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

Thursday, April 30, 5:30 PM

Various Locations Downtown

Get your tickets now!

Turn your Thursday into an adventure at the Downtown Santa Barbara LIVE Art & Wine Tour on April 30th! From 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM, the city’s heart transforms into a vibrant circuit of pop-up galleries and tasting rooms. Sip award-winning local wines, sample signature bites from top-tier chefs, and watch live art unfold all in one unforgettable evening.

The excitement doesn’t end on the sidewalk; we’re heading to the Santa Barbara Historical Museum for a high-energy grand finale! Join us for a night of live music, a curated silent auction, and even more local delicacies to round out the celebration. Tickets are selling fast, secure yours now to experience the very best of Santa Barbara’s food, wine, and art scene!

Downtown Kickin' Country Line Dancing

Every Wednesday in May, 6:00 PM

In front ot Best BBQ, 716 State St.

Join us every Wednesday in May in front of Best BBQ and Apna Indian Kitchen at 716 State Street and enjoy free country line dancing lessons led by the amazing Christy Grant 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. Best BBQ and Apna Indian Kitchen 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.

An Evening of Local Action and Inspiration: Sustainability Panel

Thursday, April 30, 6:00 PM

CEC's Environmental Hub, 1219 State St.

Join the Community Environmental Council (CEC) and the Santa Barbara City College Projects in Sustainability Club for a discussion around sustainability and eco-action, featuring Alelia Parenteau, director of the City of Santa Barbara's Sustainability and Resilience Department. The event will include a panel discussion, resource tables, and opportunities to learn how local organizations and leaders are advancing sustainability in the community, with additional special guests to be announced. Go get inspired, get informed, and explore meaningful ways to take action locally.

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.

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.

In Motion: Professional Track Final Presentation

Friday, May 1, 5:00 PM

Center Stage Theater, 751 Paseo Nuevo

State Street Ballet is an internationally acclaimed dance company in Santa Barbara, California. Established in 1994 by Founding Director Rodney Gustafson, the company is a pioneering collaborative that employs dancers from around the world, consistently striving for new and innovative artistic opportunities that serve a broad audience. Each season is dedicated to bringing the highest standards of artistry and originality to tried-and-true classical favorites, plus new works that reflect the contemporary nature and talent of the ensemble's 20 dancers under the artistic direction of Megan Philipp.

Skip Clark Santa Barbara Friday Night Comedy Show

Friday, May 1, 7:00 PM

Speakeasy Comedy Bar, 409 State St.

It's Friday Night Laughs at the Santa Barbara Comedy Club Speakeasy Comedy Bar. 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.

Opera Santa Barbara – Elmer Gantry

Friday, May 1, 7:30 PM

Sunday, May 3, 2:30 PM

Lobero Theatre, 33 E. Canon Perdido St.

Opera Santa Barbara presents Elmer Gantry on May 1 at 7:30 PM and on May 3 at 2:30 PM.

Greed, lust, and old-time religion burst into flames in Aldridge and Garfein's gospel-infused opera, based on Sinclair Lewis' satirical novel and the movie that won Burt Lancaster his first Oscar. Set in the Midwestern U.S. in the early 20th century and sung in English with projected LED captions.

Strange Days: A Tribute to The Doors

Friday, May 1, 9:00 PM

SOhO, 1221 State St.

Strange Days brings the unmistakable sound and spirit of one of rock's most influential bands to the SOhO stage on Friday, May 1, with their electrifying tribute to The Doors, delivering a night of psychedelic rock and timeless classics. Celebrating the music of The Doors, whose groundbreaking fusion of blues, rock, jazz, and poetry helped define the countercultural movement of the late 1960s, Strange Days delivers a faithful recreation of the band’s legendary live performances. From hypnotic organ lines to driving rhythms and dramatic vocals, the group captures the raw energy and mystique that made The Doors one of the most enduring acts in rock history.

The Strangers Project

May 2-May 17

Art & Soul, 1323 State St.

Art & Soul is proud to host The Strangers Project, a globally recognized archive of handwritten stories that connects strangers through reflection, empathy, and shared voice. Presented in partnership with Friends of State Street, the installation invites visitors into an intimate, participatory experience that transforms the gallery into a space of human connection and collective storytelling.

The Santa Barbara Literary Festival

May 2-3, 9:00 AM

Various Locations Downtown

The Santa Barbara Literary Festival brings together readers and writers of every genre for a two-day celebration of storytelling and inspiration. Engaging panels, enlightening workshops, pop-up events, and welcoming social gatherings bring together established authors, emerging writers, and passionate readers in a uniquely intimate setting that fosters community centered around a shared love of the literary arts.

Learn more here.

Free Mat Sculpt Pilates

Saturday, May 2, 9:00 AM

Paseo Nuevo, 651 Paseo Nuevo

Join City Sculpt Collective founders Ayesha Jetley & Lindsey Hyslop for a feel-good, full-body sculpt session on the Paseo Nuevo Upper Terrace followed by wellness vendors, community hangs, and all the good energy. Whether you're just getting started or have an established practice, you'll be guided every step of the way with modifications and progressions to meet you where you are.

Santa Barbara Revels Celebrates May Day!

Saturday, May 2, 11:00 AM

Paseo Nuevo, 651 Paseo Nuevo

Santa Barbara Revels welcomes the community to its 18th Annual May Day Celebration, a joyful, music-filled tradition that brings the spirit of spring to life. The festivities begin at 11:00 AM on Saturday, May 2nd, at Paseo Nuevo Shopping Center (across from the cinema), and best of all, it's completely FREE and open to all ages.

Anatomy of Trauma: Weekend Immersion

May 2-3, 2:30 PM

Yoga Soup, 28 Parker Way

This workshop is an invitation to enter the subtle interior, where yin yoga, internal family systems, and contemplative practice converge. You will work gently and precisely with the nervous system, supporting the body in releasing long-held patterns of bracing, guarding, and dissociation. Through guided parts work, somatic inquiry, and restorative stillness, you will learn to meet the inner landscape without forcing it to change.

Art, Women & Resistance

Saturday, May 2, 3:30 PM

Santa Barbara Museum of Art, 1130 State St.

When the world attempts to silence women, art becomes both refuge and rebellion. Drawing from their acclaimed historical novels, authors Lisa Barr, Erika Robuck, Piper Huguley, and Madeline Martin explore how women have used creativity, as artists, collectors, curators, and unsung heroes, to defy oppression, preserve culture, and inspire change. The conversation offers a stirring look at the power of creative expression in the face of constraint.

Memoir, Music & Cocktails at Roy's

Saturday, May 2, 4:00 PM

Restaurant Roy, 7 W. Carrillo St.

Join Restaurant Roy for a singular Saturday night that weaves together memoir, music journalism, live performance, and the kind of honest conversation about creative life that you won't find anywhere else.

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.

Roots of Brazil 2026

Saturday, May 2, 6:00 PM

Center Stage Theater, 751 Paseo Nuevo

Bahia Magia Dance Company, founded in 2001 by Mestre Mariano Silva alongside the Brazilian Cultural Arts Center of Santa Barbara, brings the vibrant spirit of Afro-Brazilian culture to the stage. Rooted in the traditions of Salvador, Bahia, the heart of Brazil's African diaspora, the company transforms dancers of all backgrounds into powerful storytellers. Through dynamic forms like Orixá dances, Samba de Roda, and Maculelê, Bahia Magia celebrates resilience, community, and the rhythms of everyday life.

Mujeres Makers Market 5th Year Anniversary!

Sunday, May 3, 10:00 AM

El Presidio de Santa Barbara, 123 E. Canon Perdido St.

Celebrate 5 years of the Mujeres Makers Market! Mujeres Makers Market hosts monthly community markets promoting community and unity among women creatives and highlighting women of color. Giftable items found at these markets include delights such as succulent arrangements, colorful macrame earrings, desserts that double as eye candy, Mexican hot chocolate kits, handmade soaps, vintage clothing, and much more.

Santa Barbara Literary Festival: A Conversation with Pulitzer Prize-Winning Author Ed Humes

Sunday, May 3, 4:30 PM

CEC's Environmental Hub, 1219 State St.

Join the Community Environmental Council (CEC) for a compelling conversation between the Community Environmental Council's (CEC) Director of Outreach and Education Kathi King and Pulitzer Prize–winning author Ed Humes, centered around his book "Total Garbage: How We Can Fix Our Waste and Heal Our World." They'll explore the hidden systems behind what we throw away and the environmental, economic, and ethical consequences of our waste. Ed will also examine the role of journalism in discovering environmental truths and inspiring meaningful climate action. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from one of the country's foremost environmental storytellers.

"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.

Folklorico & Tequila

Tuesday, May 5, 4:00 PM

Azul Cocina, 7 E. Anapamu St.

Join Azul Cocina for a festive Cinco de Mayo celebration featuring live folklórico dancers on the patio from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, authentic Mexican cuisine, and handcrafted cocktails.

Cinco de Mayo

Tuesday, May 5, 5:00 PM

Kimpton Canary Hotel, 31 W. Carrillo St.

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with the Kimpton Canary Hotel for a high-energy evening of tacos, tequila, and great music. Enjoy three street tacos and a tequila tasting with Flecha Azul, while Nick Delfino sets the vibe. Sip, snack, and celebrate in true Finch & Fork style; it's the perfect after-work fiesta.

Tickets $20 (includes taco and tequila tasting - additional drinks and tacos available for purchase).

Pat Metheny Side-Eye III +

Tuesday, May 5, 7:30 PM

Lobero Theatre, 33 E. Canon Perdido St.

Jazz at the Lobero presents Pat Metheny Side-Eye III + on Tuesday, May 5, at 7:30 PM. Pat Metheny continues the evolution of Side-Eye with a new tour featuring new music. Side-Eye III+ features Chris Fishman on piano/keyboards, Joe Dyson on drums, and Jermaine Paul on bass. This is contemporary jazz at its finest—innovative, accessible, and absolutely unmissable for both longtime fans and newcomers to Metheny's musical world. A Brubeck Circle show.

BLUE MAN GROUP

May 5-6, 7:30 PM

The Granada Theatre, 1214 State St.

BLUE MAN GROUP performances are a celebration of human connection. Mixing art, music, comedy, and state-of-the-art technology, the show encourages audiences to reconnect with their inner (and outer) child and see the world through a new perspective. Three bald and blue men explore the cultural norms with wide-eyed wonder, poking fun at the collective quirks and reminding you how much you all have in common.

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.

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.

New Moon Ritual: Sound Bath, Sauna, Cold Plunge

Sunday, May 17, 5:30 PM

Soul Care Studio + Sauna, 1101 Anacapa St. #100

A guided evening of breathwork, sound healing, and thermal therapy for full-body renewal. The evening is designed to help you slow down, release tension, and restore your energy. This guided experience blends breathwork, meditation, sound healing, heat, and cold exposure to support deep relaxation and nervous system regulation. You'll begin with Amber Joy leading gentle breathwork and meditation outdoors under the trees at the Courthouse gardens to ground the body, followed by a restorative sound bath to quiet the mind. From there, you'll transition back into Soul Care Studio + Sauna and move into the infrared sauna, with the option to experience a cold plunge, ending with time to unwind, integrate, and simply be. Whether you're new to these practices or returning to them, this is a space to reset and recharge—at your own pace. They look forward to having you as their guest at this intimate event.

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.

"Shapes of Surrealism" Exhibition

On Display until May 31

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.

"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.

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

LIVE Art & Wine Tour and Santa Barbara Foundation flags will be flying on State Street from 04/29 - 05/05.

Celebrating its 24th year, the LIVE Art & Wine Tour is a signature downtown event that blends live art, local flavors, fine wines, and community connection. Attendees stroll through participating venues before gathering for a lively finale with more art, food, wine, music, dancing, a silent auction, and more.

Learn more here.

As your community foundation, the Santa Barbara Foundation actively connects donors, nonprofits, businesses, government, and the people of the county to take on the challenges that affect you all. They know that together they can do more. Working together, they create meaningful impact on the issues you care about in the communities you all love.

Learn more here.

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