Santa Barbara Fair & Expo
**Events may have been canceled or postponed. Please contact the venue to confirm the event.
Date & Time
Thu, Apr 23 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Fri, Apr 24 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Sat, Apr 25 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Sun, Apr 26 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Fri, May 01 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Sat, May 02 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Sun, May 03 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Address (map)
3400 Calle Real Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Venue (website)
Earl Warren Showgrounds
The Santa Barbara Fair & Expo returns to Earl Warren Showgrounds April 23-26 and May 1-3, 2026, for two weekends of carnival rides, midway games, live entertainment, local art exhibits, agricultural showcases, farm animals, and classic fair food.
This year’s theme, “Your Beach Town Fair,” celebrates Santa Barbara’s vibrant coastal spirit with fun-in-the-sun festivities for all ages.
Attendees can look forward to:
• Exciting carnival rides and classic midway games
• Live entertainment including music, magic, and juggling
• Art and photography exhibits featuring local talent
• Farm animals and agricultural showcases
• A wide selection of fair food, from traditional favorites to new indulgences
• Free Senior Days! April 25 & May 2, Seniors 65+ enjoy free entry from 11am – 4pm
Designed to entertain families, thrill-seekers, and fair enthusiasts from across the Central Coast, the Santa Barbara Fair & Expo continues to be a gathering place where the community comes together to celebrate local culture and creativity!
