Week of Events
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
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,
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
Snowfall at Paseo Nuevo
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
The Good Good Show
The Good Good Show is a monthly stand up comedy show featuring the hottest comics working today that you've seen or heard on Comedy Central, Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, The Tonight Show, HBO's Crashing, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Netflix, FOX, Jimmy Kimmel, Sirius XM and more. FEATURING: Wayne Federman, Dave Getzoff, Julie Weidmann, Aaron Hertzog
Domingo (Sunday) Architectural Walking Tour
Domingo (Sunday) Architectural Walking Tour
Come join us for an architectural walking tour experiencing the historic art and architecture of downtown Santa Barbara as it was reborn after the 1925 earthquake. Hear the histories of the Arlington and Granada Theaters, stroll through La Arcada Court and discover hidden courtyards, fountains, murals and public art. The Architectural Foundation of Santa Barbara
Paseo Nuevo Gift Wrapping
Paseo Nuevo Gift Wrapping
Gift wrapping will be offered at the Peppermint Parlor periodically throughout the month of December, benefiting Life Chronicles© HOURS Thursday, 12/21: 12pm-8pm Friday, 12/22: 12pm-6pm Saturday, 12/23: 12pm-8pm Sunday, 12/24: 10am-6pm COST $5 for 1 gift; $4 each for two or more gifts. All funds and donations go directly to LifeChronicles, a local non-profit.
Christmas Eve Service
Christmas Eve Service
In case you’re wondering, yes we are having service on Christmas Eve day! Join us at 10 AM Sunday, December 24h at Unity of Santa Barbara for an inspirational message and music! Shawn Thies will be our guest vocalist joining Woody DeMarco and the band! Fellowship to follow.
Telescope Tuesday
Telescope Tuesday
Telescope Tuesday at Camino Real Marketplace. Observe the night sky through telescopes set up by the Astronomical Unit, the amateur astronomy club sponsored by the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History. It's free. We'll be set up in the plaza by the theater on the fourth Tuesday of each month, weather permitting. *** For 2024,
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