Santa Barbara Sea Glass & Ocean Arts Festival
Anniversary and/or Annual Event
Art Gallery/Art Exhibit/Art Talk
Arts
Best Bet
Class/Workshop
Earl Warren Showgrounds
**Events may have been canceled or postponed. Please contact the venue to confirm the event.
Date & Time
Sat, Sep 12 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sun, Sep 13 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Address (map)
3400 Calle Real
Venue (website)
Earl Warren Showgrounds
Beachcombers, ocean art enthusiasts and environmental stewards will convene at the 2026 Santa Barbara Sea Glass and Ocean Arts Festival, taking place on Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 12 and 13, at the Earl Warren Showgrounds, 3400 Calle Real, Santa Barbara, CA. In the festival’s 11th year, organizers are thrilled to return to the popular Earl Warren Showgrounds venue to host their largest gathering yet of 50+ artists.
FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS
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Treasure Contest — Bring your best piece of sea glass for a judged competition on Sunday, Sept. 13. Entries are accepted from 10 a.m. to 1:25 p.m., with winners announced at 2:45 p.m. PRIZES!!!
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Creative Arts Workshops — Hands-on workshops, including Sea Glass Wire Wrap Pendants, Sea Glass Mobiles, Coastal Crushed Glass Art, and Coastal Macramé (Keychain & Bracelet), will be available throughout the weekend.
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Expert Speakers — Featured speakers include Jo Fry (“A Few of My Favorite Things”) and Angelique Allen (“Guided by the Ocean: The Connection between Scientists and Artists”).
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Handcrafted Marketplace — Shop unique wares from over 50 curated vendors featuring ocean-inspired art and jewelry.
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California Coastal Arts & Ocean Alliance — Visit the Front Lawn exhibit open both days.
