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Free Cultural Celebration
1st Thursday, October 6, 5:00-7:30 pm

1200 block of State St.
(in front of The Granada Theatre)

Part of 1st Thursday Art Walk, Ukraine Fest is a free cultural celebration featuring craft displays, short music and dance performances, a custom “sunflower” cocktail at The Good Lion and more.

5:00 PM - Cultural display and tables open
5:30 PM - Dance performance by members of Ukrainian Art Center of Southern California
6:00 PM - Performance by bandura player Siuzanna Iglidan
6:15 PM - Welcome
6:30 PM - Dance performance by members of Ukrainian Art Center of Southern California
7:00 PM - Performance by bandura player Siuzanna Iglidan
Presented in conjunction with:
DakhaBrakha
Thu, Oct 6 | 8:00 PM | The Granada Theatre
(following UkraineFest)
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State Street Promenade Market
Next Market: Thursday 10/06/22, 3:00-8:00 pm

October's market will be located between Canon Perdido and De La Guerra and take place every 1st Thursday. We feature local artisans, businesses, and vendors every month. Apart from being a local's market, this is a community event that will include interactive activities, games, entertainment and art installations.

We invite you to come and meet your local business owners, non-profits, and community leaders to enjoy all of the wonderful things our community has to offer. Enjoy local goods, yummy food, and even LIVE performances!

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1st Thursday Art Walk
Thursday, October 6, 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!

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Breathing new life into Santa Barbara this fall, arts, music, dance, and theater all star in a stunning line-up the first week of October. From the launch of highly-anticipated seasons from Opera Santa Barbara, UCSB Arts & Lectures, and Ensemble Theatre Company, to concerts by award-winning musicians and art shows, locals of all ages and interests can look forward to the largest, most diverse cultural season in two years.

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