Santa Barbara Events December 2026
Concerts, sports, comedy shows, Broadway performances, and live events across Santa Barbara, CA.
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- Dec 02, 2026, 7:00 PM Wed — CLASSICAL: Hilary Hahn with Matthias Goerne and Yekwon Sunwoo at Granada Theatre - Santa Barbara • 300 seats,
1214 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, US. From $71, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $168, Tickets Available: 250. Select Seats - Dec 05, 2026, 12:00 PM Sat — Truck, Best Value, Weekend Event: Monster Truck Nitro Tour at Earl Warren Showgrounds, 807 Las Positas Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93130, US. From $45, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $77, 28 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 05, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — Truck, Best Value, Weekend Event: Monster Truck Nitro Tour at Earl Warren Showgrounds, 807 Las Positas Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93130, US. From $45, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $77, 28 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 05, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — JAZZ / BLUES, Weekend Event: Herb Alpert and The Tijuana Brass at Arlington Theatre • 2000 seats, 1317 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, US. From $59, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $119, Tickets Available: 517. Select Seats
- Dec 09, 2026, 7:00 PM Wed — FILM: Ocean In Concert at Granada Theatre - Santa Barbara • 300 seats, 1214 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, US. From $139, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $160, 1 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 09, 2026, 7:30 PM Wed — COMEDY, High Demand: Demetri Martin at The Lobero Theatre • 604 seats, 33 East Canon Perdido Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, US. From $60, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $139, Tickets Available: 134. Select Seats
- Dec 11, 2026, 7:30 PM Fri — POP / ROCK, High Demand: The Milk Carton Kids at The Lobero Theatre • 604 seats, 33 East Canon Perdido Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, US. From $91, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $205, 15 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 12, 2026, 2:30 PM Sat — BALLET, Weekend Event: Santa Barbara Festival Ballet: The Nutcracker at Arlington Theatre • 2000 seats, 1317 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, US. From $74, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $137, Tickets Available: 1279. Select Seats
- Dec 12, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — BALLET, Weekend Event: Santa Barbara Festival Ballet: The Nutcracker at Arlington Theatre • 2000 seats, 1317 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, US. From $74, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $135, Tickets Available: 877. Select Seats
- Dec 12, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — JAZZ / BLUES, High Demand, Weekend Event: Tina Schlieske and Friends at The Lobero Theatre • 604 seats, 33 East Canon Perdido Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, US. From $67, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $122, Tickets Available: 126. Select Seats
- Dec 13, 2026, 2:30 PM Sun — BALLET, Weekend Event: Santa Barbara Festival Ballet: The Nutcracker at Arlington Theatre • 2000 seats, 1317 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, US. From $76, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $421, Tickets Available: 54. Select Seats
- Dec 18, 2026, 6:00 PM Fri — BALLET, High Demand: The Nutcracker at Granada Theatre - Santa Barbara • 300 seats, 1214 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, US. From $54, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $143, Tickets Available: 449. Select Seats
- Dec 18, 2026, 6:15 PM Fri — Concert: Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings at Music Academy of the West, 1070 Fairway Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108, US. From $63, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $132, Tickets Available: 70. Select Seats
- Dec 18, 2026, 8:15 PM Fri — Concert: Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer at Music Academy of the West, 1070 Fairway Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108, US. From $226, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $260, 2 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 19, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event: The Nutcracker at Granada Theatre - Santa Barbara • 300 seats, 1214 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, US. From $54, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $132, Tickets Available: 451. Select Seats
- Dec 19, 2026, 7:30 PM Sat — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event: The Nutcracker at Granada Theatre - Santa Barbara • 300 seats, 1214 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, US. From $54, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $179, Tickets Available: 545. Select Seats
- Dec 20, 2026, 2:00 PM Sun — BALLET, High Demand, Weekend Event: The Nutcracker at Granada Theatre - Santa Barbara • 300 seats, 1214 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, US. From $54, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $135, Tickets Available: 447. Select Seats
- Dec 22, 2026, 7:30 PM Tue — Celtic, High Demand: An Irish Christmas at The Lobero Theatre • 604 seats, 33 East Canon Perdido Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, US. From $72, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $129, Tickets Available: 140. Select Seats
- Dec 31, 2026, 8:30 PM Thu — CLASSICAL: NYE With The Santa Barbara Symphony at Granada Theatre - Santa Barbara • 300 seats, 1214 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, US. From $92, Avg Ticket Price: ~ $161, Tickets Available: 249. Select Seats
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Events in December 2026
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December 2026 features concerts, sports games, comedy shows, Broadway performances, festivals, and live entertainment across Santa Barbara and nearby CA areas. Major arenas, theaters, clubs, and entertainment venues continue to update their schedules throughout the month.
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Hilary Hahn
1214 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Event Dates 12
Dec 02, 2026 7:00 PM
Monster Truck Nitro Tour
807 Las Positas Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93130
Event Dates 6
Dec 05, 2026 12:00 PM
Herb Alpert and The Tijuana Brass
1317 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Event Dates 6
Dec 05, 2026 7:30 PM
Ocean In Concert
1214 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Event Dates 1
Dec 09, 2026 7:00 PM
Demetri Martin
33 East Canon Perdido Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Event Dates 9
Dec 09, 2026 7:30 PM
The Milk Carton Kids
33 East Canon Perdido Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Event Dates 10
Dec 11, 2026 7:30 PM
The Nutcracker
1317 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Event Dates 1991
Dec 12, 2026 2:30 PM
Tina Schlieske and Friends
33 East Canon Perdido Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Event Dates 1
Dec 12, 2026 7:30 PM
Candlelight: Christmas Carols on Strings
1070 Fairway Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108
Event Dates 38
Dec 18, 2026 6:15 PM
Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer
1070 Fairway Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108
Event Dates 50
Dec 18, 2026 8:15 PM
An Irish Christmas
33 East Canon Perdido Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Event Dates 8
Dec 22, 2026 7:30 PM
Santa Barbara Symphony
1214 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Event Dates 13
Dec 31, 2026 8:30 PM
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Santa Barbara events, venues, schedules, and live entertainment.
What events are happening in Santa Barbara during December 2026?
Santa Barbara hosts concerts, sports games, comedy shows, Broadway performances, festivals, and live entertainment throughout December 2026.
Where can I find Santa Barbara events by date?
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Are concerts happening in Santa Barbara during December 2026?
Yes. Concert schedules include touring artists, arena shows, local performances, music festivals, and live entertainment events throughout Santa Barbara and nearby CA areas.
What are the top event venues in Santa Barbara?
Popular venues include arenas, theaters, comedy clubs, stadiums, music halls, and entertainment venues located across Santa Barbara and nearby areas.
Do event prices change during December 2026?
Yes. Event prices can change based on demand, seating location, performer popularity, venue size, and event date.
Are there weekend events in Santa Barbara?
Yes. Weekends are usually the busiest time for concerts, sports games, comedy shows, festivals, and major live entertainment events across Santa Barbara.
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