Plaza de Vera Cruz

Santa Barbara’s first City park, Plaza de Vera Cruz is a Lower State neighborhood park featuring an open lawn area with large eucalyptus trees, palms, and rare Montezuma Cypress trees.

In 2021, the Parks and Recreation Department partnered with Santa Barbara Trapeze Co. to introduce new activities to Plaza de Vera Cruz and provide a brand-new recreational opportunity to the community. The agreement was set with an initial term of one year. In 2022, the agreement was renewed with annual one-year extensions through Spring 2027.

While a portion of the park is currently dedicated to trapeze equipment and programs, the rest of the park remains open for public use during park hours. Members of the public are welcome to watch the programs while they enjoy the park.