Affordable Santa Barbara Weddings: 13 Cool Venues That Are Easy On Your Budget

Fab Features: rustic-chic clubhouse with distinctive California Mediterranean architecture tucked in a serene suburb of Santa Barbara • exchange vows on the pretty garden lawn with an ocean view, followed by cocktails on the stone terrace illuminated by stringed market lights and an outdoor fireplace • the picturesque grounds boast rolling greens, lush trees, a charming footbridge, romantic water features, and more!

Fab Features: 30 acres of lush gardens with ocean views, set between a bird sanctuary and the beach • intimate weddings in the Discovery Pavilion, with its floor to ceiling windows, built-in audio, and doors that open to an outdoor patio for cocktails • no need to rent elephants—they're already on-site, along with giraffes, lions, penguins, and other delights!

Fab Features: beautiful 1930s Spanish-Revival style church • the sanctuary impresses with vintage lantern-style light fixtures suspended from the vaulted ceiling’s open beams and a stunning stained-glass Rose Window • the neighboring park and garden make for great photo ops

Fab Features: a slice of vintage-inspired Italy in the hills of Santa Barbara • warm, intimate patio with glowing market lights and plenty of flexibility for your décor • delectable authentic Italian dishes served with style

Fab Features: elegant, modern full-service venue in the heart of the American Riviera • cool décor like wrought-iron chandeliers, large arched windows, gleaming hardwood floors, and a wall of stylish beadboard exudes a fresh, contemporary vibe • in-house catering from Santa Barbara Public Market includes delectable selections from diverse culinary artisans

Fab Features: al fresco gatherings on the pretty Fig Patio, just steps from the iconic courthouse, public library, Museum of Art, and theaters • receptions in the airy La Arcada Ballroom, with its clean, neutral palette, or the cool, cozy Distiller's Lounge • intimate wedding packages for up to 50 guests include catering, bar, and much more!

Fab Features: 120-acre ranch with a rich history, including a past as a stagecoach stop and a getaway for Presidents and Hollywood royalty • ceremonies in the peaceful creekside meadow, which is dappled with sunlight • the versatile Creekside Piazza boasts an event pad, desert landscaping, a fire pit, and bocce ball

Fab Features: this cool art complex just off State Street is a DIY dream and industrial-chic blank canvas • celebrations flow from the bistro-lit Courtyard into the spacious, skylight-studded Assembly Room • your rental fee goes to support this worthy non-profit whose motto is "Workspace for the Inspired"

Fab Features: urban oasis with seasonal color • expansive oceanview meadow and hillside amphitheater surrounded by trees • oak-shaded terrace for dining

Fab Features: welcoming boutique tasting room specializing in intimate events • sweet celebrations on the garden patio or in the inviting interior • the winery can connect you with local vendors to arrange all your celebration details

Fab Features: authentic Spanish-inspired eatery located in the Santa Barbara "Funk Zone" • outdoor garden courtyard with a fireplace hosts intimate events with flair and fun • Spanish-dominated wine list can be enhanced with a gin-and-tonic cart, and delectable wood-fired grilled seafood and meats are accompanied by locally sourced produce

Fab Features: historic Spanish-Colonial architectural landmark tucked in a secluded canyon above Santa Barbara • ceremonies on the stone-walled Terrace beneath a spreading oak, and wooded grounds for rustic photo ops • dine + dance inside the handsome Ballroom, which boasts vintage chandeliers, a stage, and a gleaming oak floor

Fab Features: downtown State Street venue • olive trees, fountain, and rustic-chic details • elegant indoor dining room with fireplace • party until midnight

The Rasta Rita Mobile Margarita Truck brings unlimited premium cocktails to your Central Coast celebration with serious style and affordable rates. This fully licensed beverage service offers handcrafted margaritas from their colorful vintage truck that doubles as an Instagram-worthy photo op (psst...beer tap services, too!). Whether you're planning a laid-back beach wedding or a festive garden party, their professional mixologists will keep the good vibes flowing with top-shelf spirits and custom flavors. 

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