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Spring Break in Santa Barbara

Between enticing outdoor adventures, flavorful culinary escapades and inspiring cultural attractions, all the ingredients for a good, old-fashioned vacation await you in sunny Santa Barbara. This guide showcases some of the best ways to plan a spectacular spring break in the Santa Barbara South Coast.

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The Piano & Me

Hershey Felder pulls back the curtain on his own story. Growing up in Montreal as the child of Polish and Hungarian immigrants. Featuring performances of beloved compositions by Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, Chopin, Liszt, Rachmaninoff and more.

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SB Literary Festival

The Santa Barbara Literary Festival is a weekend of bold conversations, bestselling authors, children’s programming and unforgettable ideas. From keynotes to intimate panels, SBLF brings readers and writers together in the heart of Santa Barbara.

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Celebrate Mother’s Day

Candle Bar 111 hosts a full weekend of Mother’s Day experiences, including a ceramic candle vessel workshop with Megan West and festive candle-pouring sessions with “mom”-osas. Perfect for celebrating the moms in your life. Workshops are expected to sell out, so be sure to reserve in advance.

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Mother's Day at The Set

Treat Mom to a special oceanfront Mother’s Day Brunch at The Set from 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. Soak in coastal views with live entertainment, savor brunch favorites with a California coastal twist and toast with signature mimosa flights. Seating is limited. Reserve your table today!

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Seven Delicious Days

Experience the flavors of Santa Barbara at the Santa Barbara Culinary Experience. Seven delicious days of events across the county celebrate the legacy of Julia Child, from farm tours and wine tastings to chef-led dinners and hands-on workshops. Tickets on sale now!

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Mark your calendar. In Santa Barbara there’s something to celebrate all year long.
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