Santa Barbara Bowl is a premier venue for live music in California. The iconic outdoor amphitheatre seats more than 4,500 fans and offers a unique chance to watch your favourite artists perform under the stars.
The venue enjoys a scenic setting in the foothills of Santa Barbara and boasts fantastic views of the downtown core and the distant Channel Islands. The concert season runs from April to October and features everything from chart-topping groups like Florence and the Machine to legends like Joni Mitchell and Bob Marley.
The tiered, circular design of Santa Barbara Bowl offers fantastic acoustics and excellent views of the stage. Concession stands serve a tempting menu of BBQ pulled pork sandwiches, bratwurst rolls, gourmet pizza and Mediterranean platters. You can also sip on craft beer, wine and cocktails.
Getting there
Santa Barbara Bowl is a five-minute drive or 20-minute walk from Downtown Santa Barbara. You can also arrive by taxi and rideshare services, such as Uber and Lyft, while Los Angeles International Airport is a 1.5-hour drive away.