Art Festival
September 20, 2008
Hosted by the Goleta Art Association.

37TH Annual Fiddlers Festival
October 5, 2008
Enjoy a day long celebration of American Folk Music. The Rotary Club of Santa Barbara produces the event with the hope of preserving American music heritage and fostering a love of music in young people. For more information contact http://fiddlersconvention.org

Barn Warming
November 16, 2008
Join us for the unveiling of the restored Walnut Packing Shed (future Education Center) and Visitor Interpretive Center. Celebrate our renovations and toast our contributors to the Restoration Campaign. with a BBQ, live music, and ranchyard fun. Purchase tickets by clicking HERE.

Holiday At The Ranch
December 13 & 14, 2008
Our signature holiday open house.  Photo opportunities abound with Santa Claus, tours of the beautifully decorated Stow House, crafts and cookie-baking for the kids, and live music.

Fiesta Ranchera
June 2009 
Old Spanish Days in Santa Barbara, Inc. and Goleta Valley Historical Society are very excited to announce the Second Annual “Fiesta Ranchera” celebration.  The concept of the event will be a format similar to Dignatarios, Old Spanish Days’ premier “sold-out” event at the Zoo. Guests will enjoy sampling appetizers and beverages from local restaurants, wineries, and breweries.  Entertainment will include a performance by the 2008 Spirit of Fiesta, and dancing to popular cover band, Area 51. 

Old Fashioned 4th of July Celebration
July 4, 2009
This annual festival allows families and community members to celebrate the Fourth of July in an old-time atmosphere. Children and adults will enjoy a day of live music, hayrides, BBQ, various games and races, local artists, engine show, classic cars, museum tours and much more.

Music At The Ranch
July and August, 2009
This six-week series will take place on Tuesday evenings in July and August. The community is invited to enjoy live music surrounded by the serene beauty of the gardens of Stow House. This series is an excellent opportunity for the community to come together and enjoy performances by local musicians. Beverages including wine and beer available for purchase.  Bring a picnic and enjoy dinner alfresco!

Gala Event
September 2009
Our signature 1920s/1930s black tie dinner, dance, and auction.  A unique evening and one of Goleta’s premier events. This year’s theme, “Speakeasy” is sure to be an elegant night of smoky jazz and a few surprises.

For more information about any of our upcoming events contact dacia@goletahistory.org.