5th Annual Festival
September 26-27, 2025
Thanks to our SURF COMMUNITY and SPONSORS for 5 years of Support!
The stoke is definitely alive!
Wow us with your creativity! FILMMAKERS are invited to submit their surfing and ocean-centric films to be considered by our judges. Selected films will be shown on the big screen at the historic LOBERO THEATRE on Sept 26th or 27th.
#SBSFF2025 is accepting Film Submissions until June 1, 2025.
Click below to see the rules and to submit your film!
GOOD LUCK!
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Featured Non-Profits
From capping leaking oil-wells to Styrofoam recycling and cleanup orders, HTO is a non- profit organization that fights for a cleaner Ocean for all. Heal the Ocean focuses on wastewater infrastructure - sewers and septic systems - as well as Ocean dumping practices that have contributed to Ocean pollution. We are focused on Santa Barbara County, but our methods are now serving as a model for other coastal communities across the country.
Surfrider works to keep the oceans in Santa Barbara and the surrounding community clean by doing clean ups, working with restaurants to make them more sustainable, informing the community on how to be more environmentally friendly, weekly ocean water testing, and raising money for resources that make being environmentally friendly in Santa Barbara easier.
The Surf Happens Foundation raises funds to provide scholarships and free surf programs to deserving youngsters in partnership with Surf Happens Surf School. Improving lives by sharing the joy of surfing and inspiring ocean stewardship. We strive to build a natural connection to the sea for every person we teach - and we create the foundation for a healthy lifestyle. We believe human beings must be stewards of our environment and we our students to respect and protect our natural resources.
SBSFF Know Before You Go
Where is the SBSFF being held?
The Santa Barbara Surf Film Festival is taking place at the Lobero Theatre 33 E Canon Perdido St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101.
What are the dates/times of the SBSFF?
SBSFF 2025 is taking place on Friday, September 26,2025 & Saturday, September 27,2025
Where can I buy SBSFF tickets/passes?
Click the link on our website or head to the Lobero Box Office for movie tickets.
Where can I pick up my SBSFF tickets/passes?
Passes can be picked up at the Lobero Box office
Will there be food/drink at the SBSFF?
The Lobero Theatre has concessions open during all screenings & if you have a VIP ticket you have the option to purchase SBSFF special drinks & treats in the Apres Surf VIP after party.
We will have alcoholic & non-alcoholic beverage options, Must be 21+ to consume alcohol. Be prepared to show ID.
What should I bring to the SBSFF?
No oversized bags are allowed. No outside food or drink are allowed in the venue. The following articles are not allowed inside the venue: audio/video recording devices, lawn chairs, alcoholic beverages, firearms, pets, smoking, skateboards, bicycles, scooters, and skates.
What if I misplace or forget to bring my SBSFF tickets/passes?
Please email santabarbarasurffilmfestival@gmail.com before 3:00PM on the day of the festival or allow extra time to request new tickets at the venue box office. VIP wristbands will not be replaced if lost.
What if I lose something at the SBSFF?
Please check with our event staff at the Lobero box office.
Is the venue ADA accessible?
The Lobero Theatre is ADA accessible and we have seating accommodations for all screenings that are ADA accessible. If you need to make prior arrangements with us please contact us at SantaBarbaraSurfFilmFestival@gmail.com
