Santa Barbara Arts Collaborative
A favorite event in Santa Barbara, Pianos on State is a collaborative and interactive musical experience that takes place during Arts and Humanities month in October. Each piano becomes its own piece of art as local Santa Barbara artists create individual looks. Amateur, professionals and public musicians are invited to sit down and play!
M. Special Brewing Company
Downtown Santa Barbara is hosting sizzling salsa dancing every Wednesday of October from 6 – 8 PM in front of M. Special at 634 State St. Enjoy free salsa lessons led by the amazing Brenda Ruiz from 6 – 7 PM, followed by open dancing from 7 – 8 PM. This event is open to the public and free of charge. M. Special will offer food and drink specials throughout the evening.
Santa Barbara Museum of Art
Bring the whole family to enjoy Teaching Artist-led activities in the Museum’s Family Resource Center. Design your own mini-folded clothes from book pages inspired by Isabel Barbuzza’s Re-Designing My Library (1989). Afterward, enjoy the galleries until 8 pm
Linden Avenue Carpinteria
The California Avocado Festival welcomes everyone to 3 days full of Peace, Love and Guacamole. This year there will be 60 bands, 50 arts & crafts and commercial vendors, 15 delicious food vendors and over a dozen non-profits will be on site for you to help support. The event showcases the endless ways to eat an avocado and attendees can also enjoy other various local vendors and plenty of live entertainment in the heart of the neighboring town of Carpinteria.
Rancho La Patera & Stow House
Join the Goleta Valley Historical Society for a great day of old-time music! Enjoy all-day entertainment by some of the best old-time bands in the world – all in the beautiful, historic gardens of Rancho La Patera & Stow House.
Santa Barbara Bowl
As a musical brotherhood since 1995, Slightly Stoopid, led by the vastly versatile duo of Miles Doughty and Kyle McDonald, has expanded its fusion of rock, reggae, acoustic soul, hip hop, heavy metal, and punk rock, and achieved artistic freedom and commercial success while subscribing to their own DIY ethos.
Santa Barbara Bowl
Clairo brings her Charm ’24 Tour to the Santa Barbara Bowl on Oct. 7, with special guest Alice Phoebe Lou opening the show. Experience Clairo’s unique blend of dreamy pop and introspective lyrics in a stunning outdoor venue. Don’t miss this chance to see two incredible artists.
Lane Farms
Get ready for the ultimate fall family adventure at Lane Farms Pumpkin Patch! Explore our twisting corn maze, meet adorable farm animals, hop on thrilling tractor tours, and pick the perfect pumpkin for your autumn decor.
Open Monday – Friday from 12 – 7 PM; Saturday – Sunday from 10 AM – 7 PM and 12 PM – 5 PM on October 31st.
Terra
Terra offers a daily happy hour where you can 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 organic botanical cocktails or enjoy discounted draft beer and wines by the glass. Sip and savor indoor at Terra lobby bar, by the fireplace or on the garden lawn by the outdoor firepit.
Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Join this creative escapade at the Santa Barbara Hilton Beachfront Resort every Thursday! You and your crew can indulge in an artistic adventure within the resort’s wine tasting room. With a range of painting designs to choose from, it’s an engaging experience for all ages.
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The Arlington Theatre
Experience the pulsating rhythms and electrifying melodies of Intocable as they take the stage at the historic Arlington Theatre in Santa Barbara. Get ready to be swept away by their signature blend of Tejano music, promising an unforgettable evening of passion and energy.
Lobero Theatre
Jazz at the Lobero presents Herb Alpert and Lani Hall on Saturday, October 12, 2024 at 7:30 PM. Music icon Herb Alpert, his GRAMMY® winning vocalist wife Lani Hall, and their incredible band perform an eclectic mix of American standards, Brazilian jazz, some Beatles, classic Tijuana Brass & Brazil ’66 songs, as well as many surprises. The show also features a giant video screen that displays hundreds of classic photos, videos and various memorabilia from Herb and Lani’s music careers.
El Presidio de Santa Barbara State Historic Park
The Santa Barbara Trust for Historic Preservation presents the 15th Annual Asian American Neighborhood Festival; a free, family-friendly event celebrating the Asian American communities that once thrived in and around the Santa Barbara Presidio neighborhood.
Come see an array of cultural performances featuring dancing, drumming, and more.
Vega Vineyard and Farm
In its 40th year, the Santa Barbara Vintners Festival is truly the Original Santa Barbara Wine Festival.
Don’t miss the opportunity to taste wines from 60+ wineries and sample regional cuisine from dozens of restaurants, chefs, and food producers, while strolling through the picturesque vines at Vega Vineyard and Farm.
Yellow Bird Music Inc.
Our drop-in class, Family Flock, is a joyful 50-minute music class where the whole family can make music together! Designed for all ages, this class offers a unique opportunity for siblings, parents, and caregivers to bond through singing, dancing, and playing instruments. Whether you’re tapping out rhythms, sharing a melody, or exploring new sounds, Family Flock is all about creating fun musical memories that everyone can enjoy, from the tiniest tots to the grown-ups!
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Lobero Theatre
Jazz at the Lobero presents Mariza on Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at 7:30 PM. A chart-topping superstar of the fado movement in Portugal, Mariza has had a global following since the early 2000s. The multi-platinum-selling singer, who’s received numerous national and international awards throughout her career, has distinguished herself by gradually incorporating elements from other folk and popular traditions into her music.
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Lobero Theatre
Tango Lovers presents Volver 2 on Thursday, October 17, 2024 at 7 PM. Fall in love with Argentina and Uruguay all over again with Tango Lovers’ electrifying production, VOLVER 2. This powerful version of the company’s acclaimed show features the legendary, multiple award-winning tango singer Guillermo Fernandez. Their captivating performance boasts a sensational cast and a mesmerizing orchestra led by the GRAMMY® and Latin GRAMMY® winning maestro, Lautaro Greco.
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Santa Barbara Community Arts Workshop
Bright Lights, Big Impact! GUnite to Light the Night is back to dazzle and delight. Step into a dazzling world where art meets impact at our opening night! The Glow Gala isn’t a traditional gala, it’s a journey through immersive delights for all the senses. This is your golden ticket to a night of glamor, artistry, and purpose.
Santa Barbara Harbor
Savor the abundance of the Santa Barbara Channel at the 2024 Santa Barbara Harbor & Seafood Festival! During this annual event, attendees get the opportunity to meet the fishermen who catch and harvest the high-quality, fresh-off-the-boat seafood sourced sustainably from local waters. Dig into some of Santa Barbara’s specialties, including freshly caught lobster and sea urchin (uni) prepared before your eyes. Visit specialty food booths for fish tacos, oysters, mussels, barbecued albacore, fresh crab, clam chowder, seafood paella and more.
Santa Barbara Zoo
With six nights of “spell-a-bration,” there’s plenty of time to get into the Halloween spirit as the Zoo offers safe trick-or-treating and “monster-ous” thrills and chills. As one of Santa Barbara’s most beloved Halloween happenings, Boo at the Zoo, features trick-or-treating, Zoo Train rides, a hay bale maze, creepy-crawly animal encounters, mad science experiments, bounce houses, dancing, and more! Tasty treats and booo-zy adult beverages are available for purchase.
Solvang Chamber of Commerce
Solvang will welcome the season in true fall style as the village kicks off the Annual Solvang Scarecrow Fest and Contest. During the month-long Scarecrow Fest, which concludes on Halloween, Santa Ynez Valley businesses and organizations will participate in the contest by featuring a scarecrow of their own creation posted at their location.
Hotel Californian
This fall marks the 20th Anniversary of the Academy Award-winning film Sideways, now streaming on hulu. Hotel Californian is partnering with Searchlight Films and Hitching Post Wines on a celebratory complimentary screening on the anniversary of the film’s US debut. Bring a blanket and gather on the Court of Califia at Hotel Californian for an outdoor movie night. Movie screening is complimentary, and available on a first-come, first-served basis as space allows.
SOhO Restaurant & Music Club
A full night of music, dance, and delicious food at one of Santa Barbara’s most beloved spots, SOhO.El Cachivache Tango Orkestra will perform. This well-loved band is making their second trip to Santa Barbara. They’ve revolutionized the sound of tango with their unmistakable “punk” edge. Constantly touring the world, they are one of the most sought-after bands globally.
University of California Santa Barbara (UCSB)
In celebration of Family History Month and international Home Movie Day, the UCSB Library’s Santa Barbara Community Archives Project is partnering with the Santa Barbara County Genealogical Society (SBCGS) to promote the importance of home movie collections and to provide free digitization services for Santa Barbara community members. Digitized materials will be preserved for future generations in the Library’s Local History Collections.
EOS Lounge
Come in costume and roam the lively State St stopping in and out of over 10+ bars and nightclubs with one all-access pass. At check-in, pick up your bar crawl maps, lanyard and drink coupons before setting off to visit multiple Halloween parties in one night!
Lobero Theatre
An icon in Minneapolis’ music scene known for rock and Americana, Schlieske unveils her latest musical journey, The Good Life. Teaming up with a stellar ensemble, the artist embarks on a transformative jazz odyssey.
The Arlington Theatre
Coming to the Arlington Theatre, La Mafia is an American five-time Grammy Award-winning musical group. It has its roots in the Northside neighborhood of Houston, Texas, and has charted a course as a Latin music band.
La Cumbre Plaza
Browse the selection of pumpkins, squash, ornamental gourds, colorful Indian corn, corn stalks and hay bales for all your cooking, baking, carving and decorating needs. This pumpkin patch has everything you’ll need to decorate for Halloween to Thanksgiving! While there, don’t forget to pick up your carving kits, candles & stencils to help make your decorations complete.
Solvang Farmer Pumpkin Patch
Who’s ready for some Fall fun? The Solvang Farmer Pumpkin Patch is back with pumpkins, gourds, squash, corn stalks, hay bales, a kids maze and a 14-acre corn maze!
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Lobero Theatre
Lobero Love presents Aimee Mann with special guest Jonathan Coulto. One of the most distinguished singer-songwriters of her generation, Aimee’s successful solo career has spanned several decades with two GRAMMY® Awards, several GRAMMY® nominations, and the release of nine critically acclaimed solo albums – including the profoundly popular soundtrack for the film Magnolia, which garnered an Academy Award and Golden Globe nomination for Best Song in 2000. Her latest release, Queens of the Summer Hotel, continues to showcase her exceptional songwriting and musical talent.
The Painted Cabernet
Get ready for Halloween with The Painted Cabernet! Come paint a skeleton dog in honor of Dia de los Muertos. Classes are taught by local artists and provide step-by-step instructions for all skill levels to achieve the final result. There will be a costume contest so come dressed to impress! Wine and beer are available for purchase!
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