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Riviera Bar in Downtown Santa Barbara Closed for Good on Valentine’s Day
Riviera Bar, a downtown Santa Barbara staple known for classic cocktails and elevated tavern fare, has closed. The bar and restaurant, located at 20 West Figueroa Street in a 1931 Edwards & Plunkett–designed building, announced the shutdown on social media on February 16, stating its final night of service was February 14.
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ALO Kick Off Tour D’Amour with ‘Blues for Allah’ Sequence Featuring Jerry Garcia’s Travis Bean Guitar, Jack Johnson Sit-in on Night Two
It was a busy weekend for ALO. The band, known for its California-cool approach to riding the line between jam influences and pop tendencies, kicked off its annual Tour D’Amour on Friday, Feb. 13, at the Belly Up Tavern in San Diego, Calif. During their initial performance, Dan “Lebo” Lebowitz put Jerry Garcia’s legendary 1976 Travis Bean TB500 (No. 12) guitar to use. During their Valentine’s Day follow-up, the band was joined by their old friend Jack Johnson in their college town.
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FestForums 2026 Lights Up SOhO with Legends, Rising Stars & Industry Honors
The heart of Santa Barbara’s music scene, SOhO Restaurant & Music Venue, became the epicenter of the festival industry on the night of February 11, 2026. As part of the 9th annual FestForums conference, the evening bridged the gap between high-level industry recognition and the raw, communal power of live performance.
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Lompoc Restaurant Week 2026 officially underway
LOMPOC, Calif. (KEYT) – Lompoc's annual restaurant week is officially underway for 2026, running until Feb. 22nd. Diners have options to try restaurants throughout the city both new and old under affordable prices of $20.26 plus tax and tip. All of the restaurants below will participate in the festivities this week: Old Town Kitchen and Bar The post Lompoc Restaurant Week 2026 officially underway appeared first on News Channel 3-12 .
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Carpinteria’s Food Liaison Is Closing Its Cafe
••• Longtime Carpinteria favorite The Food Liaison announced that it will “most likely be closing our cafe” after February 20. Owner Nirasha Rodriguez elaborated: “We will be putting it up for sale ASAP. But in the meantime, we will be offering corporate and private catering. Also opening our multiple kitchens to the community for use like pop-ups, community usage, cooking classes, and event spaces.”
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Classical Music With a Twist: Camerata Pacifica set to perform across four Southern California venues
Camerata Pacifica, one of the country’s leading chamber groups, will bring a wind-focused classical music program to four Southern California venues this March, including stops in Los Angeles, Thousand Oaks, San Marino and Santa Barbara. The Santa Barbara-based chamber group will premiere “Natural Light,” a piece written for Camerata...
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FestForums shines a light on Musicians and Festivals
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) It's not everyday fans see Rock & Roll Hall of Fame guitarist Jeff "Skunk" Baxter at the Soho Restaurant & Music Club or emerging talent Hunter Hawkins perform with the legendary Kenny Loggins. The music showcase followed the opening night awards ceremony at the 9th FestForums in Santa Barbara. Kevin Lyman, who is marking the 30th anniversary of the Vans Warped Tour, was recognized. "Look The post FestForums shines a light on Musicians and Festivals appeared first on News Channel 3-12 .
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Film Festival Fashion Favorites: A-Listers Dazzle In Santa Barbara
SANTA BARBARA, Calif.— The festival showcased bold colors and tailored outfits, especially at the Virtuosos Award ceremony. “Other than the shoes, I feel super duper comfortable and that feels really good,” said Academy Award Nominee Wunmi Mosaku from “Sinners.”. At the Virtuosos stars like Sydney Sweeney brought...
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Events in Downtown Ventura During Valentine’s Day Weekend
There’s so much happening in the heart of Downtown Ventura this weekend for Valentine’s Day and beyond – from delicious dining and specialty cocktails to sing-a-longs and painting!. Grab your friends, your date, your family and enjoy a love-ly weekend in Downtown!. Amor y Amistad. Join Jaguar...
Santa Barbara Independent
Drover’s Doughnuts Opens a New Location in Goleta
Drover’s Doughnuts marks a new chapter in its journey as a family-owned Central Coast business by opening its doors in Goleta. Located at 5745 Calle Real, where Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf used to be, this space is the company’s third location, with its original shop in Buellton and its second in Solvang, which opened in summer 2025.
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Sustainability In Festivals Becoming a Trend in Santa Barbara County and Across the Nation
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) - In a city of more events than many other areas, sustainable events are a priority and that's being discussed at the three-day FestForum in Santa Barbara. The festival covers all aspects of festival operations including booking talent, permits, insurance, marketing, branding, merchandise and environmental relationships...
Santa Barbara Independent
Sinners, Saints, and Appalachian Vistas
Stay up-to-date with all things film fest by subscribing to our Dispatches from SBIFF newsletter featuring. daily reports of what happened last night, and previews of what’s next at the. Santa Barbara International Film Festival. Subscribe here. Santa Barbara Independent is a proud sponsor of SBIFF’s Audience Choice Award....
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What’s Happening in Downtown Santa Barbara: February 12-18
The Downtown Santa Barbara Improvement Association (DSBIA) invites residents and visitors to enjoy the final days of the Santa Barbara International Film Festival while celebrating Valentine’s Day with a variety of activities happening downtown. The full list of events can be found in our weekly e-newsletter here: conta.cc/46bHDAj. Featured...
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Authentic Local Food Experiences on the Central California Coast
Some of California’s most authentic culinary experiences aren’t happening in Napa or L.A.—they’re alive and well in Santa Maria Valley. Our food scene is the kind of hidden gem that foodies dream about. From iconic barbecue to family-run restaurants that make you feel like you belong, it’s California Central Coast local cuisine in its purest form. No fuss or trends—just generations of ranchers, farmers, and families who built a culture around hard work, local ingredients, and the belief that a great meal should bring people together.