Events around Santa Barbara
Growing Grounds Farm celebrates its 25th Anniversary on Saturday July 19th from 12pm-4pm. Featuring farm tours, local vendors, food trucks, a chopped food challenge, speeches from City and County officials, and live music by Los Tranquilos and Mike Healy & the Canaries. This event is free and open to the public.
This Fiesta, immerse yourself in the rhythm and soul of flamenco at Carr Winery’s Barrel Room Sessions. Join Carr on Friday, August 1st from 7 – 9 PM in the Santa Barbara Barrel Room for a special evening featuring the dynamic dances of Puro Flamenco. Let the pulse of authentic flamenco music and dance ignite …
Join the California Nature Art Museum for a free-admission, end-of-summer Family Day on Sunday, August 3rd 2025, from 10AM – 3PM. This annual event invites visitors to bring the whole family and enjoy free admission to the Museum, and participate in a variety of art-and-nature inspired activities. Create your own unique art pieces using recycled …
August 15-17, 2025, Earl Warren Showgrounds, 3400 Calle Real, Santa Barbara. Show hours are Fri. 12pm-6pm, Sat. 10am-6pm, Sun. 10am-5pm (no admittance after 4pm Sunday). Admission $7 weekend pass. Free admission for children under 12 years old. Fine jewelry, precious & semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, crystals, gold & silver, pearls, minerals, fossils & much …
Fall under the spell of owls, bats, & spiders. See slithering snakes and lizards. Touch real skulls & bones that will rattle your bones. Gather around for spooky storytime. Make a mask. Sip Witches Brew. Enchanting music too! More information TBA This event will take place on the lawn in front of the Neal Taylor …
Santa Barbara Permaculture Network presents “Shelter is More than a Roof Over Your Head” A Beautiful Conversation & Presentation of Years of Alternative Building Knowledge with Lloyd Kahn of Shelter Books, joined by Bill Steen of the Canelo Project Sunday, Sept 7, 6:30-8:30pm, 2025 Donation $10 Santa Barbara Community Arts Workshop (SBCAW) 631 Garden St, Santa …
Now in its 35th year, the Ventura Harvest Festival® is one of the West Coast’s premier showcases for handmade art and craft. Celebrating creativity, community, and tradition, our juried show brings together hundreds of artisans across jewelry, fine art, home décor, specialty foods, and more. Exhibitors enjoy a supportive, family-owned atmosphere with strong marketing, dedicated …
Now in its 35th year, the Ventura Harvest Festival® is one of the West Coast’s premier showcases for handmade art and craft. Celebrating creativity, community, and tradition, our juried show brings together hundreds of artisans across jewelry, fine art, home décor, specialty foods, and more. Exhibitors enjoy a supportive, family-owned atmosphere with strong marketing, dedicated …
Now in its 35th year, the Ventura Harvest Festival® is one of the West Coast’s premier showcases for handmade art and craft. Celebrating creativity, community, and tradition, our juried show brings together hundreds of artisans across jewelry, fine art, home décor, specialty foods, and more. Exhibitors enjoy a supportive, family-owned atmosphere with strong marketing, dedicated …
Grammy-nominated artist Trevor Hall headlines Rescue Rhythms, a one-day benefit festival to fund the construction of California’s first cage-free dog sanctuary with integrated healing spaces for both animals and people. The event also features Zach Gill from Jack Johnson’s band and Animal Liberation Orchestra, plus performances by rising West Coast acts including Maritime Law, Alex …
Explore arts and craft booths, nonprofit organizations, a kids corner, fabulous food trucks, live stage entertainment, and of course, talented artists from near and far. Chalk artists begin their chalk masterpieces early in the morning and the public is encouraged to watch their progress throughout the weekend. And don’t miss the special Lompoc Chalks …
Headlined by Young Tuck and featuring a dynamic lineup of emerging artists, bands, and DJs, the Tuck and Friends Festival will take over the SOhO Music Club on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. Open to all ages, this special showcase promises an unforgettable evening of live music and community energy. Doors open at 6:00 PM, with …
THRILLER 2025 Saturday, October 25th Halloween Dance Party 2:00pm / Thriller Performance 3:00pm Every year, World Dance for Humanity hosts Santa Barbara’s Thriller event, a FREE family-friendly dance party and …
Hotel San Luis Obispo presents its 4th Annual “Autumn Soirée: The SLO Way” signature wine and food celebration spotlighting the Central Coast’s finest winemakers, chefs, and seasonal bounty. Hosted by Hotel SLO’s Executive Chef Ryan Fancher and emceed by local broadcaster Adam Montiel, the event features wine, food, an art installation by sculptor and painter …
Join the California Nature Art Museum for our 14th Annual Holiday Marketplace on Sunday, November 16th 2025, from 10AM – 4PM. This free admission day invites visitors to enjoy one-of-a-kind shopping featuring talented local artisans and unique gifts that celebrate nature, wildlife, and the outdoors. Plus, browse prints and books by select artists on view …