
SBSFF 2023
We are taking over the historic Lobero Theatre in downtown Santa Barbara during their 150th anniversary! We’re stoked to showcase films from prominent filmmakers, talented up-and-comers, international legends & surfers from our local surf community! Join the fun and come hang out at our outdoor Block Party too! 🏄♀️ 🏄♂️
Friday and Saturday Tickets are on sale NOW!
Buy a VIP ticket for the best seats, access to our exclusive 21+ VIP area & free Block Party admission!
More locations= Double the fun!
Guests will have TWO Venues to soak up all the SBSFF action!
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FRI 6/9 & SAT 6/10
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Grom Program Saturday 10-12
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Buy a VIP ticket to get exclusive access to our 21+ VIP Lounge in the theatre courtyard.
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Tickets available online or at the Lobero
2. SBSFF Block Party: ( 115 E. Canon Perdido, Santa Barbara, CA )
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SAT 6/10 (12pm-8pm) - a community centered event featuring all day live-music, brand activations, vendors, artisan drinks and tasty treats!
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Show your Friday VIP, Saturday VIP or Grom Program Lobero ticket and get free entry!
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Tickets available for purchase on our website or day of at the Block Party entrance
In line with our mission to protect and conserve our oceans, we have partnered with three important and inspiring non-profits, Heal the Ocean, Surfrider Santa Barbara & The Surf Happens Foundation.
Mark your calendars, buy your tickets, and stay tuned for more info coming soon!
#SBSFF2023

LOBERO FILM
LINE UP
Friday
Saturday
6:00 pm
Curated Short Film Program
featuring:
"Water III" by Morgan Maassen, "Out of the Rafters" by Hunter Martinez, "Queens of the Break" by Jordyn Romero & Jo Anna Edmison, "Innocnts"by Sean Tully, "The Pusher" by Steve Olson, & "Grom Control to Major Mom" by Mikey Kampmann
7:00 pm
805 Films Presents "Mind Surfing: The Conner Coffin Story" directed by Keith Malloy
7:30 pm
"Free Ride" Presentation and Q&A with w/ Shaun Tomson, Victoria Delaney, & other special guests
8:00 pm
"Free Ride" directed by Bill Delaney
9:45 pm
Musical Performance by Glenn Annie
10:00am
Grom Program curated shorts featuring Surf Happens Rincon Classic Youth division winners, "Protect Your Ears" by Jason Baffa,
Waiakea presents "Forever Surfing Together As One" by Layne Stratton,
"Black like Plastic" by Graciela Cabello & Chris Ragland, "Cyanotyping with Oriana" by Lindsay Bauman, and
"Sendo" featuring Parker Coffin
1:00 pm
Skateboard film "Footy" by Erik Hatch
Short "JFEB" by Jeep
3:00 pm
World Premiere of "Rebirth the Kill "by Joshua Pomer
Short "Kilgar's Pivot" by Kilian Garland
4:30 pm
"The Allen Sarlo Super 8 Time Capsule"
Short "Standing on Water" by Tommy Corey
6:00 pm
Untitled (Big Sky Limited by Andrew Kidman)
7:30pm
"6 Pack" George Greenough
9:00pm
"Ground Swell: The Other Side of Fear" by Paul Taublieb
Narrated by Josh Brolin
Short "Balance" by Mike Bromley featuring LA kings player Alex Iafallo
TICKETS
FRIDAY 6/9/23
$46 GA
Advance Purchase
($56 Day-of Festival)
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includes GA entry for entire Friday Line-Up (first come, first serve seating)
$81 21+VIP
Advance Purchase
($106 Day-of Festival)
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includes VIP entry for all Friday screenings
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includes entry to the SBSFF 21+VIP Lounge
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(1) complimentary beverage in VIP Lounge
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(1) VIP swag bag
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Theater seating is first come, first serve early entry/preferred seating
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Includes entry to the SBSFF Block Party on Saturday, June 10th (across the street from the Lobero Theater - must show Friday VIP ticket purchase at the door)
** Ticket prices include a per ticket Lobero Facility Fee; other fees may also apply.

SATURDAY 6/10/23
$14 Grom Program
($14 Day- of Festival)
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includes GA entry for Grom Program (first come, first serve seating)
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Includes entry to the SBSFF Block Party
$26 GA
Advance Purchase
($31 Day-of Festival)
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includes GA entry for 1 screening (first come, first serve seating)
$106 21+VIP
Advance Purchase
($126 Day-of Festival)
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includes VIP entry for all Saturday screenings
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includes entry to the SBSFF 21+VIP Lounge (1:00pm-12:00am)
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(1) complimentary beverage in VIP Lounge
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(1) VIP swag bag
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Theater seating is first come, first serve early entry/preferred seating
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Includes entry to the SBSFF Block Party +1 free drink (across the street from the Lobero Theater - must show VIP ticket purchase at the door)
** Ticket prices include a per ticket Lobero Facility Fee; other fees may also apply.
$15 Block Party
Advance Purchase
($20 Day-of Festival)
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includes entry to the SBSFF Block Party (12:00 pm-8:00pm)
2023 FEATURED FILMS

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.
SURF FILM FESTIVAL
BLOCK PARTY!
115 E. Canon Perdido, Santa Barbara, CA
Come hang out at the outdoor Block Party from 12-8pm on Saturday 6/10! Listen to all day live-music and dj-sets, shop local vendors, experience brand activations, artisan drinks, and tasty treats! You won't want to miss out on the fun!
Tix to the Block Party coming soon or show your Friday VIP, Saturday VIP, or Grom Program Lobero ticket and get free entry!

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. The SBSFF Block Party will be at 117 E Canon Perdito, Santa Barbara, CA.
What are the dates/times of the SBSFF?
SBSFF 2023 is taking place on Friday, June 9th and Saturday June 10th.
Lobero Friday 6/9: 6pm-12 am Lobero Saturday 6/9:10am-12am
Blockparty Saturday:12-8pm
Where can I buy SBSFF tickets/passes?
Click the link on our website or head to the Lobero Box Office for movie tickets. Block Party tickets can be purchased through our website.
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?
Yes food & drinks will be available for purchase at our block party 6/10! We partner with local business food & beverage exhibitors. We will have alcoholic & non-alcoholic beverage options, Must be 21+ to consume alcohol. Be prepared to show ID.
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 21+VIP zone.
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