Fun & Games

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Vacations are all about letting loose and sharing good times with friends, family and partners. So, consider infusing some structured yet playful fun into your next Santa Barbara experience. Our community’s go-to gaming destinations run the gamut from traditional bowling lanes and arcades to futuristic virtual reality centers and creatively curated digital scavenger hunts. The common thread? The potential for bonding, making memories and bringing out the competitive spirit in all ages.

Fun & Games in Santa Barbara

Amazing Scavenger Hunt Adventure – Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara is your game board. Are you ready to play? Experience the ORIGINAL Amazing Race — style scavenger hunt — often imitated, never duplicated. Urban Adventure Quest transforms Santa Barbara into a self-paced, clue-solving…

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Ice in Paradise

Ice in Paradise is an ice skating sports and recreational facility in Goleta that offers public ice skating sessions and a variety of ice sports, including figure skating and hockey. With numerous classes and sessions to serve the greater Santa…

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MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation

Ignite your mind at MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation, Santa Barbara’s one-of-a-kind destination for hands-on scientific and creative experiences. Located in the flourishing Funk Zone neighborhood, MOXI invites kids, families…

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Earl Warren Showgrounds

The Earl Warren Showgrounds is a multi-use community center just 10 minutes outside of downtown Santa Barbara. The showgrounds host events throughout the year that attract visitors and locals alike. Located off Highway 101, guests can easily access…

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Chumash Casino

Nestled in the heart of the Santa Ynez Valley, Chumash Casino is your invitation to step away from the everyday and settle into a laid-back escape where comfort and entertainment all come together. The vibrant casino floor features the latest slot…

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Additional Experiences

5-Day Family Vacation

Families traveling to Santa Barbara will find plenty to do together—from relaxing on the beach to kid-friendly offerings both inside and out.
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