JACKALOPE ART FAIR 2026 – VOLUNTEERS WANTED
The Santa Barbara Art Association will be participating in the Jackalope Art Fair at Alameda Park on July 11–12, 2026, and we invite our members to join us.
Jackalope is one of Santa Barbara’s largest outdoor art and handmade goods festivals, bringing thousands of visitors to Alameda Park over the course of the weekend.
This year, SBAA will host an interactive community art booth featuring:
• Name This Thing – visitors create titles for artworks on display
• For People With Opinions – visitors share interpretations, comments, and reactions to artwork
• Doodle Swap – a simple drawing exchange where visitors leave a doodle and adopt one from someone else
We are looking for volunteers willing to sign up for 1–2 hour shifts to help welcome visitors, explain activities, and represent SBAA throughout the weekend.
Members are encouraged to bring framed artwork and business cards during their shifts.
Whether you can help for an hour, assist with setup or takedown, or spend an afternoon meeting visitors and fellow artists, we would love to have you involved.
Event Details
July 11–12, 2026
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Alameda Park, Santa Barbara
Interested in participating?
Please contact Olga Bologo at:
Volunteer signup deadline: June 11, 2026.
“Submissions are now open for Collected Voices, SBAA’s upcoming summer exhibition at the Voice Gallery in La Cumbre Plaza. View the full prospectus and submit online at https://showsubmit.com/show/sbaa-members-only-juried-show-2026
The Santa Barbara Art Association is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) with a community of over 400 artists working across a wide range of media. You can find our members’ original artwork at local venues including Gallery 113, Building 1919 St Street Art Space, The Voice and the Faulkner Gallery at the Santa Barbara Public Library.
Founded more than 60 years ago, SBAA continues to welcome new artists through a juried membership process held twice a year. (See “How to Join” and “History” under the Information tab.)
The Santa Barbara Art Association (SBAA) remains committed to fostering the creative growth of local youth, staying true to its mission of nurturing the next generation of artists. This year, SBAA proudly donated $5,000 to the Visual Arts and Design Academy (VADA) to help provide art supplies for talented students discovering and developing their artistic voices.
“After visiting VADA and seeing the incredible creative environment, we knew this was the perfect way to support young artists,” shared Terry Wimmer, SBAA President.
SBAA looks forward to continuing this partnership and finding new opportunities each year to help young creatives thrive.
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SBAA Phone: (805) 963-1026
Email: SBAAdata@aol.com
Address: P. O. BOX 61642
Santa Barbara, CA 93160
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