Thanksgiving Day Pumpkin Smash at the Santa Barbara Zoo

November 26, 2015
http://www.sbzoo.org/event/thanksgiving-day-pumkin-smash/
Animal lovers are encouraged to get kids out of the house this Thanksgiving and come to the Zoo for a smashin' good time! Early closure: General admission tickets sales end at 2:30PM, membership admission ends at 3PM, Zoo closes at 3:30PM
805-963-6310

Candy Cane Train at the Goleta Train Depot

November 27, 2015 - November 29, 2015
https://store.goletadepot.org/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=EVE-CCT
The popular Candy Cane Train year-end family event, includes a ride on the festively-decorated miniature train, an assortment of holiday treats and favors! Those attending the event will also be able to enjoy the museum's holiday display, Toy Trains & Teddy Bears!
805-964-3540

'Twas the Night Before Christmas

November 29, 2015
http://www.edhat.com/site/tidbit.cfm?id=1476&nid=161690
Please join Inspire Dance Santa Barbara in its premiere of its first original storybook ballet, ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas.
(805)770-5295

Brad Nack 100% Reindeer Art Show at Roy Restaurant

December 03, 2015
http://www.santabarbaraca.com/things-to-do/events/Brad-Nack-100-Reindeer-Art-Show/19062/
A lively and rather wild art show, this exhibit will feature elegantly framed, small oil paintings of reindeer in the back room for one night only. As an added bonus the front room will feature a series of larger Reindeer paintings that will be on display through the end of the year.

Julefest Tree Lighting Ceremony at Solvang Park

December 04, 2015
http://www.solvangusa.com/things-to-do/solvang-julefest/
Enjoy Christmas music and dancing ballerinas and tap dancers performing along with the tree lighting at opening Julefest ceremony.
805-688-6144

The 11th annual Westmont Christmas Festival at First Presbyterian

December 04, 2015 - December 06, 2015
http://www.santabarbaraca.com/things-to-do/events/The-11th-annual-Westmont-Christmas-Festival/19135/
The 11th annual Westmont Christmas Festival, a popular family tradition in Santa Barbara, features early and contemporary holiday music.
805-565-7140

63rd Annual Downtown Holiday Parade: World A'Glow

December 4, 2015
http://www.downtownsb.org/do/63rd-annual-downtown-holiday-parade
Witness the marvel of the holidays as the 63rd Annual Downtown Santa Barbara Holiday Parade Presented by Consumer Fire Products, Inc. meanders down State Street to entertain and amaze children, families and the true believers.

Holiday Boutique at Garden Street Academy

December 05, 2015
http://www.gardenstreetacademy.org/holiday-boutique-2015/
Holiday Boutique on Saturday, December 5th from 9am to 1pm. The event is free, open to the public and a family-friendly affair. The boutique will feature several unique vendors with a wide variety of holiday gifts, photos with Santa and holiday treats.
805-680-1536

Holiday Marketplace at Wildling Museum

December 05, 2015
http://www.santabarbaraca.com/things-to-do/events/Holiday-Marketplace-at-Wildling-Museum/19009/
Ceramics, wood, fabric painting, photography, jewelry and more are represented in this year's Holiday Marketplace! Caroling, cookies and hot cider, a roaming polar bear and holiday crafts make this a fantastic family outing.
805-686-8315

Julefest Parade at Solvang Park

December 05, 2015
http://www.santabarbaraca.com/things-to-do/events/Julefest-Parade/18387/
Traditional Danish Julefest Parade through Solvang. Visit with Santa after the Julefest Parade.
805-688-6144

The 11th annual Westmont Christmas Festival

December 05, 2015 - December 06, 2015
http://www.santabarbaraca.com/things-to-do/events/The-11th-annual-Westmont-Christmas-Festival/19135/
The 11th annual Westmont Christmas Festival, a popular family tradition in Santa Barbara, features early and contemporary holiday music.
805-565-7140

Holiday Party at Santa Barbara Historical Museum

December 06, 2015
http://www.santabarbaramuseum.com/events.html
Swing into the holidays! Join us for an enchanting evening at the Museum while we ring in the season with curated cocktails, delicious appetizers, holiday music, dancing and glamorous 1940s-themed fun.
805-966-1601

Merry-Achi Christmas

December 06, 2015
http://ticketing.granadasb.org/single/PSDetail.aspx?psn=5775
Merry-Achi Christmas celebrates the traditions of Mexico during the Christmas season. Mariachi music accompanies folkloric dance as the show explores customs from across Mexico.
805-899-2222

Santa Barbara Parade of Lights

December 06, 2015
http://www.santabarbaraca.gov/gov/depts/waterfront/events/light_parade.asp
Beginning at 5:30PM, approximately 25 festively decorated and brightly lit boats will motor, sail and paddle the Santa Barbara Coastline and be judged in 5 different categories! Start the day at 3PM in the Santa Barbara Harbor at Santa's Village where families can play in fake snow and take photos with Santa. Don't miss the extravagant fireworks show at 7PM!
805-564-5530

Sandy Hackett's Rat Pack Christmas at the Granada Theater

December 09, 2015
http://theaterleague.com/santabarbara/rat-pack-christmas/?utm_source=santabarbaraca.com&utm_medium=calendar%20listings&utm_campaign=2015-16%20Santa%20Barbara%20RAT%20PACK%20XMAS
The show critics are calling “Extremely strong and hugely entertaining” is comin’ to town with holiday swing! Enjoy those swingin’ Rat Pack tunes along with all your Christmas favorites in this fun, entertaining and touching holiday show. SANDY HACKETT’S RAT PACK CHRISTMAS includes classic songs and holiday favorites from Frank, Dean, Sammy and Joey - the Rat Pack!
805-899-2222

Una Noche de Las Posadas

December 11, 2015
http://www.sbthp.org/#!calendar-/c1s8t
Las Posadas (The Inns) is the time-honored reenactment of Joseph and Mary's search for shelter in Bethlehem as it was once celebrated in Early California and is still observed throughout Mexico and South America.
805-965-0093

Deck the Barrels!

December 12, 2015
http://www.santabarbaraca.com/things-to-do/events/Deck-the-Barrels-/19131/
Deck the Barrels with Sanford Winery! Enjoy our Majestic Barrel Room decorated for the Holidays while indulging in Hors D’oeuvres paired with your favorite Sanford wines. We will have Holiday prizes, special discounts on magnums, Barrel Tastings and so much more!
805-735-5900

Nutcracker at The Arlington

December 12, 2015 - December 13, 2015
http://santabarbaranutcrackerballet.com/nutcracker-santa-barbara-festival-ballet-a-nutcracker-ballet-tradition/
A Cherished Santa Barbara Holiday Tradition, Nutcracker at the Arlington will be performed by Santa Barbara Festival Ballet at the Historic Arlington Theatre with Live, Full Symphony Orchestra.
805-963-4408

THE SANTA BARBARA CHORAL SOCIETY PRESENTS The Hallelujah Project 3

December 12, 2015 - December 13, 2015
http://www.lobero.com/events/sbcs-the-hallelujah-project/
Santa Barbara Choral Society and Orchestra present the third Annual production of this family-friendly, musical holiday tradition. Kick off the holiday season with the family-friendly holiday concert that’s becoming a Santa Barbara tradition!
805-963-0761

Solvang Julefest Holiday Wine About

December 13, 2015 - December 14, 2015
http://www.solvangusa.com/events/julefest-holiday-wine-beer-walk/
To get yourself in the holiday spirit (so to speak), how about marking your calendar and getting tickets now for the Solvang Julefest Holiday Wine About? 21 or older.
805-688-6144

Teddy Bear Tea

December 13, 2015
http://www.santabarbaraca.com/things-to-do/events/Teddy-Bear-Tea/18941/
Celebrate this annual holiday tradition benefiting local children's charities. Tea time inspired menus will be available for adults and children. The special team time designed for parent and child will certainly become a cherished memory for years to come. Keepsake photographs will be taken.
805-565-8232

State Street Ballet Presents The Nutckracker

December 19, 2015 - December 20, 2015
http://www.santabarbaraca.com/things-to-do/events/State-Street-Ballet-Presents-The-Nutckracker/19037/
Celebrate the magic of the holidays with this family favorite based on the classic story by E.T.A. Hoffman! Set to the unforgettable music of Tchaikovsky, the ballet tells the story of young Clara, who receives a beautiful toy Nutcracker on Christmas Eve. In her dreams, the Nutcracker comes to life, saving her from a band of hilariously evil rats and escorting her on a magical journey. They travel through the Land of the Snowflakes to the Kingdom of Sweets, where Clara dances and plays with beautiful and wondrous characters that can only exist in her dreams.
805-899-2222

New Year's Eve Bash w/Vaud & The Villains

December 31, 2015
http://www.sohosb.com/event/995559-new-years-eve-bash-vaud-santa-barbara/
Ring in the New Year with an over-the-top performance by Vaud and the Villains that is part rock & roll, part circus and always entertaining!
805-962-7776

New Year's Eve Disco Party

December 31, 2015
http://www.santabarbaraca.com/things-to-do/events/New-Year-s-Eve-Disco-Party/19067/
Boogie the night away to your favorite disco classics as Bacara Ballroom is transformed into a disco nightclub. Bump, hustle and shake your bootie while enjoying Chef action stations, party favors, a cash bar and a champagne toast to a funky 2016.

New Year's Eve Pops

December 31, 2015
http://ticketing.granadasb.org/single/PSDetail.aspx?psn=5339
Bid a celebratory farewell to 2015 as you spend New Year’s Eve entertained by favorites from stage, screen and Broadway. Widely considered Santa Barbara’s not-to-be-missed party, we’ll light up the Granada from 8:30 to 10:30 on New Year’s Eve, welcoming the new year in unforgettable style.
805-899-2222

New Year's with the Molly Ringwald Project

December 31, 2015
http://www.projectmolly.com/new-years-eve-2016
The greatest 80's dance band in California will be putting on a massive New Years Eve party at the Fess Parker Doubletree Resort in Santa Barbara in their 12,000 sq. foot ballroom. Tickets are limited to 1,000 people and they are already selling fast!