Saint Barbara Greek Orthodox Church and Center

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Santa Barbara Wedding Location
1205 San Antonio Creek Road
Santa Barbara, CA 93111
Contact: Iuliana Earl, Wedding Coordinator
Phone: 805/886-4470
www.saintbarbara.net
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Saint Barbara Greek Orthodox Church and Center

Why We Like This Place

There’s no chance you’ll accidentally drive by the Saint Barbara—its bright blue tile roof and blazingly white walls fairly leap into your field of view as you approach the facility. Although the church is only available to those baptized in an orthodox Christian religion, the adjacent Center and patio can be used by the general public.

Outdoor ceremonies and champagne receptions take place on the patio, an expansive flagstone plaza that connects the church and the Center. The space is enclosed by a low white wall with its own flagstone seating ledge, and bordered by olive trees, large rocks and drought-tolerant plantings. It’s totally peaceful up here—nothing but sun, warm breezes and clear views of the surrounding mountains, the Goleta Valley and the Santa Barbara Channel.

After the ceremony, guests walk through a white archway into the main hall. It’s a large and lovely space with a high, open-beamed ceiling and two walls of tall arched windows that give it a spacious and airy feeling. Tables are arranged around a big hardwood dance floor (on springs no less!) and no matter where they’re seated, guests can survey the beautiful landscape around them. To the east, the scenery includes a lemon grove, vibrant bougainvillea, grassy hills dotted with eucalyptus and the Santa Ynez mountains in the distance; to the west, it encompasses the Santa Barbara hills, the university campus and the Santa Barbara Channel. Two small patios, one on each side of the room, can be set up for hors d’oeuvres and a bar or a buffet. And last but not least, there’s a built-in sound system and a commercial kitchen. With its great location, Mediterranean ambiance and unexpected amenities, this is one community church center well worth a visit.

Capacity

Ceremony

Reception/Special Events

Meetings

Max. Seated Indoors: 250
Max. Seated Outdoors: 200

Max. Seated Indoors: 200
Max. Seated Outdoors: 200
Max. Standing Indoors: 400
Max. Standing Outdoors: 400

Max. Seated: 400

CEREMONY CAPACITY: The Church holds up to 250 seated; the Plaza up to approximately 200 seated or 400 standing guests.
EVENT/RECEPTION CAPACITY: The Orthodox Center can accommodate approximately 200 seated (with dance floor still accessible for dancing), 400 standing; the Plaza seats approximately 200 or holds 400 standing guests.
MEETING CAPACITY: Up to 400 seated stadium style.

Fees & Deposits

A $500 deposit is required to secure your date; the balance of the rental fee is due 60 days before the event. The rental fee for the main hall is $3,500 for 10 hours’ use, including patios, kitchen, tables and chairs. Overtime charge is $150/hour for time needed in excess of 10 hours. A grand piano can be provided for an extra fee.

Availability

Year-round, daily in 10-hour blocks.

Catering

BYO

Alcohol

BYO

Sites Uses

Ceremonies
Wedding Receptions
Special Events, Parties
Business Functions/Meetings
Rehearsal Dinners

Services/Amenities

Catering: BYO licensed and insured
Kitchen Facilities: fully equipped commercial kitchen
Tables & Chairs: provided for 200
Linens, Silver, etc.: BYO
Restrooms: wheelchair accessible
Dance Floor: included
Bride's Dressing Area: yes
Meeting Equipment: BYO
Parking: large lot, valet required for large parties
Accommodations: no
Telephone: CBA
Outdoor Night Lighting: access only
Outdoor Cooking Facilities: CBA
Cleanup: caterer or renter
View: lemon grove, hills, Santa Ynez mountains, Santa Barbara channel
Other: wedding coordination, extra fee

Amplified Music

Indoors
w/ Restrictions

Wheelchair Access

Wheelchair Accessible

Site Views

Hills
Mountains
Ocean/Bay

Site Type

Banquet/Events Facility
Church/Chapel/Temple
Community Center/Civic Bldg

Restrictions

Alcohol: BYO, licensed server
Smoking: designated areas, outdoors only
Music: amplified OK indoors only, must be turned off at 10pm
Wheelchair Access: yes
Insurance: certificate required
Other: no rice, confetti or birdseed; children must be supervised

Contact: Iuliana Earl, Wedding Coordinator
805/886-4470
www.saintbarbara.net
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