SHADES OF SUMMER. An eclectic mix of contemporary artwork from artists living in the Santa Barbara area. Abstract impressionism and expressionism, urban landscapes of New York City, stitched collage, ceramic vessels and resin sculpture. Image: Pat McGinnis, “Inspiration I”, resin on driftwood base.

Arrediamo specializes in importing only the finest, authentic, hand-knotted, vegetable dyed, hand-spun wool or silk rugs for your home or office.We are proud to offer the Southwest’s largest collection of handmade contemporary, southwest, traditional and antique Persian, Turkish, Afghani, Tribal, and Tibetan rugs.

Entre Mundos opens at Art & Soul this 1st Thursday! Beatris Burgoin presents paintings of migration, memory and belonging. Through expressive portraiture and evocative landscapes, this exhibition explores the complexity of living between worlds—never fully belonging to either, yet drawing strength, identity, and beauty from both. Each work is rooted in love—for people, for place, and for the ongoing journey of becoming. 

Jion us for an intimate art show featuring a young local reative. Sip, vibe, heal. Celebrate art, wellness, and community in one unforgettable evening.

Stop into Crossroads Trading at 1025 State St. to shop, sell, and consign the best of resale fashion while enjoying bubbly drinks (non-alcoholic) and a Charm Bar, where guests can create their own keychain or bag charm (while supplies last). 

Join domecíl in celebrating its colorful 4th anniversary with the vibrant work of contemporary painter Delmar León. Her bold palette, rich textures, and intuitive movement across the canvas reflect the energy of life, nature, and the human soul—inviting viewers to step into the creative process. Leland Francis will also be popping up with candles and fragrances to mark the occasion.

$2 oysters, cocktails, and shop local, all under one roof! Every 1st Thursday the Canary Hotel lobby transforms into a haven for art and music lovers. Join from 5pm - 8pm to shop jewelry, clothing and art from local vendors. Take a seat at the bar and enjoy $2 oysters & cocktails and bites whilst DJ Dansauce provides the beats.`

Santa Barbara Art Association. Artist of the Month is Bonny Butler. Her exhibit is titled 'A Color Affair'. Featured artists will be Sue Slater, Barbara Hershberg, Skip Lau, Darlene Roker, and Sandy Fisher.

Celebrate 30 years of collaborative science! Explore our programs and discover information you can taste with 2025 Artist in Residence, Beth Altringer Eagle—flavor innovator transforming how we experience data. Enjoy food and non-alcoholic drinks.

Marie McKenzie, Ojai-based oil painter and sculptor, explores underwater scenes inspired by kelp forests and her transformative freediving experience. Through her art and partnership with SeaTrees, she raises awareness for ocean restoration. She will lead a free all-ages watercolor workshop on galaxies and stars, materials provided!

Endless Summer in SB " Santa Barbara Beaches "  John Comer, Richard Schloss, Kelly Hine, Arturo Tello, Michael Drury, John Wullbrandt, and Rob Robinson. Honorary local, Rodolfo Rivademer. Guest artist, Andy Vogel. Photographer, Robert Werling & Larry Iwerks, Marcia Burtt, Ray Strong & more!

Join the Museum for their opening celebration featuring plein air painter Ludmilla Pilat Welch, who rendered many of Santa Barbara’s remaining historic adobes in the early 1900s.  Her body of work stands as an important historic record as many of these remnants of Santa Barbara's past slowly disappeared from the landscape. Also, at 6:30 pm join DJ Darla Bea for a Last Dance of the Summer party in the Museum courtyard. Image: Ludmilla Pilat Welch: Serene Santa Barbara

Join us for 1st Thursday at SBMA, free and open from 5 – 8 pm! Explore our diverse galleries from Vian Sora: Outerworlds, to Elliott Hundley: Proscenium, and Portraits Revealed. Feeling creative? Drop by the Art Learning Lab for a hands-on art activity related to our exhibitions!

Raíces y Sueños with Jacqueline Valenzuela- Join us for a special reception featuring Los Angeles artist Jacqueline Valenzuela. This exhibit explores Chicana identity and lowrider culture through bold portraiture and urban landscapes. Part of SBPL's Raíces y Sueños programming, this show honors lowriding as an expression of identity, tradition, and transformation.

On Thursday, September 4th we are featuring THE PERFECT DUO, the short film made by students in SBIFF’s After-School Cinema Class at Santa Barbara Junior Highschool. A father and son comedy duo try to break into the world of comedy while also trying to save their home and their family. Showtimes 5:30pm, 6:00pm, 6:30pm, and 7:00pm. Runtime: 8 mins

Don’t miss the final weeks of Fertilum by Ricardo Ozier-Lafontaine. His only solo exhibition in the United States presents monumental black-and-white paintings, up to 12 feet long. Rooted in ancestral memory and pre-Columbian forms, the works create a contemporary visual language both powerful and immersive.

Slice of Light Gallery's 2-year anniversary exhibition is up now! To celebrate our time in Santa Barbara, we're displaying gorgeous photography and art from J K Lovelace, Ben Coffman, and Eric States. Stop by to enjoy fine wine and a beautiful array of art and photography.

Join us for the opening reception for The Muralists, which brings together a diverse group of artists from the past and present who have played a major part in creating Santa Barbara’s public art legacy. Also on view, Robin Gowen and our Summer Salon II.

Fiber Art: Dive into a world of color and texture with the art work of Brecia Kralovic-Logan complimenting the fabulous fiber at the Knit Shop in Victoria Court. This exhibit will feature new collaged works on canvas that explore the synergy of multiple mediums combined with Brecia’s signature hand dyed silk fabrics.

Come celebrate local arts while enjoying music, drinks, and treats! View the work of all our incredibly talented local artists. Looking for locally handmade gifts or something special for yourself? Look no further than The Yes Store—your local arts gallery.

In Tune with Nature reverberates with color, dynamic growth, and mystery. Local artists in their chosen media responded to the theme for a vibrant yet peaceful exhibition. Stop in, meet the artists, sing along with Harold Kono, and sample tasty bites and sips. Image by Elaine Wilson.

The Gallery will be highlighting local landscapes by some of today’s finest nationally known local and Oak Group artists. Enjoy works by Ann Sanders, Ray Hunter, Thomas Van Stein, Kevin Gleason, Rick Garcia.

Handcrafted ceramic vessels by Suzanne Schwager, blending intricate glazing techniques with decades of artistic practice. Inspired by her studies at UCSB and mentor Sheldon Kaganoff, Suzanne has been perfecting her ceramic work since the 1970s. All pieces are handmade in Santa Barbara and available for purchase.