Wharf Wednesday Concert line up

As a follow on from last years 150th anniversary, Stearns Wharf merchants will hold Wharf Wednesdays on the first Wednesday of each month through October. Live music: Out of the Blue April 5th 4:00 – 6:00PM King Bee May 3rd 4:00 – 6:00 PM Do No Harm Band June 7th 6:00 – 8:00 PM Double … Read more

Scavenger Hunt

The Sea Center will host a scavenger hunt from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Kids and adults are invited to enjoy the fun and search for answers in the history-themed hunt that will take you all over Stearns Wharf. A special ocean-related prize awaits those who complete the quest. Back to the 150th Anniversary page

Saturday, October 8th Stearns Wharf to Celebrate 150th Anniversary

Stearns Wharf is more than a nice place to watch boats or fish, it’s a structure that changed the face of Santa Barbara-literally. 150 years ago, Santa Barbara, being surrounded by mountains, was an isolated pueblo. There were no roads into town, there was no railroad. When John Peck Stearns built the wharf in 1872 … Read more

Events

Wharf and City Winter sunset

 


Do No Harm Band
Do No Harm Band

Wharf Wednesday Concert to feature Do No Harm Band on June 7th 6:00 – 8:00 PM


Double Wide Kings
Double Wide Kings

Wharf Wednesday Concert to feature Double Wide Kings on July 5th 6:00 – 8:00 PM


Tequila Mockingbird Band
Tequila Mockingbird Band

Wharf Wednesday Concert to feature Tequila Mockingbird Band on August 2nd 6:00 – 8:00 PM


The Academy rock band
The Academy Rock Band

Wharf Wednesday Concert to feature The Academy Rock Band on September 6th 4:00 – 6:00 PM


Down Mountain Lights
Down Mountain Lights

Wharf Wednesday Concert to feature Down Mountain Lights on October 4th 4:00 – 6:00 PM


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Sea Center

Open Daily 10:00 AM–5:00 PM For more details on Hours and Tickets…

HISTORY OF STEARNS WHARF

  Stearns Wharf, the oldest working wood wharf in California, was built in 1872 by John Peck Stearns to facilitate the transfer of cargo and people from ships to shore. In 1925, the State of California, conveyed the Tidelands and the Harbor area to the City to be held in trust for certain priority uses … Read more

Testimonials

Read about reviews from our visitors. We appreciate each and every one.   Read Diana D.‘s review of Stearns Wharf on Yelp Read Diana D.‘s review of Stearns Wharf on Yelp Review of Stearns Wharf, from Yelp Read Daniel J.‘s review of Stearns Wharf on Yelp Read Susan L.‘s review of Stearns Wharf on Yelp … Read more

Stearns Wharf Pet Policy

Dogs are allowed Stearns Wharf and there are rules/laws/regulations that govern animals and/or dogs. Most of the laws are common among municipalities. For example, dogs must be on a leash, less than 6′ in length, the dog must always be under the immediate control of the owner, you must clean up after your dog, and … Read more

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