The 24th Annual Downtown Santa Barbara LIVE Art & Wine Tour

Thursday, April 30, 5:30 PM

Various Locations Downtown

Get your tickets here!

Calling all food, wine, and art enthusiasts! The highly anticipated Downtown Santa Barbara LIVE Art & Wine Tour is back and better than ever. Join us on Thursday, April 30th, from 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM for an extraordinary culinary and artistic adventure through the heart of downtown.

Stroll through downtown venues as they transform into pop-up galleries and tasting rooms. Sip world-class wines, sample signature bites from local restaurants, and experience live art. The celebration continues back at the Santa Barbara Historical Museum! Enjoy a high-energy finale featuring even more local delectables, art, music, and a silent auction.

Downtown Salsa & Bachata Dancing

Every Wednesday in April, 6:00 PM

In front of M. Special, 634 State St.

Join us every Wednesday in April to enjoy free salsa & bachata lessons in front of M. Special (634 State Street) led by the amazing Brenda Ruiz from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM, followed by open dancing from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM. This event is open to the public and free of charge. M. Special and Downtown Eats will offer food and drink specials throughout the evening.

Hunt Slonem x SEIMANDI & LEPRIEUR Gallery

Friday, May 15, 4:00 PM

Seimandi & Leprieur Gallery, 33 W. Anapamu St.

On May 15, from 4:00 to 8:00 PM, SEIMANDI & LEPRIEUR is pleased to welcome New York–based artist Hunt Slonem for a special public reception, book signing, and artist meet-and-greet. A selection of works from his iconic Bunnies and Butterflies series will be on view, marking his very first presentation in Santa Barbara. Guests will be welcomed with a wine reception generously sponsored by Rideau Vineyard. Don't miss this unique opportunity to meet the artist in an intimate setting.

Free admission, limited capacity.

Kindly RSVP at sb@seimandileprieur.com.

Mainstream Line Dancing @ 28 Vic

Wednesday, April 22, 7:00 PM

28 Vic, 28 W. Victora St.

Be ready to kick, step, and repeat as they take over the floor from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM. This isn't just a quick set—they are highlighting line dancing all night long. Whether you're a regular who knows every tag and restart or a newcomer looking to jump into the back row, the floor is yours.

Santa Barbara Education Foundation 40th Celebration

Thursday, April 23, 5:00 PM

Santa Barbara Club, 1105 Chapala St.

Celebrate 40 Years of SBEF! Join them for SBEF's 40th Celebration, a milestone evening recognizing four decades of commitment to public education in Santa Barbara. Education advocates and community partners will come together to reflect on the impact that has shaped their work and to look ahead to the opportunities they are creating for students in the years to come.

Yuja Wang & The Mahler Chamber Orchestra

Thursday, April 23, 7:00 PM

The Granada Theatre, 1214 State St.

Yuja Wang, one of the most exciting and dynamic pianists of our time, returns to Santa Barbara to perform and direct the Mahler Chamber Orchestra from the keyboard in an emotionally rich and technically demanding program of works by Prokofiev and Chopin.

The Mother Hips with Paul McDonald & the Mourning Doves

Thursday, April 23, 8:00 PM

SOhO, 1221 State St.

The Mother Hips are back with a new album, When We Disappear, a compelling new studio album set for release January 27, 2023, on Blue Rose. Based in Northern California, the Hips headed to New Mexico, spending time at Ghost Ranch before settling in at Jono Manson's Kitchen Sink studio in Santa Fe in late 2021 for the sessions. Self-produced, When We Disappear features nine new tracks co-written by co-founders Tim Bluhm and Greg Loiacono—a collection of lit-psych rock songs. Inspired by psychology and literature—as well as a raw, garagey cover of Buffy St. Marie's 1964 addiction song "Codine."

Lotus Bloom Circle: The Blossoms – Legacy

Friday, April 24, 6:00 PM

MCASB, 653 Paseo Nuevo

The Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara presents the Lotus Bloom Circle Series facilitated by Khaatia Vantiger, Creative Wellness Artist. Legacy focuses on connection, meaning-making, and honoring what participants are carrying forward. This session offers space for quiet insights, shared moments, and community presence. Through gentle reflection and guided prompts, participants are invited to explore what they are cultivating in this season of life.

Mike Muratore Santa Barbara Friday Night Comedy Show

Friday, April 24, 7:00 PM

Speakeasy Comedy Bar, 409 State St.

Visit Santa Barbara's Speakeasy Comedy Bar for a hilarious night of laughter and a whole lot of joy. See stand-up comedians performing their newest jokes and comedy live on the road to stand-up comedy specials, concerts, and comedy venues worldwide.

Beth Amine's Wildcat Lounge Dance Variety Show

Friday, April 24, 7:30 PM

Wildcat Lounge, 15 W. Ortega St.

Join Wildcat Lounge for their twentieth year of dance variety entertainment featuring local artists performing Salsa, Latin, Brazilian, belly dance, pole, fusion, and more!

Local Yarn Store Day

Saturday, April 25

The Knit Shop, 1221 State St. STE 14

Celebrate Local Yarn Store Day with knit-shop style! The Knit Shop will have 10% of all yarn, 30% of sale yarns, and a free gift with purchase.

They are so grateful for their customers and to be your Santa Barbara local yarn store!

Community Care: Roll It Out - Myofascial Release

Saturday, April 25, 12:30 PM

Sol Seek Yoga Studio, 25 E. De La Guerra St.

Learn how to bring more freedom and awareness into your body through the practice of myofascial release. Using small therapy balls (provided), you'll roll from the ground up to release tension, improve mobility, and restore balance. Along the way, you'll gain a clear understanding of fascia and its vital role in overall health. You'll leave with simple, science-backed techniques you can use daily to re-energize your body or to calm and reset at the end of the day.

Happy Hour Art Workshop

Saturday, April 25, 2:30 PM

Santa Barbara Museum of Art, 1130 State St.

In this two-hour workshop, Remixed exhibition artist Sabrina Gschwandtner will introduce quilting processes that can be used to interpret photographs. Participants will learn about the artist's technique of combining photography with quilt-making and how her work explores shifts between photographic realism and abstraction. Participants will then use museum postcards and brochures, or their own photos, to hand sew photo-based quilts using an iconic quilt design pattern.

OPEN AIR

Saturday, April 25, 4:00 PM

EOS Lounge, 500 Anacapa St.

Join EOS Lounge for OPEN AIR. They're excited to welcome Tim Green [All Day I Dream, Anjunadeep] for a day party, Santa Barbara style.

Open sky, good energy, and pure bliss.

Limited capacity.

SBMA Ambassadors Mid-Century in Motion Fundraising Event

Saturday, April 25, 5:00 PM

Santa Barbara Museum of Art, 1130 State St.

The SBMA Ambassadors' 75th anniversary celebration, Mid-Century in Motion, is a fundraising event supporting the museum's exhibitions and education programs. The theme reflects both the creativity of the 1950s and the museum's ongoing movement toward greater access and community engagement.

Locals and Legends: Celebrating the Music of James Taylor

Saturday, April 25, 7:30 PM

The Granada Theatre, 1214 State St.

Following last year's powerful community celebration, Locals & Legends returns with a renewed vision and a fresh musical focus, continuing the mission of Santa Barbara Records and The Granada Theatre to spotlight the artistic heartbeat of our region. This year, the collaboration turns to the timeless catalog of James Taylor, exploring his warm melodies and poetic storytelling through the voices of Santa Barbara's own musicians.

I've Seen This Sh*t Before

Saturday, April 25, 7:30 PM

Sunday, April 26, 2:00 PM

Center Stage Theater, 751 Paseo Nuevo

Carole Eglash is a 92-year-old author, playwright, history buff, and humorist...Born during the Great Depression, she has lived through a plethora of wars, economic cycles, and technological changes, as well as bad music and overdue changes in morality. She's visited 90 countries, learned to fly, and gotten old.

The Man Who Saves The World? Santa Barbara Premiere

Sunday, April 26, 11:00 AM

SBIFF Film Center, 916 State St.

Award-winning filmmaker Gabe Polsky brings The Man Who Saved the World? to Riviera Theatre for a one-night screening on Sunday, April 26, at 11:00 AM. Backed by leading voices in conservation and entertainment—including Jane Goodall, Peter Farrelly, Danny McBride, David Gordon Green, and Jody Hill—the documentary has been described as "wildly entertaining" and "profoundly important" and was recently named one of the Top 6 Documentaries of the Year by The Hollywood Reporter.

Through the Looking Glass Spring Tea

Sunday, April 26, 1:00 PM

Finch & Fork, 31 W. Carrillo St.

Step beyond the ordinary and into a bright, botanical world where whimsy meets warmth and storytelling meets seasonality. Enjoy curated afternoon tea bites using peak‑season produce, paired with delicious teas. This relaxed and informal afternoon tea is the perfect spring experience.

SB Acoustic Presents: KoMaGa

Sunday, April 26, 7:30 PM

SOhO, 1221 State St.

Three virtuosic instrumentalists come together as Komaga Trio, blending jazz, world music, and free improvisation into a singular cross-cultural sound. Their performances fuse harp, fretless bass, and global percussion into a dynamic musical experience unlike any other.

Unknitting + Dropped Stitches

Tuesday, April 28, 2:30 PM

The Knit Shop, 1221 State St. STE 14

Join The Knit Shop to learn how to fix mistakes with their Knitty Gritty Series: Unknitting + Dropped Stitches on Tuesday, April 28, from 2:30 to 4:30 PM.

AI 101: Building Your AI Literacy

Tuesday, April 28, 3:00 PM

Santa Barbara Public Library, 40 E. Anapamu St.

Join the Santa Barbara Public Library for an introductory information session that breaks down what artificial intelligence is, how it works, and what it can—and cannot—do. Learn how to spot common pitfalls like AI "hallucinations," explore major tools and real-world applications, and practice simple techniques to verify AI-generated information. They'll also cover key ethical questions shaping the future of AI.

Embodied Arts Workshop: A Guided Meditation & Cello Sound Bath

Tuesday, April 28, 6:30 PM

CEC's Environmental Hub, 1219 State St.

Treat yourself to a restorative evening of mindfulness, music, and reflection led by cellist and meditation instructor Ilan MacAdam-Somer and hosted by the Community Environmental Council (CEC). This 90-minute introductory workshop offers a practical, evidence-based approach to supporting mental and physical well-being through mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR), a program developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn. Join the Community Environmental Council for a 45-minute guided meditation accompanied by a live cello sound bath, creating an immersive and calming experience.

HADESTOWN

April 28-29, 7:30 PM

The Granada Theatre, 1214 State St.

Welcome to HADESTOWN, where a song can change your fate. Winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, and the 2020 Grammy® Award for Best Musical Theater Album, this acclaimed new show from celebrated singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and original director Rachel Chavkin (Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812) is a love story for today... and always.

Community Care: Sound Bath + Reiki

Thursday, April 30, 7:00 PM

Sol Seek Yoga Studio, 25 E. De La Guerra St.

Yin is a deeply calming and restorative practice designed to enhance flexibility and release tension from the body's connective tissues. With long-held, floor-based poses, this slow-paced class encourages you to settle into stillness, allowing for a profound sense of release, both physically and mentally. Perfect for anyone seeking greater flexibility, stress relief, or a calming reset, Yin is highly recommended for athletes looking to balance intense training with mindful recovery. Come unwind, breathe deeply, and leave feeling rejuvenated and at peace.

La Primavera

Saturday, May 2, 5:00 PM

El Paseo Restaurant, 813 Anacapa St.

Join El Presidente 2026, Colin Hayward, and the entire Fiesta family for an unforgettable evening kicking off the Fiesta season. As they welcome spring, there's no better time to celebrate at Old Spanish Days La Primavera on May 2 at the historic El Paseo Restaurant. The evening will feature authentic cuisine, mariachi music, and live flamenco dancing. The traditional highlight will be the first performances of their newly crowned Spirit and Junior Spirit of Fiesta. This year's official Fiesta poster will be displayed as part of an incredible fundraising auction.

Putting Kids First – 2026 Fundraiser

Friday, May 8, 6:00 PM

Santa Barbara Woman's Club, 670 Mission Canyon Road

This year's event is especially meaningful for the Santa Barbara Woman's Club, as they'll be honoring Peter Hilf and recognizing Teddy Cabugos as our 2026 Hero of the Year for their outstanding leadership and long‑standing impact in our community. The evening will include a Sip & Win reception, a Battle of the Badges brisket cook‑off featuring Santa Barbara Police, Santa Barbara Fire, and Search and Rescue, followed by dinner, an award ceremony, and a live auction.

Individual Tickets: $275

Sponsorship Packages: Starting at $1,500

World of Chaplin

Friday, May 8, 7:30 PM

Saturday, May 9, 2:00 PM

Lobero Theatre, 33 E. Canon Perdido St.

Chaplin invites audiences into a surreal, moving, and visually inventive world inspired by one of the twentieth century's most enduring figures. Blending humor, history, heart, and dance-theater storytelling, the production explores the man behind the icon—from his early life and inner world to love, war, and the questions his art still raises today.

New Sparkling Wine Tasting Flight

April 1-30, 12:00 PM

Santa Barbara Bubbly Lounge, 23 E. De La Guerra St. SUITE 100

Sip something special at Santa Barbara Bubbly Lounge with the Sparkling Wine Tasting Flight, with optional cheese or chocolate pairings. Enjoy cozy lounge vibes, bubbly by the glass or bottle, and salty bites in the heart of El Paseo. Available all April.

New Red Obsession Wine Tasting Flight

April 1-30, 12:00 PM

Jamie Slone Wines, 23 E. De La Guerra St.

Join Jamie Slone Wines for a Red Obsession Wine Tasting Flight, featuring six standout red wines that are all highly rated by Wine Enthusiast. Enhance the experience with optional cheese or chocolate pairings or order a delicious Pizza. Available all April.

Ensemble Theatre Company Presents "A Night with Janis Joplin"

April 1-26

The New Vic Theatre, 33 W. Victoria St.

Step into the vibrant, soul-stirring world of a rock legend as Ensemble Theatre Company presents A Night with Janis Joplin, starring the sensational, Tony-nominated Mary Bridget Davies. This music-driven theatrical event creates an immersive experience, allowing audiences to feel the "ferocity that seems to tear at her own throat" (LATimes) that defined Joplin's sound.

"Shapes of Surrealism" Exhibition

On Display until April 26

Seimandi & Leprieur Gallery, 33 W. Anapamu St.

Six contemporary artists ignite surrealism as a living, breathing field of perception. Automatic drawing, illusionistic imagery, and imagined vegetal worlds expand into shifting inner landscapes where reality softens, bends, and blurs.

Vitalant Blood Drive at Paseo Nuevo

April 6-30

Paseo Nuevo, 651 Paseo Nuevo

The Vitalant bloodmobile will return to Paseo Nuevo on Friday, April 10, from 11:00 AM to 2:45 PM, inviting community members to make a lifesaving impact through blood donation. To further encourage participation, donors who give blood between April 6 and April 30 will be automatically entered for a chance to win one of two $10,000 gift cards. This opportunity applies to donations made at any Vitalant blood drive or donation center, including the Paseo Nuevo event.

"Jeff Bridges-Pictures" Exhibition

On Display until April 30

Tamsen Gallery, 1309 State St.

Tamsen Gallery is honored to host the exhibition "Jeff Bridges—Pictures." This is an exhibition of the photography of Academy Award-winning actor Jeff Bridges. Join Tamsen Gallery for this unique look into the world of moviemaking. This will be his first exhibition in his hometown of Santa Barbara. The exhibition will run from January 18th through April 30th.

Private Offices in Downtown Santa Barbara

April promotion available

Workzones, 351 Paseo Nuevo

Looking for a quiet, professional place to work and meet clients? Workzones offers private, fully furnished offices designed for focus, privacy, and a client-ready environment. Ideal for lawyers, consultants, and remote professionals who need more than a home office.

Flexible terms. Move-in ready. Schedule a tour and find your space.

"PENTIMENTO: Layered Meanings Brought to Life" Exhibition

On Display until May 3

Art & Soul, 1323 State St.

"PENTIMENTO: Layered Meanings Brought to Life" is a solo exhibition by Santa Barbara artist Michael Vilkin, who explores the concept of pentimento—the reappearance of earlier layers in a painting as time reveals what was once hidden. Here it becomes a metaphor for human experience: identity, memory, and meaning existing in layers that shift, fade, and resurface. In his figurative paintings, subtle details—expressions, gestures, shadows, and clothing—hint at inner narratives beneath outward appearances.

Adult Ceramics for Beginners – Quilt Patterns and Text Art – Weekend Morning Sessions

Saturdays, April 18-May 9, 10:30 AM

Santa Barbara Museum of Art, 1130 State St.

Each four-week beginner throwing class is inspired by a single work of art or collection of objects on display at the museum. Students will learn how to prep materials, use basic tools, center clay, throw simple forms, and trim and glaze their pieces.

"The Gift: New Additions to our Story" Exhibition

On Display until May 31

Santa Barbara Historical Museum, 136 E. De la Guerra St.

Since their founding in 1932, collecting and preserving the material and written history of the Santa Barbara area has been at the core of their institution's purpose, and that task is ongoing to this day.  Every year the Historical Museum adds to the ever-growing collections to better illuminate and share this rich history. This exhibition highlights just some of the gifts they have added recently thanks to the generosity of the community.

"Ludmilla Pilat Welch: Serene Santa Barbara" Exhibition

On Display until May 31

Santa Barbara Historical Museum, 136 E. De la Guerra St.

Plein air painter Ludmilla Pilat Welch moved to Santa Barbara in 1905 and became fascinated with the area's remaining adobes. Her renderings are an important historic record, as many of these remnants of Santa Barbara's past slowly disappeared from the landscape.

Become a CEC Climate Steward

April 15-June 3

CEC's Environmental Hub, 1219 State St.

The Climate Stewards program is your chance to become a leader in the climate movement and turn concern for our planet into meaningful local action. Addressing the climate crisis takes many of us—nonprofit leaders and staff, professionals, business owners, recent college graduates, retirees, high school students, and community members—to work together. Anyone can be a climate steward! Register to join a cohort of motivated changemakers, explore climate solutions through lessons and field trips, and design a personal stewardship project that makes a difference in your community.

SBMM Presents Aquean: Photographs, Paintings, and Prints

On Display until July 26

Santa Barbara Maritime Museum, 113 Harbor Way

Aquean is an evocative new exhibition exploring time, tides, and transformation through the multimedia works of artists David Ellis and Larry Vigon. Featuring photographs, paintings, prints, video, and mixed media, the show invites visitors to consider the sea as both subject and metaphor—revealing the delicate balance between permanence and loss along California's coastlines, where what endures and what vanishes are bound together by the ocean’s rhythms.

ReStore Donation Collections

ReStore, 400 State St.

ReStore is reopening! They are excited to share that they are ready to accept donations. They will be accepting donations on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM.

To donate, simply take your items to the ReStore during these windows of time and pull into the breezeway/loading area in the back of the store (off Gutierrez Street). Be sure to check the list of acceptable items to ensure your donation is something they are able to accept. Questions about your items? Reach out to restore@sbhabitat.org.

Where Santa Barbara's Important Meetings Happen

Workzones, 351 Paseo Nuevo

Host your next meeting, mediation, or offsite in a space designed for focus and productivity. Workzones offers private, fully equipped conference rooms and event space with on-site support, flexible setups, and a professional environment that helps teams align, plan, and move forward.

Book your next meeting with confidence.

Non-profit Office Space Available

Community Environmental Council's Environmental Hub, 1219 State St.

Are you a non-profit looking for a downtown Santa Barbara office space? Located at 1219 State Street, this ground-floor office in the Community Environmental Council's Environmental Hub is a vibrant, inspiring space for work and collaboration.

Work alongside CEC, White Buffalo Land Trust, Human Rights Watch, and other local organizations in this exciting location. Non-profit tenant required. Competitive rates. See more photos of the space.

To learn more or schedule a tour, contact Kathi King at kking@cecmail.org.

Santa Barbara GPS-guided Walking Tour: The Ultimate Guide to Iconic Landmarks

It begins at 1500 Santa Barbara Street and ends at Stearns Wharf

Is Santa Barbara really California's take on the French Riviera? There's only one way to find out—by exploring it on foot. With its Mediterranean climate, breezy coastal lifestyle, and a history as captivating as its scenery, this seaside city has long been a magnet for Hollywood icons, musicians, and dreamers of every kind. On this walking tour, you'll wander through the heart of downtown Santa Barbara, uncovering legendary landmarks, storied hotels, and architectural gems that define the city's unmistakable charm.

Learn more here.

Locals Only - Daily Bar Special

Mondays-Sundays

La Paloma Cafe, 702 Anacapa St.

Enjoy a daily rotating food and beverage pairing, offered exclusively for guests seated at the bar at La Paloma.

Weekly Events at Metro Entertainment

Mondays, Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays

Metro Entertainment, 6 W. Anapamu St.

Every week, Metro Entertainment hosts a full lineup of events for players of all levels:

Monday (6:00 PM) – Casual Magic: The Gathering Commander Night ($5)

Friday (6:00 PM) – Friday Night Magic: Commander Tournament

Saturday:

• 12:00 PM – Magic: The Gathering Lesson (FREE)

• 12:30 PM – Pokémon Lesson (FREE)

• 1:00 PM – Pokémon League ($5)

• 2:00 PM – Introduction to Dungeons & Dragons ($15)

• 5:00 PM – Dungeons & Dragons Night ($15)

Sunday:

• 11:30 AM – Yu-Gi-Oh Tournament ($10)

• 3:00 PM – Magic: The Gathering Booster Draft ($15)

Locals Night

Mondays, 5:00 PM

Finch & Fork, 31 W. Carrillo St.

Cheers to our locals throughout the Santa Barbara community! Join Finch & Fork every Monday for 20% off your bill, excluding happy hour.

Weekly Free Guided Meditation and Live Music

Mondays, 7:00 PM

Yoga Soup, 28 Parker Way

Join Yoga Soup Monday nights at 7:00 PM for a free guided meditation that often includes live music, storytelling, reiki, and sound bath with Radhule Weininger PHD, MD and Anahita Navab Holden, PhD of Mindful Heart Programs.

Board Games + Brews

Tuesdays, 6:00 PM

Night Lizard Brewing Company, 607 State St.

Join Night Lizard Brewing Company every Tuesday for Board Games + Brews, a relaxed weekly game night where good drinks and friendly competition come together. A variety of board games are provided—just grab a beer, pull up a seat, and jump in!

Trivia Night

Tuesdays, 7:00 PM

Institution Ale Co., 516 State St.

Join Institution Ale every Tuesday at 7:00 PM for Trivia Night, hosted by King Trivia! It's free to play, with prizes for the top 3 teams each week. Go with your crew, test your random knowledge, and enjoy great beer and pizza while you're at it.

Sanguis x Sama Sama

Tuesdays-Sundays, 12:00 PM

Sama Sama Kitchen, 1208 State St.

An afternoon well spent starts with a great pour! The Sanguis x Sama Sama tasting brings together small-batch wines, thoughtful craftsmanship, and a space to gather and unwind. Join them from Tuesday to Sunday from 12:00 to 4:00PM to explore the lineup.

Wine Wednesdays

Wednesdays

La Paloma Cafe, 702 Anacapa St.

Enjoy 50% off select bottles of wine every Wednesday at La Paloma!

Trivia Night

Wednesdays, 6:30 PM

M. Special Brewing, 634 State St.

Enjoy every Wednesday at 6:30 PM at M. Special Brewing Company a free, live multimedia trivia night hosted by comedian Courtney Rainwater. Eat, drink, think, and win!

Lotería Night

Every other Wednesday, 7:00 PM

Institution Ale Co., 516 State St.

Every other Wednesday at 7:00 PM is Lotería Night, hosted by Joanna! This fast-paced Mexican bingo-style game is free to play, with 6 rounds and 6 chances to win a prize. Go with your friends or the whole family, grab a beer, and get ready for a fun, high-energy night!

Happy Hour at La Paloma

Wednesdays-Sundays, 4:00 PM

La Paloma Cafe, 702 Anacapa St.

Join La Paloma from Wednesday through Sunday from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM for Happy Hour featuring $10 margaritas, well cocktails, sangria, and martinis, plus $2 off beer and wine by the glass, along with discounted happy hour bites.

Live Music

Thursdays & Saturdays

Institution Ale Co., 516 State St.

Institution Ale hosts live music every Thursday evening and Saturday afternoon. Chill in the beer garden, grab a beer, and enjoy sounds from some great local talent!

Crochet Club

Thursdays, 5:00 PM

The Crafter's Library, 9 E. Figueroa St.

Join the Crochet Club every Thursday at The Crafter's Library! Grab your hooks, needles, or anything that tangles yarn—Crochet Club at The Crafter’s Library is calling your name! Whether you're a total newbie who just learned what a slipknot is, or a seasoned pro with a stash that could open its own store, they've got a seat for you. Knit, crochet, weave, or just untangle your life (or your skeins) with fellow fiber fanatics in a cozy, laughter-filled space. Share tips, swap yarn, and show off your latest masterpiece—or happy accident. Go for the stitches, stay for the stories, and leave with a few new friends (and probably more yarn than you came with).

Weekly Men's Group at Yoga Soup

Thursdays, 5:30 PM

Yoga Soup, 28 Parker Way

Join Yoga Soup to co-create a brave space to share challenges, gain perspective, and build resilience. Connect with other men navigating this life, examining purpose, career, interpersonal relationships, and much more. Get the support you need to process emotions, gain practical tools to reduce stress, and cultivate inner strength in order to live more authentically.

Thursdays #1 Stand-up Comedy Show – SB Comedy Night

Thursdays, 7:30 PM

The Red Piano, 519 State St.

Enjoy every Thursday the world-famous Red Piano VIP Backstage Comedy Club and laugh with Santa Barbara locals and tourists all night long! Santa Barbara Comedy Night offers you a perfect night out for world-class laughs at local hometown prices, ensuring you get the best value for your entertainment night out.

Every Thursday night, professional stand-up comedians perform their headliner, featured, and opener comedy shows.

Loubud Happy Hour

Thursdays & Fridays, 3:00 PM

Loubud Wines, 20 El Paseo

Unwind at Loubud Wines Happy Hour, happening every Thursday and Friday from 3:00 to 6:00 PM at 20 El Paseo. Enjoy $9 glasses of Sauvignon Blanc, 15% off bottles of Brut Rosé and Blanc de Noirs, and add a little fun by solving a puzzle while you sip.

Santa Barbara Comedy Club - Comedy Nights

Thursdays & Fridays, 7:00 PM

Speakeasy Comedy Bar, 409 State St.

Laugh and enjoy stand-up comedians performing their newest jokes and comedy live on the road to stand-up comedy specials, concerts, and comedy venues worldwide. Expect surprise performances and special shows dedicated to Santa Barbara nonprofits benefiting the community. Doors open at 5:00 PM; enjoy great soul food from Kool Runninz SB.

Live Music: The Brasscals

Every third Friday, 8:00 PM

Night Lizard Brewing Company, 607 State St.

Join Night Lizard Brewing Company for live music with The Brasscals, a local street brass band and collective of musicians serving up lively grooves, great vibes, and an unforgettable night every third Friday.

Magic On State St. Fridays at Satellite Wine Bar

Fridays, 6:15 PM

Satellite, 1117 State St.

Magic Happens at Satellite Wine Bar!

Join Satellite and enjoy close up magic and mentalism with Gene Urban, a professional magician who calls Santa Barbara home!

Karaoke Fridays on State

Fridays, 6:30 PM

Longoria Wines, 732 State St.

Join Longoria Wines and enjoy every Friday from 6:30 to 8:30 PM at their State St. location singing your heart out! Glass specials and bottle discounts every week. Hosted by El Karaoke.

Saturday Architectural Walking Tour

Saturdays, 10:00 AM

Architectural Foundation of Santa Barbara, 229 E. Victoria St.

Join the architectural walking tour of historic buildings in downtown Santa Barbara and hear the rich anecdotal history of buildings such as de la Guerra Adobe, El Paseo, Meridian Studios, and the Lobero Theatre, among others.

The Architectural Foundation of Santa Barbara offers its Sabado Architectural Walking Tour each Saturday beginning at 10:00 AM. The tour leaves from the City Hall steps adjacent to de la Guerra Plaza and is 1.5–2hours long. The suggested donation is $20 per person.

Kids Club

Every second Saturday of the Month, 10:00 AM

Paseo Nuevo, 651 Paseo Nuevo

Join Paseo Nuevo for Kids Club Fun Events! Go with your family to the De La Guerra Place, located directly in front of the Paseo Nuevo Cinemas! Enjoy free entertainment at the Paseo Nuevo Kids Club, featuring creative arts, STEM projects, and more. All supplies are complimentary, making it a perfect day out for kids of all ages!

Saturday Please Breath Breathwork Series

Saturdays, 3:00 PM

Yoga Soup, 28 Parker Way

Join Yoga Soup for the Saturday Please Breathe Breathwork Series, a weekly opportunity to slow down, reconnect, and reset. Each session is guided by a rotating group of experienced facilitators, offering a variety of breathwork styles designed to support relaxation, clarity, and inner balance.

Sounds on State

Saturdays, 4:00 PM

Paseo Nuevo, 651 Paseo Nuevo

Enjoy live music every Saturday from 4:00 to 6:00 PM at Paseo Nuevo, located at Center Court, next to 805 Boba.

The Good Good Show

Every third Saturday of the Month, 7:30 PM

Night Lizard Brewing Company, 607 State St.

Santa Barbara's longest-running monthly comedy show features new guests every show.

Every 3rd Saturday at Night Lizard Brewing Company!

Kids Eat Free

Sundays, 10:30 AM

La Paloma Cafe, 702 Anacapa St.

Kids eat FREE on Sundays with a purchase of an adult entree per kid. Offer valid for 10-year-olds and younger.

Dance Hive: Ecstatic Dance

Sundays, 12:30 PM

Yoga Soup, 28 Parker Way

Santa Barbara Dance Hive invites you to celebrate life through movement! They gather Sundays as a community for a conscious dance journey that welcomes authentic expression, freedom of movement, and embodied connection.

Your entry fee is tax deductible! Dance Hive is hosted by INSPIRATIA, a registered 501c3 charitable organization.

Learn more at: Inspiratia.org.

Live Music on State

Sundays, 3:00 PM

Longoria Wines, 732 State St.

Join Longoria Wines for live music every Sunday afternoon from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM with music each week from various local singer-songwriters. Enjoy glass specials and lose yourself in song and wine!

Free Old Town Walking Tour

Reserve your spot here.

715 State St.

This 2-hour tour explores the history of the lower blocks of State Street with special attention paid to the Spanish-Colonial style of architecture, the Brinkerhoff Victorian District, and three of Jeff Shelton's residential projects, including the famous "Dr. Seuss" house. On weekday tours, they often visit Jeff's studio. The tour starts at 10:00 AM at 715 State St. Combine the tour with a birthday or anniversary and receive a free McConnell's ice cream! Reservations required.

Where Community Meets Climate Action

Community Environmental Council's Environmental Hub, 1219 State St.

Turn your next gathering into a catalyst for change. The Community Environmental Council's Environmental Hub in downtown Santa Barbara offers sustainably designed, flexible venues for gatherings of all kinds. From meetings and conferences to receptions and film screenings, every booking supports bold, equitable climate solutions and helps grow a community of changemakers. 

State Street Flag Program

CEC flags will be flying on State Street from 04/22 - 04/28.

The Community Environmental Council (CEC) advances rapid, equitable solutions to the climate crisis—promoting clean energy, sustainable food systems, and community resilience. As the organizer of Santa Barbara's Earth Day Festival, CEC brings people together to take meaningful local action for a healthier planet. CEC has pioneered environmental solutions on California's Central Coast for more than 50 years. They believe that, together, they can REVERSE climate change, REPAIR the damage, and PROTECT local communities from extreme weather effects.

Learn more here.

Interested in learning more about the State Street Flag Program? Click here or e-mail flags@downtownsb.org.