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Old Spanish Days Fiesta

Jul 31 2024 - 11:00am to Aug 4 2024 - 5:00pm
Join us for the 100th annual Old Spanish Days Fiesta in Santa Barbara. Since 1924, this tradition has honored and preserved the city's history, spirit, culture, heritage, and tradition. This 5-day event welcomes visitors and locals to learn about the history, customs, and traditions of...Read more
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Sun, Surf, and Cinema

Jul 5 2024 - 8:30pm to Aug 23 2024 - 8:30pm
The Free Summer Cinema is back! Join the UCSB Arts & Lectures department on Friday evenings in July and August for beloved films under the starry skies at the Santa Barbara County Courthouse. Enjoy a magical movie night in a picturesque setting! 2024 Movie Schedule...Read more
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Santa Barbara County Farm

Annual Santa Barbara County Farm Day

Aug 24 2024 - 10:00am
Don't miss the exciting 6th annual Santa Barbara County Farm Day, a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the food journey from farm to table. This special day offers behind-the-scenes tours, delightful tractors with trailer rides, tastings of farm-fresh produce, fun giveaways, and engaging kid-friendly...Read more
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Food & Drink
margarita y mas festival santa barbara

Margaritas Y Más Festival

Sep 21 2024 - 5:00pm
Prepare for the 5th annual Margaritas Y Más Festival, making its grand return to Santa Barbara, CA! Embrace the spirit of Mexico as you indulge in unlimited tequila and mezcal tastings from the country's finest purveyors, whether in a signature cocktail or sipped neat. Delight...Read more
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Goleta Lemon Festival Santa Barbara

Goleta Lemon Festival

Sep 28 2024 - 10:00am to Sep 29 2024 - 5:00pm
Gather your loved ones and join us for an unforgettable weekend of family fun, food, and entertainment in the breathtaking Goleta! For nearly three decades, the Lemon Festival has been the highlight of Goleta's celebrations, and this year promises to be even more extraordinary. Prepare...Read more
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the historic Alhecama Theate

Santa Barbara Indie Film Fest

Oct 4 2024 - 8:30am to Oct 6 2024 - 8:30am
Join us in downtown Santa Barbara to celebrate the art of cinema at the historic Alhecama Theater! Immerse yourself in two days of captivating films, all produced by a talented selection of independent and youth filmmakers. The festival offers a compelling reason to visit the...Read more
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Goleta Shoreline

NatureTrack Film Festival

Oct 11 2024 - 12:15pm to Oct 13 2024 - 8:00pm
Embark on a three-day journey celebrating the wonders of nature and outdoor adventure through the captivating lens of film at the NatureTrack Film Festival. Since its inception in 2018, the festival has been a platform for hundreds of talented national and international filmmakers to showcase...Read more
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children dressed up for halloween - book at the zoo

Boo at the Zoo

Oct 18 2024 - 5:00pm to Oct 27 2024 - 8:00pm
Join us for six nights of thrilling "spell-a-bration" as we enter the Halloween spirit at the Zoo! Enjoy safe and delightful trick-or-treating and "monster-ous" thrills and chills that will send shivers down your spine. Indulge in tasty treats, and, for the grown-ups, there are boo-zy...Read more
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ZooLights at Santa Barbara Zoo

ZooLights at Santa Barbara Zoo

Nov 13 2024 - 4:30am to Jan 12 2025 - 8:30am
Experience the Zoo in an entirely new enchantment at the 2nd Annual ZooLights! Witness the remarkable transformation of the Zoo into a magical realm of lights as thousands of handcrafted silk-covered lanterns adorned with over 50,000 LED bulbs illuminate the night. Stroll through the Zoo...Read more
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