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New Exhibit: California Missions by Edwin Deakin

New Exhibit: California Missions by Edwin Deakin October 5, 2023 – February 18, 2024   The California mission system left behind an architectural legacy, which artist Edwin Deakin began to document in the 1890s. By that time, several of the missions were in a state of disrepair and decay and there was growing alarm that

Free

“Depth of Field” Exhibit at SB Botanic Garden Gallery

Though originally taken for scientific purposes, the images of California native plants in a new exhibit at the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden’s Gallery were photographed using a specialized technique that created dramatic portraits against a black background. “Depth of Field: Botanical Photography Through the Low-key Lens” features images taken over a period of fifty years

Free

Santa Barbara ZooLights

See the Zoo in a whole new light at  ZooLights! Enjoy this immersive holiday experience featuring thousands of handcrafted silk-covered lanterns aglow with more than 50,000 LED bulbs. Walk through the Zoo and enjoy the illuminated lanterns showcasing animal and nature scenes that represent wild places from around the world. Discover ocean animals, beautiful birds,

$18 – $32

Santa Barbara Dentist to Brighten the Holidays with Food and Toy Drive

Santa Barbara Dentist to Brighten the Holidays with Food and Toy Drive Santa Barbara dentist, Dr. Michael Carley, is once again stepping up to make a difference. This time, it's all about spreading joy and warmth during the holiday season with the Food and Toy Drive. Individuals are encouraged to bring any non-perishable food or

An Enchanted Winter Wonderland: SYV Holiday Lights Festival

River View Park 151 Sycamore Drive, Buellton

Embark on a breathtaking journey through a world filled with twinkling lights, festive decorations, falling snow, live reindeer, Santa's corner & holiday cheer...an immersive experience you'll remember for a lifetime!

$25

Life’s Ups and Downs: An Evening of One Act Plays

Wake Auditorium/Schott Auditorium Wake (310 N. Turnpike Rd.), Schott (12/7 only) (300 W. Pueblo), Santa Barbara

SBCC School of Extended Learning Acting for Older Adults, and its production arm, Theatre Eclectic, present Life's Ups and Downs: An Evening of One Act Plays, filled with comedies and dramas, some written by our own local playwrights.  Appropriate for adults and young adults 13+.  This is free public theater, so admission for all shows

Free

The Good Good Show

Night Lizard Brewing Co. 607 State Street, Santa Barbara

The Good Good Show is Santa Barbara's longest running monthly stand up comedy show featuring the hottest comics working today that you've seen or heard on Comedy Central, CONAN, Jimmy Kimmel, Funny or Die, Fox, TruTV, Sirius XM and more. FEATURING: Matt O'Brien, Mahesh Kotagi, Julie Weidmann, Lynn Maleh and Hannah Gansen. Come have some

$10

New Exhibit – Seasonal Soirées: Santa Barbara’s Evening Couture 1880-1980

New Exhibit - Seasonal Soirées: Santa Barbara's Evening Couture 1880-1980 December 8, 2023 - April 13, 2024 Our area’s reputation as a tourist destination with its exclusive clientele and luxury hotels coupled with Santa Barbara’s own high society and glittering galas made the city a magnet for the latest in high fashion. Guest curator Sharon

Free

Snowfall at Paseo Nuevo

Paseo Nuevo 651 Paseo Nuevo, Santa Barbara

Join us every weekend for snowfall at Paseo Nuevo! This event takes place every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. from December 1-24, 2023

Free

Winter Gift-Making Workshop

Children ages 5-12 gain inspiration from works of art in the Museum’s collection to draw, paint, print, collage, and sculpt artful gifts to share with friends and family. Ridley Tree Education Center, 1600 Santa Barbara Street $120 SBMA Member $150 Non-Member

$120 – $150
Event Series Sabado (Saturday) Architectural Walking Tour

Sabado (Saturday) Architectural Walking Tour

Come join us for an architectural walking tour of historic buildings in downtown Santa Barbara. Hear the rich anecdotal history of buildings such as de la Guerra Adobe, El Paseo, Meridian Studios, Lobero Theatre among others. The Architectural Foundation of Santa Barbara offers its Sabado Architectural Walking Tour each Saturday beginning at 10:00am. Tour leaves

Holiday at the Ranch

Rancho La Patera & Stow House 304 North Los Carneros Road, Goleta

It's that time of year again! Join the Goleta Valley Historical Society for our annual Holiday at the Ranch! Meet Santa and his rein-goats, enjoy festive holiday music, go for a tractor ride, and much, much more! There will be children's crafts, tours of Stow House decked out in its holiday best, local craft vendors,

$5 – $10
Event Series Storytime with Mrs. Claus

Storytime with Mrs. Claus

Co-Sponsored by Chaucer's Books, Mrs. Claus (Nancy Nufer) and her elf Twinkletoes (Aveline Von Staden) will read holiday stories and conduct sing-a-long carols at Skin Deep on Saturday, December 9th. Two presentations: 11:00am and 1:00pm. Refreshments provided. (Best suited to ages 3-8)

Free

Clay Studio SB Winter Holiday Market Dec. 9

Clay Studio SB, a non-profit community ceramics studio in Goleta, will be hosting its Winter Holiday Market on December 9th from 11AM-4PM. Over 30 ceramic artists will be selling their handcrafted creations. This is a great opportunity to connect with the local artist community and visit a one-of-a-kind 3D arts facility. The Holiday Market will

Book Signing and Cookie Decorating with Elizabeth Poett

Santa Barbara Museum of Art 1130 State Street, Santa Barbara

Join the SBMA Museum Store for a unique opportunity to decorate cookies with cookbook author Elizabeth Poett on December 9 from 12 to 2 pm! Elizabeth is the author of the newly released book “The Ranch Table,” which outlines meals inspired by her life spent on her family’s 14,000-acre ranch on Santa Barbara’s Central Coast.

Free

Streets of Vintage Holiday Market

De La Guerra Place 20 E De La Guerra Street, Santa Barbara

Join us at De La Guerra Place for our Mistletoe Mall, a series of different holiday markets that highlights small businesses here in Santa Barbara! Streets of Vintage Holiday Market will be your one stop shop this holiday season for unique and locally crafted holiday gifts! Saturday, December 9th: 10am-6pm Sunday, December 10th: 10am-6pm Saturday,

Free
Event Series Storytime with Mrs. Claus

Storytime with Mrs. Claus

Co-Sponsored by Chaucer's Books, Mrs. Claus (Nancy Nufer) and her elf Twinkletoes (Aveline Von Staden) will read holiday stories and conduct sing-a-long carols at Skin Deep on Saturday, December 9th. Two presentations: 11:00am and 1:00pm. Refreshments provided. (Best suited to ages 3-8)

Free

Winter of Wellness: Gut Health Pickling Party

Paseo Nuevo 651 Paseo Nuevo, Santa Barbara

Learn more about gut health and how to improve immunity this winter season! We will discuss the importance of gut microbiome, the role of prebiotics and probiotics and how to make your own homemade sauerkraut and pickled vegetables. HOSTED BY: WELL WITH RYNELL, Holistic Health Coach COST: $25 Cost includes the mason jars, food ingredients

$25

Santa Barbara Festival Ballet Presents The Nutcracker at Arlington Theatre

Santa Barbara Festival Ballet is proud to announce its 48th annual production of The Nutcracker, a cherished holiday tradition returning to The Arlington Theatre. Embrace the magic of the season with three performances on Saturday and Sunday, December 9th and 10th. This event promises to be a heartwarming and festive celebration of the holidays, suitable

$30 – $65

Santa Barbara Music Club Free Concert December 9, 2023

First United Methodist Church 305 E. Anapamu Street 305 E. Anaapamu Street at Garden, Santa Barbara, SANTA BARBARA

SANTA BARBARA MUSIC CLUB HOLIDAY CONCERT AND RECEPTION   The Santa Barbara Music Club’s annual Holiday Concert and Reception is back!  On Saturday, December 9, the Santa Barbara Music Club presents a festive and varied concert at First United Methodist Church, 305 E. Anapamu St, Santa Barbara.  This concert features guitarists David and Joseph Malvinni

Free

Christmas Concert under the Byzantine Dome

Back by popular demand, the Director of Opera Santa Barbara, a celebrated soprano, and the award winning San Marcos High School Madrigals perform songs of the season

Hospice of Santa Barbara’s 40th Annual Light Up A Life

40th Annual Light Up a Life Ceremony    Join Hospice of Santa Barbara for their 40th Annual Light Up A Life. This beloved community tradition takes place to remember and honor those you miss this holiday season.  Light Up a Life will host four ceremonies, featuring speakers and special guests, entertainment, refreshments, and the lighting

Free
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Light Up A Life 2023

Join us for this beloved community tradition of remembering and honoring those you miss this holiday season. Each ceremony will feature speakers and special guests, entertainment, refreshments, and the lighting of a memorial tree. Please come to one or more of our Light Up A Life ceremonies, and hang a star in memory of a

The Aux Ball: Celebrating the Eras

The Aux Ball: Celebrating the Eras is not only a celebration of the Regency Era's opulence and charm but also a tribute to all the eras of the Music Academy - spanning more than 70 years, and supporting its mission to advance and develop the next generation of musical talent, and inspire global audiences.  

$175
Event Series Winter Wonderland at Camp Arnaz

Winter Wonderland at Camp Arnaz

Camp Arnaz 155 Sulfur Mountain Rd, Ventura, CA 155 Sulphur Mountain Rd, Ventura

The Girl Scouts of California’s Central Coast (GSCCC) welcomes all to experience an enchanting Winter Wonderland this Holiday Season at Camp Arnaz. Immerse yourself in the sights of thousands of twinkling lights and holiday music as Camp Arnaz is transformed into a fantastic festival featuring dazzling lights, holiday horses, Santa’s elves, and delightful treats. Guests

$20

Santa Barbara Festival Ballet Presents The Nutcracker at Arlington Theatre

Santa Barbara Festival Ballet is proud to announce its 48th annual production of The Nutcracker, a cherished holiday tradition returning to The Arlington Theatre. Embrace the magic of the season with three performances on Saturday and Sunday, December 9th and 10th. This event promises to be a heartwarming and festive celebration of the holidays, suitable

$30 – $65

Tango Movie Night: The Tango Lesson

Miss Daisy Consingment & Auction House 3845 State Street, Santa Barbara

1997 Semi-autobiographical movie by Sally Potter, starring Potter and Pablo Veron. Shot in Paris and Buenos Aires. After the movie, Fernanda will lead a lively conversation with the group. Light refreshments will be provided Following the movie screening, we will have a lively discussion about what is true, and what is myth, with Maestra Fernanda Ghi.

$10

Monthly Public Star Party

Monthly Public Star Party at the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History See the wonders of the night sky through telescopes set up by the Astronomical Unit, the amateur astronomy club sponsored by the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History. Star parties are held on the second Saturday of every month, weather permitting, next to

Free
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Monthly Public Star Party at Museum of Natural History

Monthly Public Star Party at the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History December 9, 2023 from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. See the wonders of the night sky through telescopes set up by the Astronomical Unit, the amateur astronomy club sponsored by the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History. Star parties are held on the

The Cornadoes Present: It’s a Very Corny Christmas

Unitarian Society of Santa Barbara 1535 Santa Barbara Street, Santa Barbara

Celebrate the holiday season with a jolly night of improvised comedy, hosted by The Cornadoes! Following a special featured performance by STEVE!, The Cornadoes will deck the halls with their own style of improv shenanigans. The party continues with a short form jam, in which anyone is invited to play an improv game on stage

$10
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