About this vendor
The Cabrillo Pavilion is a historic, city-owned venue situated on the sands of East Beach in Santa Barbara. The newly renovated 1920s landmark boasts a luxe art deco-inspired design and is the ideal place for those looking to exchange their vows on the sand before hosting an indoor reception.
The venue maintains three distinct event spaces for couples and their guests to enjoy during their special day: the lounge, the main room, and the two outdoor terraces. Guests can enter through the lounge, featuring a functional fireplace and conversational seating. This is the perfect space to host a cocktail reception following your beach ceremony. From the lounge, guests are led into the main room, characterized by its vaulted ceilings, striking archways, and panoramic ocean views. Along either side of the main room are two outdoor terraces perched above the beach, providing the perfect place to watch a Santa Barbara sunset.
In addition to the event spaces, the venue also includes a full prep kitchen, scullery, dedicated guest restrooms, and two additional small rooms that can be used for the day's preparations as needed.
Couples hosting their wedding at the Cabrillo Pavilion are welcome to use the venue's event furniture, including round tables, banquet tables, cocktail tables, mobile bar, and dance floor. Guests are also welcome to use the venue's audio-visual equipment, including a large projection screen, mobile projector, and wireless microphones. Couples are not limited to a set vendor list and can work with the vendors of their choosing to create their special day.
Amenities + details
Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Covered Outdoors Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Ceremony Types
- Civil Union
- Commitment Ceremony
- Elopement
- Interfaith Ceremony
- Non-Religious Ceremony
- Religious Ceremony
Settings
- Ballroom
- Beach
- Waterfront
- Historic Venue
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5
out of 5.01 reviews
Wedding Date: Sept. 15, 2024
From the moment we saw the Cabrillo Pavilion, we knew it was the perfect venue for our wedding. It allowed us to have a beautiful beach ceremony on Ea...
st Beach, followed by a reception inside that we were able to completely transform to match our vision, all while enjoying two stunning patios overlooking the ocean. The backdrop was breathtaking, and we were even lucky enough to see a pod of dolphins swim by during our reception—pure magic!
For a city-owned venue, Cabrillo Pavilion is truly unmatched, especially since it was recently renovated and feels modern yet timeless. We explored countless venues in Santa Barbara, but nothing compared to this one. The price point for Santa Barbara residents is also incredible, making it an even better find.
A word of advice—it books out well in advance, so if you’re considering it, plan ahead! But if you’re looking for a gorgeous, well-maintained venue that can be tailored to your style, with unbeatable ocean views, the Cabrillo Pavilion is a top choice. We couldn't have imagined a more perfect place to celebrate our special day!
Contact
1118 East Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara, CA
Cabrillo Pavilion