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Folk Orchestra performing in front of a large crowd at the Plaza del Mar Band Shell
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Sunset Sessions to Bring Music, Theatre, and Arts to Plaza del Mar Band Shell

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The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department has announced a new free community event series, Sunset Sessions. Performances will take place at the historic Plaza del Mar Band Shell every Thursday in September and feature a variety of acts, including live music, theater, poetry readings, and stand-up comedy. The community is invited to bring blankets, chairs, and picnics to enjoy an evening of family-friendly entertainment in one of the City’s oldest parks.

2025 Sunset Sessions Schedule
Thursday, September 4, 6:00 p.m.- 7:30 p.m. – Acoustic concert by Carly Powers and Will Breman
Thursday, September 11, 6:00 p.m.- 7:30 p.m. – Theatre performance, Wisdom of the Elders, by Boxtales Theatre Company
Thursday, September 18, 6:00 p.m.- 7:30 p.m. – Poetry and short story readings by Gunpowder Poetry Group
Thursday, September 25, 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. – Stand-up comedy by Don’t Tell Comedy

Location: Plaza del Mar Band Shell (100 Castillo Street)

More information about Sunset Sessions can be found at SantaBarbaraCA.gov/SunsetSessions