The 805's Popup Gayborhood and a West Coast Queer Destination

Thursday - Sunday
October 5 - 8
Santa Barbara, CA
@sbprideandjoy

SB Pride & Joy is powered by ColorBloq.org and our community of supporters & allies. Color Bloq is a nonprofit organization committed to amplifying voices and changing narratives for queer & trans people of color since 2016.

With Gratitude to Our Sponsors

Change Makers
Community partners
community supporters
With additional contributions from

Community partners and sponsors, support LGBTQ+ joy by reaching out: pride@colorbloq.org

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Joy is Our Organizing Principle

Joy is our North Star for culturally competent programming.

It is how we are creating conversations around mental health and wellbeing.

It is how we are facilitating community connections and empowerment.

It is how we are improving access to nature and engagement on climate and conservation.

It is how we are elevating the voices of our young people and serving the needs of our elders.

It is how we are acknowledging the identities and experiences missing from conventional LGBTQ+ discussions, organizations, and work of creating change.

It is why we are encouraging our community to take this weekend to participate, but also to just simply rest.

Joy is how we are getting through a world aligned against us, imagining and worldbuilding toward something new.

We dare to joy in order to get free.

Want to Get Involved?

Volunteer
Queer people and allies to support our official programs.
Exhibit
Queer youth painters, mixed-media and visual artists.
Perform
Queer youth dancers, musicians, and performing artists.
Contact us at pride@colorbloq.org

Tickets

All official event tickets proceeds go directly to our performers and partners who help us create this safe and celebratory space for SBP&J.
“Joy is a Community Responsibility” Panel Discussion
$25 donation for admission
$5 donation for admission with school ID
Good VBZ Brunch & Day Party
$25 donation includes plate, 1 drink, and admission
$15 donation includes regular admission (no brunch)
Cafecito con Chisme
$15 donation includes coffee, pan dulce, and breakfast
$10 donation includes coffee (no food)
Nightlife
No advance tickets; check each venue on each night.

Merchandise

Show your pride and joy with our official SBP&J shirts! All proceeds go to paying our performers and partners.
View Merch Page

Official Pride & Joy Event Schedule

Thursday, Oct 5th
The Worldbuilding Youth Arts Exhibit Reception
5pm to 9pm
The Museum of Contemporary Art
Reception at 5pm, artist showcase 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Learn More
College Pride Night
9pm to 2am
EOS Lounge
Featuring Vivian Storm
Learn More
Backstage
10pm - 1:30am
Latin and Caribbean beats
Learn More
Friday, Oct 6th
Joy is a Community Responsibility: A Panel Discussion
5pm to 7:30pm
Marjorie Luke Theatre
Reception at 5pm, discussion begins at 5:45pm
Learn More
The Worldbuilding Youth Arts Exhibit
11am - 6pm
Open exhibit at The Museum of Contemporary Art
Learn More
Unbearable
6pm - 12am
Big gay bar for the weekend (bar opens at 3pm)
Learn More
EOS Lounge
10pm - 2am
Hip-Hop and R&B by DJ Möscöné featuring Sheba, Trebion Prince, and D Williams
Learn More
Backstage
11pm - 2am
Latin & Carribean beats by DJ La Femme Papi, with Vivian Storm

The Big Drag Show 11pm - 12:30am with Vivian Storm, Angel D’Mon, Tila Pia, Cooper the Queen, Melina, and Hershii LicQour-Jete
Learn More
The Wildcat Lounge
10pm - 2am
All of your musical faves all weekend (bar opens at 4pm)
Music by DJ Suz, DJ Sweetest Threat
Featuring Tila Pia
Learn More
Saturday, Oct 7th
Wear pink all day to show your Pride & Joy!
Cafécito con Chisme
9am - 1pm
At Dart Coffee Garden. Breakfast provided by Sazon Latino. Pan Dulce from La Bella Rosa. Featuring healing spaces, a photobooth, and a special performance by Lady J Monroe.
Learn More
The Worldbuilding Youth Arts Exhibit
11am - 6pm
Open exhibit at The Museum of Contemporary Art
Learn More
A Brunch in Paradise Kickback presented by Good VBZ
11am - 5pm
Hip-Hop and R&B beats by Möscöné and DJ Sweetest Threat, with Vivian Storm, Hershii LicQour-Jete, Tila Pia, D Williams, and Trebion Prince
Soul Food brunch by Soul Bites
Learn More
Unbearable
6pm - 1am
Big gay bar for the weekend (bar opens at 1pm), with Melina and Sheba
Learn More
The Wildcat Lounge
6pm - 2am
All of your musical faves all weekend (bar opens at 4pm)
Music by DJ Suz, DJ Sweetest Threat
Featuring Tila Pia, Sheba, and D Williams
Learn More
EOS Lounge
10pm - 2am
Hip-Hop and R&B beats by DJ Sweetest Threat, with Vivian Storm and Hershii LiqCour-Jete.
Learn More
Backstage
10pm - 2am
Latin & Caribbean beats by DJ La Femme Papi featuring Angel D'mon, Melina, and Trebion Prince
Learn More
Sunday, Oct 8th
The Worldbuilding Youth Arts Exhibit
11am - 6pm
Open exhibit at The Museum of Contemporary Art
Learn More
Glitter Brunch: Pride & Joy Edition
11am - 2:30pm
The Wildcat
Beats by DJ Suz, with Vivian Storm, Angel D’Mon, Melina, and Samara Paris Sin, plus Trébion Prince and D Williams
Learn More
Unbearable
6pm - 11pm
Big gay bar for the weekend (bar opens at 1pm)
Learn More
The Wildcat Lounge
6pm - 2am
All of your musical faves all weekend
Learn More

Official
Pride & Joy Events

Day Events - All ages
Joy is a Community Responsibility Panel Discussion - Marjorie Luke Theater
Cafecito con Chisme - Dart Cafe
Day Events - 21+
Glitter Brunch: Pride & Joy Edition - The Wildcat Lounge
Good VBZ Presents: A Brunch in Paradise Kickback - EOS Lounge
Night Events
Pop, Top 40, and classic faves - Wildcat Lounge
Latin & Caribbean beats - Backstage
Hip Hop and R&B - EOS Lounge
The big gay bar for the weekend - Unbearable
View on Google Maps

The 805 Popup Gayborhood

Over the entire Pride & Joy weekend this constellation of safe spaces, arts & culture, and educational events all across the Downtown Santa Barbara area.

Participating Establishments
Pura Luna Apothecary
Hook & Press Donuts
Cutler’s Artisan Spirits
Santa Barbara Public Library
The Crafters Library
Dune Coffee Roasters
Multimodal Lab @SBCC
View on Google MapsJoin the Gayborhood!

Downtown Santa Barbara, Join the 805 Popup Gayborhood!

Whether you want to get involved or just show your support, there’s plenty of ways your business, organization, or group can participate and help spread Pride & Joy!

Get Involved

Central Coast Pride Month Joint Statement

We brought the 805’s queer organizations together for a powerful joint message.

Read the Statement
Watch news coverage from the 805’s ABC network affiliate, or read more below.
View the Full Article

Discounts for Travelers

Three local hotels have generously offered a discounted rate for Santa Barbara Pride & Joy.

Hotel Milo
15% off standard rates for the Hotel Milo when you book with the below link for SBPJ. Ensure the code “JOYSB” is entered when you check out. Learn more
Book Now
Beachside Inn
15% off standard rates for the Beachside Inn when you book with the below link for SBPJ. Learn more
Book Now
Mason Beach Inn
10% off standard rates at the Mason Beach Inn when you book with the below link for SBPJ. Learn more
Book Now

Coming from out of town?

We’ve created a helpful breakdown of traveling options and also some highlights of what to see about town—from real Santa Barbarians.

View the Guide

Meet the Table

This is the group of dedicated queer & trans BIPOC who form the primary planning committee for SB Pride & Joy.

Vivian Storm
Black life & leadership coach, and drag performance artist
Read Vivian's Bio
Chief Esparza
Mexican non-binary cofounder and executive director
Read Chief's Bio
René García Hernández
First-gen undocu-queer educator and nonprofit leader
Read René's Bio
Carlos Mendez
Queer Latinx educator and drag performer
Read Carlos' Bio

The Case for Joy

Background and context that explain the critical need for SB Pride & Joy.

Read More

The 805's Popup Gayborhood and a West Coast Queer Destination

Thursday - Sunday
October 5 - 8
Santa Barbara, CA
@sbprideandjoy
Help us create community, all tickets and donations are tax-deductible through our secure Act-Blue link.

SB Pride & Joy is powered by ColorBloq.org and our community of supporters & allies. Color Bloq is a nonprofit organization committed to amplifying voices and changing narratives for queer & trans people of color since 2016.

With Gratitude to Our Sponsors

Changemakers
Community partners
Community supporters
With additional contributions from

Community partners and sponsors, support LGBTQ+ joy by reaching out: pride@colorbloq.org

Find some joy in your inbox

Get announcements and special information before anyone else in the Pride & Joy newsletter:
* indicates required
Thank you! Your submission has been received!
Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.

Joy is Our Organizing Principle

Joy is our North Star for culturally competent programming.

It is how we are creating conversations around mental health and wellbeing.

It is how we are facilitating community connections and empowerment.

It is how we are improving access to nature and engagement on climate and conservation.

It is how we are elevating the voices of our young people and serving the needs of our elders.

It is how we are acknowledging the identities and experiences missing from conventional LGBTQ+ discussions, organizations, and work of creating change.

It is why we are encouraging our community to take this weekend to participate, but also to just simply rest.

Joy is how we are getting through a world aligned against us, imagining and worldbuilding toward something new.

We dare to joy in order to get free.

Want to Get Involved?

Volunteer
Queer people and allies to support our official programs.
Sign Up
Exhibit
Queer youth painters, mixed-media and visual artists. Learn More
Perform
Queer youth dancers, musicians, and performing artists.
Contact us at pride@colorbloq.org

Tickets

All official event tickets proceeds go directly to our performers and partners who help us create this safe and celebratory space for SBP&J.
“Joy is a Community Responsibility” Panel Discussion
$25 donation for admission
$5 donation for admission with school ID
Good VBZ Brunch & Day Party
$25 donation includes plate, 1 drink, and admission
$15 donation includes regular admission (no brunch)
Cafecito con Chisme
$15 donation includes coffee, pan dulce, and breakfast
$10 donation includes coffee (no food)
Nightlife
No advance tickets; check each venue on each night.
All-Access Bracelets
Official wristbands covers the entry fee at all official events plus more VIP perks and special partner benefits. All proceeds go to our performers and partners.

Merchandise

Show your pride and joy with our official SBP&J shirts! All proceeds go to paying our performers and partners.
View Merch Page

Join us on Friday night at Backstage for The Big Drag Show!

featuring
Hershii LiqCour-Jete, Vivian Storm, Tila Pia, Angel D’mon, Cooper The Queen, Melina, with DJ La Femme Papi
At Backstage. Showtime 11pm

Official Pride & Joy Event Schedule

Thursday, Oct 5th
9pm - 2am
College Pride Night
EOS Lounge
Featuring Vivian Storm
Friday, Oct 6th
11am - 6pm
The Worldbuilding Youth Arts Exhibit
Open exhibit at The Museum of Contemporary Art
5pm - 7:30pm
Joy is a Community Responsibility: A Panel Discussion
Marjorie Luke Theatre
Reception at 5pm, discussion begins at 5:45pm.
3pm - 2am
Bars & Nightlife
Hop from The Wildcat (Pop and Modern Faves), EOS Lounge (Hip-Hop and R&B), Backstage (Latin & Caribbean), and Unbearable (Throwbacks and More). DJs, Drag Shows, Dancers — we got all that for you here!
Sunday, Oct 8th
11am - 2:30pm
Glitter Brunch: Pride & Joy Edition
The Wildcat
Beats by DJ Suz, with Vivian Storm, Angel D’Mon, Melina, and Samara Paris Sin, plus Trébion Prince and D Williams
11am - 6pm
The Worldbuilding Youth Arts Exhibit
Open exhibit at The Museum of Contemporary Art
1pm - 2am
Bars & Nightlife
Hop from The Wildcat (Pop and Modern Faves), EOS Lounge (Hip-Hop and R&B), Backstage (Latin & Caribbean), and Unbearable (Throwbacks and More). DJs, Drag Shows, Dancers — we got all that for you here!
Official Pride & Joy Events
Day Events - All ages
Joy is a Community Responsibility Panel Discussion -  Marjorie Luke Theater
Cafecito con Chisme - Dart Cafe
Day Events - 21+
Glitter Brunch: Pride & Joy Edition - The Wildcat Lounge
Good VBZ Presents: A Brunch in Paradise Kickback - EOS Lounge
Night Events
Pop, Top 40, and classic faves - Wildcat Lounge
Latin & Caribbean beats - Backstage
Hip Hop and R&B - EOS Lounge
The big gay bar for the weekend - Unbearable
View on Google Maps
The 805 Gayborhood Map
Pura Luna Apothecary
Hook & Press Donuts
Cutler’s Artisan Spirits
Santa Barbara Public Library
The Crafters Library
Dune Coffee Roasters
Multimodal Lab @SBCC
View on Google MapsJoin the Gayborhood!

Downtown Santa Barbara, Join the 805 Popup Gayborhood!

Whether you want to get involved or just show your support, there’s plenty of ways your business, organization, or group can participate and help spread Pride & Joy!

Get Involved

Central Coast Pride Month Joint Statement

We brought the 805’s queer organizations together for a powerful joint message.

Read the Statement
Watch news coverage from the 805’s ABC network affiliate, or read more below.
View the Full Article

Discounts for Travelers

Three local hotels have generously offered a discounted rate for Santa Barbara Pride & Joy.

Hotel Milo
15% off standard rates for the Hotel Milo when you book with the below link for SBPJ. Ensure the code “JOYSB” is entered when you check out. Learn more
Book Now
Beachside Inn
15% off standard rates for the Beachside Inn when you book with the below link for SBPJ. Learn more
Book Now
Mason Beach Inn
10% off standard rates at the Mason Beach Inn when you book with the below link for SBPJ. Learn more
Book Now

Coming from out of town?

We’ve created a helpful breakdown of traveling options and also some highlights of what to see about town—from real Santa Barbarians.

View the Guide

Meet the Table

This is the group of dedicated queer & trans BIPOC who form the primary planning committee for SB Pride & Joy.

The Case for Joy

Background and context that explain the critical need for SB Pride & Joy.

Read More