Santa Barbara September 2025 Events

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