Backyard Brunch 2026

Saturday April 18, 2026 | 12—3:30pm

at Rancho La Patera and Stow House
  • Family Friendly
  • All Ages
  • Supports Local Journalism
  • Live Music
  • Delicious Brunch Bites & Sips
  • Lawn Games and Interactive Tables
Early Bird General Admission Ticket
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Brunch for a cause and snag a discounted price with our Early Bird Ticket! Enjoy Backyard Brunch from 12 - 3:30pm at the historic Rancho La Patera & Stow House in Goleta. Enjoy Local Sips & Bites, live music, lawn games, and more!
$60.00
with fees $65.83
On sale Thursday, 3/12 at 12am.
Student Ticket
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Brunch for a cause in style with our Student Ticket (Valid Student ID required). Your student ticket includes transportation from Jump on the School Bus to get you to the Rancho La Patera & Stow House and back to Isla Vista, plus all the food, drinks, and enjoyment Backyard Brunch has to offer!
$50.00
with fees $55.20
On sale Thursday, 3/12 at 12am.
Designated Driver
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If you'd like to come enjoy the event and be the safe way for your friends get home, grab a designated driver ticket at a reduced price so you can still Brunch for a cause even if you want to skip the alcohol. Designated drivers will be given a special wristband to note they are only drinking non-alcoholic beverages. **Please note designated drivers must still bring a valid I.D. to be checked upon entry.
$40.00
with fees $44.57
On sale Thursday, 3/12 at 12am.
Children Ticket (3+ and up)
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Children 3 and under are free! Brunch for a cause and bring your family to the Rancho La Patera & Stow House in Goleta for a day filled with live music, lawn games, and fun interactive tables for all ages!
$25.00
with fees $28.63
On sale Thursday, 3/12 at 12am.
Brunch Bestie
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Brunch for a cause as a Brunch Bestie with a direct donation to the Mickey Flacks Journalism Fund. Brunch Besties have 2 tickets to Backyard Brunch to enjoy all the local sips & bites, live music, lawn games, and community who support local journalism.
$250.00
with fees $267.79
On sale Thursday, 3/12 at 12am.
Brunch Hero
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Brunch for a cause as a Brunch Hero with a direct donation to the Mickey Flacks Journalism Fund. Brunch Heroes have 4 tickets to Backyard Brunch to enjoy all the local sips & bites, live music, lawn games, and community who support local journalism.
$500.00
with fees $526.32
On sale Thursday, 3/12 at 12am.

It's time to Brunch for a cause. Join the Santa Barbara Independent at our Backyard Brunch extravaganza happening on April 18, 2026, from 12pm to 3:30pm at the historic Rancho La Patera & Stow House in Goleta! Picture this: mouthwatering brunch delights served in a picturesque outdoor setting, plus a day filled with lawn games, toe-tapping live music, community, and surprises around every corner! From friendly competitions on the grass to dancing along to the jazzy tunes of Dom Lawrence & Miles Julian followed by the energetic Brasscals!, every moment promises excitement and laughter. 

And it's all for a great cause. Proceeds from this event will benefit the Mickey Flacks Journalism Fund through SBCAN, ensuring you're not just indulging your taste buds but also supporting local journalism. The Flacks Fund directly supports the Santa Barbara Independent's coverage of social justice and environmental issues. This program helps ensure that these issues will continue to be researched and reported on in the Santa Barbara region, even while print media around the country is shrinking. To read articles supported by the Flack Fund, go to independent.com/mickeyflacks

So, gather your crew, bring your appetite, and join us for the ultimate brunch bash where every bite counts towards making a difference. Grab your tickets now for a brunch-tastic time!

Enjoy Food and Drinks From:

  • Renaud's Bakery
  • Dune Coffee Roasters
  • Clementine Carter Wines
  • McConnell's Fine Ice Cream
  • Cristino's Bakery and Restaurant
  • The Blue Owl
  • State of Mind Cafe
  • and More!

Rancho La Patera and Stow House

304 N Los Carneros Rd.
Goleta, CA 93117
http://goletahistory.org

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