’Tis the Season 2022

Santa Barbara’s Complete Guide to Holiday Happenings

By Terry Ortega | Photos by Fritz Olenberger | December 1, 2022

Christmas Trees
Lighting Ceremonies and Nativities
Holiday Health & Wellness
Parades and Lights
Holiday Fun for Children
Holiday Fun for Everyone
Arts, Dance, Theater, Concerts
Shopping
Classes/Workshops
Age 21+ Holiday Fun
New Year’s Eve

Every year, I look forward to curating the Indy’s ’Tis the Season Guide. We’ve gathered all the events of the season in one place, so you can peruse the guide and make plans or close your eyes and point to events that include parades in S.B., on Milpas, in Carpinteria, and on the waterfront; holiday workshops; events that are kid-friendly; events for those ages 21+; music and performances; shopping; lighting ceremonies and nativities; where to find Santa; and New Year’s Eve parties. We have also included a listing to assist those who have difficulty during this time, as our wish at the S.B. Independent is for our communities from Ojai to Lompoc (and everywhere else) to be safe and to create magical moments and memories with family and friends.

Christmas Trees

Anthony’s Christmas Trees Get just the right Christmas tree Thu., Dec. 1-Sat., Dec. 24. Mon.-Thu.: 9am-8pm; Fri.-Sat.: 9am-9pm; Sun.: 10am-7pm. Earl Warren Showgrounds, 3400 Calle Real. Free. Call (805) 966-6668 or email elves@anthonyschristmastrees.com. anthonyschristmastrees.com

Lane Farms Christmas Patch See farm animals and tractors and check out the corn maze while getting your fresh noble, Nordmann, or Douglas fir. December 1-20. Daily, 10am-8pm. Lane Farms, 308 S. Walnut Lane. Free. Call (805) 964-3773. lanefarmssb.com/chrismas-patch