Chamber News

Are you a people person with a passion for showcasing our beautiful cities on the South Coast to visitors from around the world? If so, we invite you to join us as a volunteer at one of our two Visitor Centers. As a volunteer, you’ll have the opportunity to meet and interact with visitors, sharing…

This week the Chamber released the South Coast Data Dashboard for April, tracking the trends and changes in various areas that affect our community. This month’s dashboard covers key topics such as real estate, workforce, tourism, and the impact of COVID-19 on our region. Additionally, we are following important social issues such as crime, homelessness, and…

The Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce has expressed concerns over the upcoming “reach code” building electrification ordinances that will prohibit natural gas infrastructure in new buildings and alterations of existing buildings in the County of Santa Barbara, the City of Goleta, and the City of Carpinteria. The Chamber is worried about the advanced…

The Chamber is joining the movement to raise awareness of mental health issues. A few simple but powerful ways to show support is by lighting up your business in lime green, the official color of mental health awareness, and encouraging your employees to wear green on a specific date in May. By coming together as…

On April 20, 2023, the Chamber hosted the second annual State of the City at the picturesque Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort, drawing an impressive crowd of over 400 attendees. This unique luncheon showcased the vision and leadership of the Mayors and city managers from Goleta, Santa Barbara, and Carpinteria, who presented informative and engaging…

The Goleta Lemon Festival attracts over 35,000 attendees and is the biggest celebration in the Goleta area. The festival hosts 70+ booths featuring local non-profit organizations, food, beverages, and merchandise. Don’t miss out on this year’s celebration of 30 years! Applications for vendors are now available. Deadline for food vendors is August 7. Deadline for non-food…

On April 21, the Chamber held a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at the Braille Institute to celebrate the opening of their newly remolded library, which includes a kids’ corner and a new sensory wall featuring iconic places of Santa Barbara.  The Braille Institute is a non-profit organization whose mission is to positively transform the lives of those with vision loss, offering…

The Chamber and SBCAG are thrilled to announce the CycleMAYnia South Coast Bike Shop Appreciation Ride which will take place on Wednesday, May 10 from 6:30 to 8:30 PM. This event is all about celebrating our local bike shop businesses, their employees, and the important role they play in our communities. The event will begin…

Are you a people person with a passion for showcasing our beautiful cities on the South Coast to visitors from around the world? If so, we invite you to join us as a volunteer at one of our two Visitor Centers. As a volunteer, you’ll have the opportunity to meet and interact with visitors, sharing…

Get ready for the 30th Annual Goleta Lemon Festival! The event will take place on September 30th and October 1st. A family-friendly weekend of fun, food, and entertainment awaits you in Goleta! The Goleta Lemon Festival attracts over 35,000 attendees and is the biggest celebration in the Goleta area. The festival hosts over 70 vendors…