Affordable Santa Barbara Wedding Venues - Volume 1
It’s no secret that weddings can be expensive—and exceedingly so in the highly sought-after wedding state of California. From wedding invites to florals to the catered meal and wedding cake, all the components add up quickly making it seem impossible to fit everything into your original budget.
But, fear not. There are many ways you can cut corners and find ways to save so that you can still have the wedding of your dreams. One effective method is to cut down your guest list. But, if you can’t bear the thought of giving any of your friends or family the boot, then selecting the perfect, affordable wedding venue is your next best bet.
Fortunately, here in Santa Barbara there is a multitude of amazing wedding venues available that can accommodate parties of any size, don’t come with a jaw-dropping price tag, and are naturally beautiful so you don’t have to go overboard with the florals and decor.
We’ve rounded up a handful of these affordable Santa Barbara wedding venues as part of a three-part blog series, and are kicking it off with three incredible locations all in the Chase Palm Park and East Beach area of the city. Take a look at what could await for you and your own Santa Barbara wedding, and happy planning!
Casa Las Palmas
Casa Las Palmas is a charming and highly-versatile event venue across from the beach, in the heart of Santa Barbara's Chase Palm Park. Casa Las Palmas is a Spanish-style venue, popular for all kinds of events, from wedding receptions to rehearsal dinners and various celebrations.
Named for the towering palms along Cabrillo Boulevard, Casa Las Palmas was built with fun in mind. The facility is located in the heart of the 10-acre park, allowing for the opportunity to plan your event around various recreational areas such as the Carousel House, Great Meadow, and the Shipwreck Playground. Casa Las Palmas has a capacity of 65 seated, 75 cocktail style, and up to 40 classroom style.
This convenient waterfront location with its scenic views of the ocean and verdant surroundings makes Casa Las Palmas the ideal choice for small events. This is a single-room space with a small kitchenette, ample-sized indoor restrooms, and a large raised patio overlooking Chase Palm Park's "Great Meadow" with its rolling hills and iconic concert stage. Casa's vaulted wooden ceilings and attractive architectural details make for beautiful wedding and event photos. Casa's open-plan design allows you the freedom you need to set up your special event exactly how you envision it, according to your own taste and budget.
Casa Las Palmas is close to the drop-off circle and a bus stop on Cabrillo Boulevard, and is one block from restaurants, shopping, a large City of Santa Barbara parking lot, and Stearns Wharf.
Pricing: $
Weekends: from $195 per hour (minimum of six hours)
Weekdays: from $126 (minimum of two hours)
More Pricing Info: HERE
Photography: ByCherry Photography
Cabrillo Pavilion
The Cabrillo Pavilion is the City of Santa Barbara's premier oceanfront venue. Located on the sands of East Beach, its second-floor Events Center has an impressive view overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Have your ceremony on the beach, then go inside for the party!
The recently revitalized, charming 1920's Spanish Colonial venue offers versatile furniture to suit any event and features updated technological systems to rival a new facility. The upper-level events room, including an entry lounge and two terraces overlooking the ocean, accommodates 215 guests. The adjacent beach provides the opportunity to pair your indoor reception with an outdoor ceremony.
Make our stunning venue the location for your memorable day!
Price: $$
Fridays and Sundays: from $516 per hour (minimum of eight hours)
Saturdays and Holidays: $691 per hour (minimum of eight hours)
Weekdays: from $257 per hour (minimum of two hours)
More Pricing Info: HERE
Photography: Elizabeth Victoria Photography, Savannah Brown Photography
Palm Park Beach House
Palm Park Beach House is a picturesque villa located on the ocean side of Cabrillo Boulevard in Chase Palm Park along the beachfront. A Spanish-style entry leads to a contemporary main room with recessed sconce lighting. It is the perfect location for intimate receptions, engagement parties, and rehearsal dinners.
Adjacent is a small sun room with French doors that open onto an outdoor patio with an unrivaled beach and ocean view. Chase's patio is just right for viewing Santa Barbara's colorful sunsets or taking your party outside to dance under the stars. The Beach House has a capacity of 100 seated, 125 cocktail-style, 80 theater-style, and up to 40 classroom-style.
The beach is so close you can have a toes-in-the-sand ceremony or use the grassy area of the park for nuptials.
Pricing: $
Weekends: from $276 per hour (minimum of eight hours)
Weekdays: from $178 (minimum of two hours)
More Pricing Info: HERE
Photography: ByCherry Photography