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Santa Barbara International Film Festival is a premier showcase of global cinema on California’s Central Coast. Since 1986, the 11-day celebration fills downtown Santa Barbara’s historic venues, including the Arlington Theatre, with buzzworthy premieres, filmmaker Q&As, industry panels and red-carpet tributes. From the Maltin Modern Master Award to the Montecito, Virtuosos and Outstanding Performer of the Year honors, SBIFF brings Oscar-season contenders and rising voices into intimate conversation with fans. Beyond the spotlight, the festival invests in education through programs like Mike’s Field Trip to the Movies and the 10-10-10 Student Competition, nurturing the next generation of storytellers. Whether you’re chasing world premieres or craft-deep panels, SBIFF turns moviegoing into a week of discovery.
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Santa Barbara International Film Festival Tour Dates and Ticket Prices
Santa Barbara International Film Festival Tour Dates will be displayed below for any announced 2026 Santa Barbara International Film Festival tour dates. For all available tickets and to find shows near you, scroll to the listings at the top of this page.
DATE | CITY | VENUE | LOWEST PRICE |
02/11/2026 | Santa Barbara, CA | Arlington Theatre | $97 |