Events
SBYD Events
Ballots & Brews | Feb. 24 & Mar. 2
Ballots & Brews | Feb. 24 & Mar. 2
Join SBYD on Saturday, February 24th and/or Saturday, March 2nd from 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM to talk to voters about our endorsed candidates in the March 5th Presidential Primary Election. After canvassing, we’ll meet up for drinks and snacks on the club!
RSVP below for more details!
Voter Registration | Sept 23 & 24
Voter Registration | Sept 23 & 24
Every year, SBYD teams up with the Gauchos Vote Coalition to help register THOUSANDS of incoming UCSB students to vote!
We need your help to register as many first-time voters as possible this Saturday, September 23rd & Sunday, September 24th!
Volunteers can join us for FREE pitchers, pizza, and snacks at Rockfire Grill in Isla Vista before we register voters! 🍺 🍕
Sign up below to register voters this weekend!
Opposition Research Watch Party
Opposition Research Watch Party
Join us on Wednesday, August 23rd at 5:30 PM at the Tully (1431 San Andres St.) to to watch the first debate of the 2024 Republican Primary Election!
Come hate watch all of your favorite republican villains debase themselves on national television, only to ultimately come in second place to a man with multiple criminal indictments. Grab your popcorn!
Click the link below to RSVP & receive a FREE drink ticket!
UCSB Voter Registration
UCSB Voter Registration
Every year, Santa Barbara Young Democrats team up with the Voter Registration Volunteer Coalition to help register THOUSANDS of incoming UCSB students to vote! We need your help to register first-time voters on Saturday, August 5th at 9:30 AM at UCSB’s Lotte Lehmann Hall!
Sign-up below to register voters and meet other Young Democrats! 🗳
SBYD Movie Night
SBYD Movie Night
Join us on Friday, July 21st at 7:30 PM at the Santa Barbara Courthouse for a movie night with the Santa Barbara Young Democrats!
We will provide a prime spot in the Sunken Gardens, snacks, & drinks! Just bring your own low-back lawn chair, for more comfortable seating.
We will be watching a screening of the cult classic Mars Attacks! - a hilarious sci-fi comedy staring Jack Nicholson as POTUS, along with some “friendly” aliens visiting Earth.
Click the link below & RSVP! See you there!
Politics & Pints
Politics & Pints | June 24th
Join SBYD on Saturday, June 24th from 1-3PM at M. Special (634 State Street) for a happy hour, Politics & Pints social event!
We are less than a year away from the 2024 California Primary Election! Now, more than ever, it is vital for Young Democrats to stay engaged. Connect with fellow Young Dems and talk politics over beer and snacks!
RSVP below for a free drink ticket! 🍻 🎉
SBYD Executive Board Elections
Are you interested in joining our group of young progressives? Join us on Monday, May 15th at 6:30 PM for our SBYD Executive Board Elections! As a new or returning member, please attend to vote on our Executive Board members.
Festive Feast
Join us this Sunday, December, 11th from 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM for a festive feast! Come enjoy good food and a fun afternoon with your fellow Young Democrats. Complete the form below to RSVP & receive the address!
Midterm General Election
The Midterm General Election is Tuesday, November 8th!
Your ballot must be returned by 8:00 PM on Election Day.
Canvass & Hang with SBYD!
With the ballots out now's the time we need to come together! Join us on Saturday, May 21st at 10:00 AM for canvassing, followed by some food and drinks with your fellow young dems! This is a great opportunity to help tip the balance in favor of progressive candidates running for important offices across our community, with the added bonus of socializing with fellow young progressives. We'll meet at the Democratic Party HQ (123 E. Carrillo) before and after canvassing, and then head to lunch.
SBYD Executive Board Elections
Join us on Monday, February 28 at 6:00 PM for our annual Executive Board Elections! (Click for more information and meeting link.)
Election Day
It’s Election Day! Do you have your plan to vote? Today is the last day to return your ballot by mail, at an Official Ballot Drop Box, or at a Voter Service Center. All voting closes by 8pm.
Game & Chat with Assemblymember Alex Lee
Join your Assemblymember Alex Lee, to gain political insight and knowledge - while playing Minecraft!
SBYD Endorsements Committee
We will be discussing endorsements for the Santa Barbara City Council & Mayor.
SBYD City Council & Mayoral Candidate Forum
Santa Barbara Young Democrats are excited to announce our 2021 City Council & Mayoral Candidate Forum!
Among Us w/ Councilmembers Meagan Harmon & Oscar Gutierrez
Join Councilmembers Meagan Harmon & Oscar Gutierrez, as we play Among Us and discuss politics!
Among Us w/ Councilmembers Bobby Martinez & Gloria Soto!
Join Councilmember Bobby Martinez, & Councilmember Gloria Soto, as we play Among Us and discuss politics!
SBYD/SMVYD Get Out The Vote Text Bank
Join Santa Barbara and Santa Maria Valley Young Democrats as we text fellow Young Democrats up and down the coast!
805 Young Democrats Fundraiser - The Roast of Jonathan Abboud
Please join for an evening of fun, excitement, and years of anticipation to jab a joke at Jonathan's expense.
SBYD Elections & Endorsement Meeting!
We will be having our annual General Body Meeting & Executive Board Elections.
SBYD Friendsgiving!
After the Santa Barbara City Council elections, thank you all for so much hard work and dedication!
SBYD Canvass & Social!
Next weekend is the last weekend for the Santa Barbara City Council Election!
GOTV Canvass & Social at Modern Times!
Join us for canvassing, followed by food and drinks!
SBYD Debate Watch Party!
Join SBYD in the Funk Zone for pizza, pitchers, and the 3rd Democratic Presidential Debate!
SBYD Debate Party!
Participate in engaging and lively discourse about local politics, the presidential primary, and all other political topics.
SBYD Watch Party for the 1st Democratic Primary Debate!
Watch the 1st Democratic Primary Debate with SBYD!
SBYD → CYD Convention
Join hundreds of Young Democrats as we all help to shape the future of our party.
Volunteer with SBYD at the Roosevelt-Hamer Dinner!
Join SBYD on the afternoon of the event to volunteer and assist with the set-up.
SBYD at the Earth Day Festival!
Join Santa Barbara Young Democrats at the Santa Barbara Earth Day Festival!