Cabrillo Pavilion Event Center

Pricing applies Friday-Sunday and holidays. Reservations must occur between 7:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m., including event setup and breakdown.

Weekend rates include an 8-hour reservation with the option to purchase up to two additional hours if needed. Reservations include the use of tables and chairs, audio-visual equipment, the presence of an event monitor and security guard, and post-event cleaning.

Discounted rates are available for City of Santa Barbara residents and non-profits. Proof of residency or 501(c)(3) status is required to receive discounted rates.

A $1,000 non-refundable down payment is required at the time of booking. All reservations are subject to a $1,000 refundable security deposit.

Pricing applies Monday – Thursday. Reservations, including event setup and breakdown, must occur between 7:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m.

Discounted rates are available for City of Santa Barbara residents and non-profits. Proof of residency or 501(c)(3) status is required to receive discounted rates. Recurring reservations with a minimum frequency of once a month per year receive 20% off the hourly rate.

A $1,000 non-refundable down payment is required at the time of booking. All reservations are subject to a $1,000 refundable security deposit. Additional fees may apply based on the type of event.

Fees effective 7/1/25-6/30/26

The Cabrillo Pavilion Event Center offers flexible catering options, allowing you to bring in vendors of your choice, with a list of local providers available upon request. The on-site kitchen is equipped with professional-grade amenities, including a warming oven, two commercial refrigerators, one under-counter commercial freezer, a 3-compartment sink, and stainless steel prep tables to help streamline food preparation. An outdoor grilling area with electrical access offers additional culinary possibilities. Alcohol service is permitted within the venue and on the outdoor terraces.

The Cabrillo Pavilion Event Center includes complimentary access to essential A/V amenities, such as wireless microphones, a mobile 85-inch display TV, and a sound system suited for presentations, speeches, and background music. Amplified music is permitted until 10:00 p.m., with additional equipment supplied by your vendor. We encourage bringing a dedicated technician for events with more complex A/V requirements to ensure a stress-free experience.

The Cabrillo Pavilion Event Center offers the perfect blank canvas for your event. All reservations include primary items such as tables, chairs, a 5-foot bar cart, a lectern, and essential audio-visual equipment, with a detailed list of available items provided for your planning. After booking, you’ll receive complimentary access to online software to design your event layout. Our staff will arrange items according to your specifications before your reservation begins.

With key items included in your reservation, you can focus your budget on personalizing your event with your choice of decor, linens, tableware, centerpieces, floral arrangements, and additional lighting. A dance floor is available for an extra fee for those looking to add a lively touch to their event.

Looking to match your décor to the building? Use our Interior Color Palette Guide for easy reference.

The Cabrillo Pavilion Event Center offers convenient parking for you and your guests. Paid parking is available in two adjacent parking lots. Paid parking is first come, first served, or you can make reservations with the City of Santa Barbara’s Waterfront Department Parking Office at 805-564-5523 or WFParking@SantaBarbaraCA.gov. Free, untimed public parking is available on Cabrillo Boulevard after 6:00 p.m.