• October 18 -- Los Olivos "Day in the Country"
  Family Fun: Los Olivos Business Organization presents this 28th annual day-long celebration. 100+ booths featuring art, crafts, food and fun line downtown streets; live music around the flagpole. 7:30-10am Breakfast at the Grange. 10am Parade. 11am-3pm BBQ at Lavinia Campbell Park. Los Olivos, CA
  Fee: FreeTime: 7:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 688.1222

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

• 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 -- 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

• 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

• Wine Education Series -- Tasting
  Wine Education: Every Monday through 2007 is our wine tasting series at the Wine Cottage Bistro featuring a region, varietal or other kind of theme tasting. Advance reservations are encouraged. 285 South Broadway, Orcutt.
  Fee: $20pp or $30 for 2Time: 5 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 934.4546

• Second Thursday of Every Month -- Wine Impressions: Sensory Evaluation of Wine
  Wine Education: Share your impressions of wines from around the world. Join fellow wine lovers for a blind tasting, sensory evaluation, and discussion of wines from a particular region. Wine Impressions meets every second Thursday of the month at Artiste Tasting Studio in downtown Santa Ynez.
  Fee: Call for reservations.Time: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 686.2626

• 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

• 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

• First Thursday of Every Month -- First Thursday
  Family Fun: On the first Thursday is a monthly series focused on downtown art and culture. Downtown art galleries will keep their doors open. Music, artist openings, demonstrations, and refreshments will be featured at participating venues. State Street will come alive on with public performances and interactive exhibits. Santa Barbara, CA
  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

• TBA -- 21st Annual California Avocado Festival
  Festival: The Avocado Festival has evolved into one of the largest festivals in CA with three days of fabulous food, terrific music, and great safe family fun. The events are located in downtown Carpinteria on Linden Ave. Park & Ride Shuttle Service available at Carpinteria High School on Foothill Rd. and Canalino Elem School on Linden Ave. $7 Per Car Load.
  Fee: FreeTime: 4p.m. - 9 p.m., 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 684.0038

• TBA -- California Lemon Festival in Goleta
  Festival: 16th Annual California Lemon Festival in Goleta at Girsh Park. Sumptuous lemon food, fantastic family atmosphere and a cornucopia of entertainment and activities. Goleta Fall Classic Car, Motorcycle and Street Rod Show on Saturday. Petting zoo and amusement park rides add to the many things that make the California Lemon Festival fun for the whole family.
  Fee: FreeTime: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sat., 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sun. Phone Number: (800) 646.5382

• TBA -- Loose Goose Wine Festival
  Festival: Captivate your senses at the 3rd Annual Loose Goose Wine Festival featuring wine tasting, gourmet cuisine, live entertainment, dancing, shopping, and a charity silent auction. Festival at Bridgeport Park, 23520 Bridgeport Lane, Santa Clarita.
  Fee: $40 Advance/$55 at the gateTime: 10/6 5 p.m. - 10 p.m.; 10/7 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Phone Number: (661) 799.WINE (9463)

• TBA -- Santa Barbara County Vintners' Visa
  Celebration: This is your long week-end pass to 12 of your favorite participating wineries! In addition to waiving tasting fees, the participating wineries may be offering barrel tastings, special library selections, and food & wine pairings. Call for information. Please note not all wineries are open on all four days.
  Fee: $35/ $25 when purchased with festival ticketTime: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., depending on winery Phone Number: (805) 688.0881

• TBA -- The Santa Barbara Ocean Film Festival
  Performing Arts: The Santa Barbara Ocean Film Festival is a competitive filmmaking event developed to bring the finest ocean films from around the world to Santa Barbara for screenings. At its core, the festival is a visually stunning event, capturing the beauty, the power and the grace of the sea and its inhabitants.
  Fee: $10-$50Time: All Day Phone Number: (805) 845.4098

• TBA -- 6th Annual Taste of the Vine & Auction
  Benefit: Enjoy the bounty from over 30 purveyors of fine wine and gourmet food, live and silent auctions and flamenco rumba style music by the Luna Gitana Band. This sell-out event is held at the Santa Barbara Women's Club at Rockwood in Mission Canyon.
  Fee: $75 Advance/$85 at the door Time: 2 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Phone Number: (805) 682.7640