The American Riviera
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…
Every first Thursday of the month come enjoy a FREE 90-minute painting class at the Paseo Nuevo! As a part of Downtown Santa Barbara 1st Thursday Art Walk, Paint at Paseo is a 90-minute painting class provided by artists at the Museum of…
Founded in 1994 by Marilyn Gilbert and Nathan Rundlett, Opera Santa Barbara is committed to presenting productions and educational programs of the highest quality. Over more than two decades the company has staged some 50 operas and devoted…
The Santa Barbara Channel is a pillar of the city’s history and the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum (SBMM) is the perfect place to learn about it. Located in the picturesque Santa Barbara Harbor, the Maritime Museum provides exhibits and…
The State Street Promenade Market is a weekly outdoor event, staged by the Santa Barbara Downtown Organization in collaboration with the City of Santa Barbara and is held every first Thursday of the month. Local businesses, artists, nonprofit…
Every First Thursday, join Riviera Beach House for a reception. Additionally, there will be new and surprising encounters happening each time, such as pop-up film screenings, impromptu artist talks and more.
Taste the spirits of Santa Barbara at Cutler’s Artisan Spirits in the Funk Zone. Savor a glass of Santa Barbara County wine along The Urban Wine Trail. Knock back a beer while catching the game at Sandbar. Indulge your senses with a pitcher of…
Learn MoreThe arts are alive in Santa Barbara, as visitors discover in countless ways. Both emerging and established artists showcase their work in galleries extending from Santa Barbara’s downtown through The Funk Zone, and to the boulevards of Montecito…
Learn MoreThe Santa Barbara Certified Farmers Market offers some of the freshest produce on the West Coast and an incredible selection of local goods. Six days a week you’ll find delicious organic and locally grown fruits, vegetables, farm-raised meats,…
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