Upcoming Events at the Santa Barbara Harbor

Come fishing aboard Santa Barbara’s favorite fishing boats, the Stardust and the Coral Sea. We are the perfect choice for a trip with the family or a serious saltwater outing. Catch rockfish, whitefish, lingcod, sheephead, halibut, white seabass, yellow tail, and more (We don’t catch tuna here). Our USCG inspected vessels also offer a full-service…

Come whale watching aboard the Condor Express, Santa Barbara's favorite whale watching boat for over thirty years! Bring your family and friends and explore the Santa Barbara Channel on one of our epic 4.5 hour whale watching trips in search of humpback, blue, and fin whales. We almost always see dolphins and sea lions, and…

The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum is pleased to announce the opening of its latest exhibition 170 Years of Harbor History, a selection of photographs of Santa Barbara’s harbor and waterfront from 1853 to the present. The exhibition of archival images depicts some of the most important moments in the creation of the city’s vibrant waterfront—from the establishment…

Welcome aboard and set sail for a two hour coastal cruise aboard Santa Barbara's Double Dolphin catamaran. While sailing along the coast with the backdrop of the Santa Ynez Mountains and Channel Islands at a distance, we often see California sea lions, dolphins, and a variety of coastal birds. Relax in the afternoon sun while…

Come to Anchor Rose Restaurant at the Santa Barbara Harbor every Thursday from 5:30 -7:30 for great happy hour food and drink specials, Santa Barbara's best views, and live music from Brian Kinsella and guests. This is a great way to unwind after a long day, or start off your evening with friends and family.