ARTS District of Santa Barbara

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The ARTS District’s mission is to support Santa Barbara arts and economy by promoting public awareness of the neighborhood as a vibrant art, cultural and creative district through special events, community outreach, and collaborative marketing efforts.

Opening today at , EVERY BRILLIANT THING is now playing through June 21 at The New Vic in the heart of Santa Barbara’s A...
06/03/2026

Opening today at , EVERY BRILLIANT THING is now playing through June 21 at The New Vic in the heart of Santa Barbara’s ARTS District!

Don’t miss this heartwarming, humorous, and interactive journey through life’s highs and lows, discovering joy in the simplest things.

Tickets available now at etcsb.org, or call the box office at 805-965-5400.

Discover “The Art of Collecting” the newest exhibition at , that delves into the intellectual and deeply personal journe...
06/02/2026

Discover “The Art of Collecting” the newest exhibition at , that delves into the intellectual and deeply personal journey of fine art acquisition.

Going beyond the view of art as merely decorative, the exhibition positions collecting as a profound commitment to culture, history, and aesthetic appreciation. This special selection of works, spanning over a hundred years of art, highlights the fundamental relationship between the artist and the collector.

1 - Whitney Brooks Abbott
2 - Herbert Bayer
3 - Lockwood De Forest
4 - Hank Pitcher

Stop by this Thursday, June 4th for the Opening Reception, 5-8pm!

Just a few of our favorite things at ! From beautiful artwork and textiles for your home to the most thoughtful gifts fo...
05/29/2026

Just a few of our favorite things at ! From beautiful artwork and textiles for your home to the most thoughtful gifts for everyone in your life… there is truly something for every home just waiting to be discovered!

Find them at at 1324 State Street, Suite E.

Seasonal cuisine, refined cocktails, and an inviting atmosphere make a longtime favorite for nights out in the ARTS Dis...
05/26/2026

Seasonal cuisine, refined cocktails, and an inviting atmosphere make a longtime favorite for nights out in the ARTS District!

One of our very favorite celebrations of the year, is here and we can’t wait to celebrate the incredible artistic talen...
05/22/2026

One of our very favorite celebrations of the year, is here and we can’t wait to celebrate the incredible artistic talent and creativity in this community!

Taking place this weekend, May 27-29, stop by the and watch masterpiece chalk art come to life! The ARTS District is thrilled to sponsor this year’s Super Square - a beloved collaboration created by CCP Legacy Street Painters—bringing together community, creativity, and generations of artists into one powerful shared canvas.

This is the signature fundraiser for the , which brings arts education programs to schools throughout the county.💙

create tradition

Closing out ’s season this June is EVERY BRILLIANT THING, a heartwarming play by Duncan Macmillan and Jonny Donahoe that...
05/12/2026

Closing out ’s season this June is EVERY BRILLIANT THING, a heartwarming play by Duncan Macmillan and Jonny Donahoe that explores the joy in life’s simplest things.

If you’re unable to see the production currently playing on Broadway, this is your chance to see it live on the West Coast. Presented in-the-round, this immersive story is certain to bring joy to our community. Secure your seats today!

📅 EVERY BRILLIANT THING runs June 3-21

Purchase tickets:
🎟️ Online: etcsb.org
☎️ Phone: 805-965-5400
📍 In person: 33 W. Victoria St., Santa Barbara

1st Thursday is here, and we’re looking forward to another spectacular evening of art, community and culture! See Storie...
05/07/2026

1st Thursday is here, and we’re looking forward to another spectacular evening of art, community and culture! See Stories for what’s happening in and around the ARTS District!

The Strangers Project has made its debut at .sb in partnership with !The Strangers Project - a globally recognized archi...
05/05/2026

The Strangers Project has made its debut at .sb in partnership with !

The Strangers Project - a globally recognized archive of handwritten stories that connects strangers through reflection, empathy, and shared voice - invites visitors into an intimate, participatory experience that transforms the gallery into a space of human connection and collective storytelling.

The exhibition will be open this Thursday - Sunday and next Thursday - Sunday with extended gallery hours of 11am - 6pm, and for the 1st Thursday Art Walk May 7th from 5–8pm, offering space and time to come, read, absorb, and leave a story of your own if you feel called to share.

Don’t miss this incredible exhibition!

📍Art & Soul is located at 1323 State St.

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1214 State St
Santa Barbara, CA
93101

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