Events

Delirium 2022: Isaiah Rashad and Binki electrify the Thunderdome

November 3, 2022 by and

Open only to UC Santa Barbara students, the concert was headlined by Top Dawg Entertainment rapper Isaish Rashad and indie-disco artist Binki. 
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Three hours with Isla Vista’s native son: Jack Johnson at the Santa Barbara Bowl

October 13, 2022 by

The warm, laid-back atmosphere of UC Santa Barbara was captured last week by university alumnus and singer-songwriter Jack Johnson at his second night performance at the Santa Barbara Bowl.
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Rex Orange County Invokes the Message of his New Album “WHO CARES?” at the Santa Barbara Bowl

June 6, 2022 by

The bedroom pop and funk artist treated the Santa Barbara community for the first time to a night full of energy and excitement with different songs that highlight the best of his discography. 
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Actors Offstage: Shrunken Heads’ High School Musical on Stage!

May 28, 2022 by

From May 27 to May 28, Shrunken Heads Production Co. put on their rendition of the nostalgic and iconic Disney Channel original film “High School Musical” at the Thunderdome.
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Pop Sensation Olivia Rodrigo Performs at the Santa Barbara Bowl

May 26, 2022 by

Rodrigo seemed to have captured the hearts and full attention of the fans in attendance of the hour-long show, leaving everyone wanting more.
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A$AP Ferg, Dayglow and Valentino Khan Headline Extravaganza 2022

May 19, 2022 by

On May 15, UCSB students made their way to Harder Stadium to watch rapper A$AP Ferg, indie-pop band Dayglow and disc jockey Valentino Khan perform, free of charge. 
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David Sedaris Brings Trademark Wit to Santa Barbara’s Granada Theatre

May 16, 2022 by

As a champion of dry humor and satirical writing, Sedaris showed that he holds up and can pen a laugh-out-of-your-chair story even 30 years into his career.
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Lorde’s Solar Power Tour Felt Right at Home at the Santa Barbara Bowl

May 12, 2022 by

The “Solar Power” album, a testament to living in the moment and appreciating the nature that surrounds us, was perfect for the venue.
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Orville Peck Showcases “Queer Country” at The Arlington Theatre

May 11, 2022 by

Multitalented country singer Orville Peck was in Santa Barbara for the first time on his Bronco tour in support of his most recent album of the same name. 
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Dancers off the Stage: “Visions of Vibrancy” Spring Dance Concert

May 8, 2022 by

The annual UC Santa Barbara Spring Dance Concert, “Visions of Vibrancy,” highlighted the talent of senior dancers as they showcased their dancing and choreography skills.
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Disclosure at the Santa Barbara Bowl

May 1, 2022 by

House music fans and those who like to have a good time are destined for a night of great music, stellar visuals and incredible vibes all around.
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King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard Perform at The Arlington Theatre

April 21, 2022 by

Australian band King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard brought their mind-altering brand of psychedelic rock to the Arlington Theatre in downtown Santa Barbara.
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“Murder In Paris”: A Story of International Intrigue Comes to the Carsey-Wolf Center

April 15, 2022 by

The 2021 documentary “Murder in Paris: The Assassination of Dulcie September” documents the life and mysterious death of the eponymous South African activist.
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Rapper Flo Milli and Producer Pi’erre Bourne Bring the Heat to The Warm Up

April 7, 2022 by

Hundreds of students headed to the Thunderdome to see 2021 XXL Freshman inductee Flo Milli and hip-hop producer Pi’erre Bourne take the stage.
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SBIFF 2022: Benedict Cumberbatch Wins the Cinema Vanguard Award

April 1, 2022 by

On March 9, Benedict Cumberbatch was honored with the Cinema Vanguard Award at the 37th annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival for his performance in “The Power of the Dog.” 
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