Top 9 Things to Do This Weekend in Santa Barbara

When:  September 26, 2026 at 10 A.M.

Where:  Girsh Park | 7050 Phelps Road Goleta, CA 93117

Come on out for a weekend of family fun, food, and entertainment in beautiful Goleta!

For many years, the Lemon Festival has been the biggest celebration in the Goleta area and it keeps getting better each year.

You’ll find wonderful food, a fantastic family atmosphere, and variety of entertainment and activities that have made this the most anticipated event on the Goleta coast. This weekend also includes the Goleta Fall Classic Car and Street Rod Show and the ever-popular ‘Safety Street.’ Don’t miss our pie-eating contests, and the arts and crafts vendors.

When:  September 26, 2026 at 9 A.M. - 11 A.M.

Where: Finch & Fork | 31 W. Carrillo Street Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Kickstart your morning with great coffee & beats, and even better company at the Canary AM Club! Swap your evening rave with this rooftop morning club, where beats and coffee create the vibes and where community is at the core. Brooklyn Basement is bringing the beats, Considered Coffee is fueling the morning, and Finch & Fork is serving up the bites (20% off in the restaurant when you attend the event). Expect great music, rooftop views, and seriously good coffee, everything you need to kick off your morning (and your weekend) right.

When:  September 26, 2026 at 9 A.M. - 10:30 A.M.
Where: Santa Barbara Botanic Garden | 1212 Mission Canyon Road Santa Barbara, CA 93105

Join The Garden in celebrating Santa Barbara Creek Week by exploring the beauty and ecological importance of California’s riparian landscapes and learning how to bring their benefits into your own garden. In this class, you’ll discover native riparian plants that thrive in rain gardens, dry creek beds, and water-harvesting landscapes. Learn how these remarkable plants help slow, spread, and soak in rainwater, support wildlife, and build resilient gardens that work in harmony with the local watersheds.

When:  September 27, 2026
Where:  Lane Farms | 308 S. Walnut Lane Santa Barbara, CA 93111

From a twisting corn maze to tractor rides and barnyard animals, Lane Farms Pumpkin Patch packs all the fall fun into one stop. Guests can wander rows of pumpkins, explore vintage farm equipment, and enjoy educational displays that bring the harvest season to life. With pumpkins galore and plenty of charm, this local favorite is a Santa Barbara tradition that never goes out of style.

Open Monday – Friday from 12 – 7 PM; Saturday – Sunday from 10 AM – 7 PM and 10 AM – 5 PM on October 31st.

The corn maze closes daily at 6:45 PM & at 4:45 PM on October 31st.

When:  September 27, 2026 at 7:30 P.M. - 9 P.M.
Where: The Wildcat Lounge | 15 West Ortega Street Santa Barbara, CA 93101

Why choose between stand-up comedy and drag when you can enjoy both? Head to Wildcat Lounge for an unforgettable night where hilarious comedians and dazzling drag performers share the same stage for an evening packed with laughter, lip-syncs, and over-the-top entertainment.

Featuring talented performers from across California’s Central Coast with credits including Laugh Factory, Hamburger Mary’s, The Hollywood Improv, Punch Line, and House of Comedy, this one-of-a-kind show blends professional stand-up comedy with high-energy drag performances. Throughout the evening, drag queens and kings will also make their way through the audience, adding even more fun and opportunities to interact.

With a full bar, mocktails, and nonstop entertainment, Comedy Is a Drag takes place on the last Sunday of every month at Wildcat Lounge.