New Festival Brings Eight Venues Together in Santa Barbara

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (KEYT) -  A new one-day festival using existing venues in Santa Barbara is expected to energize the night time music scene and help to revive downtown.

"State Fest" is set for April 4th from 6:00pm to 2:00am.

It is a chance for participants to build their own festival experience. Promoters say it will included eight venues, 12 stages, and over 30 artists.

Cover charges will range from free to $15. There is also an all access option.

Performers will include False Puppet, DJ Darla Bea, Wyatt Earp, The Coveralls and many other local bands and DJ's.

This gives the venues a chance to connect and share music fans throughout the eight-hour event.

This also creates an event without having to put up fences, pay for additional security or go through a lengthy permit process.

For more information go to: State Fest

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