The Best Wedding Vendors in Santa Barbara, CA

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1000+ Wedding Vendors in Santa Barbara, CA

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Grace Kathryn Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (17 reviews)
Santa Barbara, CA
  • Photographer
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,000

I'm a California native with a wanderlusting soul. I grew up in the snowy mountains of Lake Tahoe and spent my teenage years in the rainforests of Costa Rica before returning to the West Coast of the United States to study the art of wedding photography and earn my BFA with Brooks Institute of Photography in Santa Barbara, California.

Awarded Best of Zola
Grace is so talented in what she does! We are obsessed with how our photos turned out. Beyond her skills, Grace is incredibly professional, kind, and just a pleasure to work with. She's the best!
Nakisha G., 2 years ago
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Unitarian Society Of Santa Barbara 
Rating: 5.0 (12 reviews)
Santa Barbara, CA
  • Venue
  • Up to 200 guests
  • Raw space
  • Outdoor
  • Starts at $5,500

The Unitarian Society campus includes the Sanctuary, a Reception hall, a Terrace and two Gardened Courtyards, allowing for wedding Ceremonies inside or out. Designed and built in 1930 in the city’s signature Spanish-Revival style, the rustic glamor is enhanced by antique architectural elements. Couples of any faith or sexual orientation are invited to pledge their love in this glorious space, a welcome solution for interfaith marriages and same-sex unions.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Has a dance floor for celebration
  • Exudes old-world charm
  • Multiple event spaces

Venue considerations

  • No on-site bridal suite
  • Lighting and sound are not included
  • Does not allow pets
Awarded Best of Zola
This was an incredible venue for a much more reasonable cost compared to other Santa Barbara options. We did reception only for 5000. The building itself is beautiful. The courtyard is spacious and well cared for. We also used their indoor auditorium space which had so much old school charm. Beautiful stained glass window, plenty of bathrooms, and so much space for dancing! There’s even a stage, although we didn’t use it. They also have lots of rental packages you can add on. We got all of our reception furniture (tables and chairs) for an additional 1200. We worked with Joanie from the Unitarian society who was so helpful! They are definitely firm on a few rules but overall it was all very reasonable and we had an incredible experience. Definitely recommend!
Nicole J., a year ago
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DJ JAS Productions 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
Santa Barbara, CA
  • DJ
  • Starts at $4,000

DJ JAS Productions offers full-service, personalized, Wedding DJ Services in Santa Barbara, California, and surrounding areas. Custom-tailored, personalized, all-inclusive wedding DJ Services in Santa Barbara, California and surrounding areas, specializing in creative, stylized, live-performance DJ mixing. My couples enjoy a stress-free experience, and I pride myself on my ability to orchestrate a fun and memorable event that so many have come to appreciate. I deliver a one-of-a-kind soundtrack suited to your musical tastes and desires, all while taking aesthetics and logistics into account.

Awarded Best of Zola
When planning our wedding at Glen Annie Golf Course in Goleta, CA, we knew that having a great DJ would be instrumental for the day of. Justin was a recommended DJ from our venue, and was also recommended by our photographer during one of our meetings. Immediately after that call ended, we looked at Justin's website and knew that he was exactly what we were looking for. His website was super easy to use, and his custom music he has on display was a great insight on what he could do. Justin was extremely helpful, polite, and incredibly efficient. There wasn't anything we as the bride and groom had to worry about in regards to announcements, music, etc. He not only catered to our music selection with great variety, but continued to read the room as the night went on. All of our guests spoke highly of the DJ and how much fun they had on the dance floor, and it's something we will forever cherish! 5 stars is not enough to showcase just how amazing and dedicated he is. If you're looking for a DJ for a wedding or any special event, Justin is absolutely the man for you.
Stephanie Greening, 2 years ago
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Lerina Winter Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
Santa Barbara, CA
  • Photographer
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,750

Welcome. Since 2011, Lerina has been photographing weddings of all shape and sizes. She has traveled throughout the country and abroad documenting love stories and the events that surround the most magical day in a couple's life. Today she calls both the desert and the coast home but feels comfortable anywhere a camera is slung around her neck, shooting on her medium of choice – film. Her work has been published and featured by Condé Nast Traveler, SELF Magazine, Green Wedding Shoes, Wedding Chicks, more.

Lerina is an absolutely amazing photographer and we are so glad she was a part of our wedding day! She did a phenomenal job capturing the fun and intimacy of our special day. She makes taking photos easy and comfortable and caught the most beautiful moments. I highly recommend Lerina to anyone looking for a wedding/professional photographer!
Heather B., 3 years ago
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Sacred & Unique Wedding Ceremonies 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
Santa Barbara, CA
  • Officiant
  • Offers 10 ceremony types
  • Starts at $350

Santa Barbara wedding officiant Dani Antman performs interfaith, religious, and spiritual wedding ceremonies. Ordained as an Interfaith minister in 2004, Dani specializes in creating custom, and touching personalized wedding ceremonies. She loves to combine different traditions and customs, along with rituals, readings, and blessings that reflect your love for each other and your religious beliefs. Dani will guide you through the planning process: from discussing details of your own unique love story, to creating the ceremony and walking down the aisle. Filing the license and all meetings are included. Attending the rehearsal is extra.

Awarded Best of Zola
From our first call, Dani put us right at ease -- She was incredibly clear, helpful, and kind in guiding us through the process of planning our wedding ceremony. Her thoughtful approach made us feel at ease and confident that our ceremony would be meaningful, memorable, and lighthearted. She worked closely with us to craft a ceremony that really reflected our relationship. There was not a dry eye in the place!
Erica B., a year ago
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Santa Barbara Courthouse Distillery & Events 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
Santa Barbara, CA
  • Venue
  • Up to 350 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Indoor & outdoor
  • Starts at $3,000

Welcome to Santa Barbara Courthouse Distillery, a forthcoming premier private event venue nestled in the heart of La Arcada Plaza, steps away from the iconic Santa Barbara Courthouse. We have positioned ourselves to locals and visitors alike who are seeking an exclusive setting for weddings at unbeatable prices. Our journey begins with a deep appreciation for Santa Barbara's rich wedding tradition, highlighted by over 1500 annual ceremonies at the Courthouse. Beyond weddings, we embrace the diversity of events, offering a versatile space capable of accommodating up to 350 guests. Our flexibility, onsite ownership and central location make us an ideal venue to host your event. With a spacious layout, aesthetic charm, and convenient access to public parking, SBCD promises unparalleled versatility and convenience for event hosts and attendees. Our commitment to culinary excellence is reflected in our diverse menu options, crafted to delight a broad spectrum of tastes and preferences.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Multiple event spaces
  • Offers full-service amenities
  • Accommodates more than 200 guests

Venue considerations

  • Not for you if you are looking for something nontraditional
  • Does not have a dance floor
  • Lighting and sound are not included
Outstanding service, good food and drinks and staff willing to assist in any way possible
Amy Van B., 3 months ago
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Gatherings for Good 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
Santa Barbara, CA
  • Planner
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $500

Hello and welcome! I’m Brenda, the owner of Gatherings for Good Events. Our goal is to make wedding planning stress-free and enjoyable for you. We’ll provide the tools and support needed to bring your vision to life, offering a personalized experience tailored to your unique needs. We love helping couples define and refine their ideas, and we’ll be your biggest supporter throughout the process. You can count on us for advice, guidance, and unwavering support. When we’re not working with you directly, we’re busy behind the scenes ensuring you have an unforgettable experience you and your guests will treasure for a lifetime!

Awarded Best of Zola
Note that this is a review for the 12-Week Wedding Planning & Day-Of Coordination service. My wife and I recently had a wedding with Brenda as our day-of coordinator and we could not have been happier with the experience. Since we were doing a significant amount of wedding planning ourselves, we did not intend to have a day-of coordinator. However, many of our vendors asked who we would be using and after some consideration, we decided to invest in one and we are so happy we did. Brenda is very professional, organized, and assertive, which are all integral to being a great coordinator. From our first call, she demonstrated her knowledge about how to run a smooth wedding by asking us details and questions we had not even considered. She uses Honeybook, has automated emails, and remembers even the smallest details, showing how strong her systems are in place. And most of all she is assertive! We were able to hand off planning to her about two weeks before and things the day of went smoothly with our limited involvement. Considering the 12-week package, Brenda has extremely involved and communicative from the moment we started planning. We had many email communications, in addition to phone calls and site visits/rehearsals to ensure everything was smooth. It put us at ease to be alongside someone so experienced. All of these aspects allowed us to be able to soak in the day as much as we could. We are both very happy with her services and would highly recommend them to anyone looking to have a wedding.
Kevin L., 8 days ago
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Leah Sofia Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Santa Barbara, CA

Thank you for being here! I feel so honored to be apart of your special day and love collaborating with any ideas or visions you have! You can describe my style as timeless, romantic and love adding in documentary style moments too! I am continually Inspired by the beauty of the my hometown Santa Barbara and the California coast. I specialize in maternity, family photography, engagement, elopement, & intimate weddings in Santa Barbara County - I also take bookings for Kauai if you are looking to elope on the beautiful beaches (please inquire for date availability, no travel fees)

Awarded Best of Zola
Leah helped make our wedding the best day of our life. From the beginning, Leah was easy to work with, she listened closely to what we envisioned for our wedding and was able to provide us with creative ideas when we needed some help or felt overwhelmed. Leah's photography skills were superb and she provided us with so many beautiful pictures of us, our friends, venues, and so much more. Her turnaround time on getting us the photos was so quick too! Not only did she provide great photos, but she assisted as our "day-of-coordinator." Leah eased our fears so many times leading up to the wedding, she was easy to get a hold of or would reach out to us to make sure our wedding was coming together, and helped us communicate with some our other vendors when we needed an extra hand. Leah was the MVP of our wedding! You NEED her to be your photographer and she is worth every penny to be your day-of-coordinator too. We will be using Leah again for family photos!
Taryn M., 7 months ago
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Surraya Event Planning + Design 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
Santa Barbara, CA
  • Planner
  • Offers 2 services
  • Starts at $12,500

A passionate planner and organizer since childhood, Natalie has been working in events for five years styling, designing, creating and overseeing. Bringing Surraya to life has allowed Natalie to combine the best of her professional talents with her creative desires to execute remarkable events. An avid traveler her whole life, Natalie is inspired by raw materials, unique patterns and locations around the world. Natalie’s signature style draws from organic elements and an energetic mood to create unforgettable evenings.

Awarded Best of Zola
We loved working with Natalie and would highly recommend. We initially started as just coordination but once we started working with her and seeing how great she was we immediately bumped up to full planning. She planned our dream wedding in just under 4 months - totally took care of all logistics, vendor sourcing and coordination, and design. You’re in great hands with Natalie. Throughout the planning process, people would ask how it was going and we weren’t stressed at all - Natalie took care of everything. She’s super responsive, understanding and one step ahead. She is so creative, executes flawlessly and is a pleasure to work with! Book her!!
Meg & J., 2 years ago
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Weddings with Angie 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
Santa Barbara, CA
  • Planner
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $8,000

Weddings with Angie is a full service event planning and coordination company in beautiful Santa Barbara County and all along the central coast. We also love our destination weddings as well! With over 18 years of experience in the event industry, let me help you create, plan and coordinate the wedding or event of your dreams!

Awarded Best of Zola
Angie, you were absolutely incredible to work with. We had a wonderful time partnering with Angie to create our dream wedding. She was recommended to us by our venue, The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, and we are so happy we chose her! Angie has such a positive personality, always kept everything under control, and never let us feel overwhelmed. It was so smooth at times we wondered what we were forgetting, and Angie always reassured us that we had it all covered. She did it ALL - from getting our vendor rates and availability sorted to showing us all our options and details that made the day come to life. Through our regularly scheduled calls and all the messaging in between, she asked all the right questions to help guide the process, (even for things we hadn't even thought about) and was always available for the one-off questions and to keep us sane, especially during those final two critical months before the big day. Angie also has a wonderful website that organized all our to-do lists, inspo pics, budget info, timelines, vendor details, etc. We didn’t realize how essential something like this was for keeping us on track, and it was little extra details like this that made such a difference. It's because of Angie that we had such wonderful vendors, a significantly less painful planning experience, and a flawlessly executed wedding day!
Maria W., a year ago
Ozella Events 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
Santa Barbara, CA
  • Solo performer
  • Starts at $300

Welcome to Ozella Events! I’m Ana, a versatile wedding and events singer and pianist in Santa Barbara, with a passion for creating magical musical experiences. Specializing in heartfelt performances, I bring a unique touch to weddings, corporate events, and private parties with my enchanting voice and diverse repertoire. Based in Santa Barbara, I’m dedicated to making every event unforgettable through the power of music.

Awarded Best of Zola
I have worked with Ana and her company Ozella events a couple of times now and Im happy to share my recommendation here on Zola. Ana is easy to work with and has an amazing voice. As a DJ it's not often I come across a musician as easy to work with as Ozella!
DJ Poison , 2 years ago
Visual Studios (VS STUDIOS) 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
Santa Barbara, CA
  • Videographer
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $1,200

Based in beautiful Santa Barbara, our wedding videography studio proudly serves couples all along California’s Central Coast. We are dedicated to providing our clients with the highest-quality documentary videos. We strive to understand the client’s vision and produce creative content. With a solid range of services to choose from, We’re ready to make the memory of your precious milestone as personal to you as possible. Our mission is to make every milestone a lifelong memory. With years of experience behind the lens, we help you remember the moments that matter.

Visual studios provides fair pricing and also very nice quality photos! They were at my wedding for the time we had agreed upon and captured all parts of the wedding that we had asked for. Also we recieved our wedding photos in a timely manner. I have had experiences where it would take more than a month to recieve our photos. Great team to work with!
Bryan, 7 months ago
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Amelie Black Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
Santa Barbara, CA
  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,200

Thank you for being here! My name is Amelie and I am extremely passionate about capturing intimate love stories. I love collaborating with my couples to create unique, meaningful galleries that reflect the most important moments of their days. I would describe my style as candid, emotional, dreamy, fun, and documentary-style.

Awarded Best of Zola
We had the absolute best experience with our wedding photographer! From the moment she and her second shooter Lauren arrived, they brought such warmth and ease to the day. My husband and I are both notoriously awkward in front of the camera, but they made us feel so comfortable and natural—it honestly felt like hanging out with friends. The preview photos we’ve received so far are absolutely stunning, and I couldn’t be happier with her work. I’m beyond excited to see the full gallery. What impressed me even more was how gracefully they adapted to the day’s hiccups. Despite less-than-ideal direction, they rolled with the punches and got creative, making sure to capture everything beautifully and meaningfully. I truly can’t recommend her enough—professional, talented, calm under pressure, and just an overall joy to work with. Book her. You won’t regret it!
Karen Calderon M., 10 months ago
Chernogorov Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
Santa Barbara, CA
  • Photographer
  • Fine art style

Liliya and Albert are a husband and wife team specializing in capturing the stories of romantic and genuine couples, and they take this to heart as they document the most precious moments of life's most important events. Channeling their European aesthetic heritage, Liliya and Albert possess an ethereal touch for timeless wedding photography. They revel in capturing understated elegance, unexpected moments, honest expressions, and timeless memories. From Las Vegas, Miami, and all of California, to France and Italy, they travel to iconic destinations to curate timeless memories of life's most precious moments.

Awarded Best of Zola
I have seen Albert’s work from afar for years and to say he is a good photographer is a compete understatement. He went above and beyond our expectations ! He is truly an expert in his craft , not only did he have great recommendations for the location, he was timely, friendly, & gave excellent direction on how we were to pose for each photo. We booked Albert for a pre-wedding photoshoot and honestly amidst all of the chaos and confusion that goes with wedding planning he was the one aspect that we did not have to second guess at all. I would highly recommend Chernogorov Photography for Any & All looking for diligence and efficiency !
Taylor B., 2 years ago
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The Waymarkers folk band 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
Santa Barbara, CA
  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $1,500

The Waymarkers are Santa Barbara's Celtic Band! We play Scottish, Spanish, and Irish folk music, as well as Americana and originals. Our setlists can range from wild dance numbers to tender ballads. We leave every audience spiritually satisfied.

The Waymarkers folk band was an absolute delight to work with for our wedding. Their communication throughout the planning process was thorough, clear, and always timely, which put us at ease. On the day of, they exceeded all of our expectations - the quality of their work was fantastic, their performance was incredibly fun, and they were truly invaluable in keeping our guests dancing all night long. Our friends and family are still raving about how much fun they had at our wedding thanks to The Waymarkers. We would definitely hire them again for another event in the future.
X. H., a year ago
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ByCherry Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
Santa Barbara, CA
  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000

I'm based inn sunny Santa Barbara, California world famous for its moderate Mediterranean weather and Spanish architecture throughout the city. Being an all-year wedding destination location I have the fortune to be a part of so many couples' special days. I love capturing joy! I'm passionate about elopements and helping couples maneuver the logistics to make their day super special.

Awarded Best of Zola
If you are reading this review, you must be considering ByCherry Photography for your event. Don’t waste anymore time; especially if your wedding will be in Santa Barbara. SHE is the best choice. She knows the Santa Barbara Courthouse like the back of her hand. Our Mural Room photos could not be more beautiful. From the very first query, we felt relief. She responded quickly to questions and concerns. Her website is easy to navigate and informative. Cherry was so easy to work with and so accommodating. She even figured out a way to get post ceremony beach photos with our tight schedule. Her personality put us at ease and it shows in the finished photos. Contact ByCherry Photography!
Belinda S., 3 years ago
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Boho Chic Dreams 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
Santa Barbara, CA
  • Florist
  • Starts at $5,000

A California Native living in Santa Barbara, CA enjoying the beauty of the mountains and beaches. Gracie founded Boho Chic Dreams to follow her passion of florals, creating customized designs for her clients, sharing the love and vibes of how special florals are.

Awarded Best of Zola
Gracie is the absolute best to work with! I can't really say it enough. If you are looking for a wedding florist I would shout her name from the rooftops. We were lucky enough to meet with her in person before the big day and if you can I highly recommend! She is such a light and filled with the best and sweetest energy. From the very beginning she was so responsive and really got us excited about the florals for our special day. She worked WITH us and was so receptive to what our vision was. She was also so helpful with guiding us throughout the process and offered her opinions for design decisions outside of just florals. We were constantly re-affirmed that we had made the right decision. Also as a professional, she was great at helping you decide what florals were enough. I never felt like I was being forced out of my comfort zone and the conversation was always focused on how to make the wedding stunning while staying within the budget that we had told her. Then for the day of, we didn't worry at all about the florals and she made sure it all went out without a hitch! She dropped off the bouquet that day, even though she was so busy and you can tell that she really cares about all of her couples. When we got to the venue, I was so blown away. I still can't believe how brilliant they turned out. She was also super clear with us on what we could keep / give away and what we couldn't so that was really nice of her!!
Nicole C., 2 years ago
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Jaus Of Vern 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
Santa Barbara, CA
  • Florist
  • Starts at $6,500

Jausalynn is an artful Events Florist located on the Southern Californian Coast. Nestled near the ocean, this design house prioritizes flow and cohesion. When working directly with Jausalynn, You can expect the design vision to be rooted in nuance and curiosity always. Merging colors together is this Floral Studio's greatest strength. If You desire whimsical and colorful florals, but you still want to keep the design tailored and clean-cut, you've landed in the right place.

Awarded Best of Zola
We cannot say enough great things about Jaus! Everything about Jausalynn and her work was completely aligned with our wedding style. She's extremely experienced, thorough, and an absolute pleasure to work with. Her and her brother came out to our ranch venue in Santa Ynez and totally transformed it into the wedding of our dreams. We were so happy with how all of the floral arrangements turned out, especially the table of honor, my bouquet, the custom hanging arrangement she made for inside the barn, and the gorgeous table arrangements. She even decorated our cake which turned out adorable. She totally understood the assignment and we wish her nothing but the absolute best moving forward into her own as an independent florist! Feeling so lucky to have found her. Still waiting on the rest of our wedding photos, but attaching what we have from our friends photographer, Cara Robbins. Go with Jaus! You will not be disappointed :')
Bex & D., 2 years ago
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DJ Blasé 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
Santa Barbara, CA
  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,000

Hi! My name is Tommy - AKA, DJ Blasé. I've been a DJ for 6 years now - I love being able to bring people together through the power of music! I DJ events ranging from weddings to birthday parties, brunches to dances, and each time, I find myself getting the most joy from watching strangers connect with each other on the dance floor. To me, that's the most important part of my job: helping people connect with one another.

Working with DJ Blasé was a seamless experience from start to finish. His communication throughout the planning process was efficient and timely, making it easy to coordinate all the details leading up to the wedding day. What stood out the most was how they took the time to learn which songs were meaningful to us as a couple and incorporated those into the reception while still keeping the dance floor packed with tracks everyone wanted to hear. They brought a unique and conceptual approach to the night that elevated it beyond just playing music—it felt like they genuinely understood the vibe we were going for. If you're looking for a DJ who delivers both professionalism and fun, DJ Blasé is absolutely worth booking.
Will R., a month ago
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La Dulce Monarca 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
Santa Barbara, CA
  • Cakes & desserts
  • Starts at $350

Hi, I’m Valerie, a local dessert vendor specializing in full-service, on-site dessert experiences for weddings and special events. I offer interactive dessert bars and carts, including churros & ice cream, mini pancakes, ice cream sundae bars, s’mores, and tres leches cake minis! giving guests a fun, customizable experience. I also create mini wedding cakes perfect for photos and intimate cake-cutting moments. I’d love to be part of your special day!

Valerie was amazing to work with! We loved all of the different topping options she offered it made the churro experience feel extra fun and customizable for guests. The added ice cream sundae option was such a hit too!!! She brought such a sweet, thoughtful touch to the event, and we were so happy to have her there!!!
Chloe S., 2 months ago
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Studio Bibb 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
Santa Barbara, CA
  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,000

I’m a Santa Barbara–based photographer documenting weddings, elopements, and proposals along the coast and beyond. My approach is simple: capture the day as it actually felt. Clients often tell me how comfortable and at ease they felt being photographed, which allows moments to unfold naturally rather than feeling staged. My work leans true to color and natural in tone, with a focus on light, composition, and the in-between moments that often end up meaning the most.

From our first conversation, Studio Bibb's team was easy to work with and got back to us quickly whenever we had questions. Olivia went above and beyond by meeting us at our venue the day before the wedding to map out the best spots and understand our vision. On the big day, she captured intimate moments between my husband and me, while her second shooter got stunning photos of our families coming together. The photos are absolutely breathtaking and worth every penny—we were blown away by the quality and attention to detail. Olivia's persistence in getting everything just right meant we have images we'll treasure forever. We'd recommend Studio Bibb to any couple looking for photographers who truly care about their story.
Brooke N., 14 days ago
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Natalie Thomson Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
Santa Barbara, CA
  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $900

I'm Natalie, I am a local photographer based in beautiful Santa Barbara, CA. I mostly focus on intimate and smaller elopements, weddings, and events. The Santa Barbara Courthouse is often where you will find me, photographing civil weddings/elopements, and sometimes bigger weddings in the Mural room or Sunken Gardens. For the past 20 years I've worked on over 230 weddings (and counting!).

From our first conversation, Natalie responded quickly and made us feel at ease with her friendly, professional approach. On our wedding day, she went above and beyond to capture every moment, staying patient while offering creative ideas that helped us relax in front of the camera. Her talent really shines through in the final photos they're stunning and feel authentic to who we are. Natalie made the entire process smooth and enjoyable, from start to finish. If you're planning a wedding, engagement shoot, proposal, etc she's absolutely the person to reach out to. We highly recommend her, 1000/10 !
Karen A., 2 months ago
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Chi Beauty Artistry 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
Santa Barbara, CA
  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 10
  • Starts at $600

From special occasions to productions; private photo shoots to editorials; everyday people to celebrities, it means the world to me when you choose my services. I have become a passionate artist who is not just continuously inspired by new techniques and trends but also my clients. I am humbled and grateful to provide hair and makeup services for weddings, special occasions, and productions over the years. It's now your turn to show your own beauty.

I cannot recommend Belle enough! I reached out on very short notice, and she was incredibly accommodating. From the start, she really listened to my concerns and offered expert advice that made a huge difference. The final look was exactly what I wanted—it lasted all day/night and made me feel so confident. If you want someone who truly cares about the details, book her!
Simone, 2 months ago
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Nicole Leza Planning & Design 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
Santa Barbara, CA
  • Planner
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $5,000

At our core, we embody a design-centric ethos that transcends the ordinary in the world of wedding planning. We are more than a full-service wedding planning company—we're storytellers of love and artisans of celebration, crafting unique, imaginative events that resonate with experience, style, and effortless luxury. We believe that weddings should be immersive experiences that mirror the essence of the couple's journey and their distinct personalities. Our speciality lies in intertwining stories, infusing them with creativity, and transforming them into memorable moments.

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We have been lucky to work with Nicole on a number of occasions, and couldn't recommend her services more. She is detail oriented with refined taste and focus on the details. We look forward to every opportunity to work with Nicole and recommend her to our clients whenever we can.
Zach Mendez, 2 years ago
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Courtyard Santa Barbara Downtown 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
Santa Barbara, CA
  • Venue
  • Up to 80 guests
  • All-inclusive
  • Outdoor

Celebrate your love in the heart of downtown Santa Barbara at Courtyard Santa Barbara Downtown—just two minutes from the iconic Santa Barbara County Courthouse. For couples envisioning a full wedding day in one stunning location, exchange vows on the Pacific Rooftop Deck, where 360-degree views highlight downtown Santa Barbara with sightlines to the ocean. Host cocktail hour on the Mission Terrace or Pool Deck, then return to the Rooftop for an open-air dinner reception under the Santa Barbara sky. The entire celebration unfolds outdoors, capturing the energy, light, and charm that make Santa Barbara such a sought-after wedding destination. For couples marrying at the Courthouse, CYSB is the perfect reception destination. With rooftop views of the Courthouse and a prime downtown location within walking distance to restaurants, wine tasting rooms, and nightlife, your wedding day feels effortlessly connected from “I do” to the last toast.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Surrounded by nature
  • Offers convenient lodging options
  • Provides lighting and sound

Venue considerations

  • Does not allow pets
  • No free parking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
The Courtyard Santa Barbara Downtown was an excellent choice for our wedding venue. From the very beginning, the staff was incredibly efficient, caring, thoughtful and attentive throughout the entire planning process. They took care of coordinating nearly every aspect of the event, making it a truly seamless experience for my husband and I. The venue itself is scenic, accessible, unique and inclusive - perfect for our wedding. We felt assisted and supported every step of the way, even receiving helpful advice on various decisions. The Courtyard Santa Barbara Downtown truly went above and beyond to make our special day unforgettable.
Alfredo T., 4 months ago
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The Factory 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
Santa Barbara, CA
  • Venue
  • Up to 140 guests
  • Select services
  • Outdoor
  • Starts at $1,500

A curated urban garden space for weddings, corporate events, and workshops and more. The space has a commercial kitchen along with in-house service like food & beverage, audio & video, and other rentals.

Why you'll love this venue

  • Bridal suite on site
  • Has a relaxed and casual vibe
  • Handles all cleanup logistics

Venue considerations

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • On-site parking not available
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.
Mellisa, a year ago

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