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Santa Barbara Local Events

Concert in the Park

When: July 2, 6:00pm

Where: Chase Palm Park:

236 E Cabrillo Blvd
Santa Barbara, CA

Enjoy an enchanting evening of live music and entertainment at “Concerts in the Park” in beautiful Santa Barbara’s Chase Palm Park. This beloved summer event series is back to grace the picturesque park with its vibrant atmosphere, bringing together families, friends, and music enthusiasts from near and far.

Each week, Concerts in the Park presents a diverse lineup of talented artists, showcasing an array of genres to cater to different musical tastes. From lively jazz ensembles to soulful blues bands, from energetic rock groups to mellow acoustic performers, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Bring your picnic blanket, pack a delicious spread of your favorite snacks and beverages, and settle in for an evening of musical bliss. 

This year’s lineup includes:

• July 2 – The New Vibe (Funk with a hip hop twist)
• July 9 – Jason Libs and The Liberation (Rock from the ‘70s to today)
• July 16 – The Mighty Cash Cats (Johnny Cash hits and country classics)
• July 23 – Spencer the Gardener (Eclectic mix of pop and surf rock)

Please note that: 

• Blankets and chairs may be set out once set up is completed, usually between 10:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.
• Outside food and drinks are allowed.
• Alcohol is prohibited.
• All public parks are smoke/vape free.
• For the enjoyment and safety of all, please leave pets at home.

Santa Barbara Fourth of July Celebration

When: July 4th, 12:00pm – 9:00pm

Where: Stearns Wharf:

217 Stearns Wharf
Santa Barbara, CA

If you’re looking for somewhere to celebrate this Independence Day, there’ll be no better place than Santa Barbara’s waterfront. A full slate of festive, fun, and family-friendly activities is planned throughout the day, including free live music and dance performances on the beach, hosted by the PARC Foundation!

The festivities will be capped off with a bang during a 20-minute fireworks display, presented by Garden State Fireworks and sponsored by the City’s Waterfront Department. Fireworks will launch from West Beach starting at approximately 9 p.m. The show will be simulcast on local radio station KjEE (92.9 FM) and live-streamed on KEYT.com. The City thanks KjEE and KEYT for their longtime support of this community tradition.

Here’s a list of some of the fun on tap…

West Beach
Enjoy a full day of live music at the West Beach Bandstand, sponsored by the PARC Foundation, before a 20-minute fireworks display presented by Garden State Fireworks and sponsored by the City of Santa Barbara Waterfront Department. Local radio station KjEE (92.9 FM) will simulcast the fireworks soundtrack.

West Beach Bandstand Lineup

• 12:00 p.m. – 12:45 p.m. – Rock-N-Rock 805
• 1:00 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. – Rock Shop Academy
• 2:00 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. – Peer Pressure
• 3:00 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. – The Three Combroneros
• 4:00 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. – Kickin’ It
• 5:00 p.m. – 5:45 p.m. – Looking West
• 6:00 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. – The Other Woman
• 7:00 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. – East Valley Rd
• 8:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m. – False Puppet
• 9:00 p.m. – 9:20 p.m. – Fireworks!

Cabrillo Boulevard Sidewalk at West Beach
11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. – Enjoy festive food and vendor booths, sponsored by the PARC Foundation. This year’s vendors include Tink’s Old Fashioned Hot Dogs, Lidos Philly Cheese Steaks, Timbers Roadhouse, G Brothers Kettle Corn, Elubia’s Kitchen, and Oakberry Acai.

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Happy 4th of July everyone!