Meet the formidable Tyrannosaurus rex, the heavily built Stegosaurus, the large Parasaurolophus, the powerful Triceratops and the armored Euoplocephalus, while holding a cold glass of beer when you join The Mission Creek Beer Festival. Happening on October 18 at Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History, enjoy delicious limited-edition brews and munch on scrumptious hors d’oeuvres as you learn about the museum’s various programs. Proceeds from this event will go to the nature and science education programs of Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History.

At the Museum | Prehistoric Forest

October 18, 2025 / 2:00 PM–5:00 PM

Join us for beer, nature, and science! The Mission Creek Beer Festival will be a unique day under the oaks at the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History. Local restaurants will pair small bites with some of the best breweries in the region. Brewmasters will be creating limited-edition brews unique to our area and the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History. Guests will enjoy live music, brewery insights, and the chance to meet Museum education staff to enhance their tasting experience and knowledge of our programs.

“Life, uh, finds a way,” is one of the most famous quotes from the movie franchise, Jurassic Park. Find your way to Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History’s Mission Creek Beer Festival this October and discover the beauty and power of nature. Register to the event here now.