Top Montecito Venues

• Spaces for 75 Guests

• Spaces for 150 Guests

Founded in 1911, the Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club is one of the oldest polo facilities in the United States, situated on 30 ocean-view acres in Carpinteria between the Santa Ynez Mountains and the Pacific Ocean. The club is internationally recognized for its four lush polo fields and hosts elite high-goal tournaments each summer, drawing players and spectators from around the world. For private events, the club accommodates gatherings of 20 to 5,000 guests across its indoor and outdoor spaces, including the historic Polo Clubhouse and the manicured polo green — which can be tented for large-scale receptions. The setting pairs mountain views with ocean breezes in a distinctly Southern California landscape. Seasons Catering serves as the club's exclusive catering partner, offering customized menus for weddings, corporate gatherings, and social celebrations. The events team works with hosts to build packages tailored to each event's vision and scale.

Sama Sama Kitchen offers event spaces for your next celebration in Santa Barbara, California.

• Spaces for 12-350 Guests
• 4 Museums
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 4 Total Spaces

The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum (SBMM) is a waterfront event venue and working museum situated in the heart of the Santa Barbara Harbor, at 113 Harbor Way. Dedicated to preserving and celebrating the coastal and maritime history of the Santa Barbara Channel, SBMM offers a distinctive setting where sweeping views of the harbor, ocean, and Riviera form the backdrop for weddings, corporate gatherings, and private celebrations. Four rental spaces accommodate events of a wide range of sizes, from intimate gatherings of 12 in the fourth-floor Crow's Nest to full-museum buyouts that seat up to 150 and welcome as many as 250 standing guests. The main floor and mezzanine anchor the full museum experience, while the Upper Patio — available exclusively for evening events — offers open-air harbor views. The Munger Theater seats up to 60 guests in a dedicated screening and lecture configuration. All rentals include tables, chairs, and A/V equipment, and the museum permits guests to bring their own caterer or alcohol with no corkage fee, subject to SBMM catering and licensing policies. Rental availability spans from 8:00 a.m. to midnight.

• Spaces for 300 Guests

Oak Park Stage is an outdoor wooden stage located within Oak Park, a beloved 17-acre community park in midtown Santa Barbara, California. Nestled beneath towering coast live oak trees and shaded grassy fields, the stage serves as a natural gathering point for live performances, cultural festivals, and community celebrations throughout the year. The park itself hosts long-standing annual events including the Greek Festival, French Festival, and a variety of Latin American cultural gatherings. The stage can be rented separately or in conjunction with the adjacent main picnic area, making it adaptable for performances, ceremonies, and group events. Electricity is available on site, alcohol is permitted by prior approval, and complimentary parking is provided in an adjacent lot. Restrooms are located nearby. The City of Santa Barbara's Parks and Recreation Department manages reservations and can be reached directly at 805-564-5418 or Venues@SantaBarbaraCA.gov.