This is about as close as you can get to the beach without being directly on the sand. The interior of this space leaves much to be desired, with a rather dated décor and plain interior architecture. Cabrillo Arts is one of the most popular reception sites in Santa Barbara. The irresistible lure is the spectacular views of the ocean and the large balcony that overhangs east beach. For the bride and groom who want to take their pictures on the beach this is also the perfect location. The room itself is open and airy with a somewhat dated décor, but a talented designer could easily transform this space to suit any taste. This site books up months, sometimes years in advance so be sure to confirm your date early!

Capacity:
The Arts Center's capacity is 200 for a sit-down event, 250 for cocktail style events (where people are mainly standing), 180 theater-style and 85 classroom style.

Insurance:
Not required.

Tables:
The Center will furnish tables and chairs for an additional fee. Caterers and other event services generally need about 3 hours of set-up time and this should be calculated as part your rental span of time. The tables, chairs, etc. will already be in place before your “start time.” Be advised – the center does not allow set-up to occur prior to this time.

The rental price for tables, chairs and dance floor includes set-up and take-down. There is an assortment of 6’ banquet tables, 60” round tables, one 48” round table, hotel style chairs (padded seat & back) and an 18’ x 18’ teak tongue-and-groove dance floor. Additionally, the Center can provide a portable bar, a floor podium and easels at no charge. When you book a rental, they include a blank floor plan with the paperwork. Ultimately, you create your room set-up by diagramming it onto this floor plan.

Decorations:
The Arts Center's monthly art exhibits add some décor to the walls. Linens, floral centerpieces and candles are the most common kind of decorations. However, if you do choose to decorate more than this, you may not nail, staple, thumb tack or duct tape your decorations to the walls. As for candles, the flame must be enclosed in a votive cup or hurricane glass covering.

Alcohol:
All forms of alcohol are allowed with the exception of beer in a keg. If you sell alcohol during your event, a "liquor license" should be obtained from the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control and displayed at the bar.

Wheelchair:
The Center is fully wheelchair accessible.

Parking:
The Cabrillo West and the Cabrillo East parking lots on either side of the center are not included in the rental price. They are managed by the City’s Waterfront Parking Department. The fee is $2.00 per 3 hours per car or $7.00 all day and the hours of operation is 10am – 12midnight, Monday – Friday and
6am – 12midnight on weekends & holidays. Both the parking lots are “honor fee” lots and are patrolled regularly. It is up to you to deposit your parking fee into the collection box. You can also pre-pay for your guest parking by contacting the Waterfront Parking Department. As for free street parking, it is limited in the area.

Music:
Amplified music is allowed.