About the event
Whale of a Celebration is a joyous, family-friendly event dedicated to honoring the wonderful whales that grace local waters and celebrate the Santa Barbara Channel Whale Heritage Area. The weekend festivities include whale watching on the Condor Express and the “Whales, Ales, and Cocktails” Film Festival featuring the film "Whale Wisdom," by Rick Rosenthal, as well as a new short film produced by local cameraman Adam Ernster.
The schedule
Friday, Nov 22, 2024
● 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm: The Bacara Theatre, The Ritz Carlton-Bacara
“Whales, Ales, and Cocktails,” a Film Festival with Local filmmakers featuring Rick
Rosenthal and his film ‘Whale Wisdom,’ narrated by David Attenborough, as well as a new short film produced by Adam Ernster to celebrate the Year Anniversary of Santa Barbara Channel Whale Heritage Area.
Saturday, Nov 23, 2024
● 10 am -2:30 pm: The Condor Express
Join local experts and scientists onboard the Condor Express for an unparalleled whale-
watching experience in the heart of the Santa Barbara Channel.
The fee is $150. Part of the proceeds will support The Santa Barbara Channel Whale Heritage Area's ongoing education and outreach programs.
The Ritz-Carlton Santa Barbara
Tucked onto 78 acres overlooking the Pacific, The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara combines the appeal of this coastal city with the beauty of its natural surroundings. Here, you can escape to the tranquility of two beaches, three infinity edge pools, and a 42,000-sq-ft spa. You can relax in spacious suites or indulge in the region’s abundance of locally sourced cuisine. At this Santa Barbara resort, every moment is one to savor.