DOWNTOWN HAPPENINGS
2025 LIVE Art & Wine Tour
Stay tuned for next year's event date!
Calling all food and wine enthusiasts! Get ready for the highly anticipated return of the Downtown Santa Barbara LIVE Art & Wine Tour, now even better than before. Join us on next year for an extraordinary culinary and artistic adventure in the heart of downtown.
Kickin' Country Nights
Wednesdays throughout September, 6:00 pm-8:00 pm
Join us for Kickin' Country Dance Nights! Join us each Wednesday in September from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM in front of Best BBQ at 716 State St.
Event Dates:
Wednesday, September 4
Wednesday, September 11
Wednesday, September 18
Wednesday, September 25
Enjoy free country line dancing lessons led by the amazing Christy Grant from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM, followed by open dancing from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM. This event is open to the public and free of charge. Best BBQ will offer food and drink specials throughout the evening.
2024 Downtown Brew Fest
Saturday, September 14th!
Join us for a delightful afternoon of craft brews at the Downtown Summer Brew Fest!
Take a trip to beer paradise and embrace the summer vibes as you sample a wide selection of unique and refreshing craft brews from some of the finest breweries
Sizzling Salsa Nights
Sunday, September 8, 3:30 pm-5:30 pm
Join us for Downtown Sizzling Salsa Nights! Join us on the second Sunday of July, August, and September from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM in front of Cali-Forno Pizzeria at 905 State St.
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1st Thursday Art Walk
Every 1st Thursday of the month from 5:00-8:00 pm
1st Thursday is an evening of art and culture in downtown Santa Barbara. On the first Thursday of each month, participating galleries and venues offer free access to visual and performing arts in a fun and social environment.
Venues feature attractions such as art openings, live music, artists' receptions, lectures, wine tastings and hands-on activities. We hope you will join us to enjoy our beautiful downtown and all that it has to offer!
EVENT CALENDAR
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