Posts by Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce

We’re proud to spotlight Anne Pazier, Board Member and owner of Santa Barbara Gift Baskets, a beloved local business spreading joy for over 20 years. A strong advocate for small business and community development, Anne’s leadership is rooted in her family’s multi-generational business legacy. Her impact led her to be named Entrepreneur of the Year…

Exclusive sponsorship opportunities are still available for the Goleta Lemon Festival, happening this September 27 & 28 at Girsh Park in Goleta. As a sponsor, your brand will benefit from extensive exposure through event signage, marketing materials, social media, and direct engagement with festivalgoers. This is a unique opportunity to reach over 40,000 attendees while…

There’s so much to love about Santa Barbara, from its rich history and vibrant culture to its unforgettable events and welcoming community spirit. The “So Much to Love in Santa Barbara” campaign is all about capturing that magic and sharing it with the world. Through inspiring visuals and local stories, the campaign showcases what makes…

Join us as we close out the final event in the Meet Me In Old Town Goleta series, a free, family-friendly community celebration in collaboration with the City of Goleta! Thursday, July 10 from 5–8 PM at the Goleta Community Center Lawn. This lively event is all about bringing our community together while supporting local…

Last week’s B2B was another sold-out success! Thank you to our amazing sponsor, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices – Marie Sue Parsons and Stephanie Young! B2B is the Chamber’s #1 networking event, bringing together business professionals to connect and grow their networks. Each attendee gets a 20-second pitch to introduce themselves and their business all while enjoying…

July 3, 2025 In recent weeks, many of you have shared candid and heartfelt concerns about increased ICE activity and immigration-related challenges. You’ve told us how these issues are affecting your businesses, your workforce, your families, and the broader connections we share as neighbors in this region. To support you, we’ve compiled key resources on…

The Chamber just released the 2nd Quarter 2025 Data Dashboard, offering key insights into the region’s economic landscape. This quarter’s report includes data on residential and commercial real estate, building permits, the local workforce, sales tax, tourism, taxable cannabis sales, homelessness, and poverty throughout Santa Barbara County and the South Coast. To access source links,…

Dear Chamber Members, It has been an incredible honor and privilege to serve as the Events Manager for the Chamber. Over the past four years, I’ve had the joy of working alongside passionate community members, dedicated business leaders, and an amazing Chamber team. From community gatherings to large-scale signature events, each experience has been both…

The Chamber is thrilled to announce that applications are now open for food vendors, arts & crafts, commercial, non-profit, political booths, Goleta Fall Classic Car Show entries, and entertainment acts at the 32nd Annual Goleta Lemon Festival at Girsh Park on September 27 & 28. The Goleta Lemon Festival, presented by Rusty’s Pizza, draws tens…

On Wednesday, the Chamber celebrated a Ribbon Cutting at The Alexander Properties at 2120 Santa Barbara Street! Guests had the opportunity to learn more about the property available for special events and take a tour of the 120-year-old house and beautiful gardens. Light bites and refreshments were enjoyed as we came together to mark another…