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 - Daily
-- U-Pick Blueberries
Family Fun: Our wonderful blueberry fields are opening once again to the public for U-Pick. Great fun for kids and people of all ages. Visit our blueberry stand featuring gifts from "The Blueberry Cow". We are open 7 days a week from 10:30 to 5:30. Restoration Oaks Ranch, 1980 Highway 101, Gaviota, CA
Fee: FreeTime: 10:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 686.5718 - Second Saturday of Each Month, April 11 - October 10
-- Vineyard Walk Series
Recreation: Hosted by Santa Maria Valley Wine Country, explore the vineyards from fruit to harvest with vineyard managers and winemakers while enjoying fresh country air. The walks are held at a different vineyard on the second Saturday of each month. Call for information.
Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. Phone Number: (866) 480.5194 - 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 - 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 - April 1 - October 31
-- Ventura Thursday Downtown Market
Family Fun: Scan the booths full of local produce and goods at this seasonal open air farmers market which takes place every Thursday in Downtown Ventura. Main & California Streets.
Fee: FreeTime: 5 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 652.2089 - 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 - July 6 - August 31
-- Olde Towne Market in Lompoc
Market: A fun and exciting weekly event. South H Street, from Cypress Ave. to Ocean Ave. is closed to vehicular traffic, allowing the public to stroll through the area to sample great food, learn about local businesses and nonprofit agencies, enjoy the entertainment and meet old and new friends.
Fee: FreeTime: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 736.4567 - 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
-- California Wine Festival Day 2: Sunset Rare & Reserve Wine Tasting
Festival, Wine Education: The Friday night event begins with a champagne reception under the stars at Chase Palm Park Pavilion. Gourmet appetizers from Santa Barbara's finest chefs are served as the sun sets over the Pacific in this classic Santa Barbara setting.
Fee: $89 Advance/$100 At the Gate/VIP availableTime: 6:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 223.1880 - TBA
-- 22nd Annual "A Taste of Camarillo"
Festival, Benefit: Spend an afternoon sampling fine wines & gourmet foods. Enjoy live entertainment, boutique shopping, silent auction and opportunity drawing. Presented by the Meadowlark Service League. Adolfo Camarillo House, 201 Amarillo Ranch Road, Camarillo
Fee: $75 Advance/$85 At the GateTime: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 388.7158 - TBA
-- Old Fashioned 4th of July Celebration
Celebration, Live Music: Join the Goleta Historical Society at Rancho La Patera & Stow House for this 35th Annual Celebration. Experience turn-of-the-century traditions with hayrides, vintage cars and engines, dancing, ongoing on-stage musical entertainment, games and races for kids of all ages, tours of Stow House, BBQ, and much more. Bring folding chairs, blankets and spend the day. No dogs please. 304 N. Los Carneros, Goleta
Fee: $6 Adults/Children FreeTime: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 681.7216 - TBA
-- California Wine Festival Day 3: Beachside Wine Fest
Festival: This is the "Biggest Wine Fest Under the Sun" in Santa Barbara! Nearly 100 California wineries showcasing over 350 fine wines, live music, unlimited food sampling and wine sampling.
Fee: $49 Advance/$65 At the Gate/VIP AvailableTime: 11:30 a.m. p.m.-4 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 223.1880 - TBA
-- 4th of July Parade
Celebration: Celebrate our nation's Independence Day by joining the 47th Annual Santa Barbara 4th of July Parade. The Grand March begins at Micheltorena Street and proceeds down State Street to Old Town Santa Barbara, concluding at Cota Street. This year's theme is "America: Land of Promise".
Fee: FreeTime: 1 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 963.0611 - TBA
-- California Wine Festival Day 1: Old Spanish Nights
Festival, Wine Education: The 3-day California Wine Festival is the quintessential California wine tasting experience. The Thursday night event, Tapas and Wine Tasting, you will sample spicy tapas appetizers and local/regional world-class wines while classic Spanish dancers and driving Flamenco guitar chords bring the spirit of old Spain to life in the warm Santa Barbara night. Old De La Guerra Adobe, Downtown Santa Barbara
Fee: $39 Advance/$50 At the Gate/VIP AvailableTime: 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 223.1880 - TBA
-- Wine Auction Gala & Dinner
Celebration, Benefit: Join us for "A Taste of Camarillo Wine Auction Gala & Dinner" presented by Meadowlark Service League at the historic Camarillo Ranch. This very special event includes a live auction of fine and rare wines, special wines for your enjoyment plus gourmet menu and live music. 201 Camarillo Ranch Road, Camarillo
Fee: $60Time: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 388.7158
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