Monthly Events Calendar

MAY 2024

Terra

Join Terra during Santa Barbara Restaurant Week for a 3-course prix fixe dinner menu featuring Salmon and Shrimp Ceviche Tostada, Wagyu Beef Bolognese, and Chocolate Truffle Mousse. Optional wine pairin$60vailable for an extra $30.

Art & Soul

Soar into Spring with Things with Wings, a collected exhibition on display at Art & Soul the month of May, with an Opening Reception. Local artist Betzhi Walton grew up with a deep love of nature, and her 5×5 hummingbird paintings demonstrate the intricacies and beauty of these amazing creatures in stunning color and detail. 

The Arlington Theatre

At 22 years of age, Chato – as fans and friends like to call him – is one of the most brilliant and disarmingly honest young artists in the ever crowded Regional Mexican field. The lead vocalist and principal songwriter with trio Marca MP, Chato excels within a style that would be best described as regional urbano.

Santa Barbara Zoo

Roar and Pour is a wild wine tasting event where the animals stay out late and the Zoo is open so guests can stroll and sip.

Finch & Fork

Celebrate Cinco De Mayo with Finch & Fork on the Canary Hotel Rooftop! Enjoy Tacos & Tequila tasting with Casamigos and music from DJ Danny Welch. Don’t miss out on this exciting in-person event with the best rooftop views in town.

La Paloma Cafe

La Paloma Café is excited to bring you Mezcal Mondays! Open to the public, for $35 you’ll receive four 1oz Mezcal tastings and experience a tasting guided by La Paloma’s Mezcal expert Jorge Báez. Jorge will share stories and techniques behind a hand-picked selection of rotating complex Mezcals that will have you hooked. 

Casa del Herrero

Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a novice cook, “Lush Life” is sure to inspire and delight. Join us for a lively discussion as we share our thoughts on the recipes, culinary tips, and our own experiences with seasonal cooking.

costa Kitchen & Bar

Every Wednesday costa Kitchen & Bar offers Happy Hour pricing and half-off bottles of Santa Barbara & Santa Ynez Valley Wine Bottles. Enjoy live local acoustic music on the patio.

Red Piano Bar

Santa Barbara, home of some of the world’s best comedians, presents Thursday Night Stand-up Comedy at the Backstage Comedy Club. Come laugh and enjoy stand-up comedians performing their newest jokes and comedy live on the road to stand-up comedy specials, concerts, and comedy venues worldwide.

Art From Scrap

Learn how to create vibrant, colorful, everlasting flowers in our Crepe Paper Flower Workshop!

Casa del Herrero

Have an unforgettable Mother’s Day celebration at Casa del Herrero with a vibrant spin on a classic afternoon garden party, with freshly brewed teas, mimosas, delicious sweet and savory treats, and delightful conversation. 

Rosewood Miramar Beach | The Revere Room

Celebrate mom with a festive brunch buffet at The Revere Room. Enjoy brunch classics such as eggs benedict, waffles, omelets and so much more. Menu highlights from last year include Lemon Ricotta Pancakes, a Salami & Cheese Station, Salads, a Raw Bar, Sushi, a Carving Station, a Kid’s menu, assorted dessert stations, and more. 

Various Locations Around Santa Barbara

Taste of Santa Barbara is inspired by Julia Child’s appreciation for Santa Barbara’s bounty and is created in partnership with the Santa Barbara Culinary Experience the Julia Child Foundation for Gastronomy and the Culinary Arts.

Bouchon Santa Barbara

Indulge in a multi-course meal showcasing two things that Julia adored: local ingredients and wine country cuisine. An unforgettable evening at bouchon will celebrate the harmonious relationship between Santa Barbara County’s farmers and finest restaurants. Throughout the evening you’ll also get a chance to meet the featured farmers, winemakers, and the chef. 

Apples to Zucchini Cooking School

Embark on a tantalizing journey into the world of chocolate making with an exclusive truffle-making class led by Maya Schoop-Rutten of Chocolate Maya. During this immersive experience, students will delve into the art of crafting decadent dark chocolate truffles infused with the vibrant flavors of fresh mint and lemon.

Santa Barbara Sailing Center/Double Dolphin Cruises

Sip local wine from a featured winery from your very own Santa Barbara Sailing Center Govino cup while enjoying a Santa Barbara sunset aboard the Double Dolphin.

The Cruisery

Get ready to roll with laughter as Bear Cave Productions presents a unique twist on the classic bingo night. Comedy Bingo Night is not your average game – it’s a themed adventure filled with people, surprises, and, of course, the chance to win fantastic prizes!

18 Cody Jinks featuring The Steel Woods​​​​​​​

Santa Barbara Bowl

Cody Jinks is a trailblazing independent musician and one of music’s most respected artists. Throughout his ground-breaking career, he has sold over 2.5 million equivalent units and garnered more than 3.5 billion streams across platforms, with over 1 billion streams on Spotify and 1.7 billion streams on Pandora, earning him a Pandora Radio Billions Award. 

Dawn Cafe

This Dawn 101 class at Dawn Cafe inside Drift Santa Barbara is dedicated to exploring our beloved coffee alternative: Matcha.

Yoga Soup

Kids are busy these days with school, family and extras and they get stressed out just like adults. Yoga is a great way for them to connect, slow down and learn about the tools within themselves to de-stress.

Creative Kids Yoga classes introduce postures, breathing and yoga themes to kids through movement and art.

The Cruisery

Enjoy an unforgettable night of talent, laughter, and community at this weekly open mic night! Whether you’re a seasoned performer or a first-timer, all skills are welcome at this event.

Take the stage and showcase your skills with a 5-minute set, and let your creativity and originality shine.

Art Spot on Wheels

Calling all walkers to 4-year-olds! Join Art Spot Tuesday mornings for some discovery play in the art studio. Each week you and your toddler(s) will be met with water play, painting and more sensory discovery stations of fun! This is a class for parents and kids to have fun together while meeting new friends and enjoying the art studio in a designated time and structure just for you!

Granada Theatre

You’ll be seated on the Granada stage for an unforgettable, up-close evening of music with Nik West’s performance as part of the Centennial On Stage celebration. You’ll be captivated by her unique style in this intimate cabaret-style setting. 

Santa Barbara Sailing Center/Double Dolphin Cruises

See Santa Barbara’s local DJ, Gavin Roy, perform while enjoying the sunset and soaking up the majestic views of the Santa Barbara coastline. Music on the Water features a variety of music that is fun for friends and family of all ages. And it’s always accompanied by the sounds of the sea.

Terra

Terra offers a happy hour every Friday and Saturday from 3 – 6 p.m.. Indulge for a taste of local and organic California fare such as their Farmers Cheese and Charcuterie Board and Goleta Guacamole & House-Made Chips. Try their Cocktail of the Day or enjoy discounted draft beer and wines by the glass. Sip and savor indoor or outdoor by the fire pit.

Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club

Plan a visit to the Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club for a Sunday match, where ladies don their finest hats and gentlemen dress to the nines to watch the thrilling equine sport. Revel in the speed and agility of both the jockeys and horses, and graze on a tasty charcuterie platter under shaded awnings. 

Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History

The extremely popular Butterflies Alive! exhibit returns to the Sprague Butterfly Pavilion every summer. eer into the emergence chamber to see butterflies at an earlier stage of life. You might witness an adult butterfly popping out of its chrysalis!

Lobero Theatre

Acting as a natural evolution of her acclaimed “storytime” videos, The Cancelled Podcast Tour with Tana Mongeau and Brooke Schofield offers an intimate look at Mongeau, her meteoric rise to superstardom, and the unavoidable moments of vulnerability that make this cyber-personality all the more human. Brooke Schofield being the brains and voice of reason between the dynamic duo is exactly what the show needed.

Yoga Soup

As we bring our attention to our breathing, our perception is transformed by what we focus on. It is a powerful choice to focus on the experience of the mind witnessing the body; to listen to the body in its language of sensation, rhythm, and quality. 

El Encanto, a Belmond Hotel | The Bar/Lobby

Make your Thursday evenings more memorable with gin and jazz at El Encanto, a Belmond Hotel. As you savor your vintage handcrafted gin cocktail and nibble on delectable bites, you’ll be serenaded by a live jazz trio, featuring a captivating jazz singer. The ambiance, with its speakeasy-inspired charm, will have you feeling like you’ve stepped into a bygone era.

Funk Zone

SB Funk Zone Live is a series of bimonthly arts, wine, dine and shop events featuring 20+ local business and artists. During this event, Funk Zone venues will open their doors late from 5-8 p.m. on the last Fridays of every other month.

SB Funk Zone Live promises a unique and eclectic experience for locals and visitors alike and is suitable for all ages.




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