Cabrillo Boulevard
The Fiesta Historical Parade is unique to Santa Barbara and features floats depicting episodes from the history of the state and city. Descendants of local Native Americans, Spanish Pioneers, the Native Sons and Daughters of the Golden West, and local service clubs and organizations all reenact historical scenes. It is one of the nation’s largest equestrian parades, featuring over 600 horses, as well as many antique carriages, coaches, and wagons.
Santa Barbara Bowl
The spirit of Fiesta takes the stage at the Santa Barbara Bowl with the Santa Barbara Mariachi Festival! The line-up proves this is a night not to be missed, featuring Angeles Ochoa, Mariachi Nuevo Tecalitlan, Leonardo Aguilar, Mariachi Herencia De Mexico and Mariachi Feminil Nuevo Tecalitlan.
Santa Barbara Bowl
Country music sensation Maren Morris is set to take the stage at the iconic Santa Barbara Bowl for an unforgettable evening of music under the stars. Known for her powerhouse vocals and genre-blending hits like “The Bones” and “My Church,” Morris brings her signature style and raw energy to one of California’s most scenic outdoor venues.
Yellow Bird Music Inc.
Calling all Swifties ages 4–8! Campers will sing, act, and dance their way through Taylor Swift’s biggest hits in this exciting week led by teaching artist Mae. With fun games, group activities, and a showcase performance, kids will build confidence and have a blast celebrating their favorite music.
Rancho La Patera & Stow House
Enjoy live music at Goleta Valley Historical Society’s free summer concert series. Music at the Ranch runs Tuesday evenings from July through August, featuring terrific tunes and a variety of food trucks in a relaxed, family-friendly setting.
This year’s concert schedule:
July 15 – Out of the Blue
July 22 – Tony Ybarra
July 29 – Salty Strings
August 5 – Mezcal Martini
August 12 – Doublewide Kings
August 19 – Spencer the GardenerBring lawn chairs or blankets. No pets or outside alcohol allowed.
Music Academy of the West
It’s the perfect summer script: sunset, wine, and musical storytelling. Start your evening under Santa Barbara’s golden summer sky, wine glass in hand, before experiencing chamber music that unfolds like a perfectly framed scene. Their fellows share the musical director’s cut where every instrumental voice deserves its own spotlight—from Norman’s high-octane Gran Turismo to Tchaikovsky’s emotionally layered Piano Trio in A Minor.
Elings Park
Join Kiwanis of Santa Barbara at Elings Park for an unforgettable summer of music, community, and fun at the Kiwanis Music Nites concert series! This family-friendly, free event brings the Santa Barbara community together for lively performances, delicious BBQ, refreshing drinks, exciting raffles, local vendors and plenty of dancing.
Every dollar raised goes toward supporting local kids and the many incredible nonprofits we partner with.
Hotel Californian
Spend Friday night under the stars at the free Summer Cinema at the Santa Barbara County Courthouse. This year’s film series theme is “Dog Days of Summer” and will feature feel-good, movies that span multiple decades and genres, featuring our favorite furry friends.
Santa Barbara Landing, LLC
Experience AquaFête CALYPSO, An Ethereal Boat Celebration with MIRAMAR. The coastal party tastemaker offers up an unparalleled sound and unique blend of booty shaking disco house, groove house, funky house and carefully curated vibes that commands dance floors at some of the world’s finest clubs, festivals and events including Coachella, F1’s Inaugural Las Vegas Grand Prix After Party, Splash House, Outside Lands Music Festival, Burning Man, and Hollywood’s Sound Nightclub just to name a few.
Hotel Californian
Sunset Sessions returns to Mirador rooftop. Soak up the stunning Santa Barbara sunset from the best viewpoint in town while you enjoy delicious bites, refreshing sips, and dance along to incredible music. Classical pianist/composer Van-Anh Nguyen and DJ/drummer/producer Mark Olsen blend their two worlds together to form a unique dreamy mix of acoustic and electro sounds.
Santa Ynez Valley Grange
At Apples to Zucchini Cooking School they believe that sharing family dinners is an integral part of childhood. Working together with meal planning and cooking in the kitchen is where relationships are built and strengthened across generations. Cooking together is not only a way to model nutritious food choices, and build self-esteem, but is also just plain fun! They will surprise you each class with a new recipe. Join Chef Bethany Markee with the Santa Ynez Valley Grange and discover ways you can involve children of all ages.
Validation Ale
A fresh way to meet people, off the apps and out in the real world. This inclusive Singles Social welcomes all genders and orientations. Think drinks, conversation, and easy connections in a relaxed, friendly setting. No cheesy icebreakers, no awkward setups — just a space designed to make saying hello feel a little easier. Bring your crew or come solo; everyone’s there for the same reason: to meet someone new. Register, check in with the host, grab a drink, and see where the night goes.
This event is for ages 21+.
The Spa at El Encanto, a Belmond Hotel
Join PALMA Colectiva for the Summer Series at El Encanto Hotel for an evening of Yin Yoga with Krista Flemming. Yin Yoga is a deeply relaxing and therapeutic practice with gentle holds of postures in seated and reclined positions. The intention of the postures is to target the fascia and other connective tissues of the body. All levels welcome.
Wilderness Youth Project
Mark your calendars, gather your loved ones, and get ready to immerse yourself in the enchanting world of nature stories. “Stories from the Wild” is not just an event—it’s a celebration of the stories that shape us, the connections that bind us, and the wonders of the natural world that inspire us. Friends and staff of the Wilderness Youth Project will be sharing their personal stories from nature—captivating tales that highlight their unique connections with the outdoors.
Santa Barbara County Courthouse
About the film:
When all the canine pets of Megasaki City are exiled to vast Trash Island, 12-year-old Atari Kobayashi embarks on an epic journey in search of his bodyguard dog, Spots. (Wes Anderson, 2018, PG-13, 104 min.)
Please respect the lawn and your fellow filmgoers: only bring blankets that are permeable (no plastic/nylon/tarps), and chairs that are low-backed and low to the ground. Setup is permitted starting at noon on the day of the screening.
Lobero Theatre
Jazz at the Lobero presents Robert Glasper on Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 7 PM. Robert Glasper is the leader of a new sonic paradigm with a career that bridges musical and artistic genres. To date, he boasts 5 GRAMMY® wins and 14 nominations across 11 categories, an Emmy Award for his song for Ava Duvernay’s critically hailed documentary “13th” with Common and Karriem Riggins, and a Peabody Award for his Composition of “Mr. Soul!” Glasper’s GRAMMY®-winning crossover album, Black Radio, transformed the genre and established new standards for popular music.
The Arlington Theatre
One of the most influential voices in regional Mexican music, Edén Muñoz brings his Como En Los Viejos Tiempos Tour to Santa Barbara. Known for his heartfelt songwriting and powerful vocals, Muñoz blends norteño, banda, and modern pop to create a sound that resonates across generations. As a former frontman of Calibre 50 and now a successful solo artist, his live shows are packed with emotion, storytelling, and crowd-favorite hits.
18 Free Senior Admission Day
Santa Barbara Botanic Garden
Guests aged 60 and better are invited to enjoy the Garden and special programming on six designated days throughout the year.
Sponsored by Welch-Ryce-Haider Funeral Chapels, this beloved community program features complimentary Garden admission, with a free docent-led tour at 11 a.m. on each of the designated days.
Rancho La Patera & Stow House
Enjoy live music at Goleta Valley Historical Society’s free summer concert series. Music at the Ranch runs Tuesday evenings from July through August, featuring terrific tunes and a variety of food trucks in a relaxed, family-friendly setting.
Santa Barbara Bowl
Legendary rock band My Morning Jacket brings their signature blend of psychedelic rock and soulful melodies to the Santa Barbara Bowl. With a catalog that spans classics like “One Big Holiday,” “Wordless Chorus,” and “Golden,” My Morning Jacket is ready o bring their legendary energy to the iconic Santa Barbara Bowl.
Carr Winery
Start your weekend early with $5 glasses on tap and a mix of lo-fi and house beats every Thursday from 5 PM – close.
This event is for 21+.
Santa Barbara Bowl
Trampled by Turtles are from Duluth, Minnesota, where frontman Dave Simonett initially formed the group as a side project in 2003. At the time, Simonett had lost most of his music gear, thanks to a group of enterprising car thieves who’d ransacked his vehicle while he played a show with his previous band. Left with nothing more than an acoustic guitar, he began piecing together a new band, this time taking inspiration from bluegrass, folk, and other genres that didn’t rely on amplification.
Chase Palm Park
Join Pacific Pride Foundation on Saturday, August 23 for the Pacific Pride Festival returning to Chase Palm Park Field in Santa Barbara! This free, all-ages celebration welcomes every generation and identity within the LGBTQ+ community and allies. The theme this year is Rooted in Pride: Embracing Our Past – Empowering Our Future.
Santa Barbara Bowl
The Philadelphia and Los Angeles-based band—Matt Quinn [vocals, guitar], Sam Cooper [guitar], Sotiris Eliopoulos [drums], Jackie Miclau [keys, piano], and Michael Byrnes [bass]— take their name from Mt. Joy in Valley Forge National Park, an area right outside of where Quinn and Cooper are from in Philadelphia. Forming in 2016, the band made their mark two years later when their self-titled, Mt. Joy, debut album spun off platinum single “Silver Lining, ” an uplifting power ballad that went to #1 at AAA radio and has eclipsed over 300 million streams across platforms.
Lion's Tale
Don’t let the Monday blues get you down! Lion’s Tale, a Good Lion Hospitality owned bar, is going to be hosting Vinyl Vices partnering with Proper Productions every Monday from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Along with this, there will be All Day Happy Hour, so take your time and get down to these old-school classics and modern R&B mixes.
MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation
Join MOXI weekly for Toddler Tuesdays for a quieter morning at the museum with no scheduled field trips. Tuesday mornings are now for our tiniest tinkerers and explorers with rotating monthly themes, special activities, and modifications to our exhibits to make them more accessible to little ones. Take this time to play, discover and interact with exhibits alongside your toddlers.
Candle Bar 111
Bring in any candle vessel and give it a second life. Refills are just $2.75 per ounce, and you’ll get to pick your fragrance from our full Candle Bar lineup. No appointment needed, just drop in anytime during the day.
Be sure your vessels are clean and free of leftover wax before bringing them in.
Condor Express Whale Watching
Join the Condor Express on an island whale watching trip to see the amazing wildlife in the Santa Barbara Channel. Come see dolphins, humpbacks, blues, and minke whales. This 4.5 hour trip will give you the opportunity to see these amazing animals as they move through the channel. Over 27 species of whales, dolphins and porpoises come to the channel each year to feed, mate and frolic… which makes Santa Barbara one of the best year round whale watching areas in the world.
Lobero Theatre
Lobero LIVE presents Tab Benoit – I Hear Thunder Tour, on Friday, August 29, 2025 at 7:30 PM. I Hear Thunder marks the long-awaited return of four-time GRAMMY® nominated artist Tab Benoit. Renowned for his distinctive guitar tone and Otis-Redding-esque voice, Benoit has been a captivating figure in the roots music world for over thirty years. Tab does more than play the blues; he defines its future while paying homage to its rich past. Fans will be delighted to hear the new songs and selected tracks from his vast catalog.
Ensemble Theatre Company of Santa Barbara
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Santa Barbara. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Queen vs. ABBA at The New Vic / Ensemble Theatre Company under the gentle glow of candlelight, performed by String Quartet – Vapour String Quartet.
Beckmen Vineyards
Enjoy an unforgettable morning on one of the most iconic and rarely opened properties in Santa Barbara wine country. This exclusive two-hour walking tour, led by winemaker Steve Beckmen, offers a behind-the-scenes look at the land that defines their wines.
Guests will stroll among the vines of the certified biodynamic vineyard, learning about their farming practices, the history of the Beckmen family, and the deep connection between soil, sun, and grape. Take in panoramic views of the Santa Ynez Valley, say hello to our resident cows and animals, and end your journey with a casual brunch and wine.
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