Ongoing Events- 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
-- 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 - 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 - 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
-- 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 - June 14 - September 23
-- Solvang Theaterfest
Performing Arts: Pacific Conservatory of the Performing Arts' (PCPA) open air theater hosts a summer theater season. Enjoy all sorts of performances, and some performances that will be completely new to you. Located at the Pacific Conservatory of the Performing Arts.
Fee: Call for information.Time: Call for information. Phone Number: (805) 686.1789 - 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 - 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
-- 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 - 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
-- 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
-- "Autumn on the Trail" Passport Event
Wine Education: Join us for the wonders of harvest in the beautiful Santa Ynez Valley. Taste our award-winning member wineries, tasty appetizers, a wine country logo glass and more!
Fee: $45Time: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone Number: (800) 563.3183 - TBA
-- 28th Annual Taste of the Town
Wine & Food Education: Join us for an epicurean adventure! The Taste of the Town is Santa Barbara's original tasting event, featuring savory samples from over 80 of Santa Barbara's finest restaurants and premier wineries. All proceeds benefit the Arthritis Foundation. Riveria Park Gardens. 2030 Alameda Padre Serra, Santa Barbara
Fee: $100 Advance/$125 At the DoorTime: 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 563.4685 - TBA
-- Flamenco Arts Festival
Performing Arts: Presenting world-class flamenco music and dance at the Lobero Theatre. This year's celebration includes a spectacular presentation with award-winning dancer, María Juncal. Juncal brings her company of dancers, guitarists, and singers from Spain to present her latest production, Tercera Llamada. Lobero Theater, 33 East Canon Perdido, Santa Barbara
Fee: $41-$63Time: 7:30 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 967.4164 - TBA
-- Solvang Jazz Festival 2009
Festival, Live Music: The Universal Guild for Jazz and Progressive Music (UGJPM) presents the 3rd Annual Solvang Jazz Festival! Located in the heart of the Central Coast wine country, in the charming Danish-inspired City of Solvang, the event celebrates America's indigenous musical art form under the leadership of Stix Hooper.
Fee: VariesTime: Call for information & tickets Phone Number: (425) 481.3274
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