The family fun never stops with over thirty thrilling carnival rides that twist, twirl and spin! Little ones can enjoy their own special area filled with kiddie rides and games. Enjoy non-stop entertainment all day long, including live music, adorable farm animals, a petting zoo and mouthwatering fair food for everyone to enjoy!

As one of the country’s longest-running Earth Day celebrations, the festival’s mission is to educate, inspire and take action. Explore two days dedicated to stepping into climate leadership. Join in on conversations with climate leaders, get into the groove with musical performances and art contests, build community and connect with eco-minded exhibitors, and learn how to lean into climate action.

The Santa Barbara Culinary Experience returns for a weeklong celebration of all things food and drink across Santa Barbara County. From interactive classes and panels to farm tours and curated tasting events, this event offers meaningful ways to connect with the region’s vibrant food culture.

Madonnari, or street painters, transform the Mission plaza using pastels on pavement to create 150 vibrant and colorful, large-scale images. The Santa Barbara I Madonnari Street Painting Festival presents the rare opportunity to view artists of all ages create street paintings ranging from classical to original images.

The 51st Annual Summer Solstice Celebration kicks off the summer season with a vibrant explosion of creative energy, June 20-22 at Alameda Park.  Spectators can expect to see vibrant displays of artwork, costumes, performances and more. Locals and visitors alike can join in on the fun and dress to impress with this year’s theme of Wild World!

The Santa Barbara Lavender Festival is an arts and crafts festival that focuses and celebrates creativity through the artistic expression of lavender and/or lavender themes, by artisans, local lavender farms, and small business owners. This event will be featuring over 75 artisans and small businesses that will incorporate as much lavender products as possible in their booths for sale.