The Ultimate Guide to
Kid-Friendly Santa Barbara
Welcome to Santa Barbara With Kids
This is your trusted guide to kid-friendly activities, events, and local resources in Santa Barbara and Montecito. Whether you're looking for parks with shade, family-friendly events this weekend, swim lessons, or the best things to do in Santa Barbara with kids, you're in the right place.
We’re sharing real recommendations to help families explore, connect, and enjoy Santa Barbara without the endless scrolling. From toddler play spaces to music classes and seasonal festivals, this site makes it easy to plan meaningful experiences for your family.
Things to Do with Kids in Santa Barbara
From beach days to museums, playgrounds, and hidden gems, discover the best things to do in Santa Barbara with kids. We’ve curated top family-friendly attractions, outdoor adventures, and local favorites that make exploring with little ones fun and easy. Whether you're a local or visiting for the weekend, these are the spots worth adding to your list.
Local Resources for Parents
Need a great preschool, a trusted kids' therapist, or a mom group that actually meets? Our Parent Resources guide connects Santa Barbara families to everything from parenting support and wellness providers to fitness classes with childcare and preschools near you. It is all here, with real recommendations from local families.
Family-Friendly Events in Santa Barbara
Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Our Kids Events calendar is updated weekly with storytimes, concerts, seasonal festivals, and local happenings for children of all ages. Find out what is going on in Santa Barbara and Montecito without the last-minute Googling.
LOCAL SPOTLIGHT
OPENCOURT SANTA BARBARA
OpenCourt is Santa Barbara’s neighborhood tennis club, offering high-quality youth tennis clinics for every age and skill level. From fun, foundational classes for beginners to advanced training for competitive players, OpenCourt makes tennis accessible, affordable, and community-driven. Led by former pro and UCSB coach Garrett Patton, all programs are designed to help kids build confidence, skills, and a lifelong love for the game—no club membership required.required.
FEATURED EVENT
STORYTIME WITH GODMOTHERS
This Saturday, January 25th, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM, Godmothers invites little ones and their families to a cozy storytime in their Kids Corner! Enjoy a selection of favorite books—both new and timeless classics—in a warm and welcoming space. This sweet event is hosted by Godmothers and is perfect for sparking a love of reading. Make sure to stop by and join the fun
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