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Visiting The Lobero: what to know before you go
33 East Canon Perdido Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, United States
The Lobero is a theatre building in Santa Barbara, open since 1873, with room for about 604 people.
Of the 8 upcoming shows with a published time, 63% start at 7:30 PM – plan to arrive a little earlier for security and the cloakroom.
Most dates fall on Friday and Sunday.
The busiest month ahead is November 2026, with 3 dates.
2 public transport stops are within walking distance (Bus stop); the nearest is Ventura County Transportation Commission-Anapamu at Chapala (MTD Transit Center), 330 m away.
Key facts
- Type of venue
- Theatre building
- Capacity
- 604
- Opened
- 1873
- Address
- 33 East Canon Perdido Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, United States
- Upcoming events
- 10
- Usual start time
- 7:30 PM
- Busiest days
- Friday, Sunday
The Lobero, month by month
- November 20263 dates, including Opera Santa Barbara: Rigoletto, John Craigie and Choir! Choir! Choir!
- January 20271 date, including Jesse Cook
- February 20272 dates, including History That Doesn't Suck With Professor Greg Jackson and Opera Santa Barbara: The Barber of Seville
- March 20271 date, including Joan Osborne w/ Christian McBride Band
- April 20273 dates, including Opera Santa Barbara: Riders of the Purple Sage and Rising Appalachia with Paper Wings
Ticket prices
What the programme holds: Plays & Musicals (5) and Concerts (5).
Arriving by public transport
- Ventura County Transportation Commission-Anapamu at Chapala (MTD Transit Center)Bus stop330 m
4 min walk - Santa Barbara Metropolitan Transit District-Transit CenterBus stop340 m
4 min walk
Arriving by car
4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 70 m from the venue.
Next events at The Lobero
Nov19Thu
Nov28Sat
Jan22Fri
Other venues near The Lobero
- Arlington Theatre1.1 km · 11 dates
- Granada Theatre510 m · 5 dates
- Soho Restaurant & Music Club210 m · 3 dates
The Lobero: practical questions
How many people fit in The Lobero?
The Lobero has a capacity of about 604; the figure for a given show depends on its layout.
When did The Lobero open?
The Lobero opened in 1873.
What time do shows start at The Lobero?
Usually at 7:30 PM (63% of the upcoming shows with a published time). Check your ticket for the exact time.
What is the nearest stop to The Lobero?
Ventura County Transportation Commission-Anapamu at Chapala (MTD Transit Center) (Bus stop), 330 m away – about 4 min on foot.
Can I park near The Lobero?
Yes, 4 car parks are mapped nearby, the closest 70 m away.
What kind of events does The Lobero host?
Upcoming dates by category: Plays & Musicals (5) and Concerts (5).
Which month has the most events at The Lobero?
November 2026, with 3 dates, including Opera Santa Barbara: Rigoletto and John Craigie.
Which other venues are close to The Lobero?
Arlington Theatre (1.1 km) and Granada Theatre (510 m).
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