Annual Events

American Scandinavian Foundation of Santa Barbara offers four annual events for its members and the local community.

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Spring in Scandinavia

May 16, 2026 | 12:00 PM

The American Scandinavian Foundation of Santa Barbara invites you to dance around the maypole and celebrate spring in Scandinavia.

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Three ASFSB Scholarship awardees

2026 Scholarship Luncheon

Saturday June 6, 2026 | 12:00-2:00 PM

We announce our annual scholarships at a luncheon event. Please Join us at the Santa Barbara City College, in the John Dunn Gourmet Dining Room.

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Holiday Auction

Nov. 14, 2026 | 4:00 - 7:00 PM

Our holiday auction raises funds to provide scholarships to deserving local students. Our 2026 auction features guest host John Palminteri.

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ASFSB Christmas Party

Christmas Party

2026 Info. Coming Soon

The American Scandinavian Foundation of Santa Barbara invites you to our annual Christmas Party.

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