Lobero Theatre

33 East Canon Perdido Street
Santa Barbara, CA

The Lobero Theatre has been the heart and rhythm of Santa Barbara for the last 150 years. Originally founded as Jose Lobero’s Opera House in 1873, the Lobero is the oldest continuously operating theatre in California and the fourth oldest performing arts theater in the country. Whether hosting events of great societal importance, launching the careers of Hollywood legends, serving as an influential jazz venue, or providing a stage for some of the world’s finest performers, the Lobero inspires diverse audiences of all ages.

Events feature an exciting variety of contemporary music performances, jazz, classical music, opera, dance, and lectures. The Lobero is proud to be home to many of Santa Barbara’s outstanding performing arts organizations, including State Street Ballet, Santa Barbara Chamber Orchestra, Sings Like Hell, the Santa Barbara International Film Festival, Flamenco Arts Festival and more. We welcome you to join this prestigious group by renting the Lobero Theatre yourself.

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Lobero Theatre

33 East Canon Perdido Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101

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Special Events


Takács Quartet at 50
June 20, 2025
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Location: Lobero Theatre

Experience the Music Academy’s Summer Music Festival in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara as the world-renowned Takács…


Takács Quartet @ 50
June 20, 2025
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Location: Lobero Theatre

Music Academy of the West presents Takács Quartet @ 50 on Friday, June 20, 2025 at 7:30 PM. Experience the Music Academy’s…


A.J. Croce: The Eternal Tour
June 24, 2025
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Location: Lobero Theatre

The Nashville-based singer/songwriter A.J. Croce will play songs from his own repertoire and new album Heart Of The Eternal, along with…



Journey USA
June 27, 2025
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Location: Lobero Theatre

Start with a singer who was hired to do vocal work for Steve Perry during his solo career.  Add the rest of the band—a…




Girl Named Tom
July 11, 2025
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Location: Lobero Theatre

Numbskull & Good Medicine present Girl Named Tom on Friday, July 11, 2025 at 8 PM. Siblings Bekah, Caleb, and Joshua Liechty made…



Academy Chamber Orchestra
July 19, 2025
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Location: Lobero Theatre

Music Academy of the West presents – Academy Chamber Orchestra on July 19, 2025 at 11 AM. GINASTERA Four Dances from Estancia, Op.…






Robert Glasper
Aug. 16, 2025
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Location: Lobero Theatre

Jazz at the Lobero presents Robert Glasper on Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 7 PM. Robert Glasper is the leader of a new sonic paradigm with…







The Marshall Tucker Band
Oct. 5, 2025
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Location: Lobero Theatre

Graystone Productions presents The Marshall Tucker Band on Sunday, October 5, 2025 at 7:30 PM. The band has been tearing it up on live…


Colin Hay
Oct. 8, 2025
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Location: Lobero Theatre

Lobero LIVE presents Colin Hay on Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 7:30 PM. Singer-songwriter Colin Hay is beloved for his intimate,…


BENISE: 25 Years of Passion!
Oct. 10, 2025
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Location: Lobero Theatre

Spanish Guitar Entertainment presents BENISE – 25 Years of Passion! on Friday, October 10, 2025 at 7:30 PM. “The Prince of…





An Irish Christmas
Dec. 22, 2025
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Location: Lobero Theatre

Kerry Irish Productions Inc. presents An Irish Christmas on Monday, December 22, 2025 at 7:30 PM. Enjoy all the holiday carols you know…


Mania: The ABBA Tribute
Jan. 29, 2026
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Location: Lobero Theatre

Emporium presents Mania: The ABBA Tribute on Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 7:30 PM. Featuring an extraordinary cast of talented musicians…