Parks & Recreation Spaces

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This downtown park is the City's horticultural "jewel." Exquisitely landscaped with plantings chosen for their diversity and color, it's a beautiful setting for wedding ceremonies. The "pond" grass area is close to Micheltorena Street,…

Often called the "crown jewel" of city parks, this downtown garden features a diverse botanical collection, koi pond, sensory garden, and lovely areas to sit and get away from the city bustle and noise. The "arbor area" is close to…

The Cabrillo Pavilion's upstairs level is one of Santa Barbara’s only beachfront venues. Accommodating up to 215 guests, the Pavilion’s entry lounge, expansive open-plan event space, two outdoor terraces, and panoramic ocean views make the…

The Carousel House is the City's newest rental facility along the beachfront. Located on the western end of Chase Palm Park and formerly the home of a carousel for 20 years, it has now been made over into an open space with a greenhouse-…

The centrally-located historic landmark Carrillo Recreation Center is the perfect downtown venue for your wedding or special event. Select Friday and Saturday nights are available for rentals.

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…

The Great Meadow in Chase Palm Park is a large, rolling grassy meadow popular for community events, large-corporate gatherings or day-time private events with live or amplified music.  Capacity for Community Events: 2,000 maximum…

This idyllic beach area is east of Milpas Street and borders the Cabrillo West parking lot. The open beach area allows ample room for a variety of events. Out of consideration to the events at the Cabrillo Pavilion and Bathhouse on the…