78th Ojai Music Festival, June 6-9, 2024
Mitsuko Uchida takes the helm as music director at this annual event, which is described as a creative incubator par excellence. The four-day musical extravaganza will feature concert events at Libbey Bowl with performances by Mahler Chamber Orchestra, Brentano String Quartet, violinist Alexi Kenney, cellist Jay Campbell, harpist Julie Smith Phillips, soprano Lucy Fitz Gibbon, percussionist Sae Hashimoto, accordionist Ljubinka Kulisic, and bassist Rick Stotijn. A cornucopia of simultaneous fun, music, and sunshine!
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Santa Barbara Surf Film Festival at the Lobero Theatre, June 7-9, 2024
Surf enthusiasts will want to attend the Santa Barbara Surf Film Festival, a remarkable tribute to the rich surf history of our region. This event showcases the talent and storytelling prowess of filmmakers, artists, board shapers, and surfers who have shaped our local surf culture. The festival's highlight is the Surf Film Festival Block Party featuring surf exhibitors, live music, local artisans, delicious food, and craft drinks. So, immerse yourself in surf culture and enjoy this festive occasion. (Hang ten ability not required.)
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The Santa Barbara Home Show, Earl Warren Showgrounds, June 8-9, 2024
If you're a homeowner looking to enhance your living space, don’t miss the Santa Barbara Home Show. This event provides a chance for Santa Barbara homeowners to explore hundreds of the latest home products and services, connect with home improvement professionals, and gain insights into repairs, upgrades, and sustainable living options. You’ll find everything from kitchen and bath renovations to outdoor makeovers. Take advantage of this opportunity to meet industry experts in building, remodeling, and decorating to make your dream home a reality.
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The Ojai Wine Festival, Lake Casitas, June 17, 2024
A calendar of Santa Barbara County events in June would not be complete without mention of the Annual Ojai Wine Festival, where participants indulge in a delightful array of award-winning wines, craft beers, ciders, seltzers, and fine spirits. The event also features a tempting selection of gourmet food trucks and fine arts and crafts vendors, all gathered at the scenic Lake Casitas in the Ojai Valley. Get your groove on at the lakeside dance floor while enjoying the energetic tunes of Area 51, Santa Barbara's hottest dance band. By attending the Ojai Wine Festival, you'll also be supporting a great cause—this event is a fundraiser for the Rotary Club of Ojai-West Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to improving education, assisting low-income families, and enriching the lives of local youth through various activities.
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Summer Solstice Celebration, Festival, June 21-23, 2024
Join an explosion of creative energy at the 49th Annual Summer Solstice Celebration, a signature Santa Barbara event that marks the beginning of the summer season. This year's theme is “Flights of Fancy,” and you can expect an extraordinary display of artwork, costumes, and performances. The largest event in Santa Barbara County kicks off with a special ticketed concert on Friday, followed by the iconic Solstice Parade which starts at Noon on Saturday at the intersection of Ortega and Santa Barbara Streets. Experience the spectacle of creatively decorated floats, imaginative costumes, bands, dance ensembles, and more as the parade travels down Santa Barbara Street and ends at the Solstice Festival at Alameda Park.
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Santa Barbara Lavender Festival, Old Mission, Santa Barbara, June 29, 2024
Get ready to indulge in a sensory feast of sights, sounds, and soothing aromas in this celebration of the beauty and versatility of lavender. Enjoy live music as you stroll through the grounds of the Old Mission, immersing yourself in a sea of purple hues and delightful fragrances. You'll be greeted by mesmerizing displays of living lavender plants and fresh bouquets as vendors unveil their new and unique lavender products, and exquisite wares. Take advantage of this opportunity to enjoy the wonders of lavender and bring some home with you while you’re at it.
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Butterflies Alive!, Santa Barbara Natural History Museum, Now-September 2024
Step into the beloved Butterflies Alive! exhibit, a summer tradition at the Sprague Butterfly Pavilion. Immerse yourself in a captivating garden adorned with over two dozen tropical butterfly species, where nearly 1,000 live butterflies dance freely around you. Explore the enchanting Santa Barbara Gallery, where you can peek into the emergence chamber and witness butterflies in earlier stages of life, perhaps catching the magical moment when an adult butterfly emerges from its chrysalis. This immersive experience invites guests to discover the wonders of nature up close and personal and is part of museum admission through September.
As you explore the exciting Santa Barbara County events in June, remember that the summer months are also a fantastic time to consider moving to or within any of the vibrant Santa Barbara area communities. Warmer weather, more flexible schedules, and an increased number of properties hitting the market combine to make June the perfect time to hunt for your new home or home away from home. Give me a call at (805) 886-9378 or email me at Cristal@montecito-estate.com for a free consultation regarding selling and buying.
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