Santa Barbara September 2025 Events
San Roque
Back in 2021, the San Roque neighborhood saw a spark of artistic revival with the relaunch of LOCCAS (La Cumbre Center for Creative Arts). Though its initial launch faced hurdles, the mission remained clear: to foster creativity, community, and connection in one of Santa Barbara’s most charming enclaves.
Fast forward to 2025, and San Roque continues to thrive—not just as a hub for the arts, but as a neighborhood deeply committed to preserving its rich history and architectural beauty. The City of Santa Barbara has launched an ambitious Historic Resource Survey in San Roque, aiming to document and protect the area’s iconic homes, many built in the 1920s and 1930s. Residents are actively contributing stories, photos, and memories to help shape the neighborhood’s official historic narrative.
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Powell Hints at Rate Cuts
What That Means For Santa Barbara Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s recent speech at Jackson Hole sent ripples through financial...
Montecito, California
Montecito continues to captivate homebuyers in 2025 with its blend of luxury, lifestyle, and location. In the Montecito Journal’s Real Estate 2025 magazine/ insert offers a comprehensive look at both the market’s momentum and the distinct neighborhoods that make Montecito so special.
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Market Pulse July 2025
Viva La Fiesta! Celebrate Old Spanish Days in Santa Barbara
Viva La Fiesta! Celebrate Old Spanish Days in Santa Barbara – July 30 to August 3, 2025
Santa Barbara’s most iconic celebration is back—and it’s bursting with color, culture, and community spirit. Old Spanish Days Fiesta, now in its 101st year, returns from Wednesday, July 30 through Sunday, August 3, transforming our coastal town into a vibrant showcase of heritage, music, dance, and delicious food.
Whether you’re a longtime local or a first-time visitor, Fiesta is more than a party—it’s a living tribute to Santa Barbara’s Spanish, Mexican, and Native American roots. And if you’re thinking about making Santa Barbara your home, there’s no better time to experience the soul of the city.
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Essential Tips to Outsmart Scammers in 2025
. Scammers aren’t just guessing anymore — they’re copying you. In 2025, fraud has evolved into a high-tech, high-stakes game. Emails look real. Websites feel familiar. And urgency is their favorite weapon. Let’s break down what everyone should know to stay ahead.
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Opportunity Knocks
If you’ve been waiting for a window to open in the Santa Barbara real estate market, this might just be it — and it’s not a drafty one. With interest rates dipping to their lowest level since early April and inventory on the rise, buyers are finally seeing some breathing room.
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Santa Barbara 4th of July Fireworks Video
Every July 4th, Americans gather to celebrate more than just fireworks and hot dogs—we honor the birth of a nation. On this day in 1776, the Continental Congress formally adopted the Declaration of Independence, severing ties with Great Britain and launching a bold experiment in democracy.. Though the vote for independence happened two days earlier, July 4th became the symbolic birthday of the United States, a tradition that’s stuck for nearly 250 years.
Why Fireworks? Founding Father John Adams envisioned future celebrations filled with “Pomp and Parade…Games, Sports, Guns, Bells, Bonfires and Illuminations”. And so, fireworks became a staple—first launched in 1777 over Boston and Philadelphia, and now lighting up skies from coast to coast.🌴 Santa Barbara’s Fourth of July Festivities If you’re lucky enough to be in Santa Barbara this Independence Day, the city’s waterfront is the place to be.
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