Top wedding venues in Santa Barbara, CA on Zola

Updated 5/7/2025

When celebrating your love, you’ll want to choose a venue that feels true to you as a couple. Barn or brewery? Skyline or shoreline? Your venue is often one of the first and most important decisions you’ll make when wedding planning—but it doesn’t have to be stressful! We’ve got you with this year’s most-loved venues. These wedding venues have some of the best reviews from Zola couples.

Santa Barbara Historical Museum

Up to 450 guestsRaw spaceOutdoor
Santa Barbara Historical Museum
Santa Barbara Historical Museum

Santa Barbara Historical Museum

Up to 450 guestsRaw spaceOutdoor
What couples are saying
My husband and I were thrilled with our wedding venue at the Santa Barbara Historical Museum. The staff communicated clearly and concisely throughout the planning process, which helped make organizing a breeze. The space itself is naturally gorgeous, with beautiful architecture, and charming historic details. It was incredibly spacious, allowing us to easily accommodate all of our guests. The open layout provided a comfortable, laidback feel that encapsulated the Santa Barbara vibe. We received so many compliments from friends and family on the venue's beauty and charm. If you're looking for the quintessential Santa Barbara wedding backdrop, full of understated
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Drift Santa Barbara

Up to 120 guestsAll-inclusiveIndoor & outdoor
Drift Santa Barbara
Drift Santa Barbara

Drift Santa Barbara

Up to 120 guestsAll-inclusiveIndoor & outdoor
What couples are saying
Drift Santa Barbara was the perfect venue for our wedding reception. From the moment we started working with their team, they were always there to help and truly wanted us to have the best day possible. The intimate space at Drift provided so much room for creativity - the team put in so much effort to ensure the space was beautifully set up and the service was exceptional. It's a truly gorgeous venue with the sweetest people, and we loved having our reception there. I also highly recommend staying at Drift for a full experience - the penthouse was absolutely
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Santa Barbara Courthouse Distillery & Events

Up to 350 guestsAll-inclusiveIndoor & outdoor
Santa Barbara Courthouse Distillery & Events
Santa Barbara Courthouse Distillery & Events

Santa Barbara Courthouse Distillery & Events

Up to 350 guestsAll-inclusiveIndoor & outdoor
What couples are saying
We rented their outdoor patio for 100 people with catering. What a beautiful setting, and the food and service were outstanding! They were great at flowing with the menu options and the bar service. The wedding was right across the street at the courthouse, a 2 minute walk to the reception. Parking is adjacent and convenient for the wedding and reception. I highly recommend them for weddings or any gathering!
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Riviera Beach Club at East Beach

Up to 120 guestsSelect servicesOutdoor
Riviera Beach Club at East Beach
Riviera Beach Club at East Beach

Riviera Beach Club at East Beach

Up to 120 guestsSelect servicesOutdoor
What couples are saying
Went to a welcome party here and it definitely felt like an event, not just a casual beach hang. The setup had this vintage Mediterranean feel — striped umbrellas, mismatched bistro chairs, weathered tables — like something out of a 70s travel postcard. It all came together in a way that felt thoughtful but still relaxed. The setting by the ocean added to the vibe, but it was really the aesthetic that made it feel special. Super cool spot for a kickoff gathering.
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The Factory

Up to 140 guestsSelect servicesOutdoor
The Factory
The Factory

The Factory

Up to 140 guestsSelect servicesOutdoor
What couples are saying
Didn't know this place existed! Went there for a reception. Dinner was super beautiful - long tables, string lights, and perfect weather. Felt really easy and fun. Then we moved into the barn and it turned into a full-on party. Disco ball, fog, lights, DJ — everyone was dancing. Honestly one of the best dance floors I’ve seen at a wedding. Really hidden gem.
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Clubhouse

Up to 35 guestsSelect servicesIndoor & outdoor
Clubhouse
Clubhouse

Clubhouse

Up to 35 guestsSelect servicesIndoor & outdoor
What couples are saying
Great place for a little conference room. So convenient to be next to all of the great food and coffee in the funk zone.
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