Press

Join us for our inaugural year featuring Walter Mosley, Kim Michele Richardson, Susan Orlean, Chris Whitaker, Steven Rowley Ann Liang, Ariel Sullivan, Katherine Stewart, Paula McLain, Danielle Trussoni, Shannon Watts, Tod Goldberg, Roda Ahmed, Romina Garber, Beatrice Dixon, Mike Bender, Daniel Humm, Stuart Gibbs, Morgan Matson, Pete Oswald, Justina Blakeney, Dawn Tripp, Faith Phillips, Lolá Ákínmádé Åkerström, Jane Borden, Chelsey Goodan, Edward Humes, and more.

PARKING PASS

Parking Pass - a one time - $5 - per day “Donation”: will get you all day parking in the downtown parking garage City Lot 6 (Granada Garage) and Lot 7 (Library garage). Present this pass upon departure from the garage and it will act as a validation.

Pick up pass 9am-5pm at Santa Barbara Downtown Library Plaza

Once purchase through the link your name will be added to the list for pickup

A Literary Festival For All

Centered in beautiful downtown Santa Barbara, the Festival features, Keynote speakers, panels, and workshops for authors and book lovers alike.

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Location

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The SBLF is a walkable experience as attendees gather at iconic venues hosting the festival.

Downtown Santa Barbara

SBLF panels, workshops, keynotes, and pop-ups activate local businesses and cultural institutions across beautiful downtown Santa Barbara.
La Arcada

We’re thrilled to be partnering with the iconic La Arcada Plaza as a Cornerstone Partner for workshops, panels, activations, and more.
The Canary Hotel

Workshops, panels, and VIP events will be held at the Kimpton Canary Hotel, Downtown Santa Barbara’s premier boutique luxury hotel. The Canary is our Hospitality Partner and SBLF guests receive 10% discount on their stay. Sign up to our newsletter for this exclusive offer.
The CEC Hub

Located in the heart of the Arts District, the CEC Hub will serve as a dynamic venue for both intimate workshops and wide-ranging panels.
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Court House Distillery

Get your literary groove on at the Court House Distillery that’s hosting our Saturday night no-host cocktail hour along with other exciting events.
Alhecama Theatre

The Alhecama Theatre is a historic city landmark built in the 1920s as part of an arts school
Unitarian Church

We returned to this historical landmark for our keynotes and panels. Enjoy the gorgeous outdoor patio between events for book signings, coffee, and more.

Become Part of the Festival as an Author or Storyteller

We would love to consider having you be a part of our wildly diverse and inclusive festival. Please note due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to every applicant, but we will do our best.

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