The summer season is one of the most popular times to visit Santa Barbara. Our California home is a beautiful vacation destination that enjoys plenty of sunshine in the summer. If you are looking for the perfect reason to visit look no further than the Fourth of July holiday. Santa Barbara has plenty of exciting events to join in on and summer activities to keep you busy with. Take a look at how you can spend the Santa Barbara 4th of July:
The city of Santa Barbara is excited to announce that the return of the annual Fourth of July Celebration will be taking place this summer. This year's events will be building off of the wonderful events in years past for the best celebration yet. The event takes place at Stearns Wharf where you can enjoy an afternoon full of live music, delicious food, and of course the incredible fireworks display. The fireworks display will be starting around 9:00 PM for 20 minutes of dazzling fun. Stearns Wharf will be closed to vehicle traffic from 3:30 PM to 9:30 PM so plan ahead for the route. Visitors are encouraged to bike to the event where additional bike racks will be provided by the city. The weather is absolutely lovely in the summer making for an enjoyable bike ride from your vacation rental to the event. Don't miss out on the biggest fireworks display in Santa Barbara yet! The Santa Barbara Fourth of July Celebration will be taking place from 11:00 AM to 9:30 PM this summer.
Another great way to spend your vacation rental is by having your own BBQ at your vacation rental. Our vacation properties are second to none here in Santa Barbara and will make for a great spot to grill up your meal. Many of our vacation rentals are full-size homes that feature spacious outdoor yards. Look out back and you may find extended patio decks or grassy lawns. Most of the properties also feature gas BBQ grills where you can cook up the perfect burger or hot dog. You will find everything in the gourmet kitchen to prepare for such a feast. Our kitchens come with extended countertop space and all of the cooking ware you need. The stainless steel appliances have plenty of room to prepare any sides and store any leftovers you have. Simply put, you have everything you need for the perfect BBQ experience just in time for the Santa Barbara 4th of July!
This summer make sure to stop by the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History for their seasonal Butterflies Alive! exhibit that runs all summer long. Visitors can enjoy some downtime between their holiday plans by exploring the Sprague Butterfly Pavilion which is full of exotic butterflies and a lush garden. The rest of the museum has plenty of exciting exhibits that will educate visitors on the natural history of the area. Entry into the Butterflies Alive! exhibit is included with standard museum admission.
Make sure to hit the water during your Fourth of July visit by joining in on the fun with the Music on the Water with Santa Barbara Sailing Center. This unique experience will take you aboard the Double Dolphin, a giant 50-foot catamaran that takes off every Friday for a beautiful sunset cruise. Local Santa Barbara musicians will be on board performing wonderful music as the sun sets in the background. You will enjoy majestic views of the Santa Barbara coastline. The July 1st cruise is scheduled to have The Coconuts for their lively tunes. Don't miss out on this unique experience here in Santa Barbara!
During your visit make sure you get to see some of the must-see attractions in the city including the Santa Barbara County Courthouse. This elegant building is a highlight of the city with its Spanish-colonial style that was first built in 1929. The lush gardens surrounding the building often host wedding photos and are open to public tours. The Mural Room has gorgeous murals on display that are unique works of art. The Santa Barbara County Courthouse is nearby plenty of local restaurants and boutiques to shop around at. Don't miss out on this local attraction during your patriotic getaway.
All of these events and activities are waiting for you right here in Santa Barbara. A summer holiday is just what you need to get through the season. For the best stay possible make sure to book one of our luxurious vacation rentals here in the city. Our properties feature fine amenities and are nearby all of the exciting attractions in the area.
