

MAY DAY, May 2nd: Welcome Spring with singing, dancing, twining ribbons ‘round the maypole, and so much more! We’ll have flowers to make posies, group dancing, guest musicians, and bagpipes! Join us in revelry and merriment as we celebrate the sunshine and the season!
Saturday, May 2nd, 11:00am
Paseo Nuevo Mall, De la Guerra Place (between State Street and Paseo Nuevo Cinemas)
EQUINOX CONCERT, Mid-September: Enjoy an afternoon of al fresco entertainment, with melodious music in an appealing ambiance. A talented group of vocalists and instrumentalists join our Music Director for an eclectic program ranging from Irish and Mexican selections to English ballads, carols, and art songs from the past 800 years, highlighting the vast range of traditional music embraced by Revels.
HARBOR SING, Mid-October: In the tradition of Revels’ popular Pub Sings, when everyone is invited to join rollicking music- making, our Harbor Sing is designed for singing, clapping, and laughing. We highlight sea shanties, traditional tunes, folk songs, and everyone’s Irish favorites. Enjoy a special sunset and congenial companions.
THE CHRISTMAS REVELS, Mid-December: Join us in celebration of the Winter Solstice with a fully staged, elaborately costumed, full-length theatrical production with music, dance, and drama, as well as story-telling and seasonal rituals.
JOIN US AND BE JOYOUS!
MAY DAY: Saturday, May 2nd, 11:00am
REVELS CHORUS AUDITIONS: Late August
EQUINOX CONCERT: Mid-September
HARBOR SING: Mid-October
THE CHRISTMAS REVELS: Mid-December
Banner photo by Heidi Bergseteren, 2024

THE CHRISTMAS REVELS: Mystical visitors from the East – the Sun, Moon, and Stars – visit a mythical village somewhere in Europe, bringing vibrant color, music, and story along with a glimpse of life and a world view unimagined by these simple folks. Hearts and minds are opened to a new perspective and the light of a New Year is restored.
More photos from the show will be here soon.


Santa Barbara Revels celebrates a diverse range of cultural traditions by blending music, dance and storytelling in our staged celebrations of the Winter Solstice and other seasons.

We present a number of public events throughout the year. From concerts like Equinox to more informal community pub-sings, there is always an upcoming Revels happening.

The highlight of our season is The Christmas Revels, a joyful theatrical celebration of the winter solstice that travels the world each year showcasing cultural traditions including music, dance, and folktales.