This weekend in Santa Barbara, CA

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Saturday & Sunday, Sep 26–27

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Saturday, September 26 5 events
  • 10am

    Goleta Lemon Festival

    Girsh Park, 7050 Phelps Rd, Goleta
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    The Goleta Lemon Festival returns to Girsh Park for a vibrant community gathering where local businesses and artists come together with families. The event features food and festive activities in a welcoming setting. Getting there is straightforward with convenient parking, free shuttles, and nearby access. For questions, email LemonFestival@SBSCChamber.com.

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  • 10am

    Harvest of Colors Quilt Show 10am-5pm

    Earl Warren Showgrounds, 3400 Calle Real, Santa Barbara · verified Sep 20
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    Harvest of Colors presents a showcase by members.

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  • 10:30am

    Storytime

    Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, 211 Stearns Whrf, Santa Barbara · verified Sep 18
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    Sea Center staff and volunteers present ocean themed stories inside the Dive In exhibit, blending fun and learning with a touch of undersea wonder. This 15-minute storytime welcomes all ages and is especially engaging for children 10 and under. Participation is included with regular Sea Center admission, and members receive free entry. All areas of the Sea Center are ADA accessible.

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  • 6pm

    Yu-Gi-Oh Tournament

    Metro Entertainment, 6 W Anapamu St, Santa Barbara · verified Sep 18
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    A tournament for Yu-Gi-Oh players returns to Metro Entertainment, a shop known for comics, games, and toys. The competition features OTS packs and brings together the local trading card game community for an evening of friendly dueling.

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  • 7:30pm

    The Tina Turner – Rod Stewart Tribute

    Lobero Theatre, 33 E. Canon Perdido Street, Santa Barbara · verified Sep 18
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    At Lobero Theatre, a high-energy tribute spotlights two music icons in a single evening. Shar Wils channels Tina Turner with a streak of crowd-pleasing hits, backed by a tight live band, powerful singers, and spirited dancers, capturing the fierce spirit at the heart of her legacy. Opening the show, Stewart Sher salutes Rod Stewart, delivering the swaggering rock anthems and soulful ballads that helped make him a legend.

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Sunday, September 27 5 events
  • 10am

    Goleta Lemon Festival

    Girsh Park, 7050 Phelps Rd, Goleta
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    The Goleta Lemon Festival returns to Girsh Park with a lively community celebration of all things lemon. Local businesses and artists come together with families for a festive atmosphere filled with food and fun. Getting there is straightforward, with convenient parking, complimentary shuttles, and easy access to the park.

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  • 10am

    Harvest of Colors Quilt Show

    Earl Warren Showgrounds, 3400 Calle Real, Santa Barbara · verified Sep 20
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    The Harvest of Colors Quilt Show brings quilts into the spotlight at Earl Warren Showgrounds. Visitors can view quilted works and appreciate the craft of quilting.

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  • 10:30am

    Storytime at the Sea Center

    Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History Sea Center, 211 Stearns Whrf, Santa Barbara · verified Sep 18
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    Sea Center staff and volunteers share ocean themed tales in the heart of the Dive In exhibit during a 15 minute storytime. It is open to all ages and is especially engaging for children 10 and under. Participation is included with regular Sea Center admission, and members enjoy free entry. The entire Sea Center is ADA accessible.

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  • 11am

    14th Annual Heroes of Hospice Luncheon

    Hilton , 633 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara · verified Sep 15
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    This 14th annual luncheon honors the heroes of Hospice of Santa Barbara and takes place at the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort.

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  • 7pm

    Judy Collins

    Lobero Theatre, 33 E. Canon Perdido Street, Santa Barbara · verified Sep 18
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    After more than five decades in music, Collins is bidding farewell to the road with a wide-ranging final run that follows a prolific stretch featuring six new albums, a creative resurgence highlighted by Spellbound, and a poetry collection. This performance offers a final chance to experience the iconic singer-songwriter’s voice and storytelling live. Oakland Rain kicks off the performance.

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