Are you looking for a weekend getaway filled with sun, sand, and fun? Tucked away on the stunning California coast, Santa Barbara offers a variety of activities and events to suit any taste. In this weekend guide, we will highlight some of the must-see events and attractions in Santa Barbara to help you make the most of your visit.
When: May 24-26, 2025
Where: Old Mission Santa Barbara | 2201 Laguna Street Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Madonnari, or street painters, transform the Mission plaza using pastels on pavement to create 150 vibrant and colorful, large-scale images. The Santa Barbara I Madonnari Street Painting Festival presents the rare opportunity to view artists of all ages create street paintings ranging from classical to original images. The annual, three-day festival is held on the Memorial Day Weekend at the Old Mission Santa Barbara.
When: May 24, 2025 at 12 P.M. - 4 P.M.
Where: Rosewood Miramar Beach | 1759 S Jameson Lane Montecito, CA 93108
Welcome summer with a fun-filled day commemorating Memorial Day Weekend featuring a Coastal Cookout along the California Coast. Join Rosewood Miramar Beach on the Great Lawn for an afternoon cookout, concert, and family-friendly activities to celebrate the day.
Guests can purchase items a la carte. Please note, that seating will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
When: May 24-25, 2025 10 A.M. - 6 P.M.
Where: Earl Warren Showgrounds | 3400 Calle RealrnLas Positas Entrance Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Shop your way through the largest gem, jewelry and bead shows in the United Sates, featuring quality gems, beads, crystals, minerals, findings and earth treasures. Discover fine jewelry, costume jewelry, precious and semi-precious gemstones, millions of beads, sparkling crystals, gold & silver, tools, jewelry supplies and boxes.
While there, be sure to enter for a chance to win cool prizes, with drawings every hour.
When: May 24, 2025 at 11:30 A.M. - 1 P.M.
Where: Explore Ecology Makerspace | 302 E. Cota Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Let your imagination take the lead at Crafternoons, every Wednesday from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm and Saturday from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm, in the Explore Ecology Makerspace above Art From Scrap. Join them for their May Crafternoons: Tinker Lab, where creativity meets sustainability!
This month, work on creative machines that jump, fly, and walk with reclaimed materials. Perfect for all ages and skill levels, these eco-friendly projects encourage kids to craft purposefully while having a blast.
When: May 24, 2025 at 8 A.M. - 1 P.M.
Where: Santa Barbara Certified Farmer's Market | 119 E Cota St
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Each week the farmers in the marketplace display a colorful bounty of agricultural products grown right in our backyard. Seasonal diversity is available year-round, rain or shine.
Music and entertainment liven the markets while creating a positive ambiance.
When: May 25, 2025 at 4 P.M. - 6 P.M.
Where: Lobero Theatre | 33 E. Canon Perdido St. Santa Barbara, CA 93101
The Santa Barbara Symphony presents Santa Barbara Youth Symphony on Sunday, May 25, 2025 at 4 PM. This advanced ensemble brings together accomplished high-school aged musicians from Santa Barbara and Ventura counties to perform works across the orchestral repertoire, instilling the skills, discipline, and commitment that budding young professionals need for the next step in their careers.
When: May 25, 2025 at 3 P.M. - 5 P.M.
Where: Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club | 3300 Via Real
Carpinteria, CA 93013
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.
The pristine grass and stunning mountain views make an unforgettable backdrop to gaze at while sipping champagne and cheering on the players.
When: May 25, 2025 at 10:30 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.
Where: Art Spot on Wheel | 6605 CA-246 Lompoc, CA 93436
Are you looking for something unique to do in Santa Barbara County? Why not join us at the picturesque Rock 12 Distillery Orchard to grab a cocktail and a paintbrush?!
Our painting classes provide a beautiful, stress-free environment that will both inspire your creative spirit and indulge the wine-lover in you. Don’t consider yourself an artist just yet? Don’t worry. Our trained artist will walk you through the entire painting process step-by-step.
No previous painting experience necessary. You’ll be amazed at what you can create in just a few hours- even if you’ve never picked up a paintbrush in your life!
When: May 25, 2025 at 10 A.M. - 2 P.M.
Where: The Tavern | 2350 Railway Ave LOS OLIVOS, CA 93441
Join The Tavern for a bountiful buffet brunch celebrating the richness of flavors from the Central Coast prepared by Executive Chef Kevin Malone. Brunch is held every Sunday in the Tavern from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 pm.
We hope you enjoyed our weekend guide and have a fun-filled weekend ahead!
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