Festivals

Santa Barbara is a vibrant city with many festivals throughout the year that showcase its culture, arts, and community. Discover the best events happening to plan your next Santa Barbara vacation!

Street Painting - Santa Barbara Events

I Madonnari Italian Street Painting Festival

May 24 2025 - 10:45am to May 26 2025 - 6:45pm
The Children's Creative Project presents the 39th annual I Madonnari Italian Street Painting Festival at the Old Mission Santa Barbara. Every year over Memorial Day weekend, artists of all ages create street images ranging from classical to original. This festival was the first to bring...Read more
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Santa Barbara Lavender Festival - Events

Santa Barbara Lavender Festival

Jun 28 2025 - 10:00am
Welcome to the second annual Santa Barbara Lavender Festival! On June 28th, the Great Meadow at Santa Barbara City College will be filled with arts and crafts vendors that celebrate creativity through the artistic expression of lavender and/or lavender themes. This year, there will be...Read more
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Annual California Wine Festival in Santa Barbara

California Wine Festival

Jul 18 2025 - 6:30pm to Jul 19 2025 - 4:00pm
Don't miss the 22nd Annual California Wine Festival in Santa Barbara! This festival is one of the largest in the state! Get to taste some spectacular wine and wine while enjoying some music and fun at the beach. Thousands of wine lovers flock to Santa...Read more
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Old Spanish Days Festival - Events

Old Spanish Days Fiesta

Jul 30 2025 - 11:00am to Aug 3 2025 - 5:00pm
Join us for the 101st 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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Goleta Lemon Festival Santa Barbara

Goleta Lemon Festival

Sep 27 2025 - 10:00am to Sep 28 2025 - 5:00pm
Celebrate all things citrus at the Goleta Lemon Festival, a fun-filled community event that’s been a local favorite for over 30 years. Held every fall at Girsh Park, this family-friendly festival features live entertainment, a classic car show, lemon-themed food and drinks, kids’ activities, local...Read more
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