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Volunteers work on rose bushes as Mission Historical Park
Annual Rose Pruning Day Set for January 10
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department will host its Annual Rose Pruning Day on Saturday, January 10, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Wildfire resiliency staff pose in front of Giraffes at the SB Zoo
Wildfire Resiliency Project Provides Food and Fun for Animals at Santa Barbara Zoo
The City of Santa Barbara’s Wildfire Resiliency Project has found an unexpected community benefit: feeding animals at the Santa Barbara Zoo.
Aerial view of Dwight Murphy Field under construction
Dwight Murphy Field Renovation Reaches 25% Completion
Construction is progressing to transform the 100-year-old Dwight Murphy Field into a modern, inclusive recreation space designed to serve a broad range of users. As of October, the Dwight Murphy Field Renovation Project reached 25%…
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Volunteers work on rose bushes as Mission Historical Park
Annual Rose Pruning Day Set for January 10
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department will host its Annual Rose Pruning Day on Saturday, January 10, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Wildfire resiliency staff pose in front of Giraffes at the SB Zoo
Wildfire Resiliency Project Provides Food and Fun for Animals at Santa Barbara Zoo
The City of Santa Barbara’s Wildfire Resiliency Project has found an unexpected community benefit: feeding animals at the Santa Barbara Zoo.
Aerial view of Dwight Murphy Field under construction
Dwight Murphy Field Renovation Reaches 25% Completion
Construction is progressing to transform the 100-year-old Dwight Murphy Field into a modern, inclusive recreation space designed to serve a broad range of users. As of October, the Dwight Murphy Field Renovation Project reached 25%…
Casa Las Palmas entrance with walkway lined with plants
Casa Las Palmas Reopens After Renovation
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department is excited to announce the reopening of the Casa Las Palmas, a popular event venue in Chase Palm Park, following a renovation project.
Program participant bowls at the Adapted Recreation Program
Adapted Recreation Bowling Program Returns This Month
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department will host it's popular Adapted Recreation Bowling Program again this year!
Three participants smiling at the camera in their Halloween costumes
Halloween Dance for People of All Abilities Set for October 31
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department's Adapted Recreation Program is hosting its annual all-inclusive Halloween Dance on Friday, October 31 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Folk Orchestra performing in front of a large crowd at the Plaza del Mar Band Shell
Sunset Sessions to Bring Music, Theatre, and Arts to Plaza del Mar Band Shell
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department has announced a new free community event series, Sunset Sessions.
Santa Barbara City Hall, De la Guerra Plaza entrance
Fall Recruitment for City Advisory Groups
Do you have a passion for making a difference in your community? Share your ideas and be a part of a City team by joining one of our 30 City Advisory Groups! The City is an equal opportunity employer and adopts practices that value and…
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Large crowd gathers for a free concert in Chase Palm Park
Concerts in the Park Series Returns to Chase Palm Park this July
The City of Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation Department has announced the return of the annual concert series, Concerts in the Park. The free, family-friendly summer tradition has brought large crowds and a range of musical entertainment…
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