SEPTEMBER 9, 2026

This Week Downtown

Whether you're planning a perfect mid-week happy hour, looking for live entertainment, or staying informed on local civic updates, we've got you covered. Here is what's happening around Downtown Santa Barbara this week. 

Salsa & Bachata Dance Nights are back in September!

Join us every Wednesday in September for free salsa and bachata lessons in front of M. Special and Downtown Eats (634 State Street), led by the amazing Brenda Ruiz from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM, followed by open dancing from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

This event is open to the public and free of charge. M. Special and new business Downtown Eats will offer food and drink specials throughout the evening.

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Coffee & Open House with the City's Development Liaison

Join the City's Development Liaison for a casual coffee and open conversation on Thursday, September 17 at 9:00 AM. This is an opportunity to meet one-on-one, ask questions, share information, and help strengthen communication between the City and our commercial real estate community.

The One Ocean Film Festival

Bight is presenting a series of short films from the One Ocean Film Festival on Thursday, September 17 at 5:00 PM at The Community Arts Workshop! These films highlight stories of ocean conservation and exploration, aiming to inspire future ocean-goers to pursue incredible feats and deepen their connection with the ocean.

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Pianos on State celebrates its 17th year

This fall, State Street once again transforms into an open-air gallery and stage as Pianos on State celebrates its 17th year. From September 29 through October 19, 2026, the community is invited to experience this beloved interactive public art and music installation, where painted pianos become canvases for both visual art and spontaneous performance. 

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Convivencias at Tablao Museo

SB Historical Museum | Thursday, September 10, 6:30 PM

Gypsy Cats

The Grand On State (1218 State St.) | Thursday, September 10, 7:00 PM | Get Tickets

Live Jazz Piano

Beau (1129A State St.) | Thursdays, 7:00 PM | Learn More

We The Beat Presents: JMSN with Samy Sharif

SOhO (1221 State St.) | Thursday, September 10, 8:00 PM | Get Tickets

Selah Dance Collective: The Stranger and Beethoven's Tango

Lobero Theatre (33 E. Canon Perdido St.) | Friday, September 11, 7:30 PM | Get Tickets

Shawn Thies and Her All-Star Band

The Grand On State (1218 State St.) | Friday, September 11, 7:30 PM | Get Tickets

Live Music

The Red Piano (519 State St.) | Fridays & Saturdays, 3:00 PM - Sundays, 4:00 PM | Learn More

Live Music

Night Lizard Brewing Co. (607 State St.) | Fridays & Saturdays, 8:00 PM | Learn More

Sounds on State

Paseo Nuevo Center Court (651 Paseo Nuevo) | Saturdays, 4:00 PM | Learn More

Colin Richardson and The Grand Band

The Grand On State (1218 State St.) | Saturday, September 12, 8:00 PM | Get Tickets

Live Music in the Beer Garden

Institution Ale Co. (516 State St.) | Thursdays (Evening) & Saturdays (Afternoon) | Learn More

Live Music Sundays (Local Singer-Songwriters)

Longoria Wines (732 State St.) | Sundays, 3:00 PM | Learn More

The Santa Barbara Symphony's free 2026/27 Season Kick-Off Celebration 

Lobero Theatre (33 E. Canon Perdido St.) | Thursday, September 24, 4:30 PM | Learn More

A Photographic Journey of the California Coastline with Aaron Svenby

domecíl | Saturday, September 12, 6:00 PM

Foothills Afterschool Art Class 

The Crafter's Library (9 E. Figueroa St.) | Friday, September 11, 2:55 PM | Get Tickets

Architectural Walking Tour

Architectural Foundation of Santa Barbara (229 E. Victoria St.) | Saturdays, 10:00 AM | Learn More

Sketching in the Galleries

SB Museum of Art (1130 State St.) | Saturday, September 12, 11:15 AM | Learn More

Science Pub: Fire – History, Science and Practice

Dargan's Irish Pub & Restaurant (18 E. Ortega St.) | Monday, September 14, 6:30 PM | Learn More

Portrait Drawing Class

The Community Arts Workshop (631 Garden St.) | Mondays, August 17-September 14, 6:00 PM | Learn More

Colors of the Coast Exhibition

Art & Soul (1323 State St.) | On Display until September 27 | Learn More

Another Room Exhibition

Seimandi & Leprieur Gallery (33 W. Anapamu St.) | On Display until September 27 | Learn More

Old Town Tour

City Hall (15 E. De La Guerra St.) | Daily, 10:00 AM | Learn More

Gatsby Night

Beau | Friday, September 11, 7:00 PM

Family Play Date

Game Seeker (920 State St.) | September 5-12, 10:00 AM | Learn More

Board Games + Brews

Night Lizard Brewing Co. (607 State St.) | Tuesdays, 6:00 PM | Learn More

Trivia Night

Institution Ale Co. (516 State St.) | Tuesdays, 7:00 PM | Learn More

Trivia Night

M. Special Brewing (634 State St.) | Wednesdays, 6:30 PM | Learn More

Loteria Night

Institution Ale Co. (516 State St.) | Every other Wednesday, 7:00 PM | Learn More

Backstage Comedy Club

The Red Piano (519 State St.) | Thursdays, 7:30 PM | Learn More

Santa Barbara Comedy Club - Comedy Nights 

Speakeasy Comedy Bar (409 State St.) | Thursdays & Fridays, 7:00 PM | Learn More

Game Nights

Game Seeker (920 State St.) | Every Friday in September, 6:00 PM | Learn More

Wasted Potential Comedy

EOS Lounge (500 Anacapa St.) | Saturday, September 12, 7:00 PM | Get Tickets

Dance Hive: Ecstatic Dance

Yoga Soup (28 Parker Way) | Sundays, 12:30 PM | Learn More

Smash It Out: Rage Room

State Street Axe Club (427 State St.) | Starting at $45/person | Learn More

Hit the Bullseye: Axe Throwing

State Street Axe Club (427 State St.) | Starting at $29.99/person | Learn More

Pocas pero locas y Lowriders: Writers and Riders

SB Public Library | Saturday, September 12, 12:00 PM

Sound Healer Training: An Embodied Education with Danielle Elese

Yoga Soup (28 Parker Way) | September 14-November 16, 5:30 PM | Learn More

Weekly Free Guided Meditation and Live Music

Yoga Soup (28 Parker Way) | Mondays, 7:00 PM | Learn More

FREE Digital Scan - What's Your Posture Saying about Your Health?

Rilascio Chiropractic (1221 State St) | Tuesdays | Learn More

Crochet Club

The Crafter's Library (9 E. Figueroa St.) | Thursdays, 5:00 PM | Learn More

Weekly's Men Group

Yoga Soup (28 Parker Way) | Thursdays, 6:00 PM | Learn More

The Carbon Wave: Author Talk with Dr. Leah Stokes

CEC's Environmental Hub (1219 State St.) | Thursday, September 10, 6:30 PM | Learn More

Rooftop Reset: Sculpt Edition

Kimpton Canary Hotel (31 W. Carrillo St.) | Saturday, September 12, 9:00 AM | Learn More

Embodied Dream Work: Beginning Your Dream Practice Through Movement & Creative Expression

Yoga Soup (28 Parker Way) | Saturday, September 12, 3:00 PM | Get Tickets

Saturday Please Breathe Breathwork Series

Yoga Soup (28 Parker Way) | Saturdays, 3:00 PM | Learn More

The Community Environmental Council's Green Gala

SB Historical Museum (136 E. De La Guerra St.) | Saturday, September 19, 4:30 PM | Learn More

Oktoberfest

Institution Ale Company | Saturday, September 12, 11:00 AM

Happy Hour

Institution Ale Co. (516 State St.) | Mondays-Thursdays, 3:00 PM | Learn More

Coastal Happy Hour

Sandbar (514 State St.) | Mondays-Fridays, 3:00 PM | Learn More

Splash Bash Happy Hour

Baja Sharkeez (525 State St.) | Mondays-Fridays, 3:00 PM | Learn More

Happy Hour

The Good Lion (1212 State St.) | Mondays-Fridays, 4:00 PM | Learn More

Locals Only - Daily Bar Specials

Paloma (702 Anacapa St.) | Mondays-Sundays | Learn More

Locals Night (20% off)

Finch & Fork (31 W. Carrillo St.) | Mondays, 5:00 PM | Learn More

Wine Wednesdays (50% off bottles of wine)

Paloma (702 Anacapa St.) | Wednesdays | Learn More

Happy Hour

Paloma (702 Anacapa St.) | Wednesdays-Sundays, 4:00 PM | Learn More

Kids Eat Free

Paloma (702 Anacapa St.) | Sundays, 10:30 AM | Learn More

Live Each Hour Like It's Happy Hour

The Cruisery (501 State St.) | Sundays-Fridays, 3:00 PM | Learn More

Sparkling Wine Tasting Flight 

SB Bubbly Lounge (23 E. De La Guerra St. Suite 100) | September 1-30, 12:00 PM | Learn More

Red Wine Tasting Flight

Jamie Slone Wines (23 E. De La Guerra St.) | September 1-30, 12:00 PM | Learn More

Flag Program

This Week's Flag

American flags will be flying on State Street this week.

Clean & Safe Program

JULY STATS

Our Clean & Safe Program continues to make a visible impact downtown. Our team is out daily, keeping the streets clean, welcoming, and well-maintained, to help create clearly defined, comfortable, and safe spaces for the community. These efforts not only improve the appearance of our public spaces but also enhance overall safety and the experience for everyone who visits, works, or lives downtown. 

District Maintenance Hotline: (805) 242-1311