Calendar of Events

Hershey Felder pulls back the curtain on his own story. Growing up in Montreal as the child of Polish and Hungarian immigrants. Featuring performances of beloved compositions by Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, Chopin, Liszt, Rachmaninoff and more.

Eat, sip, and take in the flavors of sunny Santa Barbara with a food or drink tour during the Santa Barbara Culinary Experience. Learn about the coastal ingredients and award-winning viticulture that put this region on the map. Don’t miss out! Get your tickets now.

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 52^nd Annual Summer Solstice Celebration kicks off the summer season with a dazzling parade and lineup of live performances. 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: Wave.

In summer 2026, the FIFA World Cup comes to Los Angeles — with Santa Barbara just 95 miles up the coast on The American Riviera®. Extend your trip with beaches, culture, dining and relaxing stays, all within easy reach.

From beach days to lively festivals and movie nights under the stars, summer in Santa Barbara keeps surprising you. This guide showcases some of the best ways to plan a spectacular summer in the Santa Barbara South Coast.