HAPPY WEEKEND!

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. 

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AQUAFÊTE CALYPSO – AN ETHEREAL BOAT PARTY

When: August 9, 2025 at 5:30 P.M. - 8 P.M.
Where: Santa Barbara Landing, LLC | 301 W Cabrillo Blvd. Santa Barbara, CA 93101


Experience AquaFête CALYPSO, An Ethereal Boat Celebration with MIRAMAR.


Event details are as follows:
Check in at 5:30 PM. The boat leaves the dock at 6:00 PM on the dot.
Drinks are available for purchase at the bar.


Dress Code: All white
The lineup features:
MIRAMAR – Created from a harmonious blend of wave-crashing into the California coast, Aric Christopher aka MIRAMAR, is an evolution of the mythical powers within the sea interpreted through music. MIRAMAR’s oceanic disco house sound is an incarnation of his nomadic lifestyle spent across the seven seas that spawned countless memories from surf trips, motorcycle voyages, and chasing sunsets around the globe. 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.

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ACADEMY FESTIVAL ORCHESTRA: MAHLER’S SYMPHONY NO. 3

When: August 9, 2025 at 7:30 P.M.
Where: Granada Theatre | 1214 State Street. Santa Barbara, CA 93101


Witness the raw power and nuanced beauty of a full symphony orchestra as it transforms into a surging ocean, a cosmic meditation, or a hypnotic dance. Be moved as monumental works, led by today’s top conductors, are performed by tomorrow’s stars.
The program includes:
Gustav Mahler Symphony No. 3 in D Minor with Julia Holoman mezzo-soprano fellow, Sing! & the Music Academy Women’s Chorus

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2025 ANNUAL FUNDRAISING CONCERT: COUNTRY FOR A CAUSE

When: August 9, 2025 at 6 P.M. - 10 P.M.
Where: Presqu'ile Winery | 5391 Presquile Drive Santa Maria, CA 93455

Presqu’ile Winery is proud to once again host Country for a Cause, the annual summer fundraising concert benefiting OASIS Center. Enjoy an evening of live music from the Tepusquet Tornadoes, local food vendors, and community spirit—all set against the backdrop of the scenic hilltop amphitheater. Proceeds support OASIS programs that promote connection, wellness, and independence for older adults across northern Santa Barbara County. Guests can choose from lawn seating or reserved VIP tables for a relaxed and meaningful night of music, dancing, and giving back.

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FIELD DAY AT JALAMA CANYON RANCH

When: August 9, 2025 at 10 A.M. - 1 P.M.
Where:White Buffalo Land Trust's Center for Regenerative Agriculture at Jalama Canyon Ranch | 500 E. Montecito Street Santa Barbara, CA 93103


Join the White Buffalo and Trust team for an interactive walking tour of The Center for Regenerative Agriculture at Jalama Canyon Ranch! Discover innovative ways they are increasing biodiversity, building soil, supporting a healthier water cycle, and improving climate stability across 1,000 acres. Experience first hand what a thriving, regenerative food system can look and feel like.


Enjoy a walking tour of the ranch’s pastures, vineyard, and native oak woodlands as they discuss the regenerative principles that underpin their management of each agricultural system. Afterward, you’ll gather at their basecamp to taste delicious products from their food brand Figure Ate. Products will be available for purchase for you to bring home and savor with friends and family. All proceeds support White Buffalo and Trust’s continued work in regenerative agriculture!

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FINDING FLOW: ALIGN YOUR RHYTHM, GOALS, AND GRACE

When: August 9, 2025 at 2 P.M. - 4:30 P.M.
Where: Yoga Soup| 28 Parker Way Santa Barbara, CA 93101


This 2.5-hour workshop with Kelly Heath invites participants to align with Lakshmi—the embodiment of abundance and grace—and reconnect with the inner resources already within. The session includes a rhythmic asana practice focused on the quads, low belly, and side body to clear space for what matters most. In the final hour, participants will clarify 2–3 meaningful goals, create a measurable plan, and identify the support needed to move forward with grace. The experience is designed to leave attendees feeling renewed, aligned, and ready to live with intention.

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SUNSET SESSIONS FEATURING DOUBLE TOUCH

When: August 10,2025 at 5 P.M. - 9 P.M.
Where: Hotel Californian | 36 State Street Santa Barbara, CA 93101


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.

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SUNDAY POLO: WHITTIER TRUST USPA SILVER CUP

When: August 10,2025 at 4 P.M. - 6 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.

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THROUGH THE LENS OF THE SENSES: SCENT STUDIO & DANCE

When: August 10,2025 at 2:30 P.M. - 5:45 P.M.
Where: Santa Barbara Museum of Art | 1130 State Street Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Lose yourself in a dual seduction of scent and movement as the Museum celebrates By Achilles’ Tomb, artist Elliott Hundley’s reimagining of the Greco-Roman world. Inspired by the exhibition’s invitation to reinterpret ancient culture, visitors are invited to explore two unique experiences—one through fragrance, the other through contemporary dance.
Scent Studio: 2:30 PM – 4:45 PM
Adults 18 and over are invited to sample and blend potions inspired by antiquity in a drop-in Scent Studio led by Museum Teaching Artists. Explore the aromatic traditions of the ancient world through hands-on experimentation, while brief, interactive presentations by Classics Professor Dorota Dutsch draw connections between ancient origins and modern perfumes.


Dance: 4:45 PM – 5:15 PM and 5:30 PM – 5:45 PM
As the Museum closes, visitors will follow dancers from the galleries to the terrace for a performance choreographed by Laura Gorenstein Miller. Performed twice, this contemporary retelling of the Phoenix myth spans cultures from ancient Greece to Egypt and beyond, embodying themes of transformation and rebirth through powerful, sensual movement.


This performance has been made possible through the generosity of Starr Siegele.

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CONSCIOUS COMPETITOR: INTRODUCTORY WORKSHOP

When: August 10,2025 at 2:30 P.M. - 5:15 P.M.
Where: Yoga Soup | 28 Parker Way Santa Barbara, CA 93101


This immersive workshop introduces middle and high school athletes to The Conscious Competitor Program, a mindful performance training approach that blends yoga-inspired movement, breathwork, and mental conditioning. Designed to help young athletes navigate the pressures of competition, the program supports peak physical performance while cultivating emotional resilience, focus, and authentic confidence.


Participants will learn techniques to reset under pressure, transform setbacks into growth, and strengthen both mind and body through breath, movement, and intention. Rooted in ancient yoga wisdom and informed by modern sports psychology, The Conscious Competitor equips student athletes with lifelong tools that extend beyond the game—enhancing clarity, reducing anxiety, and building inner strength for success in sport and life.

Please register for the age appropriate workshop. Parents/caregivers encouraged to attend the last 15 minutes of the workshop to learn more about the full Conscious Competitor Program.


7th – 9th grade athletes: 2:30 PM – 3:45 PM
10th – 12th grade athletes: 4:00 PM – 5:15 PM

We hope you enjoyed our weekend guide and have a fun-filled weekend ahead!

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