HAPPY WEEKEND!

Are you looking for a weekend getaway filled with sun, sand, and fun? Tucked away on the stunning California coast, Santa Barbara offers a variety of activities and events to suit any taste. In this weekend guide, we will highlight some of the must-see events and attractions in Santa Barbara to help you make the most of your visit. 

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The Seven Deadly Sins

When: March 22-23, 2025
Where: Granada Theatre | 1214 State StreetrnSuite 102 Santa Barbara, CA 93101


The sensational and sultry Storm Large will get the pulse-racing with her unique take on Kurt Weill’s seductive The Seven Deadly Sins for two shows: March 22 at 7:30 pm and March 23 at 3 pm.
“A punk goddess,” declares Playboy.  “An intoxicating cocktail of power and vulnerability,” raves the Times of London.  “With the bawdiness and charisma of a young Bette Midler, she is destined to be one of the most electrifying performers of her time,” says Portland’s PDX Magazine, “You’re going to be wowed, maybe choking back tears.  Nobody should be able to sing like that…”  This concert draws you into the smokey, sensual world of cabaret, with works by Jacques Ibert, William Grant Still, and Jessie Montgomery. 

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Carr Winery Spring Release Party

When: March 22, 2025 at 3 P.M. - 6 P.M.
Where: Carr Winery | 414 North Salsipuedes Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Save the date to celebrate Carr Winery’s new Spring Release wines. They will be pouring new white, rosé and red selections for your enjoyment paired with delectable bites and live music!Enjoy wine tasting and wines by the glass, live music with The Gravy Band, White Caps Food Truck serving up lobster rolls, salads, sandwiches, and more, and, of course, new Spring release wines!

This event is for ages 21+. Sorry, no dogs allowed.

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Painting in the Vineyard

When: March 22, 2025 at 11 A.M. - 2 P.M.
Where: Sunstone Winery | 125 N. Refugio Rd. Santa Ynez, CA 93460


Are you looking for something unique to do in Santa Barbara County Wine Country? Why not join us at the picturesque Sunstone Winery to grab a glass of wine and a paintbrush?!
Our painting in the vineyard classes provide a beautiful, stress-free environment that will both inspire your creative spirit and indulge the wine-lover in you. Don’t consider yourself an artist just yet? Don’t worry. Our trained artist will walk you through the entire painting process step-by-step. No previous painting experience is necessary. You’ll be amazed at what you can create in just a few hours- even if you’ve never picked up a paintbrush in your life!
Ticket includes a tasting of Sunstone wine and all the supplies necessary to create your landscape.

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Blueprints of Nature: Cyanotype Printing

When: March 22, 2025 at 9 A.M. - 2 P.M.
Where: White Buffalo Land Trust's Center for Regenerative Agriculture | 3635 Jalama Road Lompoc, CA 93436


Cyanotype uses light-sensitive iron salts to create beautiful deep blue and soft white photographic prints. With hands-on instruction, you’ll craft your own artistic silhouettes onto a flour sack towel set using a diversity of plants, rocks, and found items gathered from the land. We invite you to enjoy the beauty of the ranch while creating a gift for loved ones or yourself! While your cyanotypes dry, we’ll gather for a nourishing meal highlighting local seasonal food. Throughout the day, we’ll engage in discussions on the upcoming holiday season and how everything from the gifts we give to the food we share can support the regeneration of our local ecosystem, foster connection to place, and reinvigorate culture and community.
All materials will be provided, including exposure materials, flour sack towels, and other supplies.

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Yoga Soup 19th Anniversary Celebration

When: March 22, 2025 at 6 P.M. - 11 P.M.
Where: Yoga Soup | 28 Parker Way Santa Barbara, CA 93101


Join Yoga Soup to celebrate the ordinary miracle of their 19 years of growth, service and community. This gathering is both an expression of gratitude for all that they’ve come to be over the past 19 years and a fundraiser to support this current era of expansion at the studio and for the community. You can choose our base ticket or a supporting ticket as your contribution, and also participate in a silent auction in support of our new studio space during the event.

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Chocolate & Art Workshops

When: March 23, 2025 at 6 P.M. - 11 P.M.
Where: Menchaca Chocolates | 4141 State Street E-1 Santa Barbara, CA 93110


Arrive at this little, half-way underground chocolate factory, snuggled back in the corner of El Mercado. You will be offered an apron and proceed over to an old cabinet where you will see examples of the wooden Chocolate Box Projects available for you to make. Then you will receive your blank box and be guided to either the Art Bar or the Chocolate and await further instruction.


You will then spend your time Making Chocolate inside and embellishing (painting) your box container outside. It’s self-paced so enjoy getting into it!

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Happy Hour for Nosh & Nibbles

When: March 23, 2025 at 3 P.M. - 6 P.M.
Where: Terra | 5490 Hollister Ave Santa Barbara, CA 93111


Terra offers a daily happy hour where you can indulge for a taste of local and organic California fare such as their Farmers Cheese and Charcuterie Board and Goleta Guacamole & House-Made Chips. Try organic botanical cocktails or enjoy discounted draft beer and wines by the glass. Sip and savor indoor at Terra lobby bar, by the fireplace or on the garden lawn by the outdoor firepit.

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Sunday Fundays

When: March 23, 2025 at 2 P.M. - 4 P.M.
Where: SAMsARA Wine Co. | 6485 Calle RealrnSuite E Goleta, CA 93117


Join SAMsARA Winery & Tasting Room in Goleta weekly for Sunday Fundays featuring live music and wine specials from 2 – 4 pm!

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Bossa Nova Brunch

When: March 23, 2025 at 11:30 A.M. - 3 P.M.
Where: El Encanto, a Belmond Hotel | 800 Alvarado Place Santa Barbara, CA 93103

Explore the rich, tantalizing flavors of Latin America intertwined with coastal influences, all while immersing yourself in the spirited melodies of live jazz. Every Sunday, delight in a diverse array of a la carte brunch starters and timeless classics, or embark on a culinary journey with our prix fixe menu (Adults: $110; Children under 12: $55).


Quench your thirst with invigorating cold-pressed juices, freshly brewed coffee, and artisanal espresso. For guests aged 21 and older, elevate your experience with our handcrafted specialty cocktails or indulge in bottomless mimosas or champagne.

We hope you enjoyed our weekend guide and have a fun-filled weekend ahead!

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