It’s time to break out your favorite sweater because Fall is around the corner! We welcome cooler days perfect for hiking, camping, wine tasting, and more. Here’s how you can catch us hanging out this October:
California Avocado Festival
WHEN: October 3rd – 5th
WHERE: Downtown Carpinteria on Linden Avenue between Carpinteria Avenue and 6th Street
Three days of peace, love, and guacamole await, with over 60 live bands across three stages, dozens of vendors, delicious food, and plenty of ways to celebrate all things avocado. From unique eats to local crafts and non-profits, it’s a vibrant community gathering in the heart of Carpinteria.
Santa Barbara Harbor & Seafood Festival
WHEN: October 18th
TIME: 10 AM-5 PM
WHERE: Santa Barbara Harbor
This is your opportunity to meet all the local fishermen who catch fish in the area! Come to various food booths like fish tacos, oysters, mussels, barbecued albacore, fresh crab, clam chowder, and seafood paella. There will be live music as well!
Ultimate Sea Cave Kayak Tour at Channel Islands National Park
WHEN: Select days in October
WHERE: Scorpion Anchorage on Santa Cruz Island
This epic, full-day adventure is our longest kayak tour and is available only through the fall. Guests will kayak in and out of scenic sea caves and through giant kelp forests in one of the most biologically diverse marine areas in the world. — Book Now
Visit a Pumpkin Patch
WHEN: Every day in October
Get in the Fall-spirit by visiting a pumpkin patch. Here are a couple of options in town:
• Big Wave Dave – La Cumbre Plaza in the Macy’s parking lot
• Lane Farms Pumpkin Patch – 308 S. Walnut Lane, Goleta, CA 93117
Santa Barbara Oktoberfest
WHEN: October 4th
TIME: 11AM-5PM
WHERE: Chase Palm Park
Enjoy German music, food, beer, games, and dancing in a lively, family-friendly atmosphere. Guests can also join a best-dressed contest, with proceeds from tickets benefiting a local mental wellness residential center.
Harvest Season Santa Ynez Wine Tour
WHEN: Every day in October from 10 am to 5 pm
WHERE: Includes pick-up/drop-off in Santa Barbara and transportation to Santa Ynez Valley
Harvest season is here in Santa Barbara Wine Country. Join us for a wine tour during this beautiful and festive time of year! — Book Now
Santa Barbara Vintners Festival
WHEN: October 18th
TIME: 1-4 PM
WHERE: Vega Vineyard & Farm
Sip your way through wines from 50+ local wineries, taste regional cuisine, and enjoy live music while wandering vineyard grounds, with early entry offering a more intimate experience with winemakers and chefs.
Harbor Wildlife Kayak Tour
WHEN: Every day in October
TIME: Departing at 10 AM and 1 PM
WHERE: Santa Barbara Harbor
Join us for a relaxing introduction to kayaking where we’ll take a 2-hour paddling adventure around the Santa Barbara shoreline. This tour is the perfect half-day activity and a great introduction to the exciting sport of sea kayaking. Fun and affordable for the whole family! — Book Now