# Event Details - **Event Name**: 3rd Annual Whale of a Celebration - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 23 Oct, 2026 at 06:30 pm – Fri, 23 Oct, 2026 at 09:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: Join us for an action-packed weekend with new whale science, a newly updated short film on the SBCWHA, and an unforgettable whale watch!About this EventJoin us for an action-packed weekend with new whale science, a newly updated short film on the SBCWHA, and an unforgettable wildlife cruise!Meet local whale researchers, biologists, and advocates as they share the latest whale science from our channel. Enjoy the premiere of a brand-new short film by wildlife filmmaker Adam Ernster, titled "WHALES in a CHANGING OCEAN."THE EVENT IS SPLIT UP INTO 2 DIFFERENT DAYS. THE SCHEDULE IS AS FOLLOWS.Friday, October 23rd, 2026● 6:30 pm - Join us at the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History for a special evening celebrating the 3-Year Anniversary of the Santa Barbara Channel Whale Heritage Area! Enjoy guest lecturer Sean Hastings, Policy, Management and Information Officer for NOAA's Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary, and founder of Blue Whales Blue Skies. Local wildlife filmmaker Adam Ernster will unveil a new film highlighting the changes we've seen in whale behavior in an ever-dynamic seascape.The fee is $75. Part of the proceeds will support The Santa Barbara Channel Whale Heritage Area's ongoing education and outreach programs.Sunday, Oct 25, 2026● 10 am - 2:00 pm: Condor ExpressJoin local experts and scientists on board Condor Express Whale Watching for an unparalleled wildlife cruise in the heart of the Santa Barbara Channel.The whale watching tickets are $150 each. Bundle your tickets for both days and save $25! 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