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1st Thursday Art Walk
Thursday, July 2, 5:00 PM
Various Locations Downtown
1st Thursday is an evening of art and culture in downtown Santa Barbara. On the first Thursday of each month, participating galleries and venues offer free access to visual and performing arts in a fun and social environment. Venues feature attractions such as art openings, live music, artists' receptions, lectures, wine tastings, and hands-on activities. We hope you will join us to enjoy our beautiful downtown and all that it has to offer!
Learn more here.
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Grand Opening of The Barber Shop's New Location
Friday, July 3, 12:00 PM
The Barber Shop, 429 State St.
Join us in celebrating the grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony for The Barber Shop's new location this Friday, July 3, at 12:00 PM at 429 State Street. A longtime downtown favorite known for its classic barbering and exceptional service, The Barber Shop, also home to Victorian Salon, offering a full range of salon services, is opening an exciting new chapter in its new home. The community is invited to attend the ceremony, tour the space, enjoy refreshments, and celebrate with owner Jorge Salgado and the team.
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Pianos on State Artist Call for Designs 2026
June 1-July 10
PIANOS ON STATE is an interactive public art and music experience that takes place every
October in downtown Santa Barbara. Each piano, painted by local artists, becomes its own
interactive piece placed in public space for the community to play, listen, and enjoy. The pianos will be displayed from September 29 to October 19, 2026, on designated pads along State Street with additional placements at MOXI and the Santa Barbara Airport. The Santa Barbara Arts Collaborative has officially opened the call for artist piano designs, with 12 design slots available. The application period is June 1 - July 10th, with guidelines and the application link found at pianosonstate.com/apply.
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UCSB Arts & Lectures Free Summer Cinema: "Mixtapes & Misfits"
Fridays, July 10-August 28, 8:30 PM
Santa Barbara County Courthouse Sunken Garden, 1100 Anacapa St.
This summer, join our neighbors and community partners at the Santa Barbara County Courthouse Sunken Garden for a cherished local tradition. UCSB Arts & Lectures and the Santa Barbara County Office of Arts & Culture have announced the 2026 Free Summer Cinema lineup, "Mixtapes & Misfits."
Learn more here.
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Where to Watch the FIFA World Cup Downtown
The FIFA World Cup is here, and Downtown Santa Barbara is ready for every match! From lively sports bars and breweries to restaurants and community gathering spaces, there are plenty of places to cheer on your favorite team. Explore our guide to discover where to watch the action, find game-day specials, and experience the excitement of the world's biggest soccer tournament right in the heart of downtown.
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FIFA World Cup Specials and Surprises at Shaker Mill
Shaker Mill, 418 State St.
Catch every USA and Mexico World Cup match at Shaker Mill on their 150" projector screen. Enjoy happy hour cocktails throughout the game, plus special pricing on some of their house favorites and a few surprises along the way.
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FIFA World Cup at Metro Entertainment
Metro Entertainment, 6 W. Anapamu St.
Celebrate the FIFA World Cup at Metro Entertainment with soccer-themed fun all tournament long. Browse FIFA World Cup stickers and Panini Prizm Soccer Trading Cards, join the Sticker Trading Day on July 5 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM, and take part in special giveaways. Every time the USA or Mexico wins, the first 25 customers to visit the store the next day will receive a free sticker pack.
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Catch Every World Cup Game at Cooney's at the Market
Cooney's at the Market, 38 W. Victoria St. #102
Watch every FIFA World Cup match at Santa Barbara Public Market, where Cooney's will be showing every game throughout the tournament. With multiple restaurants under one roof, fans can enjoy a variety of food options while cheering on their favorite teams, making it the perfect spot for groups with different tastes to gather and watch the action.
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FIFA World Cup Specials at Baja Sharkeez
Baja Sharkeez, 525 State St.
Cheer on your favorite team at Baja Sharkeez during the FIFA World Cup and enjoy tournament-long drink specials, giveaways, and prizes. Sip on $40 mix-and-match buckets featuring Corona, Modelo, Dos Equis, High Noon, Surfside, and more, or grab $30 Coors Banquet buckets, $9.25 Modelo boots, $16.50 Truly Soccer Balls, $7 Micheladas, $7 Bacardi cocktails, and $8.75 Jameson cocktails and shots. Don't miss the excitement during USA and Mexico matches, where fans can expect special giveaways and a lively game-day atmosphere.
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FIFA World Cup Game Day Deals at M. Special
M. Special Brewing, 634 State St.
Catch all the FIFA World Cup action at M. Special and cheer on your favorite team with game-day specials at both taprooms. During USA, Mexico, Canada, Brazil, and England matches, enjoy $5 core beers and $20 core beer pitchers. For USA and Mexico matches, wear your team's jersey and receive a 2-for-1 pint on your first round. Gather your crew, rep your colors, and enjoy every match with great beer and fellow fans!
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Sandwich Week 2026
June 25-July 1
The Santa Barbara Independent's Sandwich Week is here! From June 25 to July 1, participating restaurants across Santa Barbara County are bringing their A-game, serving up mouthwatering sandwiches at a price that's easy to savor: just $9. From crispy chicken creations, fresh sub stacks, gooey dessert delights, and classic deli masterpieces, there's something for every sandwich lover to sink their teeth into. Whether you hit one place or try to taste them all, it's the tastiest tour you'll take this summer.
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Stars, Stripes & Santa Barbara: Doublewide Kings Benefit Concert + Independence Day Pop-Up Exhibition Opening
Wednesday, July 1, 6:30 PM
Santa Barbara Historical Museum, 136 E. De la Guerra St.
Join the Santa Barbara Historical Museum for an unforgettable summer evening celebrating America's approaching 250th anniversary with live music, local history, and community spirit. Enjoy a special benefit concert featuring the Doublewide Kings alongside the opening of a unique pop-up exhibition showcasing cherished Independence Day memories from the recently preserved Santa Barbara News-Press Collection.
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YEAR ONE – Celebrating Seimandi & Leprieur Gallery First Anniversary
Thursday, July 2, 5:00 PM
Seimandi & Leprieur Gallery, 33 W. Anapamu St.
Seimandi & Leprieur Gallery is delighted to celebrate this first year with you. On Thursday, July 2nd, they invite you to discover YEAR ONE, a special group exhibition celebrating the gallery's inaugural season. Bringing together artists from their first five exhibitions, YEAR ONE celebrates both continuity and discovery, revisiting works that have shaped their program while unveiling new pieces by many of the artists who have accompanied them since the beginning.
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Paint at Paseo
Thursday, July 2, 5:00 PM
Paseo Nuevo, 651 Paseo Nuevo
Join Paseo Nuevo for a free and fun guided painting workshop with Creative Wellness Artist Khaatia Vantiger. For July, participants will be painting a piece featuring a Fire Horse presence emerging through a mountain-inspired landscape, introducing a stronger sense of motion and energy.
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Chloé Marie Hourdequin at Game Seeker
Thursday, July 2, 5:00 PM
Game Seeker, 920 State St.
Join Game Seeker and meet Chloé Marie Hourdequin who creates original watercolor paintings that illustrate flora, fauna and iconic local landmarks of Santa Barbara County.
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First Thursday Jazz Jam
Thursday, July 2, 5:00 PM
The Blue Owl, 5 W. Canon Perdido St.
Alison Tuma hosts a jazz jam from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at The Blue Owl Restaurant. Go listen or "sit in" with Tony Ybarra on guitar and Guil Juliao on bass. All jazz instrumentalists and vocalists welcome. Please bring 3 plus charts in your key.
Enjoy happy hour specials till 6:00 PM.
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Lois Mahalia at The Grand on State
Thursday, July 2, 5:30 PM
The Grand on State, 1218 State St.
Celebrating First Thursday, amazing local singer Lois Mahalia and her talented band performs at The Grand on State. Dinner, wine, and beer are available for this always-popular show.
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Love Island Watch Party & Speed Dating Night
Thursday, July 2, 6:00 PM
SOhO, 1221 State St.
Join SOhO for a Love Island episode screening followed by speed dating, then cocktail hour. Find a new bestie or bae! Jump into July with a silly, fun night at SOhO!
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Comedy Rock Band Slanted Land at Roy
Thursday, July 2, 7:00 PM
Restaurant Roy, 7 W. Carrillo St.
Comedy rock band Slanted Land plays Restaurant Roy, for first Thursday on July 2, with Zach Madden and guests. Music starts at 7:00 PM and Slanted Land at 9:00 PM.
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Forest Path Satsang with Jaya & Hayley Saraswatī
Thursday, July 2, 7:15 PM
Yoga Soup, 28 Parker Way
Forest Path is returning to Yoga Soup to host a special evening of song and satsang. The Forest Path, guided by Jaya and Hayley Saraswatī, is an interspiritual community based in Lake Atitlán, Guatemala, offering plant medicine, meditation, and yoga retreats. Their gatherings are known for rich, devotional music that weaves together traditions from the Amazon, the Andes, and India.
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Teaching Artist Showcase: Bruch & Mendelssohn
Thursday, July 2, 7:30 PM
Lobero Theatre, 33 E. Canon Perdido St.
The Music Academy's teaching artist roster is unmatched—artists who mentor at the highest level and shine in performance throughout the summer. Teaching Artist Showcases spotlight this extraordinary talent in concert, bringing their influential teaching artists to the stage in chamber music collaborations.
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La Miniatura Book Launch
Friday, July 3, 3:00 PM
Grassini Family Vineyards Tasting Room, 24 El Paseo
Join Grassini Family Vineyards Tasting Room for the launch of La Miniatura: A Frank Lloyd Wright House for Alice Millard by Robert L. Ooley, FAIA. Celebrate the debut of this beautifully illustrated new book exploring the fascinating story of Frank Lloyd Wright's iconic Millard House and the remarkable woman whose vision made it possible. Meet the author, enjoy a presentation, hear the stories behind the research, and have your copy personally signed.
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Téka Brazilian Jazz at The Grand on State
Friday, July 3, 5:30 PM
The Grand on State, 1218 State St.
Wonderful Brazilian jazz performed by local hero singer and guitarist Téka at The Grand on State. Beautiful music, wonderful French food, California and international wines and beer... and the desserts! A great night out for fans of music or great food.
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Club Canary V - Fourth of July Weekend
Friday, July 3, 6:00 PM
Kimpton Canary Hotel, 31 W. Carrillo St.
More Energy presents: Club Canary! They are back on the rooftop with the 4th installment of More Energy's Club Canary party! Join them at the Kimpton Canary Hotel and enjoy good vibes, great music, and the best rooftop views in town.
Tunes by resident DJs Jack Roy & Larry Dance Jr. plus special guest DJs MICO and AROD.
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Dance Camp Workshop Performance 2026
Friday, July 3, 7:00 PM
Center Stage Theater, 751 Paseo Nuevo
Dance Camp Workshop Performance 2026 featuring Peter and the Wolf and Selected Works. Peter and the Wolf takes place in the meadow surrounding Peter's house. Despite his grandfather's warnings of the dangers of wolves, Peter and his friends, a bird, a cat, and a duck, go into the meadow to play. Then a wolf does come out of the forest. Peter is the hero of the day with his 3 friends in tow!
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Academy Festival Orchestra: Gershwin & Brahms
Friday, July 3, 7:30 PM
The Granada Theatre, 1214 State St.
The Festival opens with an orchestral program combining Gershwin's American classic with Brahms' pastoral Symphony No. 2, led by renowned conductor Miguel Harth-Bedoya and performed by tomorrow's stars.
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Summer Sculpt Series
Saturday, July 4, 9:00 AM
Paseo Nuevo Upper Terrace, 651 Paseo Nuevo
Join City Sculpt Collective founders Ayesha Jetley & Lindsey Hyslop for a full-body sculpt class designed to build strength, boost confidence, and leave you feeling more aligned—all set against the backdrop of beautiful Santa Barbara. After class, stay for a wellness after-party featuring recovery experiences, wellness activations, and local small business pop-ups.
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4th of July Concert Presented by Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation: Celebrating 250 Years of American Independence
Saturday, July 4, 5:00 PM
Santa Barbara County Courthouse Sunken Garden, 1100 Anacapa St.
Celebrate Independence Day and America's 250th Anniversary with a free, family-friendly outdoor concert at the Santa Barbara Courthouse Sunken Gardens. This year, the PrimeTime Band presents "Sounds of America," a musical retrospective featuring classic tunes from pop, rock, musicals, and movies—including hits from The Beach Boys, The Incredibles, and "Over the Rainbow."
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4th of July Canary Cookout
Saturday, July 4, 6:00 PM
Kimpton Canary Hotel, 31 W. Carrillo St.
Celebrate Independence Day from the best seat in town, up on the rooftop! Join the Kimpton Canary Hotel on July 4th from 6:00 to 10:00 PM for an evening of great food, refreshing drinks, and high-energy beats from DJ Nick Delfino. Enjoy a festive summer BBQ and a full bar, and take in stunning firework views. Whether you're coming with friends or making new ones, this is the perfect way to toast to the holiday.
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July 4th Celebration at The Grand on State
Saturday, July 4, 6:00 PM
The Grand on State, 1218 State St.
Celebrate America's birthday with America's original music: jazz! Collin Richardson on sax leads The Grand Band, featuring the club co-owner Brian Mann on piano, Jim Mooy on trumpet, Randy Tico on bass, and Dick Weller on drums. Pair that with wonderful French food and California/international wines, and it's a firecracker of an evening of music and celebration.
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Mujeres Makers Market
Sunday, July 5, 10:00 AM
El Presidio de Santa Bárbara State Historic Park, 123 E. Canon Perdido St.
Mujeres Makers Market hosts monthly community markets promoting community and unity amongst 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.
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Painting the Pacific
Sunday, July 5, 11:00 AM
Art & Soul, 1323 State St.
Ready to unleash your creativity? Come along to Painting the Pacific, a boutique in-person event where you'll dive into vibrant ocean-inspired art, led by Hope Christopherson. She is a painter and illustrator whose work blends nature, mythology, and storytelling. Raised in the Black Hills of South Dakota and inspired by a lifelong love of folklore and the natural world, she creates watercolor and oil paintings that weave together fantasy, symbolism, and observation. Through her travels, artist residencies, and time spent painting outdoors, Hope explores how myth and imagination can help you better understand your relationship to nature, memory, and the world around you.
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"Ludmilla Pilat Welch: Serene Santa Barbara" Exhibition
On Display until July 5
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.
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"The Gift: New Additions to our Story" Exhibition
On Display until July 5
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.
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The Economics of Sustainability with Dr. Brett Caraway
Wednesday, July 8, 6:30 PM
CEC's Environmental Hub, 1219 State St.
Join the Community Environmental Council for an intimate discussion with Dr Brett Caraway, author of The Critical Introduction to the Economics of Sustainability and vice director in the Institute for Management & Innovation at the University of Toronto. Drawing on insights from economics, environmental studies, and public policy, Dr. Caraway explores the complex relationship between economic systems and sustainability challenges in the 21st century.
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BAAD Sunday Vintage Market
Sunday, July 19, 12:00 PM
500 Anacapa St.
Spend your summer Sundays at BAAD Sunday Vintage Market, a vibrant community gathering featuring vintage finds, local vendors, music, food, drinks, and matcha. The market returns on July 19 and August 16 at 500 Anacapa Street, bringing together some of Santa Barbara's favorite makers, collectors, and creatives for an afternoon of shopping and fun.
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"Viridian Shores" Exhibition
On Display until July 19
Art & Soul, 1323 State St.
Art & Soul is pleased to present Viridian Shores, a new exhibition of paintings by artist Lucia de Miguel. Inspired by travel, imagination, and personal experience, the exhibition explores idyllic coastlines, shifting shorelines, and aerial ocean perspectives through richly layered acrylic paintings on canvas and paper.
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Canary AM Club
Saturday, July 25, 9:00 AM
Kimpton Canary Hotel, 31 W. Carrillo St.
Get ready for a morning of beats and coffee at the Canary Hotel for a Santa Barbara take on the coffee rave scene. 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.
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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.
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Summer Kids Camp
July 27-31
The Painted Cabernet, 1229 State St.
Explore a universe of creativity at The Painted Cabernet's Summer Kids Camp from July 27–31. Designed for ages 7–12, this hands-on art camp features three themed projects each day inspired by outer space, along with time for snacks, lunch, and creative exploration. Young artists will build confidence, spark their imagination, and create take-home masterpieces in a fun and supportive studio environment.
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New Sparkling Wine Tasting Flight
July 1-31, 12:00 PM
Santa Barbara Bubbly Lounge, 23 E. De La Guerra St. Suite 100
New for the month of July is their Sparkling Wine Tasting Flight to pair with optional cheese or chocolate pairings. Enjoy cozy lounge vibes, bubbly by the glass, bottle and salty bites in the heart of El Paseo.
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New Red Wine Tasting Flight
July 1-31, 12:00 PM
Jamie Slone Wines, 23 E. De La Guerra St.
New for the month of July is an updated Red 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.
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2026 GALA PERFORMANCE
Friday, August 7, 6:00 PM
Lobero Theatre, 33 E. Canon Perdido St.
The Flamenco Arts Festival proudly presents Siudy Garrido Flamenco in a powerful production of Flamenco Suite, featuring eight world-class dancers and musicians. Celebrated internationally, her work reflects the artistry and cultural leadership shaping flamenco in the United States today.
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Artist Studio Survey
The Arts Collaborative is venturing beyond the walls of the Community Arts Workshop to study the possibility of affordable artist studios in Santa Barbara. With the rise in costs for both housing and commercial space, artists are being priced out of historic areas like the Funk Zone and struggling to find replacements.
The SBAC has rallied a small group of community leaders to study the need, the possibilities, and the methods for facilitating more affordable studio space for artists. Their group wants to hear from artists themselves to understand the realistic needs of their artistic community for creative work space.
Participating in this survey directly supports their ability to make this effort a reality.
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SBAcoustic 10th Anniversary
SOhO, 1221 State St.
SBAcoustic is celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2026 with a series of six upcoming concerts featuring premier musicians from across the globe, performing bluegrass, fingerstyle, singer/songwriting, country, gypsy jazz, boogie-woogie, ragtime, jazz, blues, and more.
SBAcoustic presents the John Jorgenson Bluegrass Band, Joe Robinson, the Transatlantic Guitar Trio, Sarah McQuaid, Sonny Leland, and Kryan Daniel.
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New Summer Treats at Ghirardelli
Indulge in Ghirardelli's limited-time summer treats! The Dubai Style Chocolate Strawberry Bliss features layers of fresh sliced strawberries, handmade hot fudge, creamy pistachio butter, toasted kataifi, white chocolate, sea salt, whipped cream, and mini dark chocolate chips. Or try the Dubai Style Chocolate Sundae, made with vanilla ice cream, handmade hot fudge, pistachio butter, toasted kataifi, white chocolate, sea salt, whipped cream, caramel drizzle, and a Milk Chocolate Caramel Square. Available while supplies last.
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A Better Summer Workday
Workzones, 351 Paseo Nuevo
Make the most of your summer workday with the Workzones Summer Passport. Watch World Cup matches, try coworking, bring a guest, attend member events, and explore the space. Earn stamps throughout the summer, unlock rewards and perks, and email host@workzones.com to learn more.
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Santa Barbara GPS-guided Walking Tour: The Ultimate Guide to Iconic Landmarks
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.
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Locals Only - Daily Bar Special at La Paloma
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.
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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)
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Locals Night at Finch & Fork
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.
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Weekly Free Guided Meditation and Live Music at Yoga Soup
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.
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Board Games + Brews at Night Lizard
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!
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Trivia Night at Institution Ale
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.
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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.
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Wine Wednesdays at La Paloma
Wednesdays
La Paloma Cafe, 702 Anacapa St.
Enjoy 50% off select bottles of wine every Wednesday at La Paloma!
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Trivia Night at M. Special
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!
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Lotería Night at Institution Ale
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!
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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.
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Live Music at Institution Ale
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!
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Crochet Club at The Crafter's Library
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).
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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.
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Thursday's #1 Stand-up Comedy Show – SB Comedy Night at The Red Piano
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.
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Santa Barbara Comedy Club - Comedy Nights at Speakeasy Comedy Bar
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.
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Live Music: The Brasscals at Night Lizard
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.
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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!
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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.
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Kids Club at Paseo Nuevo
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!
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Saturday Please Breath Breathwork Series at Yoga Soup
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.
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Sounds on State at Paseo Nuevo
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.
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The Good Good Show at Night Lizard
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!
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Kids Eat Free at La Paloma
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.
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Dance Hive: Ecstatic Dance at Yoga Soup
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.
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Live Music at Longoria Wines
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!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Clean and Safe Program
Our Clean & Safe Program continues to make a visible impact downtown. Our team is out daily, keeping the streets clean, welcoming, and well-maintained, to help create clearly defined, comfortable, and safe spaces for the community. During May, the team covered 1,663 miles on foot and filled 1,174 trash bags, removing 22,306 pounds of debris from the district. They also pressure washed 115 block faces, including trash cans and light poles. These efforts not only improve the appearance of our public spaces but also enhance overall safety and the experience for everyone who visits, works, or lives downtown.
To report an issue, e-mail daniel@downtownsb.org.
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State Street Flag Program
American flags will be flying on State Street from 07/01 - 07/07.
Interested in learning more about the State Street Flag Program? Click here or e-mail flags@downtownsb.org.
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Interested in Volunteering with Us?
Sign up to be added to our volunteer network by e-mailing info@downtownsb.org
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