Downtown Santa Barbara has announced that tickets for the 2025 LIVE Art & Wine Tour are available for purchase. The event, which combines art, wine and food, will be 5:30-9:30 p.m. Thursday, May 15 at various downtown venues, culminating with a Final Party at the Arlington Theatre.
The Downtown LIVE Art & Wine Tour is the Downtown Santa Barbara Improvement Association’s biggest fundraiser of the year.
All proceeds from the event will benefit the Downtown Public Art, Activations and Events Fund that helps support free community programs such as the 1st Thursday Art Walk, Downtown Trick or Treat, and Downtown Dance Nights.
“The LIVE Art & Wine Tour is a highlight of the year for downtown Santa Barbara,” said Robin Elander, executive director of the newly formed Downtown Santa Barbara Improvement Association (DSBIA).
“It’s a fantastic opportunity to celebrate our city’s thriving arts scene, exceptional culinary offerings, and strong sense of community,” Elander said. “We encourage everyone to join us for this unique and memorable experience.”
Guests will receive a wine glass, plate, wristband, and map highlighting the venues offering food, beverages, and live art experiences.
Following the culinary journey, the Final Party will be 7:30-9:30 p.m. featuring additional local delights, specialty drinks, a silent auction, dancing, and live music from the Groove Collective.
Participating tour venues include:
Santa Barbara Fine Art
Art & Soul
The Crafters Library
Ace Rivington
The Barber Shop
Peter Horjus Design & Illustration
10 West Gallery
Sullivan Goss
Victoria Court
Santa Barbara Museum of Art
The event is for those 21 and older. Tickets are non-refundable, but are transferable.
Tickets are now priced at $90.
To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, or to get involved as a restaurant, winery or business or volunteer, contact Christy@downtownsb.org.