Santa Barbara September 2025 Events Calendar
Sept 1
- Santa Barbara Studio Artists Open Studios Tour: Explore dozens of working studios across town. Meet artists, see behind-the-scenes processes, and enjoy gallery-style presentations.
Week of Sept 2–8
- Goo Goo Dolls at Santa Barbara Bowl – Sept 6 Alt-rock legends bring their catalog of hits to the Bowl under the stars.
- SBMA Exhibition: “Monet to Matisse” – Ongoing Impressionist masterpieces on loan from the Dallas Museum of Art.
- Lobero Theatre: Chamber Music Series – Sept 7 String quartet performance in an intimate setting.
Week of Sept 9–15
- Pints for the Park at Elings Park – Sept 13 Craft brews, food trucks, DJ sets by Darla Bea, and lawn games—all supporting local green space.
- Santa Barbara Sea Glass & Ocean Arts Festival – Sept 13–14 Coastal art, sustainable design, and sea glass treasures.
Week of Sept 16–22
- One805LIVE! at Kevin Costner’s Oceanside Estate – Sept 20 A benefit concert featuring Sammy Hagar, Trisha Yearwood, Good Charlotte, REO Speedwagon’s Kevin Cronin, and more. Gourmet food, cabanas, and celebrity sightings galore.
Week of Sept 23–29
- Rescue Rhythms at Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club – Sept 27 A benefit concert for rescued animals featuring Trevor Hall, local eats, and yoga zones.
- Goleta Lemon Festival – Sept 27–28 Pie-eating contests, bounce houses, classic cars, and citrus-themed fun at Girsh Park.
- Santa Barbara Surf Film Festival at Lobero Theatre – Sept 26–27 Celebrating surf legends and storytelling through film.
Ongoing All Month
- Santa Barbara Museum of Art
- Encore: 19th Century French Art
- Raíces y Sueños – A community altar and art collaboration with SB Public Library.
- Santa Barbara Bowl Concerts
- Additional acts TBA—check Santa Barbara Bowl’s concert guide for updates.
Santa Barbara Surf Film Festival