For a fun night watching intercollegiate sports teams, head over to see the Santa Barbara Gauchos. The University of California has 20 sports teams with women’s basketball and men’s soccer dominating the programs. Join loyal local fans catching games at the UCSB Sports Center, Caesar Uyesaka Stadium and Harder Stadium.
Pucker up for the California Lemon Festival. Just minutes from Santa Barbara, festival goers squeeze hours of fun into trying out tasty local foods and enjoying tons of exciting entertainment. From pie eating contests to horseback riding to stage dancers and even a classic car and hot-rod show!
Walking into this historic Granada Theatre takes you back to the opulence of 1920s. Attendees enjoy monthly concerts showcasing A-list entertainers and world-class comedians. Nestled in downtown Santa Barbara’s Cultural District, the entertainment venue’s location makes it easy to walk down the street afterward and enjoy dining at nearby restaurants like Opal Restaurant and The Marquee Lounge.
Are you looking for a friendly Neighborhood Corner Bar & Grill? This former Santa Barbara coffee shop is now a nighttime sports bar where locals get together for good food and lots of fun playing billiard games, listening to great music and trying to hold their own during ping pong beer!