The Santa Barbara Showdown brings top boys’ and girls’ lacrosse teams to compete in October at the Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club, with the Pacific Ocean and Santa Ynez Mountains as the backdrop.
The Santa Barbara Showdown is a premier youth lacrosse tournament taking place in October at the Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club in Santa Barbara, California. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Pacific Ocean and Santa Ynez Mountains, this event brings top boys’ and girls’ lacrosse teams from across the West to compete in one of the most scenic locations in the country.
More than just a tournament, the Santa Barbara Showdown highlights everything the region has to offer. Adrenaline curates a unique Vendor Village featuring local food, shopping, and entertainment, giving families and teams the full Santa Barbara experience both on and off the field. Explore more things to do in the area on our Santa Barbara Overview tab below.
Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club
3300 Via Real
Carpinteria, CA 93013
ADRLN ADVANTAGE PRICING:
BOYS DIVISIONS:
GIRLS DIVISIONS:
Santa Barbara Polo Club
3300 Via Real, Carpinteria, CA 93013
There will be an on-site parking fee of $15 per day at the SB Polo & Racquet Club. Parking passes can only be purchased online and in advance of the event. Parking capacity will be limited, so we highly encourage you to purchase your passes ASAP and to carpool with teammates. We will also have a designated ride share (Uber & Lyft) drop off and pick up area if you want to avoid parking all together.
Parking passes can be purchased online here via Ticketsauce: https://adrln.ticketsauce.com/e/adrln-santa-barbara-showdown-2. Note you will need separate parking passes for Saturday & Sunday. Attendants will be scanning parking passes on your phone so have them ready when you pull into the facility. Parking passes are one time entry for each day.
There will be an on-site parking fee of $15 per day at the SB Polo & Racquet Club. Parking passes can only be purchased online and in advance of the event. Parking capacity will be limited, so we highly encourage you to purchase your passes ASAP and to carpool with teammates. We will also have a designated ride share (Uber & Lyft) drop off and pick up area if you want to avoid parking all together.
Parking passes can be purchased online via Ticketsauce. Note you will need separate parking passes for Saturday & Sunday. Attendants will be scanning parking passes on your phone so have them ready when you pull into the facility.
Any schedule requests must be submitted in writing at least one month prior to the start of the event. We cannot guarantee any requests but will do our best to accommodate if received within this time frame.
When making your travel arrangements, please keep in mind that it is important for your team to be available to play its last game on Sunday. Please allow for the possibility of having a late game on that day. It is unfair to other participating teams to forfeit games on the last day due to poor travel planning.
Please leave your pets at home.
There is no parking available for motor homes or cars with RV trailers or any vehicle that takes up more than one parking spot.
Parking for charter buses and school buses is up at the top of polo club grounds by the horse stalls.
As a Coach/Director, I understand that:
Adrenaline Lacrosse is a USA Lacrosse aligned tournament operator. In order create a safe and fair playing environment the following age by division criteria must be followed by all attending boys and girls participants.
*REGISTRATION AS A FREE AGENT FOR EVENTS IS NOT GUARANTEED*
Players interested in participating in an event but are not on a team MUST register as a Free Agent on the Adrenaline website. There is a $1 non-refundable registration fee. If you are picked up by a team, an invoice for the full free agent fee will be created and needs to be paid before you are moved onto the team.
Once a player registers as a Free Agent, their contact information will be sent to all attending coaches/directors. If a team needs players for their team, the coach/director will contact the Free Agent directly.
For more information, please visit Free Agents.
For Adrenaline Tournament rules, please visit Boys Tournament Rules and Girls Tournament Rules.
AVERAGE TEMPERATURE: 70 Degrees
CLOSEST AIRPORTS: Santa Barbara Airport(20 miles from fields)
Adrenaline Lacrosse has partnered with EventConnect to provide attendees/groups with the best available hotel rates and a smooth booking experience.
Our event is a “Stay to Play” event: A good working relationship with hotels is critical for the long-term success of our event. For this reason, teams or attendees who are traveling from out of town are required to book their rooms through our Official Travel Partner, EventConnect, to ensure that our room blocks are utilized. In short, since the hotels are holding rooms for our event, we must use these rooms.
Once you have registered for the tournament, you’ll be directed into the hotel feed for accommodation options. These hotels meet certain standards and location guidelines set by the tournament and booking service.
Once you have found the hotel that best fits your team’s needs, you can block your rooms for free online and share your team block link with your group allowing reservations to be made.
Bring a touch of music and art to your Santa Barbara trip with Pianos on State. This annual event transforms State Street into an open-air gallery and concert venue, featuring artist-painted pianos available for anyone to play. Perfect for families to explore between tournament games, it’s a unique way to experience the city’s creative side.
Event Details:
📍 Where: Along State Street, Downtown Santa Barbara, CA
📅 When: Tuesday, September 30 – Sunday, October 19, 2025 (daily)
⏰ Time: All day – play or listen anytime
🎟️ Admission: Free, no ticket required
With its vibrant street atmosphere, public art, and nearby shops and cafes, Pianos on State offers a relaxed and interactive outing for all ages. Whether you’re a seasoned pianist or just want to enjoy the impromptu performances, it’s an unforgettable addition to your Santa Barbara visit.
Make your Santa Barbara tournament trip even more memorable with Boo at the Zoo at the Santa Barbara Zoo. This family-friendly Halloween celebration offers safe trick-or-treating, spooky decorations, and plenty of activities for kids and parents alike — all in the beautiful zoo setting.
Event Details:
📍 Where: Santa Barbara Zoo, 500 Niños Drive, Santa Barbara, CA
📅 When: Friday–Sunday, October 17–19
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
🎟️ Admission: Regular zoo admission (check zoo site for pricing)
Kids can collect candy throughout the zoo, ride the Zoo Train, explore a hay bale maze, bounce in inflatables, and enjoy live entertainment. Parents can grab a snack or drink, including themed “boozy” beverages, while taking in the festive atmosphere. It’s a safe and exciting Halloween outing perfect for families traveling for the tournament.
Looking for a memorable family evening in Santa Barbara during tournament downtime? The Wild & Free Film Festival Launch Party at Elings Park serves up the beloved classic The Goonies on a giant 40-foot outdoor screen, plus live music, food trucks, and interactive fun—perfect for parents and kids alike. Visit Santa Barbara
Event Details:
📍 Where: Elings Park, 1298 Las Positas Road, Santa Barbara, CA
📅 When: Saturday, October 18, 2025
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM Visit Santa Barbara
🎟️ Admission: Adults $20 • Children (ages 6–18) $10 Visit Santa Barbara
Live music by Neon Blonde sets the tone for the night, joined by gourmet food trucks, local beer & wine, a pop-up nonprofit village, trivia, raffles, and more. It’s a relaxed, picnic-ready evening that offers both fun and cultural vibes for families visiting Santa Barbara. Visit Santa Barbara
Stearns Wharf
Santa Barbara Zoo
Santa Barbara Tasting Tours
Old Mission Santa Barbara
Shoreline Park
Santa Barbara Harbor
Arroyo Burro Beach Park
Summerland Beach Cafe
Tinker Burger
Siam Elephant
Delgado’s
Borello’s Pizza & Pasta
Padaro Beach Grill
Teddy’s By The Sea
Guicho’s Eatery
Sushi Teri
Rusty’s Pizza Parlor
Jack’s Bistro
Zooker’s
Aligned Event is a designation given to independently owned and operated events that have chosen to follow a set of operational and safety guidelines set forward by USA Lacrosse. These tournament guidelines are a set of best practices that cover six main areas of an event: USA Lacrosse membership & age verification, game format, venue, risk management, event administration, and certified officials. When these practices are adopted in their entirety, events create a more positive experience for participants while receiving insurance and marketing benefits from USA Lacrosse.