June 9, 2025 Date

Featured Events

Science Pub: The 1925 Santa Barbara Earthquake
Monday, June 9
At 6:42 AM on June 29, 1925, residents of the Santa Barbara area were shaken by a startling geologic upheaval. Two observers witnessed the ground roll like an ocean wave as...
6:30 PM–8:00 PM
Macrophotography in the Butterfly Pavilion
Tuesday, June 10
Grab your macro lens and spend 90 minutes surrounded by winged wonders in the beautiful garden of Butterflies Alive! 
For these photographer-only sessions, tripods are...
5:00 PM–7:30 PM
Extended Hours at the Sea Center
Thursday, June 12
The Sea Center on Stearns Wharf is staying open until 7:00 PM! Take advantage of our special hours to visit when you can beat the crowds. Enjoy our exhibits, including Dive...
5:00 PM–7:00 PM
Star Party
Saturday, June 14
The Palmer Observatory will open its doors and its roof to share a remarkable view of the wonders of the night sky through our state-of-the-art 20-inch telescope. Join Muse...
8:30 PM–10:00 PM
Beach Cleanup
Sunday, June 15
Be part of the solution to marine pollution! Come gain community with fellow ocean-lovers, and earn community service hours if you need them to graduate. 
Meet us on&n...
10:00 AM–12:00 PM
The Art of Science: Drawing Natural History
Thursday, June 19
Join our drop-in community drawing sessions for art lovers ages eight and up! Stretch your creative muscles as you sketch animals in pencil, drawing inspiration from the an...
2:30 PM–3:30 PM
Astronomy After Hours: Betelgeuse Goes Supernova
Friday, June 20
Members, come join us for exclusive access to the Gladwin Planetarium. Each month, our Astronomy Programs presenters will guide you through a special topic presentation wit...
5:00 PM–7:00 PM
Santa Barbara Solstice Festival
Saturday, June 21
Find us at the Santa Barbara Solstice Festival! Join in using solar light to create prints of objects found in nature. Summer Solstice marks the beginning of astronomical s...
12:00 PM–4:00 PM
Santa Barbara Solstice Festival
Sunday, June 22
Find us at the Santa Barbara Solstice Festival! Join in using solar light to create prints of objects found in nature. Summer Solstice marks the beginning of astronomical s...
12:00 PM–4:00 PM
The Art of Science: Drawing Natural History
Thursday, June 26
Join our drop-in community drawing sessions for art lovers ages eight and up! Stretch your creative muscles as you sketch animals in pencil, drawing inspiration from the an...
2:30 PM–3:30 PM