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!

Santa Barbara International Film Festival

Feb 4 2025 - 8:00am to Feb 15 2025 - 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,...Read more
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Santa Barbara Orchid Show

Santa Barbara International Orchid Show

Mar 7 2025 - 9:00am to Mar 9 2025 - 5:00pm
The Santa Barbara International Orchid Show stands as one of the oldest, largest, and most esteemed orchid showcases in the United States, echoing the agricultural and orchid-growing heritage of Santa Barbara County. Every March, visitors flock from around the globe to marvel at the grand...Read more
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Santa Barbara Surfing at the Beach

Santa Barbara Earth Day Festival

Apr 26 2025 - 8:15am to Apr 27 2025 - 8:15am
Embark on a two-day journey dedicated to embracing climate leadership. Engage in enlightening conversations with climate pioneers, groove to musical performances, participate in art contests, foster community connections, and explore the offerings of eco-minded exhibitors—all aimed at empowering you to take meaningful climate action. This...Read more
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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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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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