 2 a.m. Phone Number: (805) 688.1000 - TBA
-- 14th Annual La Arcada Christmas Walk
Holiday, Family Fun: Promoting a festive holiday spirit by encouraging families and shoppers alike to spend time in a tree-filled court transformed into a winter wonderland. 1114 State Street next to the Santa Barbara Museum of Art.
Fee: FreeTime: 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 966.6634 - TBA
-- Elverhoj Museum of Art presents Annual Christmas Party
Celebration: A festival evening celebrating the holiday in traditional Danish style. 1624 Elverhoy Way, Solvang
Fee: Call for informationTime: 6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 686.1211 - TBA
-- New Year's Eve Celebration
Celebration, Benefit: Live music by The Kicks, delicious food, art show and champagne toast at midnight for those 21 and over. All ages welcome. Cocktail Attire is a MUST so dress to impress! Bottle service for the night available. Reservations are for admission only after 10 p.m. (not for dinner reservations). A portion of the proceeds benefit the Boys and Girls Club of Santa Barbara. Enterprise Fish Company, 225 State Street, Santa Barbara
Fee: $15/$25 CoupleTime: 10 p.m. - 2 a.m. Phone Number: (805) 962.3313 - TBA
-- Chateau Canary Apres-Ski New Year's Eve
Celebration: Celebrate New Year's Eve 2009 with style, sophistication and Aspen-chic fare at Chateau Canary Apres Ski in downtown Santa Barbara. Gourmet hors d'oeuvres and fondue bar, champagne toast, three DJ's and three parties, live NYE 2009 countdown. Canary Hotel, 31 West Carrillo, Santa Barbara
Fee: $55 Advance/$75 At the Door Time: 8 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. Phone Number: (877) 548.3237 - TBA
-- Solvang Winter Solstice Carol Sing & Candle Lighting
Holiday: Join in the singing and celebration featuring the Lamplighters A Capella choir. Solvang Park at the corner of Mission Drive (Hwy 246) and First Street.
Fee: FreeTime: 6 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 468.6765 - TBA
-- New Year's Pops Concert
Performing Arts: A Standing tradition, the Santa Barbara Symphony will playfully ring in the New Year with Jeff Tyzik conducting! The Granada Theatre, 1214 State Street, Santa Barbara
Fee: $35-$100Time: 8 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 899.2222
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