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Santa Barbara
Saturday, November 29th, 2025
Good morning, Santa Barbara. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 29th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Santa Barbara Improvement Association announced that key roads will be closed on December 5 for the Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Block Party — loading and unloading begin at 10 a.m. with full closures from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. — and the celebration will run from 6 to 8 p.m. in front of the historic Arlington Theatre. Edhat
- ➤ Unity Shoppe and Anthony’s Christmas Trees have partnered for the holiday season to raise essential funds for year-round programs that support local families. Anthony’s opened on November 28 at the Earl Warren Showgrounds and will offer a dollar off tree purchases for each donated canned good and twenty dollars off for every new toy—donations that help provide meals and grocery trips until December 24. Edhat
- ➤ Ice in Paradise, a nonprofit founded in 2015, provided affordable ice-skating programs and celebrated 10 years of service in October while serving skaters, hockey players, and local school programs. The organization will replace its aging Zamboni soon— a key tool in maintaining safe ice activities— to keep supporting the community. Noozhawk
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Two cannabis projects in the western Carpinteria Valley ended this fall after facing strong community opposition and a crowded market — Island Breeze Farms was sold to Shane Brown, who will convert it into a tree nursery, while plans for The Roots pot shop expired amid local resistance. Edhat
- ➤ Today, Small Business Saturday brings special discounts and offers to downtown Santa Barbara where local stores like Art and Soul, Asher Market, and Float Luxury Spa are hosting deals—organizers say these promotions boost the local economy—so residents are encouraged to shop local. Edhat
- ➤ After three delays, SpaceX launched its Falcon 9 rocket at 10:44 a.m. on Friday from Vandenberg Space Force Base carrying 140 payloads—including Umbra-11 from a Santa Barbara-based company—that will help transport diverse satellites into orbit. The booster completed its mission and landed safely on a droneship as separation of the payloads finished two hours later. Noozhawk
- ➤ Local shops in Santa Maria are gearing up for Small Business Saturday today. Apricot Lane Boutique is expecting more foot traffic and plans special deals and giveaways—owner Enrique Limon said these efforts will help keep money in the community. KSBY
- ➤ Local shoppers formed long lines last night for 6 a.m. store openings today—seeking holiday deals with discounts from 20 percent to 50 percent. Retailers at outlet centers and department stores reported that in-person shopping still offers the chance to pick the right item, even as online sales remain strong nationally. KEYT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Seven historic hotels in Santa Barbara, like Simpson House Inn, El Encanto and San Ysidro Ranch continue to welcome guests with modern amenities while keeping their vintage charm—preserving a rich legacy in architecture and celebrity history. Many of these landmarks have survived fires and earthquakes and have hosted notable figures—reflecting the city's enduring cultural appeal. Edhat
- ➤ Downtown Santa Barbara is changing into a strong arts center as local groups fix up theaters and plan new film and music centers while shoppers now seek experiences after many stores shifted online — community leaders are boosting cultural programming to revive the historic district. Santa Barbara Independent
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On November 27 at 3:10 p.m., a 3.2 earthquake hit near Santa Barbara with its center 16 km north of Santa Barbara Island and 5.4 km deep, and no damage or injuries were reported while the USGS urged residents who felt shaking to submit a report (advising them to follow safety precautions). Edhat
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Downtown Santa Barbara Improvement Association released new cleanup statistics for its downtown beautification project begun in September — crews pressure washed blocks, removed graffiti, and picked up over 50,000 pounds of trash from State, Chapala and Anacapa streets. The project is making downtown safer and cleaner, and a dedicated hotline will soon be set up for service requests. Edhat
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Rising rents in Santa Barbara force longtime tenants to move as housing costs continue to climb rapidly. Advocates say rent stabilization can slow these fast increases (helping protect affordable housing) while current rates remain unchanged. Santa Barbara Independent
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local high schools dominated Channel League girls tennis this fall as Dos Pueblos' Mel Mayo and Santa Barbara High's Nicole Buist shared the singles MVP honor while San Marcos' Kate Selby and Tate Jaeger took the doubles title, and teams earned 25 All-League honors overall. Noozhawk
- ➤ Miro Little made 10 free throws on Friday, including two with three seconds left, to give UCSB a win with a score of 72 to 70 over Lehigh at the Resorts World Classic—his perfect free throw record helped secure the victory. The win sets up today’s championship game against Seattle at 1:30 p.m. Noozhawk
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Swan Lake
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Arlington Theatre — Family-friendly event — Experience the world’s most in-demand ballet with a full-scale production of Tchaikovsky’s legendary masterpiece.
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Indigenous Market
11 a.m.-3 p.m. — 3227 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA — Free admission — Celebrate local native artists and enjoy vibrant traditional performances at this cultural arts fair.
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Christmas Mariachi Festival
7-10 p.m. — Lobero Theatre — Pre-sale available — Experience a festive evening with El Mariachi Estrella de Mexico and the largest mariachi in the world.
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8th Annual Winter Music Showcase
6:00-7:30 p.m. — The Granada Theatre — Tickets available — Celebrate the winter season with an evening of live musical performances.
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Introduction to Spring 6, Spring Boot 3, and Spring REST Class
December 15th - 19th — GSA Training, Santa Barbara, CA — Call for pricing — Enhance your programming skills with comprehensive training on Spring technologies.
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3rd Friday’s Lunch Hang
12-1:30 p.m. — The Cruisery, 501 State St, Santa Barbara, CA — Free entry — Meet locals in your 20s and 30s for lunch and great conversation while making new friends.
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Christmas Day Buffet
12-7 p.m. — Finch & Fork — Reservations recommended — Celebrate the season with a lavish buffet featuring seafood, carving stations, and delectable desserts.
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The Gift of Christmas Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Lobero Theatre — Ticket pricing varies — Experience an unforgettable evening with Jim Brickman featuring holiday classics and heartwarming stories.
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