- December 5
-- Cheers for Charlotte!
Wine Education, Benefit: We'll being joined by a few of our animal-loving winemakers for an afternoon of good food, great wines and lively conversation! We will also be releasing our 2006 Charlotte's Reserve Dornfelder wine, in honor and named after our longtime canine companion. Charlotte's Reserve is a dark and friendly wine-just like black Labrador Charlotte, who now resides in dog heaven. Benefits the Santa Ynez Valley Humane Society. Huber Cellars, 4892 Hapgood Road, Lompoc
Fee: Call for informationTime: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 736.3854 - December 11 - 13
-- The Christmas Revels
Holiday, Performing Arts: Santa Barbara Revels presents, "The Christmas Revels: in Celebration of the Winter Solstice". Our 2009 production of "The King and the Fool" at the Marjorie Luke Theatre features medieval traditions in music, dance, drama and ritual. Join us and be joyous! Tickets:(805)963-0761.
Fee: $12-$35Time: Friday & Saturday 7:30 p.m., Sunday 3 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 565.9357 - December 12
-- Ian Shive Book signing
Ian Shive, conservation photographer, author and producer will be speaking about his new book and signing it at Barnes & Noble in Santa Barbara.
Fee: FreeTime: 2 p.m. Phone Number: (818) 260.6945 (Elizabeth)
Ongoing Events- Ongoing
-- 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, CA
Fee: Call for information.Time: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 965.6307 - Year Round
-- Guided Hikes at Bacara Resort
Recreation: Nestled in the hills of the Santa Ynez Mountains, the Ranch at Bacara 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: $45Time: Call for information. Phone Number: (805) 968.0100 ext. 53808 - Ongoing
-- Champagne Moonlight Harbor Tour
Recreation: You'll enjoy the silhouette of the "Santa Barbara Riviera," the light from the city and the twinkling lights from Stearns Wharf. The moonlight will light the way as you paddle/float through one of California's most beautiful harbors. You'll get to enjoy champagne or sparkling cider. Capture the "romance of Santa Barbara." Captain Jack's Tours, 1924 Bath Street, Santa Barbara, CA
Fee: $50.00Time: 6:30 p.m. Phone Number: (888) 810.8687 - Ongoing
-- Gaviota Kayak/Hike Tour
Recreation: All day inclusive tour includes a lunch at a secluded resort, all transportation, kayak paddle, beautiful hike, and amazing fun! Tickets are $175 Each or Special Promotion of 2 for $260. Hotel pickup included. Please call for reservations. Captain Jack's Tours, 1924 Bath Street, Santa Barbara, CA
Fee: $175.00Time: 9 a.m. Phone Number: (888) 810.8687 - Ongoing
-- Backstage Tours at the Lobero Theatre
Performing Arts: The Lobero offers free docent guided tours upon request. Get the inside scoop on what happens behind the scenes of California's oldest, continuously operating theatre. Tour takes approximately 50 minutes and is a great alternative lunchtime activity. 33 East Canon Perdido Street, Santa Barbara, CA
Fee: Call for information.Time: Daily Phone Number: (805) 966.4946 x 613 - 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.
Fee: Free Time: 7:00 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 - December 4 - 28
-- Musical: Striking 12
Performing Arts: A overworked New Yorker is determined to spend New Year's Eve alone in his apartment reading Hans Christian Andersen's "The Little Match Girl." The story comes to life through New York band Groovelily's musical fusion of rock, pop, and jazz. Alhecama Theatre, 914 Santa Barbara Street, Santa Barbara
Fee: $27.50 - $42.50Time: 8 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 965.5400 - Each 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 on all Sundays and holidays.
Fee: No Admission FeeTime: 10 a.m. 'til Dusk Phone Number: (805) 897.1982 - Every Monday
-- Wine Cottage Bistro Wine Education
Wine Education: Join us every Monday for wine education with a winemaker, grower, or wine expert pouring their wines with appetizers paired with wines prepared by our Chef. Visit our website for a complete calendar of wine events. Wine Cottage Bistro 285 South Broadway St. Old Town Orcutt CA 93455 www.winecottagebistro.com
Fee: $20 per person or $30 for 2Time: 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 934.4546 - Every Wednesday
-- Solvang Farmers Market
Market: Fresh produce, flowers and food. Rain or shine. Downtown Solvang, on First Street, between Mission Drive (Hwy 246) and Copenhagen Drive.
Fee: FreeTime: 2:30 p.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 962.5354 - 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 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
-- The Grapevine Show
Wine Education: The first and only radio show dedicated exclusively to the Santa Barbara county wine industry on AM1290 KZBN Radio out of Santa Barbara. The Grapevine Show is hosted by Gabe Saglie. It's live and features local winemakers, winery owners, merchants, chefs and wine events. Tune in on your drives!
Fee: FreeTime: 11 a.m. & 9 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 453.1209 - Every Friday evening
-- Educational Wine Tasting at East Beach Wine Co.
Wine & Food Education: East Beach Wine Company presents a hosted wine tasting and cheese pairing every Friday evening. The selection of wines feature either a specific winery or a specific wine theme. Cheese is selected by the owners of C'est Cheese to pair well with the varietals being poured. 201 South Milpas Street, Santa Barbara.
Fee: $8.00 - $10.00Time: 4 p.m.-7p.m. Phone Number: (805) 899.1535 - 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
-- Art Workshops
Family Fun: Weekly Art workshops for all ages. Every Saturday. Kids and adults love Art From Scrap! Children under age 5 must be accompanied by an adult. 302 East Cota Street Santa Barbara
Fee: $6Time: 10 .a.m - 12 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 884.0459 - First Saturdays
-- Global Gardens Special Tastings
Wine & Food Education: Join us on the first Saturday of every month as we feature special tastings of new items from our local commercial kitchen & gardens, along with recipes and educational discussions on the various uses of Extra Virgin Olive Oil & our latest fruit vinegars. Call ahead for groups of 8 or more. Global Gardens, 2477 Alamo Pintado Avenue, Los Olivos
Fee: Call for informationTime: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 693.1600 - Every Saturday
-- Santa Barbara Downtown Certified Farmers Market
Market: Year round, rain or shine. Santa Barbara Street and Cota Street
Fee: FreeTime: 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 962.5354 - TBA
-- Julefest Sparkle & Shine Tasting
Wine Education: Featuring Nicolas Feulillate, one of the premier champagne houses in France. Jewelry designer, Kelly Collins, will also be showcasing her new line. Wandering Dog Wine Bar, 1539 Mission Drive, Solvang
Fee: $20/$15 Club MembersTime: 12 p.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 688.6144 - 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
-- 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
-- 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
-- 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
-- Milpas Street 57th Annual Holiday Parade
Holiday, Celebration: The parade travels south from Ortega Street to Mason Street along Milpas Street.With marching bands from area schools and some of the most creative and festive participants to be featured in a local parade, be prepared for an evening of spectacle guaranteed to dazzle and delight!
Fee: FreeTime: 6:30 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 845.4638
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