SUMMER ITINERARY PART TWO
Explore a curated assortment of activities presented by Riskin Partners, inviting you to delight in the warm summer sun.
SANTA BARBARA NATIONAL HORSE SHOW
July 3-7: Multi-Breed Show, July 10-14: Hunters & Jumpers
The Santa Barbara National Horse Show at Earl Warren Showgrounds is a must-see event this summer. The show boasts over 150 competitors and a range of activities like Picture Perfect Pony Photo Opps, guided tours, and delicious food vendors.
CALFORNIA WINE FESTIVAL
July 19-20
The California Wine Festival returns to Santa Barbara, offering a full day of beachside tastings, live music, delicious food, and shopping at the picturesque Chase Palm Park. Don't miss this fantastic celebration of the best wines California has to offer!
FREE SUMMER CINEMA
Friday evenings, July and August
Enjoy Free Summer Cinema presented by UCSB Arts & Lectures. Set in the beautiful garden surrounding the Santa Barbara County Courthouse, this year's theme, "Sun, Surf, and Cinema," promises a perfect blend of outdoor movie magic under the stars.
EVENT DATES
JULY 5: JAWS
JULY 12: POINT BREAK
JULY 19: 50 FIRST DATES
JULY 26: BLUE CRUSH
AUGUST 9: THE LIFE AQUATIC
AUGUST 16: MAMMA MIA!
AUGUST 23: CRAZY RICH ASIANS
SUNSET RARE & RESERVE TASTING
July 19, 6:30pm to 9pm
Experience the Sunset Rare & Reserve Tasting at the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort. With admission ranging from $70 to $195, enjoy extremely rare wine tastings paired with gourmet appetizers, cheese, fruits, and more. The evening begins with a champagne reception at the Carousel House, featuring live music throughout to set the perfect ambiance.
SANTA BARBARA BOWL
A Santa Barbara summer isn't complete without experiencing a concert at the iconic Santa Barbara Bowl, a 4,500-seat open-air amphitheater set in the scenic hills of east Santa Barbara, where you can enjoy live performances under the starry sky.
EVENT DATES
JULY 3: CAGE THE ELEPHANT
JULY 20: BERT KREISCHER
JULY 21: ZIGGY MARLEY
AUGUST 9: JON BATISTE
AUGUST 26: KINGS OF LEON
OLD SPANISH DAYS FIESTA
July 31- August 4
Celebrate the 100th year of Old Spanish Days Fiesta, an event inviting both locals and visitors to explore Santa Barbara's historical customs and traditions through parades, carnivals, rodeos, dance performances, and more.
SANTA BARBARA TRIATHLON
August 24
The Santa Barbara Triathlon features one of the most beautiful and challenging courses in the country, beginning with a swim at East Beach, followed by a bike ride through Santa Barbara, Montecito, and Carpinteria, and finishing with a beachfront run.
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