April 15 from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at the Goleta Community Center
Goleta’s biggest night of the year is coming up and we have so many reasons why you should join us on Wednesday, April 15, from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at the Goleta Community Center (5679 Hollister Avenue). Here is a list of top ten reasons why you need to be there!
- Celebrate having your taxes done.
- Mingle with the Mayor and City Councilmembers, community leaders and fellow Goletans.
- Hear the State of the City Address in a new format featuring the Mayor and entire City Council.
- Receive an update on the City’s finances from City Manager Robert Nisbet.
- Submit a question for the popular Q&A session with the Mayor and Department Directors.
- Check out more than 15 City tables to learn about all that is happening in Goleta and meet City staff across all departments.
- Watch the Dos Pueblos High School Jazz Band perform in the gazebo before the doors open at 4:30 p.m. and listen to talented musician and Dos High Pueblos High School student Tyler McCutchen play inside during the event.
- Enjoy charcuterie cups and cookies.
- Take photos with the City of Goleta backdrop and be forever a part of the 2026 event memories.
- Last, but not least, because you LOVE Goleta and care about what is happening now and in the future.
Timeline of Events
- 4:00 p.m. – The Dos Pueblos High School Jazz Band will be performing from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
- 5:00 p.m. – Doors open to visit our City information tables and the mingling begins.
- 6:00 p.m. – The main event starts with presentations from the Mayor, Council and City Manager.
This event is free to the public. Spanish interpretation will be available. Watch the Mayor’s video invite with details on what to expect. The video is also available in Spanish Councilmember Luz Reyes-Martín (1st District).
If you don’t see a spot in the front or side parking areas, there is additional parking behind the building.
We look forward to seeing you at the 2026 Goleta Community State of the City! Make sure to bring your family and friends.
