Trivia with jokes? Yes, please! Every other Monday at the Uptown Lounge is a ton of fun. Sign up…read morefor a chance to do 3 minutes of stand-up (or whatever you forgot to vent to your therapist). Five stars.

This is the best Wednesday event at the Lama Sama since it is bingo night. We laugh and win lots of…read morebingo contest which include awards and award ceremonies. We each get a card and then enjoy lots of tots and chicken wings. The bingo comedy comes with laughter all night. The bingo comedian cracks jokes while we joke with the crowd. Food comes out fast and parking is easy!

SoHo is a great place to see a show. It is one of the only music venues in town that is smaller…read morethan the Bowl but larger than a typical kitchen, with a great stage, good food, and an eclectic and exciting line-up of bands, singers, and more. We've seen everything from folk artists to rappers, accapella to rock and roll. There is something for everyone, and unlike the Bowl, tickets aren't immediately scooped up by scalpers and re-sold at twice the price. Most shows offer dinner seatings and the food is solid. There is also a full bar in back and it's a cool spot to hang out for the late shows. The vibe is fun and there is not an ounce of pretension anywhere. If you like music, this is a great spot.

Food was gross and they tack on an automatic 25% tip. Sound system was bad. Place is dirty. Owner…read moreGail walks around giving a weird side eye. Drinks were okay but pricey. Wish there was another cooler place with good vibes to listen and support local music.

So much fun! And Skylar is the BEST karaoke host ever!!!! He is fun and super cute. Wren is a great…read morebartender and they both make karaoke night a memorable night

I have been going to the Tiburon Tavern for 30 years but I just can't believe the ridiculous prices…read morethey are charging now $25 for a pitcher of Coors Light The karaoke was great as always but if these prices continue I'll never go again.Please get real

Concerts in the Park happens every July and is sponsored by Santa Barbara Parks and Recreation…read more Hundreds of people bring their blankets and a picnic to enjoy this free music concert series. The setting couldn't be more perfect, as it's located right on Cabrillo Boulevard along the beautiful Santa Barbara waterfront. The concerts go from 6:00-7:30 p.m. on Thursday nights in Chase Palm Park. Dogs are welcome on leash. Alcoholic beverages are not permitted in the park, but you will see many people drinking wine. There is a policeman walking around, but he turns a blind eye as long as no one is causing trouble. It's a relaxing way to enjoy our beautiful city, chill with friends, and listen to good live music.

Every summer I venture out to something we locals dub "concerts in the park"…read more aKa free fun with lots of people you love and hate to see in one place with great music and odd picnic etiquette Each week is a different band, all of which kick butt! Ranging from Stevie Nicks cover bands, to funk, to Cuban soul, you just never know what the week will bring. Besides the people you are with the two beat parts are the people watching (you will know what I mean when you go) AND the evening sunsets with the beach breeze. Can't get better than a free concert on a summer night in the American Riviera.

Absolutely love the Santa Barbara Bowl. Not only is it a beautiful venue, but the volunteers that…read morehelp out here are helpful and friendly every time! Check-in is easy but ladies make sure you bring a small sized purse or handbag. Check out their website for measurements. No backpacks or large bags allowed. There are several trolleys available to shuttle people up and down the hill if you're not able to make the trek. But, if you're able to walk up the hill, there's a bar located in the middle. You can grab a drink and hangout for a bit while surrounded by nature. There's also another bar at the very top of the bowl. The views are amazing and overlook the city. I love it during sunset. They offer a variety of food such as pizza, bbq, snacks and sweets. They hFor beverages it's beer, cider and wine unless you're VIP then they do offer hard liquor in that area. I've been to a lot of concerts here and there really isn't a bad seat. The acoustics are phenomenal! The only thing that sucks is the concert must end by 10pm. I recently attended the Earth, Wind and Fire concert and they didn't start until 8:15pm! That's cutting it pretty close, but they did put on an amazing show. I just wish they could perform longer. Seems like the recent shows like Carlos Santana and Diana Ross were very short concerts as well. So keep that in mind if you're coming to see an older band. Pro Tip: Get here earlier if you're driving and park a few blocks away for free! It's a nice easy stroll. Otherwise you'll pay $30 to park at SBHS or struggle to find free parking in the neighborhood. Overall, I love SB Bowl and it's one of my favorite venues to attend.

Beautiful Venue, But Poor Crowd Management. The staff at Santa Barbara Bowl were friendly and…read moreprofessional. Lines moved quickly, and they have a free trolley to take you up the hill to the venue. We purchased our tickets 3-months in advance. $300 for two seats to see Thee Sacred Souls and The Womack Sisters + $30 for parking (a 10-minute walk). Unfortunately, our night was ruined by people standing and dancing directly in front of us for over an hour during the main act. Despite politely asking twice, nothing changed, and with so many ushers present, it was disappointing that no one stepped in. Dancing is great, but there's plenty of space on the floor level for that. It shouldn't block seated guests' views. The seats themselves were small, cramped, and uncomfortable, with zero personal space (and I'm petite). While the venue's historic charm and outdoor setting are beautiful, the lack of seating comfort and poor crowd management made the night disappointing. Sadly, we won't be returning.

Yup, here's a great place to escape to when you don't want the world to find you, or if you need a…read morelate night drink and bites. Although I do tend to run into someone from high school, or encounter a long-lost crush. And all with exceptional bartenders, comfy and cozy spaces at the bar, outside seating or on one of the many comfy lounge chairs spread out around the Pool tables. And lots of action going on with their Pool League Night. It was fun to see the many games happening, and watching the different styles of players. They also had some tasty vittles being served up in the parking lot area. Had a nice Grilled Cheese and Pork Sandwich, which paired nicely with their extensive Beer-on-Tap collection. I remember when this location was a classic 7-11 in the 70's. Lots of fun memories of riding the Schwinn Sting Ray bike over for our daily Slurpees. Good times.

Local dive bar vibe that I always have a good time at…read more Servers are friendly and they get the drinks out fast. Bar tables, dim lighting, music, and decent sticks. Check them out when in the area.

Fig and Haley is technically CLOSED. But it's been absorbed…read moreby the SB Brewing Company and is effectively the same, but the SB Brew Co. now has a passage way in the back that connects the two spaces up. Just fyi.

Come try this little gem when you want to take a break from State Street. It's a roomy pool hall…read morethat looks like they could've squeezed in another table if they wanted but decided to let people have some room. The atmosphere was great, no one there seemed too "pro" to care that a couple of unskilled drunkards were taking turns at seeing who could suck the most. The pitchers were decently priced and it was great to see the tattooed bartender rocking out to Wu-Tang Clan while serving beer. Then again, this was Saturday afternoon. I'm not sure when all the pool players come out and make innocents their victims. Oh it can get kind of crowded, I'm not sure if calling ahead is encouraged (or possible) but make sure you have a backup plan incase this place is too packed.

Great Venue nice people Great place for Comedy or Music ..always a good time 700 seat theater…read morealways Fun

Didn't even get to see the show, but the customer service was enough to never want to return. Show…read morestarted at 8, we got there at 8:32 and were yelled at at the doors by one of the employees. Totally fine if we were too late to the show (a cover band, mind you) but to be spoken to in such a condescending way by that employee was beyond rude. We had a group of 7 that were ready to buy tickets, drinks, food, etc ... just to never want to return again.