Santa Barbara International Film Festival
Feb 4 2026 - 8:00am to Feb 14 2026 - 8:00am
Step into the glamour of Santa Barbara's red carpet during the Santa Barbara International Film Festival (SBIFF) from February 7 to 17, 2024. This 11-day extravaganza brings together Oscar contenders and the industry's finest for a cinematic celebration featuring film screenings, celebrity tributes, panel discussions, and after-parties. Fondly known as the original "Hollywood," Santa Barbara has a cinematic history dating back to being home to California's first major movie studio, the "Flying A" studios, in 1910. Having hosted numerous movie and TV productions, SBIFF pays homage to this rich legacy, attracting filmmakers, actors, students, and avid movie enthusiasts from around the world. It's a cinematic rendezvous that captures the essence of Santa Barbara's enduring connection to the world of film.
Experience Santa Barbara’s red carpet celebration of cinema at the 2026 Santa Barbara International Film Festival. Enjoy 11 days of screenings, tributes, panels, and celebrity appearances in a city that has shaped filmmaking for over a century.
Santa Barbara International Film Festival
- When: February 4-14, 2026
- Where: Downtown Santa Barbara
- Tickets/Admission Cost: Festival passes and individual tickets available; pricing TBA
Frequently Asked Questions: Santa Barbara International Film Festival
Can I attend celebrity tributes?
Yes — tribute events offer individual ticketing or are included in certain passes.
Are screenings held all over the city?
Several theaters throughout downtown participate.
Is this festival good for students or aspiring filmmakers?
Yes — the festival includes industry panels and educational programs.