The 25th Annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival (SBIFF) continues its tradition of showcasing amazing films from all over the world, honoring world-class talent, stimulating panels and being one of the major stops on the road to the Academy Awards.    ($225 - $1600) COMPLETE LISTING, MAP & DIRECTIONS Santa Barbara International Film Festival WEBSITE    (805) 963-0761    OUR PROFILE ADD to my "FAVORITE EVENTS" Calendar   EMAIL A FRIEND

This may well be the closest to "heaven" you will ever get…in this lifetime. Captain Jack's Tours is proud to offer our newest and most breathtaking tour ever.    COMPLETE LISTING, MAP & DIRECTIONS Captain Jack's Tours WEBSITE    (888) 810-8687    OUR PROFILE ADD to my "FAVORITE EVENTS" Calendar   EMAIL A FRIEND

This is an experience you will never forget! You will not only visit 3 of the valley's most beautiful vineyards & wineries but you'll travel through some of the most breathtaking countryside you'll ever see. You'll also visit Cold Spring Tavern, an original stage coach stop built in the 1860s. The price includes all transportation with door to door service, as well as all your tasting fees. The tour also includes an olive oil and vinegar tasting, which for many of our guests is the highlight of the day.    COMPLETE LISTING, MAP & DIRECTIONS Captain Jack's Tours WEBSITE    (888) 810-8687    OUR PROFILE ADD to my "FAVORITE EVENTS" Calendar   EMAIL A FRIEND

This all inclusive tour includes a lunch at a secluded resort, all transportation, kayak paddle, beautiful hike, and amazing fun! Hotel Pickup. We also offer Horseback Riding-Glider Rides-Wine Tasting & Bicyle Tour   ($175.00 - $260.00) COMPLETE LISTING, MAP & DIRECTIONS Captain Jack's Tours WEBSITE    (888) 810-8687    OUR PROFILE ADD to my "FAVORITE EVENTS" Calendar   EMAIL A FRIEND

Captain Jack's Tours  Guided Horseback Ride! Get along little doggie & hold on to your hats! Experiance the Wild West of yesteryear...today.   ($42.00 - $160.00) COMPLETE LISTING, MAP & DIRECTIONS Captain Jack's Tours WEBSITE    (888) 810-8687    OUR PROFILE ADD to my "FAVORITE EVENTS" Calendar   EMAIL A FRIEND

Beyond: Visions of Planetary Landscapes paints a rarely seen and mesmerizing portrait of our Solar System with incredible aesthetic and scientific appeal. Award-winning filmmaker, journalist, and artist Michael Benson has digitally processed 40 years of raw imagery from NASA and European Space Agency missions to create seamless photographs of unprecedented clarity and realism.   ($0 - $10) COMPLETE LISTING, MAP & DIRECTIONS Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History WEBSITE    (805) 682-4711    OUR PROFILE ADD to my "FAVORITE EVENTS" Calendar   EMAIL A FRIEND

The great whales have rediscovered Santa Barbara. Over 27 species of whales, dolphins and porpoises come to our channel each year since 1990 to feed, mate and frolic... which makes Santa Barbara one of the best year 'round whale watching areas in the world. Our trips depart daily at 10am, returning at 2:30pm on the incredible CONDOR Express, one of the finest whale watching vessels in the world.   ($50 - $75) COMPLETE LISTING, MAP & DIRECTIONS Condor Express - SEA Landing WEBSITE    (805) 882-0088    OUR PROFILE ADD to my "FAVORITE EVENTS" Calendar   EMAIL A FRIEND

Two Japanese-themed exhibitions open the new year in Westmont’s Reynolds Gallery. “American Viewing Stones: Selections from the James and Alice Greaves Collection” showcases a contemporary adaptation on traditional Japanese suiseki or scholar’s stones. “Kiyoshi Saito Prints” highlights work by an influential Japanese artist that’s part of the college’s permanent collection. Both exhibitions open with a free, public reception on Thursday, January 14, 4-6 p.m., and will be on display through March 11. James Greaves will give a lecture during the reception at 5 p.m.    COMPLETE LISTING, MAP & DIRECTIONS Westmont College WEBSITE    (805) 565-6162    OUR PROFILE ADD to my "FAVORITE EVENTS" Calendar   EMAIL A FRIEND

Captain Jacks Tours  2 hour guided kayak tour of the Santa Barbara Harbor. Experience California's most beautiful harbor on this fun and easy tour. Our professionally guided tour includes a kayak lesson/briefing, and all kayaking gear.   ($25 COMPLETE LISTING, MAP & DIRECTIONS Captain Jack's Tours WEBSITE    (888) 810-8687    OUR PROFILE ADD to my "FAVORITE EVENTS" Calendar   EMAIL A FRIEND

On Monday through Friday (excluding holidays), join us from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm for Lunch N' Bowl! Just $15.00 per person. Please call ahead to confirm availability and to pre-order your food for groups of 6 or more.   ($15 COMPLETE LISTING, MAP & DIRECTIONS Z's Tap House & Grill WEBSITE    (805) 967-1028    OUR PROFILE ADD to my "FAVORITE EVENTS" Calendar   EMAIL A FRIEND

We'll escort you to 4 wine tasting destinations in one of our comfortable SUVs or vans. You'll enjoy tastings at 4 of the following locations: Summerland Winery tasting room, Carr Winery, Oreana Winery, Kalyra tasting room, Santa Barbara Winery, Kunin/Westerly or Coastal Winery. The tour includes a stop for lunch at the Bay Cafe & Fish Market or Pierre Lafond Bistro. This tour does not go into the Santa Ynez Valley, so we do not see vineyards.     COMPLETE LISTING, MAP & DIRECTIONS Captain Jack's Tours WEBSITE    (888) 810-8687    OUR PROFILE ADD to my "FAVORITE EVENTS" Calendar   EMAIL A FRIEND

Local artists and images represented are truly a mixed bag which include photography by Henry Fechtman, acrylics by Kim Adelman, watercolors by Deborah Wroblewski, mixed media by Ed Spaw, sculpture by "Bud" Bottoms and oils by Wyllis Heaton.    COMPLETE LISTING, MAP & DIRECTIONS Santa Barbara Arts WEBSITE    (805) 884-1938    OUR PROFILE ADD to my "FAVORITE EVENTS" Calendar   EMAIL A FRIEND

Captain Jack's Tours  Guided Horseback Ride! Get along little doggie & hold on to your hats! Experiance the Wild West of yesteryear...today.   ($42.00 - $160.00) COMPLETE LISTING, MAP & DIRECTIONS Captain Jack's Tours WEBSITE    (888) 810-8687    OUR PROFILE ADD to my "FAVORITE EVENTS" Calendar   EMAIL A FRIEND

Captain Jacks Tours  2 hour guided kayak tour of the Santa Barbara Harbor. Experience California's most beautiful harbor on this fun and easy tour. Our professionally guided tour includes a kayak lesson/briefing, and all kayaking gear.   ($25 COMPLETE LISTING, MAP & DIRECTIONS Captain Jack's Tours WEBSITE    (888) 810-8687    OUR PROFILE ADD to my "FAVORITE EVENTS" Calendar   EMAIL A FRIEND

Captain Jack's Tours  Guided Horseback Ride! Get along little doggie & hold on to your hats! Experiance the Wild West of yesteryear...today.   ($42.00 - $160.00) COMPLETE LISTING, MAP & DIRECTIONS Captain Jack's Tours WEBSITE    (888) 810-8687    OUR PROFILE ADD to my "FAVORITE EVENTS" Calendar   EMAIL A FRIEND