Sunset Sessions at The Band Shell

Students are back in school. Both Concerts in the Park at Chase Palm and the Stow House’s Music at the Ranch have come to a close, as will UCSB A&L’s summer film series after Friday. But wait! Free weekly outdoor events will still be happening in the September section of summer, courtesy of a new series from Santa Barbara’s Parks and Recreation Department. The free family-friendly entertainment takes place at the recently renovated Plaza del Mar Band Shell in Pershing Park across from West Beach (and Los Baños pool) every Thursday – all month long.

The four performances span various genres, beginning with an acoustic concert by local singer-songwriters Carly Powers and Will Breman on September 4, followed by a performance of Wisdom of the Elders by Boxtales Theatre Company on September 11. Gunpowder Poetry Group provides poetry and short story readings on September 18, and the series closes with stand-up comedy sets by Don’t Tell Comedy, which brings locals and LA comics to various spots around town. 

All the events run 6-7:30 pm (please note: the 9/25 event runs from 7-8pm) – the same as Parks and Rec’s popular Concerts in the Park – and the same rules apply: lawn chairs, blankets and picnicking are encouraged, but alcohol, smoking and vaping are prohibited. As at Chase Palm, food will also be available for purchase. Plaza del Mar Band Shell is at 100 Castillo St., right where Castillo meets Cabrillo. 

Call (805) 564-5573 or visit https://tinyurl.com/SunsetAtSBBandshell