BE INSPIRED BY OUR TALENTED SANTA BARBARA YOUTH ENSEMBLES!
Free Fall Concerts Featuring Bizet, Mendelssohn, and More
As the only youth orchestra program in the region connected to a professional symphony and a college, The Symphony’s multi-level Youth Ensembles present a unique learning opportunity for young musicians to develop their skills and connect with the music and each other, and an opportunity for you to experience and applaud their achievements!
CAMERATA ENSEMBLE & PHILHARMONIA ORCHESTRA
This Saturday, November 11 @ 3:00 PM
First Presbyterian Church Santa Barbara
Under the expert leadership of Conductor Marisa McLeod, this concert features orchestral favorites by Dvořák, Handel & Tchaikovsky, as well as spooky tunes, holiday classics, and fun arrangements of jazz & pop standards!
SANTA BARBARA YOUTH SYMPHONY
This Sunday, November 12 @ 4:00 PM
The Lobero Theatre
Experience a delightful afternoon of classical masterpieces while supporting the Santa Barbara Youth Symphony! Under the skilled baton of Music Director and Westmont music faculty member Dr. Daniel Gee, this advanced ensemble of accomplished high-school-aged musicians will perform a dynamic classical program that also features soloist Ellen Butler, a Santa Barbara Youth Symphony Concerto Competition winner and gifted pianist.
JUST ANNOUNCED! Youth Ensemble Members to Perform with The Symphony and GrammyWinner Time for Three
If you haven't secured tickets for Symphonic Spectaculars featuring the Grammy®-winning trio Time for Three this Nov. 18 & 19 at the Granada Theatre, don't wait! This is going to be an unforgettable performance, especially when members of the Santa Barbara Symphony's Youth Ensemblesperform backup on one of Time for Three's popular songs. Check out this video clip of their moving performance of "Joy".
Wondering about celebrating Day of the Dead in Puerto Vallarta? Let us help! We’ve been living in Puerto Vallarta for over eight years collectively and have celebrated Día de Muertos many times in Mexico.
Celebrating the Day of the Dead in Puerto Vallarta is a fascinating cultural experience.
From the beautifully adorned altars to the flicker of candlelight guiding spirits home, the scent of marigold petals, and the melody of heartfelt songs, Puerto Vallarta embraces this age-old tradition with an authenticity and warmth that resonates deep within the soul.
As this artistic city fills with art, music, and the delightful flavors of traditional cuisine, visitors are invited to partake in one of Mexico’s most beloved traditions. This Day of the Dead travel guide has everything you need to know. See web listing for details.
This year will be filled with the true spirit of the holiday and great fun for families and children in the Malecon area where a huge Catrina, along with others donated by local groups like the Santa Barbara/Puerto Vallarta Sister Cities Committee, will be on display.
Mariachi music, delicious foods, colorful costumes will reign, and lots of candy for the kids will be given away by volunteers. A special mass at the Cathedral and visit to the cemetery is on the schedule for those wishing to remember their family members. Many activities at Mosiac Park will be taking place, along with activities in area parks and hotels.
All the hotels in the surrounding PV area have special accomodations andl activities on their schedule to celebrate the Mexican holy holiday and countless visitors will be arriving to take part in them. BC Visit: www.visitpuertovallarta.com for details.
Get into the Halloween spirit and enjoy safe & traffic-free trick-or-treating!
The Santa Barbara Zoo is excited to announce the return of its famous Halloween “spell-ebration” Boo at the Zoo on October 20-22 and 27-29, from 5 - 8 PM! With two full weekends (six nights) of fun for the whole family, there’s plenty of time to get into the Halloween spirit as the Zoo offers safe trick-or-treating and “monster-ous thrills and chills.
As one of Santa Barbara’s most beloved Halloween happenings, Boo at the Zoo features trick-or-treating, Zoo Train rides, a hay bale maze, creepy-crawly animal encounters, mad science experiments, bounce houses, dancing, and more! Tasty treats and booo-zy adult beverages are available for purchase.
Tickets are on sale now, $25 for adults, $18 for children (2-12), and Zoo Members get $3 off. Parking is $11/vehicle, free for Zoo Members. Click here to purchase tickets.
The Santa Barbara Zoo strives to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals to engage and participate fully. To request accommodations or for inquiries about accessibility, please email the accessibility team welcome@sbzoo.org.
About the Santa Barbara Zoo
The Santa Barbara Zoo is open daily from 9 a.m. for members and 9:30 a.m. for general admission until 5 p.m.; general admission is $25 for adults, $15 for children 2-12, and free for children under 2. Parking is $11. The Santa Barbara Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). AZA zoos are dedicated to providing excellent care for animals, a great visitor experience, and a better future for all living things. With more than 200 accredited members, AZA is a leader in global wildlife conservation and is the public’s link to helping animals in their native habitats. Visit www.sbzoo.org.
Big Wave Dave’s Pumpkin Patch, Daily through Oct. 31 from 12-9 p.m. (Closes at 6 p.m. on Halloween Day). Big Wave Dave’s is a great spot for picking that perfect pumpkin or festive gourd. Located at La Cumbre Plaza, this local patch offers a variety of kids activities, photo opportunities and an abundant selection of pumpkins to choose from. If you’re looking to add harvest décor to your home, pick from a variety of squash, ornamental gourds, corn stalks, hay bales and more. Cost: Admission is free
Lane Farms Pumpkin Patch, Sept. 24-Oct. 31, Monday-Friday from 12-7 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m.-7 p.m. (12-5 p.m. Halloween Day) Lane Farms has everything you need to get into the Halloween season with hayrides, farm animals, a corn maze, loads of pumpkins and the perfect backdrop for that festive, Instagrammable fall photo. Now through Oct. 31, embark on an afternoon of autumn activities that are safe and fun for the whole family. Cost: Admission is free
Solvang Farmer Pumpkin Patch, Sept. 24-Oct. 31 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Pumpkins, gourds, squash, oh my! The Solvang Farmer Pumpkin Patch returns for its annual autumn extravaganza with one-pound pumpkins and festivities galore, including corn stalks, hay bales, kids maze and a 10-acre corn maze. Cost: Admission is free
HALLOWEEN EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
Spooky Tours with Santa Barbara Ghost Tours, Ongoing Did you know that Santa Barbara is the city of friendly ghosts? For a fun, spooky scare, join Professor Julie Ann Brown as she tours you through the streets of Downtown Santa Barbara sharing the stories of the local resident ghosts. Santa Barbara Ghost Tours offers a variety of tours including the Downtown Paranormal Wine and Spirits Tour, Legends, Myths and Mayhem Tour, Dead of the Night Tour and more. For an elevated experience, the VIP Historical Dinner Tour provides exclusive access to a private, membership-only club for an elegant dinner with your guide. Storytelling begins over dinner and then continues with a historical walking tour. Cost: $35 to $150 per person, depending on the tour selected
Scarecrow Fest & Day in the Country, Oct. 15 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Head over the hill for the day to Los Olivos for a day in the country this Halloween season, where attendees can experience a fall parade, a Fun Run and food, live music, wine, beer and more from over 100 local vendors. The Scarecrow Festival runs throughout the month of October, so while you’re exploring a Day in the Country, don’t forget to vote for your favorite scarecrow in town. Cost: Admission is free
Boo at the Zoo, Oct. 21-30 from 5-8 p.m. Get ready for a fun and festive Halloween spell-ebration at the Santa Barbara Zoo. While visiting the animals, discover frightfully fun decor, photo ops and trick-or-treating. The ticket for this event includes a Zoo Train ride, mad science experiments, scare zone, dance party, creepy-crawly animal encounters and bounce houses. Additionally, no costume head or face masks will be permitted. Since this is a kid and family-friendly event, please keep costumes child-friendly and do not include gore or realistic weapons. Cost: $23 per adult, $18 per child
Witchy Paddle, Oct. 29 at 11 a.m. Enjoy a bewitching paddle tour this Halloween! Glide between boats and explore the Santa Barbara coastline with your spellbinding crew. Arrive in costume and receive 25% off your rental from Paddle Sports Center. Cost: Pricing starts at $27/hour
Thriller 2022, Oct. 29 at 2 p.m. Join World Dance for Humanity at the Santa Barbara Courthouse Sunken Gardens for a free, family-friendly thrills and chills daytime dance fest. Come in costume and watch dance groups perform their own spooky choreographies or perform your own! Leading up to the event, World Dance for Humanity invites you to learn a new Halloween dance medley. World Dance for Humanity has even organized a series of flash mobs in October to show off your new moves. No need to be a trained dancer, all ages and experience levels are invited to participate. Cost: Admission is free
Halloween Monster Mash at Paseo Nuevo, Oct. 29 from 3-6 p.m. Join DJ Frank in Paseo Nuevo’s Center Court for a Halloween Monster Mash. Don your best costume for an early evening of family fun, trick-or-treating and a few additional spooks. Cost: Admission is free
Trick-or-Treat in Downtown Santa Barbara, Oct. 29 from 3-6 p.m. Costumed children and their families are invited to visit the businesses of Downtown Santa Barbara for this festive Halloween event, creating a safe and fun trick-or-treating experience for the whole family. Cost: Admission is free
Spooky Train & Haunted Depot, Oct. 29 from 4-7 p.m. This spooky season, the South Coast Railroad Museum & Goleta Depot is bringing back this popular event, complete with popcorn, trick-or-treating, train rides, kids craft, games and more. Costumes are encouraged (but not required). Cost: Admission is free
Halloween Party in The Funk Zone, Oct. 29 from 7-10 p.m. Get your fill of witches’ brew and live music at Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co. this Halloween weekend. In addition to live tunes by local band Caddyshack, arrive in your best costume and enter the costume contest, which will be held at 9 p.m. Cost: Admission is free
Halloween Costume Cruise, Oct. 31, 12:30-3:30 p.m. Create a memorable tale as you embark on a Halloween sail. Join Santa Barbara Sailing Center aboard the Double Dolphin for an afternoon Halloween costume cruise along the Pacific. Filled with all treats and no tricks, DJ Gavin Roy will be spinning spooky tunes from the sea as you enjoy libations and candy from the crew.
21+ HALLOWEEN EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
Fields of Funk, Oct. 29 from 12-10 p.m. Moon-walk your way over to Elings Park, and get your groove on with Channel Tres, Frank Moody and Flamingosis. Fields of Funk is a Halloween music festival, and what better than to don your favorite costume, lay out some lawn chairs and picnic blankets and dance the evening away? Don’t miss the silent disco, roller skating, art installations, food trucks and full bar. Cost: Tickets start at $50 per person
Halloween Pub Crawl, Oct. 28, Check-in between 7-10 p.m. One pass to the Halloween Pub Crawl will get you free access to over 10+ bars and nightclubs in downtown Santa Barbara. Beginning at Institution Ale Company, your ticket to this all-night event includes a free welcome shot (at select venues), drink discount coupons, free nightclub entry passes and a crawl map to participating locations. Costumes are encouraged. Cost: $15-$30 per person
Halloween Painting Class, Oct. 29 at 6 p.m. Mixing wine with painting has never sounded spookier with the addition of this specialty Halloween class, where students can paint a Halloween scene and sip the night away at The Painted Cabernet. Cost: $40 per person
Haunted Ball at the Sunstone Villa, Oct. 29 from 7-10 p.m. It’s one of the best times of year in Santa Barbara wine country: The marriage of harvest and Halloween season always makes for a spook-tacular celebration. At Sunstone Winery, ghouls and ghosts (of drinking age!) are invited to attend an elaborate haunted ball, where there will be appetizers and light bites, an open bar serving Sunstone Wine and a costume contest with prizes. Cost: $125 per person for general admission, $100 per person for members
Experience a delightful afternoon of classical masterpieces while supporting the Santa Barbara Youth Symphony! Under the skilled baton of Music Dire
