Santa Barbara Events & Things to Do

Chelsea Handler

Fri, Sep 18 · 8:00 PM · Arlington Theatre

CHELSEA HANDLER: THE HIGH AND MIGHTY TOUR

Fri, Sep 18 · 8:00 PM · Arlington Theatre

Project Hail Mary: Summer Movies in the Park

Fri, Sep 18 · 8:00 PM · Anisq'Oyo' Park

Grab a blanket and head to the little amphitheater at Anisq'oyo Park in Isla Vista for a free outdoor screening of Project Hail Mary under the stars. It's a laid-back, family-friendly evening.Find a

Coastal Cleanup Day 2026 Santa Barbara County

Sat, Sep 19 · Santa Barbara County

Be part of the solution to ocean pollution! Clean up your favorite beach, creek, or park at California's largest volunteer event.

Floating Sound Bath Experience Ojai

Sat, Sep 19 · 746 Mesa Dr

Immerse in a relaxing sound bath experience while floating IN water in a serene heated pool as the setting sun and vibrations envelope you.

Freya Skye

Sat, Sep 19 · Santa Barbara Bowl

Godmothers Gather: Carissa Schumacher

Sat, Sep 19 · Godmothers

On evolution—and turning suffering into joy.

Jest Improv's Third Saturday Show: Jest Hers HERStory!

Sat, Sep 19 · The Bunker Theater

Join us for a special monthly comedy show involving the best female talent in Ventura County. HERStory Takes the Stage!

Santa Barbara Oktoberfest

Sat, Sep 19 · Chase Palm Park

Join the Bavarian fun! Dust off your lederhosen and grab a stein. Authentic brews, bratwurst, and music! THE ZEITGEIST OKTOBERFEST BAND!

The Good Good Show

Sat, Sep 19 · Night Lizard Brewing Co.

The Good Good Show is Santa Barbara's longest running monthly stand up comedy show featuring the best comedians working today!

University of California, Santa Barbara Men's Water Polo at MPSF Invitational

Sat, Sep 19 · Stanford, Calif., Avery Aquatic Center

University of California, Santa Barbara Men's Water Polo at MPSF Invitational

Creating Community Through Books: 20 Years of UCSB Reads

Sat, Sep 19 · 8:00 AM · Library

Since 2007, UCSB Reads has fostered a shared sense of belonging by bringing the UCSB campus and Santa Barbara communities together to read a common book that explores compelling issues of our time.