Chamber News

As an organization dedicated to the economic health and vitality of communities from Goleta to Carpinteria on the South Coast of Santa Barbara County, the Chamber was proud to support SBCAG’s request for federal funding for the multimodal effort to relieve congestion and improve safety and circulation. Transportation plays a key role in the smooth…

This week the Chamber hosted a State Street Business Roundtable to discuss the business environment on the street and potential changes. This meeting focused on the state of retail in Santa Barbara’s downtown, after the previous roundtable focused on restaurants and outdoor dining. While many attendees were hopeful about the potential of downtown and State…

The Chamber takes immense pride in being a sponsor of Old Spanish Days Fiesta, running August 2-6. Throughout this celebration, we encourage your patronage of our local retail and restaurant establishments who play a significant role in boosting the local economy. This support is particularly crucial for our local workforce, especially those employees who depend on…

Experience the Goleta Lemon Festival, celebrating 30 years! Drawing over 40,000 attendees, it stands as the largest celebration in the Goleta area. Immerse yourself in the festivities as you explore 80+ vendors featuring local non-profit organizations, crafts, lemony foods and beverages, and lemon-themed souvenirs. To make the most of this incredible event, pre-purchase your all-inclusive…

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 17, 2023 Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce Introduces Santa Barbara Visitor Trolley Pilot Program The Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce the launch of an exciting pilot program, the “Santa Barbara Visitor Trolley,” aimed at addressing the transportation needs and concerns of businesses in the…

The 2023 Goleta Lemon Festival is set to take place on September 30 and October 1 at Girsh Park, proudly sponsored by Rusty’s Pizza. Celebrating 30 years, this highly anticipated annual event draws a crowd of 40,000 regional visitors, residents, community leaders, non-profits, and elected officials, making it a true representation of the spirit of…

The Chamber takes great pride in being a sponsor of Old Spanish Days Fiesta, a Santa Barbara tradition for nearly a century. Keep an eye out for the Chamber’s carriage in the El Desfile Histórico parade. This extraordinary event stands as one of the largest equestrian parades and will take place on Friday, August 4 at…

Promote your business in the prestigious Chambers Official Visitors Map, an esteemed and widely sought-after resource that captivates over 100,000 tourists every year! Time is of the essence! The deadline to submit your ads for the Visitors Map is rapidly approaching—tomorrow, July 14th. Don’t let this incredible chance slip through your fingers. Receive a special…

The Chamber had an amazing back-to-back ribbon cutting experience last week during downtown Santa Barbara’s 1st Thursday monthly art walk. Last week marked an exciting new beginning for local business Slice of Light Gallery as the Chamber celebrated their grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony! Located at 9 W. Figueroa Street, they aim to…

The Chamber released the June 2023 South Coast Data Dashboard this week. This comprehensive report delves into crucial areas including real estate, workforce dynamics, and tourism in our region. Furthermore, it explores social metrics like crime, homelessness, and poverty. We invite you to explore the complete June 2023 South Coast Data Dashboard, as it offers a wealth of…