The American Riviera
Whatever time of year you visit Santa Barbara, you might want to make your to-do lists in pencil rather than pen. Year-round sunshine, ocean views and laid-back luxury set the stage for an abundance of festivals, concerts and special events. Take a look at what’s happening next month in Santa Barbara.
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During the month of April, Santa Barbara’s events calendar is filled with festivals aplenty. From Founding Day Celebrations to Music and Wine Festivals, you’ll wish you had planned to stay all month long. Here’s a list of can’t-miss festivals during the month of April.
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Santa Barbara is where signature local events, delectable cuisine and an irresistible Mediterranean climate come together to create the ultimate seaside escape. Get ready for an exciting week ahead as you explore all corners of this inviting city.…
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Sushi by Scratch Restaurants is an omakase-style sushi restaurant that focuses on fresh seafood found locally in Santa Barbara. The term "omakase" translates to "to entrust" and is used when ordering food to "leave it up to" the chef to choose.…
Take a fascinating journey from the past to the present at the Santa Barbara Historical Museum. Located on lovely grounds in the heart of downtown’s El Pueblo Viejo District, the Museum is one of the oldest cultural institutions in the city…
We’ve done the work for you in crafting some of the most creative date night experiences Santa Barbara has to offer. On your next vacation to The American Riviera®, we implore you to embark on one of these things to do in Santa Barbara for couples—whichever fits you and your partners’ personalities best.
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In the Santa Barbara South Coast, eleven months out of the year will lead you to that one special month that makes us whole. That time when we indulge in the fourth course, and we celebrate life's abundant harvest with reckless abandon. Every…
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Each month Santa Barbara’s calendar of events is bursting with events and enough excitement to make you want to stay an extra day, or two.
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Santa Barbara shines bright all summer long, but August is especially vibrant and memorable in our seaside haven.
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Aside from its natural beauty, world-famous wines and countless landmarks rich with history, the Santa Barbara South Coast also prides itself on being a lively destination for live music—from local artists to internationally recognized stars. Put on your dancing shoes and read on for a roundup of some of the best live music venues in the area.
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October in Santa Barbara doesn’t fall short when it comes to iconic festivals and events. Get your avocado, wine and seafood fill this month at the California Avocado Festival, Santa Barbara Vintners Festival and Santa Barbara Harbor & Seafood…
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Summer is the season of festivals and all things sunshine, so that means there is plenty of fun to be had along the Santa Barbara South Coast in July. Unwind by the beach while sipping some of the best wines our coastal enclave and beyond has to offer by day, attend a concert at the Santa Barbara Bowl by night or cozy up under the stars at the Santa Barbara Courthouse for its annual Summer Courthouse Film Series, hosted by UCSB Arts & Lectures. Of course, Fourth of July is a highly anticipated holiday here in Santa Barbara, and the festivities are nothing short of spectacular.
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While the rest of the country is gearing up for winter, Santa Barbara’s warm days continue well into November, making visitors wonder if summer ever really left.
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Three reasons to fall in love with Santa Barbara in February. From relaxing retreats to star-studded events, romance was written in The American Riviera®.
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What’s December like in Santa Barbara? Think fewer layers and more beach days, with a relaxed pace that keeps spirits bright. Imagine palm trees and Santa with a sophisticated twist. We invite you to celebrate the season in a special place, one that’s covered in sunshine with much to see and do. From holiday shopping and seasonal performances to signature events and leisurely beach days, Santa Barbara is your winter playground.
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Don’t put your festival attire away just yet! September in Santa Barbara is just as festive as peak summer months, with fewer crowds to shuffle through.
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As the saying goes, “April showers bring May flowers,” and in Santa Barbara, the truth in that phrase is undeniable. Spring welcomes not only a bounty of wildflowers and lush greenery that delicately drapes across the expansive mountain enclave,…
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A MESSAGE FROM PRESIDENT/CEO KATHY JANEGA-DYKES This quarter, Visit Santa Barbara (VSB) further developed its new brand campaign, working closely with Goleta partners to promote tourism to our world-class destination. We also continue to entice…
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Vacations shouldn’t put you to sleep. Instead of snooze, push other buttons. Nothing ventured, nothing experienced. Don’t relax. Revive. Breathe it all in. Say goodbye to boring. Miss missing out. Miss forgettable. Miss nothing.
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Santa Barbara County joined the prestigious ranks of MICHELIN-starred dining destinations in the newly released MICHELIN Guide California. Bell’s Los Alamos and Sushi-Bar Montecito each earned One MICHELIN Star, becoming the region’s first-ever…
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We’re excited to announce the newest Sun Country Airlines nonstop flight from Minneapolis-Saint Paul to Santa Barbara. So, what does that mean to you? It means the essential ease and unbridled beauty of coastal California is a short, nonstop plane…
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Santa Barbara doesn’t shy away from a few key elements: sunshine, happiness, good times, and good company. It’s why so many come back, time and again, and so many more come to know this place as their home away from home. You too will most…
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Santa Barbara living comes with perks. From oceanfront dining and boutique shopping to unforgettable experiences on land and sea, these exclusive offers for locals make it easy to explore your own backyard. Enjoy special savings at beloved…
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With each new year comes new ambitions. For many, this involves traveling to unfamiliar (or familiar) places, embracing ways to lead a holistic lifestyle and even trying out new hobbies. That’s where Santa Barbara comes in. In our coastal paradise, you can do all three.
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Fall is one of the most beautiful, vibrant times of the year in Santa Barbara. The days are generally still warm and summer-like, the nights get crisp enough to call it “sweater weather” and the dramatic sunset skies take on more saturated hues.
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